I feel inspired by making small changes that don't necessarily cost a lot but are definitely worth the spend.

Cupcakes are always more fun to me than cake, and do feel free to embellish the ganache with your own version of holiday charm!

These intentional changes within our home can bring joy, harmony and peace.

2026 is going to change how we think about kitchen cabinetry. We’re loosening up, breaking a few rules, and having some fun with color.

It’s the beginning of a new year, and this may be the year you finally decide to take on that renovation you’ve been thinking about.

Best Side Magazine | Jan/Feb 2026 - Jackie shares how today, the Niagara region is a world-class producer of wines, and as our appreciation for it grows, so does the desire to install perfect spaces to store, display, enjoy and share it at home.

Here are the standout trends you can expect to see in the coming year.

As the year winds down, New Year’s Eve always seems to ask the same question: Are you staying in cozy, or are you stepping out glam?

Best Side Magazine | Nov/Dec 2025 - The direction in design for the coming year looks to be more muted, elegant, quieter than last year, and deeply personal.

Over the years, I’ve shared these same six tips with countless clients, and they continue to make a lasting difference in every project.

Here is my easy recipe for Fresh Cashew Milk.

I’m sharing 5 of my favourite Canadian business partners. Tried and true north!

I like to start my mornings with something quick, healthy, and energizing — and for me, that’s a green smoothie.

Best Side Magazine | Sept/Oct 2025 - In this issue, Jackie explains why the perfect synergy between the designer and the contractor is the key to all great renovations.

Here are my 5 "must haves" in ensuring your hall looks stylish and functional!

I made this recipe one afternoon because I had some leftover ricotta and an overabundance of zucchini.

Bringing Summer Into Your Home - For many of us, the first signs of warmer weather send us into a frenzy of cleaning up our gardens, hosing down outdoor furniture, and …

Best Side Magazine | July/Aug 2025 - Jackie is a Contributing Editor for Best Side Magazine, dedicated to the vibrant and finest neighbourhoods of Mississauga, Oakville, Burlington & Hamilton.