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Happy New Year To Me!

March 21, 2013

That’s right, I rang in Nowruz (the Persian new year) this morning at 7 a.m. along with some…

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How, HOW are you five today?! Happy birthday my li

How, HOW are you five today?! Happy birthday my little souvlaki ❤️

Happy 188th birthday Toronto 🎉 Thanks for bless

Happy 188th birthday Toronto 🎉 Thanks for blessing us with spring weather today. Can’t wait until you bloom 💐

21 years ago I said yes to one wilddddd roller coa

21 years ago I said yes to one wilddddd roller coaster ride with you. Wouldn’t go through life any other way ❤️ Swipe for the prom pic and a newly discovered baby photo of Nick & Solmaz 😂 #highschoolsweethearts #anniversary #sothisislove

December 26, 2012. Instead of buying more stuff, I

December 26, 2012. Instead of buying more stuff, I bought myself a website that Boxing Day. I had no idea what I was doing (nor where it would lead), but I knew I wanted a home on the interwebs. I thought I was too late to the blogging game. I was not. Monetization and growth weren’t the objectives (which I was repeatedly told was to my detriment), but building a strong community was. Little did I know that countless social media platforms would follow and this little community of mine would grow like a beautifully-nurtured plant (RIP to the real ones I’ve killed 🪴). To this day, nothing makes me happier than your comments, DMs, emails, voice notes etc. You guys truly feel like family ❤️ So I wanted to THANK YOU for coming along on the journey and use this opportunity to remind you that ANYTHING is possible if you put your mind, heart & soul to it! #blogiversary 🎉 📷 @ildiko.siklodi (my ride or die who was there from day one)

Well, I’m glad we started celebrating the holida

Well, I’m glad we started celebrating the holidays early this year because neither of us are smiling right now. Luka has a fever and I threw out my back soooo it’s another Christmas on our own🥺 I was hoping to make up for last year, but I guess there’s always 2022! Thanks for all of your kind messages & DMs ❤️ I know many of you are also going through your own obstacles so I’m sending positive vibes your way. Wishing you and your families a healthy & happy holiday season. Merry Christmas to those who celebrate 🎄

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Travel buddies can either make or break a trip. These guys made mine ❤️ We left Canada as strangers (sounds odd, but that’s how most press trips work) and returned from @travelsaintlucia as a family. The group dynamic was BEYOND and the energy was electric. I’m so happy I said yes to this opportunity before travel restrictions clouded the skies once again. It felt so good doing what I love most. Thanks to all of you who came along virtually as we explored the magical island. I’ve saved the stories in my highlights and will be sharing more about the trip soon. Oh and keep an eye out on our TikTok channels next month because we have some amazing giveaways coming your way! #TravelSaintLucia #LetHerInspireYou 📷 @total.pr

#pigeonisland #saintlucia #tiktokers #presstrip #caribbean #caribbeantravel #travelvloggers #travelbloggers #tiktoktravel #travelfamily #canadiantraveller

Good vibes only ❤️ The energy at @stonefieldvi

Good vibes only ❤️ The energy at @stonefieldvillaresort is unmatched in @travelsaintlucia. This is my third visit and I’ve officially stopped trying to figure out exactly why my soul craves this magical place. I now just surrender as soon as I’m on property and allow the light in. This is happy Solmaz. Feeling recharged and radiant. #LetHerInspireYou #TravelSaintLucia 📷 @ildiko.siklodi [ad]

#SaintLucia #StonefieldVillaResort #Stonefield #luxurytravel #caribbean #saintlucia🇱🇨 #mountainview #pitons #piton #wintergetaway #mindfultravel #canadiantravelblogger #hammocklife #presstrip

In case you’re wondering, THIS is what heaven on

In case you’re wondering, THIS is what heaven on earth looks like. Back to @travelsaintlucia like a boomerang and starting this trip on an incredible high at @jademountainstlucia with my bestie @ildiko.siklodi. I’ve heard about this family-owned luxury resort for years, but to be honest it’s more than I could’ve ever dreamt. The attentive staff (24 hr butler service), fresh food (much of it from their own organic farm), epic views & experiences (like artisanal chocolate making) at this resort are unparalleled. So yes, it’s worth it. The 29 guest rooms fill up fast though so if you’re thinking of booking a dream trip, don’t sleep on this one. #TravelSaintLucia #LetHerInspireYou [ad]

#SaintLucia #JadeMountain #JadeMountainResort #luxurytravel #caribbean #saintlucia🇱🇨 #infinitypoolview #infinitypool #infinitypool #wintergetaway #canadiantravelblogger #bestiesforlife

If the word 🧀 cheese 🧀 excites you, read on

If the word 🧀 cheese 🧀 excites you, read on... @nibblcheese delivers beautifully-curated boxes of specialty cheeses straight to your door within 48 hours in Ontario and Quebec! Nope, you're not dreaming -- this brill Canadian product is something you didn't know you needed in your life. Expect quality cheese, tips to help up your cheeseboard game, cheese markers and a few other goodies depending on the box you order. These are great for gifting, entertaining orrrr as a special treat for yourself (I won't judge) so definitely check them out! #NibblCheese #NibblPartner [AD]

*Use SOLMAZ15 for 15% off your Nibbl order between Dec 8th-Jan 15th*

📷 @ildiko.siklodi

#cheeseplease #cheeseboard #cheeselover #cheeseislife #bocconcini #cheddarcheese #holidaycheeseboard #passthecheese

Has this been the longest fall on record?! It def

Has this been the longest fall on record?! It def feels like it and I’m loving it. The trees aren’t done showing off yet, but I’m fully launching into holiday mode with two tree lighting ceremonies later this week. Have you put up your Christmas tree yet?!

📷 @thegreycanvas

#hamilton #hamiltonwaterfalls #waterfalls #ontario #discoverontario #discoveron #explorecanada #imagesofcanada #dontgochasingwaterfalls

𝘛𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘛𝘰 𝘍𝘢𝘳𝘮. Ba

𝘛𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘛𝘰 𝘍𝘢𝘳𝘮. Baking with chef Luka always includes a lesson in agriculture. As we made this Hot Milk Cake together, we chatted about how some families here in Ontario dedicate their lives to dairy farming so we can buy the milk we need to make our cake (and for him to sip on while we make said cake 😂). We also chatted about other ingredients like butter and cheese that are derived from @ontariodairy. Even though he's just a toddler, I think it's really important for him to understand where ingredients come from and to appreciate farmers, like @dayslikethisphotos, who live in our communities and work tirelessly from sunrise to sunset to ensure they're providing a high-quality dairy product across the province.⠀

Do you make it a priority to buy local dairy? Be sure to pick up Ontario-made milk and dairy products on your next visit to the grocery store! [AD]⠀

#InspiredByDairy

📷 1, 2 & 3 @ildiko.siklodi
📷 4 @dayslikethisphotos

Forecast for the next couple of days: 🍷 Here in

Forecast for the next couple of days: 🍷 Here in wine country with my bffs for a girls’ trip and will be visiting all the usual suspects. Where are your favourite wineries? #PinotPlease 📷 @ildiko.siklodi

#winecountryontario #vqa #ravinevineyard #wineplease #winetime #winetrip #winetravel #niagara #niagaraonthelake #ontariotravel

I still have recurring nightmares about U of T. Th

I still have recurring nightmares about U of T. The most frequent one: I receive a letter that says I still need another course credit to graduate 😳 Anyone else have these dreams? Where did you go to college/uni and was it as traumatizing as #UofTears? 😂

📷 @jayeffex

#UofT #UniversityofToronto #uoftalumni #Toronto #fallcolours #CnTower #campuslife #the6ix

Why is Solmaz smiling? A) It’s the weekend bayb

Why is Solmaz smiling?

A) It’s the weekend baybayyy 💃🏽
B) She’s heading to the world’s highest wine cellar at @tourcntower360 for wine o’clock🍷
C) She loves @destination_toronto ❤️
D) All the above

For this edition of #NeverHaveIEverTO, I went to @cntower with @dineandfash to check out the world’s highest wine cellar and it was 🙌🏽 We learned about their oldest, most expensive and exclusive bottles and then had a chance to sip on a glass while we watched the epic sunset. Highly recommend booking a table at @tourcntower360 and doing the same. The views from the revolving restaurant are unbelievable (head to our @destination_toronto takeover to see for yourself)! #SeeTorontoNow [AD]

#CNTower #Toronto #MyCNTower #DiscoverON #ExploreCanada #TorontoIsHome #the6ix 📷 @dineandfash

Found one! 🎃 Not too big, not too small. Juuuus

Found one! 🎃 Not too big, not too small. Juuuust right. Do you have your pumpkin yet?

📷 @marissa.anwar
#pumpkinformypumpkin #pumpkinpatch #halloween #fallvibes #fallinontario #torontomoms

“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a

“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” - Albert Camus 🍂

#presstrip #wyoming #falltravel #fall #fallvibes #aspentrees #albertcamus #quote

𝘐 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘸. ⠀ ⠀ T

𝘐 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘸. ⠀
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The islander’s have a saying “aux Îles, on n’a pas l’heure, on a le temps” and it couldn’t be more accurate. ⠀
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You see, @ilesdelamadeleine is the kind of place where the concept of time feels a bit… irrelevant. A place where landscapes 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘥 your attention, so much so that you start forgetting (or caring) what day or time it is. A place where the only option is to be present…⠀

Head to the blog to read more about this Canadian - YES, CANADIAN - destination and start planning your trip to these majestic islands before it's too late! [A D] 📷 @yashyanthi

#QuebecByTheSea #IlesDeLaMadeleine #FousDesIles #BonjourQuebec #ExploreCanada

𝘎𝘦𝘵 𝘐𝘯 𝘔𝘺 𝘉𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘺! The mouthwatering burrito I'm holding is the NEW @muchoburritoHQ Tandoorrito. Layered with flavourful tandoori chicken, grilled veg, pico de gallo and their new chutney crema 😋 It was created in collab with @rickmatharu of @ricksgoodeats and is only avail until Oct 17th so runnnnnn! #Tandoorrito #MuchoBurrito [AD] 📷 @ildiko.siklodi

Confession: I always try to sneak veggies into Luk

Confession: I always try to sneak veggies into Luka's meals, but while doing so I've realized that I need to do the same for myself! You guys know I'm constantly on the go which means I often don't get the nutrients my body needs. So I started a new routine this year: the morning @vitamixca smoothie. I build it using seasonal ingredients (beets, apples and carrots in this case) and toss in some other fruit and veg for a healthy start to my day. I'm not sure what took me so long, but this small change in routine has made such a 𝘩𝘶𝘨𝘦 difference! I feel so much more energized & focused and look forward to experimenting with different ingredients every day. This beet smoothie is definitely a winner so I've included my recipe below for you to try! #MyWholeStory #VitamixMealPrep #VitamixCanada #VitamixPartner [AD]⠀
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Fall Harvest Smoothie

INGREDIENTS

2 cups of raw beets, roughly chopped
1/2 cup of apple, roughly chopped
1 cup of fresh pineapple, roughly chopped
1/2 of a banana
1 cup of frozen strawberries
1 tbsp of fresh ginger
1 cup of freshly-squeezed orange juice
1 cup of fresh carrot juice

METHOD

Place all ingredients together in your @vitamixca blender (I have and LOVE the Ascent A3500), press the "smoothie" program, pour into a glass and garnish with a beet leaf. Makes 2 servings. 📷 @ildiko.siklodi

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