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Rachel Ray VS. Guy Fieri: CELEBRITY COOK-OFF

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My daughter and I have started a new Mommy/Daughter “bonding time” tradition! We like to walk the Food Network and many of their awesome cooking shows together. It’s “grown up tv” that is safe, most of the time, for children! My daughter is 7, but most days you would think she was going on 17 so any opportunity to feel like a “big girl” is well received by her. It’s challenging for us to find time alone together to watch these shows, so when her brother finally nods off to sleep at night, we often find ourselves sneaking into my … Continue reading →

Disney on Ice Presents Worlds of Fantasy #Toronto

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For the past few years, my family and I have enjoyed a Disney on Ice Show in Toronto. This year, the show is Disney on Ice Presents Worlds of Fantasy! Check out some highlights of this year’s show here:Just watching this video clip gives me shivers! These shows are so much fun. They would make an excellent Christmas gift for your family! DISCOUNT CODE for TICKETSUse Discount Code: MUM4 to receive 4 tickets for $44 on Weekdays and $4 off per ticket on WeekendsExcludes Front Row, Rinkside, and VIP tickets. No double discounts. Additional Fees May Apply. Weekday is defined … Continue reading →

Check out the NEWLY Redesigned @FirkinPubs {G!VEAWAY} #FirkinRevolution

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Founded in 1987, the Firkin Group of Pubs is a chain of full-service, British-style pubs that has grown into Canada’s largest pub franchise with 32 locations across the country. Recently six Firkin Pubs have been redeisnged to bring a fun, modern atmosphere. Trendy accents including everything from Union Jack sofas to maps of the London Underground are complemented by floor lamps, fireplaces and layers of Persian rugs.Goose & Firkin (Photo credit: David Whittaker)Special features in select locations include: a social mingling area infused with traditional British artefacts, comfy couches and an open seating area cozy “snug-style” booths, perfect for an … Continue reading →

Max & Ruby in the Nutcracker Suite on December 15 @SonyCentreTO {Family G!VEAWAY}

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This holiday, Max and Ruby are bringing to life a wonderful holiday story, inspired by one of the greatest musical scores ever composed – Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite – the beloved bunny siblings star in Koba Entertainment’s brand new musical production Max & Ruby in the Nutcracker Suite.What young child would want to miss the opportunity to see some favourite tv show characters come to life right before their eyes?! Canadian Tour Dates: November 17 – Red Deer, AB – Memorial Centre (1:00pm & 4:00pm *new*)November 18 – Edmonton, AB – Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (1:00pm & 4:00pm *new*)November 20 – … Continue reading →

SUBWAY® Canada and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada Join Together to Celebrate FRANKENWEENIE

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Frankenweenie opens in theatres today! For a limited time, Kids Paks at SUBWAY® Canada will come inside one of six reusable “Frankenweenie”-themed bags, designed by the film’s creator, Tim Burton, with a glow stick for Halloween. Did you know that SUBWAY® Restaurants has expanded their menu to include a side of apple slices in every SUBWAY® Kids Pak? The Kids Pak also includes a 4” sandwich and a juice box.About Frankenweenie:From creative genius Tim Burton (“Alice in Wonderland,” The Nightmare Before Christmas”) comes “Frankenweenie,” a heartwarming tale about a boy and his dog. After unexpectedly losing his beloved dog Sparky, … Continue reading →

CINDERELLA Blu-ray Diamond Edition Combo Pack Comes Out Today!

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“I felt like Cinderella, except my carriage was the Subway and my glassslippers were from The Gap”Greetings Blogger World! I’m Mel, very novice blogger and BFF of Multi-Testing Mommy’s blogger bud Ms Key (old of gold stars) and had the great privilege of representing this blog at a launch event last week for the re-release of Disney’s Cinderella (Diamond Edition) on Blue-ray (yes it’s “out of the vault”, folks!!). As a life-long Disney fan I jumped at the chance! When I found out the event was co-sponsored by Christian Louboutin? Well I pretty much jumped around like a kid in … Continue reading →

Watch Out Canada! Here Comes Codie Prevost ~ A Rising Country Star!

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I admit it, I absolutely LOVE Country Music! I am excited to hear that Canada has a new rising Country Star: Codie Prevost! Press ReleaseSaskatoon, Saskatchewan (September 12, 2012) This past weekend’s Canadian Country Music Association Awards drew massive attention from country music fans all over North America. Indie music artist Codie Prevost, who grew up on a farm near Archerwill, Saskatchewan, not only had the honor of being nominated for Rising Star at the awards show for a second year running, but he was also selected to be that one special star to arrive on the event’s green carpet … Continue reading →

Phineas and Ferb: THE PERRY FILES DVD

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Phineas and Ferb has only recently been introduced to my children (aged 3.5 and 7) by their cousin, who is slightly older. My children do adore watching this hilarious duo! They giggle, laugh and joke with each other for hours after watching just one episode. It’s quite funny to observe!I am happy to have the Phineas and Ferb: THE PERRY FILES DVD on hand now, especially for a summer rainy day. The DVD was released on June 5, 2012. The episodes on this DVD are: No More Bunny Business / Spa Day Split Personality / Brain Drain Candace Disconnected / … Continue reading →