http://globalnews.ca/video/3109508/uniquely-manitoba-portico-on-global-news-morning
Tracy talks to Shannon Cuciz of Global Morning News Winnipeg about some the amazing gift ideas Portico Indoor & Outdoor Living has for Holiday 2016 (and everyday). Originally aired December 6, 2016
R Recipe 1lb Good quality 72% Dark Chocolate (broken into small pieces) 1/2 cup Roasted Pistachio Nuts (shelled) roughly chopped 1/2 cup Dried Turkish Apricots roughly chopped 1 tsp Smoked Sea Salt Directions Mix together the chopped Pistachios and Apricots in a bowl and put aside Place chocolate in a heat proof glass bowl, or double boiler, over a pot of simmering water. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon until chocolate is completely melted and is smooth, lump free, and glossy (about 5 minutes) Pour melted chocolate onto a sheet pan lined with grease proof paper or silicone baking mats and smooth out to a uniform thickness (approx. 1/4") Sprinkle with...
Recipe 1lb Good quality 72% Dark Chocolate (broken into small pieces) 1/2 cup Whole blanched Almonds roughly chopped 1/2 cup Dried Sour Cherries roughly chopped 1 tsp Bourbon Smoked Sea Salt (available at Portico) Directions Mix together the chopped Almonds and Cherries in a bowl and put aside Place chocolate in a heat proof glass bowl, or double boiler, over a pot of simmering water. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon until chocolate is completely melted and is smooth, lump free, and glossy (about 5 minutes) Pour melted chocolate onto a sheet pan lined with grease proof paper or silicone baking mats and smooth out to a uniform thickness (approx. 1/4")...
Have you ever wondered what simple things you can do to re-create that special atmosphere of being away at a Resort or the relaxed feeling of the Holiday Season? Quite often that extra special ambiance is due to decorative accent lighting; often this simple task of incorporating well planned accent lighting is all you need to do to a new or an existing space to completely take your Décor to a whole new level of “WOW”.At Portico Indoor & Outdoor Living we are always looking for innovative ways to design with decorative lighting; we carry a line of small LED lights on fine metallic wire that is spectacular to see and work with. The LED bulbs have a beautiful warm,...
It is always a good idea to have something special "up your sleeve". The Moscow Mule is refreshing and tangy cocktail that is great to make for yourself or for a crowd - everyone will love it for sure! This icy drink is served in its own signature copper mug that keeps it cool while you savour some quiet time, or laugh it up with a bunch of friends. Here's our recipe so enjoy! (and of course Portico now carries these beautiful Moscow Mule mugs) 2 oz vodka (preferrably Russian) 4 oz Ginger Beer 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice ice cubes (enough to fill 1/2 of mug) wedge of lime Add ice to copper Moscow Mule mug. Add vodka...
