During this time of year, we are often surrounded by lots of lovely food and drink. Holiday parties with endless buffets, candies in the office, alcohol, mince pies, eggnog, pumpkin spiced latte – you name it, it’s around to tempt us! Did you know that some people eat their way through around 6,000 calories on Christmas Day alone? This is about three times more than the average person needs. And...
Cranberry Orange Mimosa Bellini This easy 3 ingredient champagne cocktail recipe is perfect for brunch or even as a Bellini at a cocktail party. For One Cocktail: 2 ounces cranberry juice 1 ounce orange juice Champagne or Prosecco to fill the glass For a Pitcher: 2 cups cranberry juice 1 cup orange juice 1 bottle of champagne or prosecco Cranberry Pomegranate Prosecco...
It’s the season of holiday parties that can last all the way into January. That’s a lot of dip and egg nog! There are loads of tips out there for the holiday host but what about the guests? How many times have you been invited to a party and had no idea what to make or bring? Here are 4 Tips to help you become the perfect holiday guest: For those who find that cooking is a difficult mystery, you...
Amore is in the air this New Year, so we thought we’d tell you our top three reasons to fall in love with BS&R and consider us for your next project. Our Customer Service – We thoroughly enjoy sitting down with clients to plan out a project, or to give them a tour of our showroom and workshop. It is amazing how many people we have met over the years with unique and ingenious ideas and designs....
Construction is overwhelming – it is expensive and requires many decisions to be made under the pressure of time and often with minimal information. If you can, hire someone to guide you through the process - it is worth the investment. If that is not possible then the following key pieces of advice will help ensure that your project finishes on time and budget and your new space looks and feels like you...
I’m the type of person who likes to think ahead of events - in detail. And a few months ago, my focus was already on Christmas Day. Specifically, the moment in the day when the turkey is cooked and it’s time to clean the massive pan I cooked it in. So, in the true spirit of “I’m going to save myself the grief again this year”, I decided to give myself an early Christmas gift - a new kitchen sink...
It’s the season of holiday parties that can last all the way into January. That’s a lot of dip and egg nog! There are loads of tips out there for the holiday host but what about the guests? How many times have you been invited to a party and had no idea what to make or bring? Here are 4 Tips to help you become the perfect holiday guest: For those who find that cooking is a difficult mystery, you...
‘Tis the season as they say and we all know what that means entertaining, hosting, and heading to events. Your home has never been this busy and your kitchen and bathroom are definitely taking the brunt of it! So we felt it appropriate to feature and celebrate the most used rooms in our house during their busiest time of the year. Entertaining involves a lot of cooking, baking, washing, mixing, and...
It is a fact that from a resale prospective bathrooms & kitchens are what speak to potential buyers. It’s important to know your way when you are thinking of renovating these key features in your home. Are you upgrading a property to flip it or is this your home for the long term? If it is your home for the long term you will likely want to include a few “spoils” for yourself and the budget...
If you don’t have the time or money for a major renovation of your bathroom or kitchen, give it something slightly more than a simple cosmetic uplift. By going beyond just a lick of paint on the walls, you can make either room look practically like new – as well as trendy and energy efficient – without it costing an arm and a leg. Perhaps, in this day and age, the most important starting point in...