fbpx

Jen Mallia



Author Bio:

Jen Mallia is an Edmonton writer who is passionate about travel, Netflix, and raising good humans (not always in that order!) She has written for numerous print and on-line publications, and is always on the lookout for the next great story--around the corner or across the globe! You can follow her adventures on Instagram and Twitter: @jen_mallia

Website:

Posts by Jen Mallia:


37 Spooktacular Halloween Events Happening Across Canada

Posted on: October 8, 2014

Looking for the spookiest activities in the country? We’ve gathered the goblins and ghouls and pumped them for information–where do they go for the most SPOOKtacular fun! Use caution when visiting though, some of these are genuinely creepy and not appropriate for the younger spooks! You have been warned! Bwahahaha!
Continue Reading »

Fire Prevention Week

Posted on: October 6, 2014

Of all the things that keep me from my slumber, a recurrent worry is a fire in my house. I picture in my head, insurance commercial style, hoisting my babies through the window, calling for the dogs, debating about grabbing my wallet. It is a horrific scenario, and given my inattentive
Continue Reading »

A Pet Away from Home|Directors of Hotel P.R. (Pet Relations)

Posted on: September 24, 2014

There is a magnet hanging on the fridge in the kitchen in the house of people I love that says “A house is not a home without a cat.” As an avowed dog person, I prefer my pet hair spread uniformly throughout the house rather than coughed up in balls.
Continue Reading »

6 Tips for a Smooth Start at Kindergarten

Posted on: August 29, 2014

My baby is going to kindergarten. He’s a social little guy and I think he’s going to do well, but between you and me and the moms at the playground and the cashier at Superstore and anyone else who will talk to me, I’m a bit nervous. I’m a firm
Continue Reading »

Living it up Lakeside: Can’t miss Penticton

Posted on: August 18, 2014

The allure of the southern Okanagan as Canada’s little piece of desert with a spectacular lake oasis is undeniable. With August temperatures averaging mid-thirties, it’s perfect for doing nothing and going to the beach. If you can’t do it at home, you are vacationally obligated to do it a lot;
Continue Reading »

OneDay at a time | A new free app to capture memories

Posted on: August 8, 2014

When my son was just learning to talk, he was in the bath and refused to roll onto his back to rinse the shampoo out of his hair. After struggling to flip his slippery determined body, I finally asked “Why won’t you go on your back?” He beamed his toddler
Continue Reading »

Summer Hands and Beach Feet | The best polishes and press-ons for your nails

Posted on: July 14, 2014

Ever since one barefoot summer’s eve, as we played a neighbourhood game of kick-the-can when my cousin told me I have “troll feet,” I have been somewhat self-conscious of my hooves. I have dedicated a great deal of time and effort to disguising their monstrousness with cute socks, toe deforming
Continue Reading »

Earth to Echo

Posted on: July 8, 2014

Three friends are suspicious when a mysterious construction project starts in their neighborhood, but when they start receiving strange text messages, they know something is amiss for sure. The friends do what anyone in their situation would do, and go to the authorities. The trouble is, no one believes a bunch
Continue Reading »

The Hundred-Foot Journey in Theatres Soon plus BONUS Recipes

Posted on: June 24, 2014

Following their flight from India and their culinary trek across Europe, the Haji family settle in the small French town of Lumiere. Opening a small restaurant featuring exotic Indian cuisine causes a sensation…and open animosity from the town’s established doyenne of food, Mme. Mallory. Following the life of Hassan Haji, this
Continue Reading »

FREE Apple Programs for kids ages 8-12

Posted on: June 19, 2014

Your budding Steven Soderbergh can shine at a free three day workshop for kids 8-12 at Apple stores this summer. Two workshops are on offer: choose between digital movie making and creating an interactive book. Each camp ends with a  showcase to show off your creation. If you didn’t know
Continue Reading »