With Wildwood Elementary's Documentarians: Tiny Footprints Making a Big Difference

The project has given the kids an opportunity to learn about some “green” initiatives that they can take on in their school and home – making a difference down the road.

They are shopping this documentary around and hoping to get it screened at the Calgary International Film Festival.  Look for it – and these budding stars down the road.

Also this morning, if you love the concept of shopping from the comfort of your own home – check out Peppy Kids.  Jane Tyrrell andBonnie Slowley are the driving force behind this kids apparel/store on the go concept.  Jane and Bonnie shop around for their kid fashions and then bring the clothes to you and your friends.

It’s a modern take on the candle party. They brought in some adorable kids to show off their fashions…

Our "Peppy" kids getting prepped for their BT moment

Great clothes, that will survive wash after wash – and more than one kid. They are taking party bookings at peppyplace.com. Happy shopping friends!

Susanne

With Jeremy Gutsche

Jeremy Gutsche from trendhunter.comwas on BT this morning with some of the hottest trends of 2010 and beyond.  A graduate of the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary, Jeremy is being honored with the “Graduate of the Last Decade” award tonight. Congrats Jeremy!

Making Mayo with Pierre Lamielle. (Look at how fast my whisk is moving!)

For the dipping — he brought along some homemade french fries, and some sweet potatoes. My “dipping” taste testers were Andrew Schultz and Mike Yawney. (tough job – but they answered the call.)

Dip anyone?

Pierre brought in half a dozen homemade dip options. He’s provided the recipes below.

Mayonnaise

These are so incredibly easy, just combine the ingredients in small bowls and serve with a spoon to garnish. Make all of them or choose a couple and double up the recipe.

Homemade mayonnaise

1 egg yolk (room temperature)

1 tsp of Dijon mustard

1 cup of canola or vegetable oil

Acid to taste (lemon juice, vinegar, etc)

Salt to taste

Start with a clean bowl, and vigorously whisk the egg yolk and Dijon mustard together. Continue whisking steadily while very carefully adding the olive oil 1 drop at a time—try pouring oil into a spoon, then adding the oil drop by drop from the spoon into the bowl. This will start the emulsion, and it should begin to thicken and start looking like mayonnaise. Continue to whisk, drizzling the oil slowly and in a very thin stream this time. When half the oil is incorporated you can pour the rest in a little faster than before (but not too fast).

The result should be a thick, gloopy mayonnaise.

To thin out the consistency and brighten up the whiteness, whisk in the lemon juice or vinegar and don’t forget to season to taste. Transfer to a smaller bowl add your flavour choices from the list below, cover and place in the fridge while the flavours develop. 

1. Guacamayo

1 cup mayonnaise

½ avocado, mushed up very smooth

1/2 jalapeno, seeded and very finely minced

½ tsp sun dried tomatoes, minced

zest and juice of 1 lime

pinch of chili powder

pinch of salt

2. smoking pepper

1 cup mayonnaise

chipotle sauce, to taste

2 cloves of garlic, grated

zest and juice of 1 lime

pinch of salt

 3. Honey mustard

1 cup mayonnaise

2 Tbsp mustard of choice

2 Tbsp honey of choice

pinch of salt

 4. rusted red brick

1 cup mayonnaise

½ tsp sweet paprika

¼ cup finely chopped pimentos (roasted red pepper)

pinch of salt

 5. Sauce Gribiche

1 cup mayonnaise

1 hard boiled egg, finely minced

2 gherkin pickles, finely minced

1 shallot

10 capers, roughly chopped

1 sprig parsley, finely minced

3 chives, finely sliced

pinch of salt

 6. Sunny Lemon

1 cup mayonnaise

juice and zest of 1 lemon

½ tsp of tumeric or yellow curry powder

½ clove garlic, grated

pinch Saffron

pinch of salt

 7. Sushi mayo

1 cup mayonnaise

½ tsp wasabi paste or powder

1 tsp finely minced pickled sushi ginger

2 tsp yuzu juice (or lemon juice)

pinch of salt

 8. Roasted Garlic Aioli

½ mayonnaise

4 cloves of roasted garlic

¼ tsp balsamic vinegar

pinch of salt

As part of The Body Worlds Exhibit, Kristin Wright from the Alberta Lung Association brought in 2 real sets of lungs. One, from a 30 year smoker. Have a look at the difference.

The Dyck Family getting ready for Sunday's Walk to Fight Arthritis at Fish Creek Park.

Janet and Greta Podleski of Looneyspoons and Crazy Plates fame show off some healthy pizza.

"What's It Worth" Brian Lehman will appraise your collectables for free this weekend at The Fish Creek Library, 11 am to 3 pm Saturday.

Justin Nozuka is on tour with Xavier Rudd. They play the Jubilee Auditorium on Saturday night, 8pm.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Susanne

We had The Tryzub Ukrainian Dance Ensembleon BT this morning for a preview of the festival. These dancers are in amazing shape and their performance can’t help but put a smile on your face. We brought in our resident dance expert to learn some moves. ie: Andrew Schultz

Andy getting ready for his Ukrainian dance off... sizing up the competition...

Note the shoes and belt on Andrew.  Does’t he look sharp?

And after a quick lesson… they were off. The following picture is blurry  – because they were so fast…

How low can he go?

Stylist Karen Judge brought by some beautiful spring/summer shoes from stores across Calgary – and all different price ranges.

Shoe Shopping with Karen Judge

The boots I’m holding up in the above picture are from Check Mate Shoes. Open toed boots – great option for Stampede?

Also this morning, celebrity gardening and landscaping expert Carson Arthur stopped in with some great eco-friendly tips for our yards.

Put down the saw Andy...

A great tip from Carson to keep away the slugs and fruit flies in your garden and flower patch: Throw a bunch of garlic in a jar with water, marinate for 24 – 48 hours. Pour into a spray bottle … and spritz away.  Thanks Carson!

A final note – if you know someone who’s going through a divorce and needs some advice we met two women behind a Divorce Seminar in Calgary this week. Bhairvi Johnston and Wendy Olson-Brodeur talked about things to do before you call the lawyer, the importance of having a suppport system of friends and experts and the key financial mistakes that people make when splitting their assets.

Bhairvi Johnston and Wendy Olson-Brodeur

Their seminar dates are May25th, June 9th and 24th. More info at their website: www.tfds.ca

Ted Reader works his magic on the BBQ

Here’s a quick list of what he whipped up for us live on the show:

Super Thick and Cheesy, Carolina Pulled Pork Burger, Bacon Wrapped Scallop Burger,  Planked Mashed Potato Burger with Molten Camembert, and the Ultimate Chicken Burger!!

Ted’s new book is called Everyday Gourmet Burger. You can also check him out @ www.tedreader.com
GRILLING DEMO – Big Rock Brewery, 1:30 pm
BOOK SIGNING – Cross Iron Mills, 4:00 pm

Ted BBQ'ing on 7th Ave