Maison Spurtle - Handmade in Nanaimo! pastry school Pantry Improv tips offer hundreds

Pantry Improv tips offer hundreds of ways to adapt meals based on what's on hand

Caramel-Nut Tart

This cast-aluminum Belgian Waffler from Nordic Ware requires no electricity--just place the Stovetop Belgian Waffle Maker over any stovetop

Using her step-by-step method

on any surface and can also be used to serve

Maison Spurtle - Handmade in Nanaimo! pastry school Pantry Improv tips offer hundredsSpurtles hail from Scotland and are a traditional stirring stick for oatmeal and porridge. Ours are handmade right here in Nanaimo! The thin makeup of a spurtle cuts through thick oatmeal easier than a spoon and is good for any thick sauces and stews.