Kick Off Grilling Season: Your Ultimate Guide to Big Green Egg Success

Grilling season is finally here, and if you’re like me, you’ve been counting down to the first long weekend in Canada. There’s something about firing up the Big Green Egg, the scent of smoke wafting through the backyard, and the promise of good food that brings family and friends together. Whether you’re a seasoned pitmaster or just starting out, this is the perfect time to dust off your grill, try new recipes, and make the most of every sunny day. To help you kick off the season, I’m highlighting some of my favourite posts which are packed with tips, recipes, and ideas to make this grilling season a Big Green Egg success.

What’s Next for James Jordan?

If you’ve been keeping up with my blog or just love spotting familiar faces in the Taylor Sheridan universe, you know James Jordan is one of those actors who always makes an impact, no matter the size of the role. From Yellowstone’s impulsive Steve Hendon to the comic relief of Two Cups in Special Ops: Lioness, Jordan has become the “Where’s Waldo?” of Sheridan’s world, popping up in nearly every major project. But what’s next for this versatile actor, and why are fans (myself included) so excited to see where he goes from here?

10 Sports Gut Punches That Still Haunt Me

As a lifelong sports fan, I’ve felt the highs of 4-bounce buzzer-beaters, overtime winners, and miracle comebacks. But today? Today is about the pain. The gut punches. The moments that ruined my day, week, or in some cases, my whole damn summer. Here are ten soul-crushing games or events that are still etched into my sports brain for all the wrong reasons. It’s crazy how many of these I can still remember where I was when it happened.

Rewind to the 90s: The Magic of Renting Video Games for $3.24

There was a time, not so long ago, when Friday nights in small-town Ontario meant one thing: a trip to the local video store with a pocketful of change and a head full of dreams. In the early 90s, in Corunna, Ontario, my friend and I lived for these moments. With a Nintendo hooked up to a chunky old TV, we’d pool our money, hop on our bikes, and head down to Lyndoch Street, where for the princely sum of $3.24 a day, we could rent a new adventure.

New TV Shows Premiering in May 2025

May in Toronto means longer days, patio season is starting, and the first real taste of summer, but let’s be honest, it’s also prime time for catching up on TV once the kids are in bed and the BBQ is cooling down. Whether you’re winding down after a lakeside walk, escaping a surprise spring downpour, or just looking for something new to binge, this month’s lineup of TV premieres is stacked. From returning favourites to buzzworthy new series, here’s what you may want to watch in May 2025.

My First Time Working a Canadian Federal Election

On April 28th, 2025, I did something I’d never done before: I worked at a polling station. It was the day of one of the most historic Canadian Federal elections, and I was in the thick of it. Twelve hours of helping strangers register to vote, answering questions, filling out forms, and making sure everyone could cast their ballot. There were also 4 more hours for setup, vote counting, officially packing everything up, and finally, cleaning up the gym. It was long. It was tiring. And honestly? It was a pretty rewarding experience that I never really thought I would ever do.