The Cooking Corner with Amie

The Cooking Corner with Amie Sharing my passion for good food. Helping you save time & money in the kitchen. Busy mom & wife who loves all things food!

Sharing easy recipes, kitchen tips & time-saving hacks to make cooking fun & affordable. Let’s cook smarter, not harder! 🍽️✨

Bringing bold, high-quality spices to kitchens everywhere. Follow for recipes, tips & flavour-packed inspiration!

10/11/2026

A LITTLE FALL BAKING MAGIC!

There’s just something about fall that makes me want to get into the kitchen and bake!

I’ve been seeing some variations of pumpkin bread and muffins coming up in my feed, because I was looking for something similar…I decided to put my own spin on it and turn it into something a little different…

🍁 Maple Pumpkin Spice Streusel Muffins!

Soft, moist pumpkin muffins made with real pumpkin purée, pure maple syrup and my favourite A Spice Affair Pumpkin Pie Spice.

But why stop there?

Instead of the traditional cream cheese frosting, I decided to add a buttery brown sugar streusel topping and finish them off with a sweet maple vanilla drizzle.

The combination of pumpkin, warm spices, maple syrup and that crumbly topping is everything I love about fall baking!

And of course, I had to incorporate my Canadian-made spices! 🇨🇦

Are you a pumpkin spice lover, or do you prefer apple and cinnamon when it comes to fall baking? 🍎🎃

🇨🇦 Support Local. Eat Global.

Visit my site anytime: www.amiemcnicol.com
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10/11/2026

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁

09/28/2026

🍂 WHERE TO FIND ME THIS WEEKEND! 🍂

SEE IN COMMENTS BELOW 👇🏻

What’s in your Spice Blend? See comments
09/14/2026

What’s in your Spice Blend? See comments

09/03/2026

🍂 THE HOLIDAY SPICE COLLECTION LAUNCHES TODAY! 🍂

Six cozy, seasonal flavours are coming your way at 5 PM EST!

🧄 Garlic Mashed Potatoes
🍁 Harvest Veggies
🌿 Holiday Stuffing
🍯 Honey Maple Squash
🍊 Honey Orange Rosemary
🦃 Turkey

Now tell me in the comments below👇 Which ONE do you think will rock your family table this season??

Holiday Spice Collection | 6 blends | $49.95 🇨🇦
(Value $59.94🇨🇦)

⏰ Available today at 5 PM EST!

🛒 Shop: www.amiemcnicol.com

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I’m excited to be at the Fall Fest Extravaganza in Williamstown on Sunday September 6th 10-4pm🇨🇦 Premium Canadian-made s...
09/03/2026

I’m excited to be at the Fall Fest Extravaganza in Williamstown on Sunday September 6th 10-4pm

🇨🇦 Premium Canadian-made seasonings that are Gluten-free • No fillers • Low sodium
I’ll have your everyday staples, BBQ blends, dips & more!

Stop by my booth, say hello and discover some new flavours for your kitchen!

Support Local. Eat Global.

Visit my site anytime: www.amiemcnicol.com
Use Code ESA-AMIE-M for extra savings

08/12/2026

With back-to-school season coming up fast, here’s a fresh fundraising idea!

A Spice Affair has recently launched a fundraising program that’s a little different from the usual.

Instead of sweets or things you may not need, supporters get Canadian-made seasonings they can actually use for everyday meals — while helping their school, team, dance studio or community group raise money.

$10 from every kit goes back to the organization
50 kits = $500 | 100 kits = $1,000

I love that it combines fundraising with something practical — making everyday meals easier and more flavourful.

If your organization is looking for something new this fall, feel free to reach out.





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07/27/2026

Didn’t feel like having a large meal tonight so it was oven baked wings with local corn on the cob!

Homemade BBQ sauce made with Tennessee BBQ Smoky Seasoning (recipe I made up on the fly) tweak to your liking:

Smoky Tennessee Maple BBQ Sauce

Ingredients
• 1 cup ketchup
• ¼ cup or a bit more apple c***r vinegar
• ¼ cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 tsp garlic paste
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup (to taste)
• 2–3 tbsp A Spice Affair Smoky Tennessee BBQ seasoning

Directions
1. Add all ingredients to a small saucepan and whisk until well combined.
2. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
3. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
4. Taste and adjust if needed:
• Add a little more maple syrup for extra sweetness.
• Add a splash of apple c***r vinegar for more tang.
• Add more Smoky Tennessee BBQ seasoning if you’d like a bolder smoky flavour.

This sauce should be thick, smoky, slightly sweet, and tangy—perfect for brushing onto ribs, wings, grilled chicken, burgers, or pulled pork. It also keeps well in the refrigerator for about a week in a sealed jar.

Shop or search for meal ideas here: www.amiemcnicol.com
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HAPPENING TODAY MAY 31st! I’ll be set up at the Sunday Snuggle Market at Caprassion Acres in Martintown and this one is...
05/31/2026

HAPPENING TODAY MAY 31st!

I’ll be set up at the Sunday Snuggle Market at Caprassion Acres in Martintown and this one is going to be such a fun family day out! 💛

Think local shopping, farm animals, fresh country air, plant sales, photo ops… and yes you read that right — FREE GOAT SNUGGLES 🐐

Come support local vendors, explore the farm, and enjoy a relaxing day with family and friends. I’d love to see some familiar faces there!

05/29/2026

NEW FLAVOUR ALERT

Today’s the day… introducing STEAK ME AWAY 🥩

If you love BIG steakhouse flavour without the added salt, this one deserves a spot in your pantry.

✨ Bold black pepper
✨ Savoury garlic
✨ Aromatic herbs
✨ Rich, mouthwatering flavour

Perfect for:

🥩 Steaks
🍔 Burgers
🍢 Beef skewers
🐷 Pork tenderloin
🍗 Chicken breasts
🥕 Roasted vegetables

My favourite way to use it:

Mix 1–2 tbsp with a little neutral oil, coat your meat, and let it rest for 15 minutes before cooking. The flavour is incredible!

As someone who loves creating simple, flavour-packed meals for my family, I can already tell this blend is going to be a regular in my kitchen.

🛒 Available now through my website:
www.amiemcnicol.com

Save 10% with code: ESA-AMIE-M

Who else is excited to give this one a try?

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