19 | Wednesday, March 27, 2013 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com RESTAURANT & PUB Alternatives to traditional dyed Easter eggs Easter is a time when Christian families gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Religious customs abound on Easter, but a number of secular traditions have emerged as well. Perhaps the most popular secular tradition associated with Easter is the colouring of Easter eggs. Easter egg dyeing kits emerge in early spring. Consumers have a variety of alternatives to these kits at their disposal. There are some people who desire more environmentally friendly Easter eggs, so here are some creative and greener ideas for colouring eggs this year. · Wooden eggs: Visit a craft store and purchase wooden eggs that can be painted and decorated however you desire. The wooden eggs will be durable and can be stored away for use each and every year. Because they are made of wood, a naturally recyclable material, they are easy on the environment. · Consider natural dyes. Use different food items to create all-natural dyes for the eggs. Tea, fruit and vegetable juices -- even packaged drink mixes -- can be used to tint Easter eggs in various colours. Because you're controlling the materials you use, you can ensure they are safe to use. · Experiment with papier mache. This ancient paper crafting technique uses recycled paper and a paste to create a hardened mold. Turn excess scraps of paper into delightful eggs put on display for the holiday. · Purchase corn starch eggs. Corn starch is used in everything from packing materials to children's craft products. Corn starch can be molded into solid forms or foam-type consistencies. Egg kits are sold with this green material. When Easter is over, the corn starch eggs can be put out for com- Advertorial EASTER CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH JOIN US AT HAMPTON'S RESTAURANT LOCATED IN THE QUALITY HOTEL & SUITES FOR EASTER BRUNCH ON SUNDAY MARCH 31, 2013. ENJOY AN ELABORATE BUFFET PRESENTED WITH ALL OF YOUR FAVOURITES. CHILDREN CAN ENJOY AN EASTER EGG HUNT, AND AFTERWARDS, THEY CAN ENJOY OUR ACTIVITY AREA WHERE THEY CAN COLOUR AND PLAY. BUFFET INCLUDES: Carvery of Ham and Prime Rib Scrambled Eggs · Bacon & Sausage · Pancakes Tossed & Caesar Salad · Seafood Salad Baked Salmon Platters · Assortment of Fine World Cheeses · Pasta of the Day Home style Potatoes · Fresh Garden Vegetables Home Baked Breads · Muffins, Croissants, Danishes · French Pastries, Tortes, Cakes & Pies Glass of Chilled Mimosa · Coffee or Tea posting. Foam-type eggs may be dissolved with water. · Make edible eggs. Traditional Easter eggs can be wasteful if the eggs are boiled and used entirely for display. Rather, make eggs that will be enjoyed and are not at risk of spoiling too soon after being on display. Gelatindessert eggs is one way to use the eggs after Easter, and creative people can try crafting eggs out of meringue as well. · Dough eggs: Have the children get out their favourite modeling dough and craft multi-coloured eggs as a fun, rainy-day project. Those who want the eggs to last can purchase actual clay from the craft store or whip up their own medium at home. After drying, the eggs should be ready to paint. · Drained eggs: Those interested in using the yolks and albumen from the eggs for cooking can poke small holes into the eggs and drain them. Then the remaining eggshells can be decorated and put on display. $ 26.95 PER PERSON Children 12 and under HALF PRICE Children under 5 EAT FREE We will be offering two seatings for our brunch. The 10:30am seating will be available until 12:30pm, and our 1:30pm seating will be available until 3:30pm. Please call us at 905-847-1566 or email hamptonscatering@hotmail.com to book your reservation. 905-847-1566 Located in The Quality Hotel & Suites, 754 Bronte Road ART'S FISH & CHIPS wish our customers a Happy & Healthy Easter and remind you that we will be OPEN on Good Friday, 12 Noon to 7pm Liz, Nick & Staff at Come early and avoid the 5 pm rush. We will be serving whole orders of Halibut and Haddock Fish & Chips only with a limited menu of side orders and will not take any phone-in orders for pick-up after 5 p.m. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE! Easter Brunch Sunday, March 31st 11am - 2pm 1500 Sixth Line (Just South of Upper Middle Rd.) · 905-844-9209 Lionhead Golf & CC 8525 Mississauga Rd, Brampton (905) 455-8816 Carlisle Golf & CC 523 Carlisle Rd, Carlisle (905) 689-8820 For details visit our website www.kaneffgolf.com