Review: 2012 Scion iQ

Man, this car is small!  Seriously - the Scion iQ is whatever the opposite of land-leviathan is. Scion has introduced this car to Canada, and I'm guessing this will compete on most levels with Smart cars.  Without even looking at this car, you know it will be built better and designed better than … [Read more...]

Quinoa Chocolate Cake – Gluten-free

We recently entertained friends, one of whom benefits greatly from gluten-free food.  As in, he feels like death after eating foods laden with gluten.  So we decided to try some gluten-free baking for the first time. I have taken issue with gluten-free desserts in the past, because they a) have … [Read more...]

Don’t Underestimate Your Role, Dad

Given the opportunity, kids will raise themselves. This was me, holding my son, Andon, who was just days old.  I think this picture can represent the enormous responsibility we have as dads. But it also speaks to the enormity of the gift and opportunity we've been handed. Given the opportunity, … [Read more...]

Pool Etiquette

Marco!  Polo!  So, it turns out that this is a game that's not nearly as fun by yourself. Having spent a solid portion of our Christmas break in and around pools and hot springs, I felt it was necessary, based on the situations and behaviours I observed during this time, to regale you with my … [Read more...]

Review: 2012 Fiat 500 Lounge

  I'll start this review by telling you I was quite excited to find out I was getting a Fiat 500 to test drive. I've heard great things, and frankly, I've been looking forward to driving one. The Fiat 500 is available in several trim levels - the base model comes in 3 levels and then there is … [Read more...]

Review: 2012 Kia Rio EX

How do you tell someone what they're selling isn't worth what they're charging for it?  This is a dilemma I've been left with after reviewing this vehicle. The 2012 Kia Rio is Kia's entry-level vehicle - size- and price-wise.  At the starting price, it has little competition - you can get into … [Read more...]