The Bay Kitchen

08/21/2026

This isn’t my usual content, but I wanted to put you on to something as a mix up a fresh batch.

I’ve been making these two homemade cleaners for months now, and honestly, they work wonders! They’re also incredibly cost-effective—the ingredients are inexpensive, last a long time and make multiple bottles of cleaner.

With three kids in the house and a dog who likes to bark—and breathe—all over the windows, my glass cleaner gets put to the test regularly. It leaves the glass clean and streak-free.

HOMEMADE GLASS CLEANER

* 2 cups water
* 4 tablespoons white vinegar
* 4 tablespoons rubbing alcohol
* ½ teaspoon cornstarch
* A few drops of essential oil, optional

Combine everything in a spray bottle and shake well before each use.

HOMEMADE ALL-PURPOSE CLEANER

* 2 parts rubbing alcohol
* 1 part water
* A couple of small squeezes of Dawn dish soap
* A few drops of essential oil, optional

This one is great for everyday cleaning around the house and dries quickly without leaving residue. Don’t use it on unsealed wood, and when trying it on a new surface, test a small hidden area first.

I’ll be honest—the alcohol smell isn’t especially pleasant while you’re spraying it, but once it dries, there’s no lingering scent. Everything just smells clean.

If you use essential oils, choose ones that are safe around your pets, and never mix homemade cleaners with bleach or other cleaning products.

08/19/2026

I’ve had some inquiries about where both Volume One and Volume Two can be purchased.

Right now, both volumes are available in Green Bay South at the Green Bay South Public Library and the Roberts Arm Heritage House. Chookies Convenience in Baie Verte currently has Volume One.

In the coming weeks, Cast On, Cast Off in Triton and Butt’s Esso near Springdale will also have both volumes available.

Be sure to check out these wonderful retailers and support local.

08/18/2026

08/18/2026

We had a cooked supper on Sunday, so I used the leftover chicken to make a big pot of chicken noodle soup. I always save the chicken carcass to make homemade broth—nothing goes to waste, and it adds so much flavour! What’s your favourite way to enjoy leftovers?

08/14/2026

With Newfoundland hard bread in short supply, I decided to show you how simple it is to make your own from scratch! It requires only three basic ingredients and can be used in traditional favourites like Fish and Brewis.

Ingredients:

5½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
2 cups warm water

This full recipe can also be found in my newest cookbook, The Bay Kitchen: MORE Time-Honoured Recipes for Today’s Kitchen — Volume Two, along with even more traditional Newfoundland recipes. I’ll add the link below!

https://a.co/d/0fD8gksh

08/11/2026

Pancakes are one of those simple, easy, essential recipes every home cook should have—and homemade is so much better than a box mix!

This video is very real and raw. I had just woken up when my daughter requested pancakes, so into the kitchen I went, bedhead and all.

Perfect Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 large egg
• A splash of vanilla

Recipes like this will be included in my upcoming cookbook, The Bay Kitchen: Breakfast to Supper, which will explore everyday favourites for every meal—made especially for busy households.

08/10/2026

Stuffed Pork Tenderloin for supper tonight!

Pork tenderloin can sometimes be bland and dry, but this turned out juicy, tender and full of flavour. It was also on sale, and these days you make do with what you can get for a good price!

I sliced the pork tenderloin lengthwise and pounded it flat. I generously seasoned the inside with salt and pepper, then added my savoury bread dressing and rolled it up tightly, securing it with toothpicks.

For the outside, I used:

• Salt and pepper
• Brown sugar
• Savoury
• Paprika

I rubbed the seasoning all over the pork, then placed it in a baking dish with a chopped onion and enough beef broth to come about one-quarter of the way up the sides. I covered the dish with foil and cooked it at 275°F for approximately 2½ hours.

Once cooked, I removed the foil and broiled it for a few minutes to caramelize the top. I let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing, then used the drippings and additional broth to make a gravy.

I served it with cheesy mashed potatoes and peas. It was a hearty supper that the whole family enjoyed!

The recipe for my savoury bread dressing can be found in my cookbook, The Bay Kitchen: Volume One.

08/09/2026

I have plenty of Volume One and Volume Two of The Bay Kitchen in Triton, but unfortunately, they arrived after I left. Pick-up is available at 6 Cards Harbour Road, Triton.

I also have a shipment on the way to CBS for those in the St. John’s area. During my next trip to Green Bay South, I’d be more than happy to sign your books if you’d like!

There are also many more videos coming soon, including a slow cooker series and a school lunch series. I have so many ideas, and I can’t wait to share them with you!

08/08/2026

Well, Mom’s front door currently looks like an Amazon distribution centre.

The Bay Kitchen: Volume Two has finally arrived! If you’d like to pick up your copy from Mom’s, she has the list and is available most evenings. You can send either me or Brenda a message to arrange pickup!