Laurie's Biography

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As a musicologist, writer, personal fitness trainer and food-enthusiast, Laurie just can't decide what she likes best - so she does them all. She is also the editor of Ecoki.com, an eco-lifestyle community bringing you all things green.

Kuwaiti Traditional Tea

Kuwaiti traditional tea offers a new dimension to your traditional blacks and greens. It’s a deliciously flavourful brewed hot beverage, with variations through families and generations. Continue Reading

Eco-friendly decorating

Want to green your next decorating venture but keep your style? Here are some great tips to keep it your own – but give a little back to the environment, too. Continue Reading

The at-home spa… Part II

We’ve said it before, “Nothing beats a day at the spa.” In Part I, we outlined some of our favourite at-home alternatives to making our way out to get pampered. Here’s the rest of our list. Continue Reading

Quick spa-inspired brunch

A delicious brunch is a succulent way for spa-like sustenance without spending too much time in the kitchen. Have a variety of fresh cut fruit and vegetables, yogurt, and other light snacks to round off the experience.
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Savory strawberry recipes

Sure, we love them in fruit salads, dipped in chocolate, and smothered in our favourite ice creams and shortcakes, but using strawberries in savory dishes isn’t out of the ordinary in the least. Continue Reading

Loop Pointer In-Air Mouse

Sometimes you buy gadgets because you need them; sometimes because your friends have boasted how wonderful they are; sometimes because, well, they just look cool. But when all three aspects are combined, it’s even better. Continue Reading

Famed choreographer dies at 90

American choreographer Merce Cunningham, known for revolutionizing modern dance, has died at the age of 90. Continue Reading

Market fresh peaches are here

Heading over to the market at this time of year can be a delight – all the fruits and vegetables waiting to be tasted, explored and enjoyed. And just freshly picked, too. Continue Reading

Go green and “Retire Your Ride”

The Clean Air Foundation, a non-profit organization, with support from the Government of Canada has introduced “Retire your Ride”, offering incentives to folks to swap for sustainable vehicles. Continue Reading

Beethoven: live and twittered

The National Symphony Orchestra has recently announced it will be the first orchestra to deliver real-time program notes via Twitter during its upcoming performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6. Continue Reading