Winter Shenanigans

Winter and I have a long withstanding Love/Hate relationship. You would think that growing up in Winnipeg(what i am convinced is the coldest place on earth in winter), with -55 degree weather, and 30 second frostbite warnings, that I would be pretty tough skinned when it came to a little cold weather. Well as I recently explained to a friend Canadians -and this Winnipegger in particular-, are afraid of the cold because we remember how much it hurts!

I do have to admit though,that moving to Montreal has really helped to change my perspective on winter. Dare I say that one day we may be in healthy and loving relationship?.. who knows, but the horizon looks bright and clear of sundogs!

This winter I mustered up the courage to attend Igloofest on Jan 30th! It was very cold, but with the help of long johns, snow pants and a few shots of port followed by absinthe, I was ready to take on the challenge!

I am so incredibly happy that I did, this was seriously one of the most amazing winter experiences I have had in a long time! The place was packed and there was very little chance of getting cold. The music was great and the energy that flowed over and through the crowd was infectious.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gI4R0GvkHU
This is the same group that organizes Picnik Electronic, so I am really excited to check that out this summer!

That same Sunday to warm things up, I was treated to a belated Australia day Feast! I am now officially a fan of fairy Bread, and have had my mind blown away with a beautiful little creation called Poutine Jenga! a truly interactive culinary experience! Seriously! what more could a girl need in life!

Life is good!