Paper Airplanes

I remember when we were kids, we would make paper airplanes out of lined notepaper from our school workbooks. Things sure have changed... we have some great books in the store with all kinds of information, patterns and paper to make very cool paper airplanes. We had these books in before Christmas and could not keep them in stock. We have a new supply of the most popular books, so drop in to pick them up for future gifts.

Ends of Christmas...

We have gathered the last bits of Christmas & holiday merchandise together for the post Christmas Sale. This is the last opportunity to get things at great discounts, so don't delay!

Roothams Gourmet Preserves

Abbeywood's Emporium carries a great selection of these very popular products. Roothams, a small Canadian company, is located near Guelph, Ontario. They have a great selection of award-winning preserves. Our best sellers are Black Pepper Lime Chutney (pictured) and Tangy Red Pepper Jelly. The Black Pepper Lime Chutney contains peaches & apples kicked with pepper & lime and is wonderful served with cheeses or as a topper for baked brie. The Rootham's website has a nice selection of recipes using their products.

Envirosax

The great little re-usable shopping bags from Envirosax make a great wrapping for many of your Christmas gifts and become part of the gift as well. And just think of the impact on our environment by saving the landfill from discarded paper and ribbon. Check out this video clip for the "how to" info. We are expecting another order of these cool bags before Christmas, so drop in to get your wrapping paper!

Brie Bakers

Baked brie has become a favorite appetizer at parties and gatherings. There's something comforting about the smooth mild cheese combined with crisp crackers or fruit. Brie bakers are a great way to serve brie cheese and impress your guests! The baker controls the spread of the warm brie once cut and makes serving easier for you and your guests.

Some serving ideas.... slice off a thin layer from the top of a small Brie wheel, place in the baker and spread a generous amount of your favourite sweet spread, compote or chutney. Cover and bake for 15 minutes or until gently softened and warmed throughout. The cheese becomes soft and fragrant, delicious served with rustic chunks of baguette, crostini, fruit or crackers. Try adding some other taste sensations to the top of the brie before baking.....Black Pepper Lime Chutney (Roothams), Jalapeño Pepper Jelly (Roothams)or Caramelized Onion Compote (Wildly Delicious)are just a few suggestions. All are available at Abbeywood's Emporium.

We also have lots of stock available in both the cream and red Wildly Delicious Brie Bakers. They really do make a wonderful gift. Drop into the store or you can order from our website.

Cupcakes

Cupcakes have become all the rage in the past couple years - baking and decorating them. We have some new cupcake cookbooks & decorating books at the store with loads of easy and unique ideas. We also have cupcake serving plates, silicone baking cups and some gourmet cupcake baking mixes that include the icing from Wildly Delicious. They make a great Christmas gift for anyone that enjoys collecting cookbooks, loves to bake or entertain!

Santa Claus Parade

Even though there is no snow, the St Thomas Santa Claus Parade is on tonight, starting at 6 pm. Abbeywood's Emporium will be open and serving hot chocolate during the parade. The parade route goes past the store, so be sure to drop in.