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Shelly Wutke

Shelly Wutke
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Editor TV & Home Theatre
I'm a Vancouver freelancer and tech enthusiast. When I'm not writing you'll find me on my farm with my alpacas, chickens, and honeybees. Visit my website Survivemag

Review: How Netgear Arlo smart home security cameras work for us

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Out of all of the things that have happened since we moved from a quiet cul-de-sac with neighbours to a 12-acre farm, having break-in after break-in has been the worst. Possessions can be replaced but when you lose the sense of security you have in your home? That’s really hard to get back. Thankfully we discovered Arlo smart home security, and I sleep better at night because of those cameras. Here’s my take on Arlo and how we use it on our property.

How to create southern BBQ, right in your own backyard

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Did you know there’s a difference between BBQing and grilling? You can grill a burger or hot dog in under 10 minutes, but when you want true Southern BBQ flavour, you need to use wood chips and a slow cooking process. Read on for some great Southern BBQ recipes you can make on your grill this year.

Try breakfast for dinner: this week on Shelly’s Friday Favourites

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When’s the last time you did breakfast for dinner? If it’s been awhile, you’re long overdue. Try these recipes this weekend and up your breakfast/dinner game.

Review: Hitting the skies with the Yuneec Typhoon G Quadcopter For GoPro Cameras

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Until you actually fly a drone, you have no idea how amazing it is to have one around. Although some people use them strictly for entertainment purposes, I decided I wanted a better look at my property from the only angle I hadn’t seen it yet: up above. The Yuneec Typhoon G drone for Gopro cameras is easy to set up, fun to fly, and I’m in love with the solid 1080p footage of our property.    

St.Patrick’s Day recipes for a little luck of the Irish

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It’s almost St.Patrick’s Day again, and along with the green beer and shamrocks you’ll also find a bunch of different Irish dishes you can try. Here are a few I make every year

Review: Instant Pot makes cooking easier

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Pressure cookers: who knew that one small appliance could cook up so many different dishes? I spent the week trying out the very versatile Instant Pot Smart pressure cooker, and now I’m a huge fan of pressure cooking and an even bigger fan of Instant Pot’s smart features.

Get ready for BBQ season in 2016

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Although some parts of Canada are still under a blanket of snow, it’s only a matter of weeks before it’s time to throw open the windows and welcome back BBQ season. Here’s everything you’ll need to know to kick off your best BBQ season yet.

Homemade bagels, New York or Montreal style: this week on Shelly’s Friday Favourites

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Bagels: they’re good for breakfast, amazing for lunch, and when you’re in the mood for comfort food, you just can’t beat them. Instead of heading to the store to get your bagel fix, I’ve got two recipes you can use to create your own. Are you a Montreal bagel person or feeling a little New York-ish? Here’s your chance to find out.

How to stream video to your TV

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Video streaming has been around for awhile, but there are a lot of people just getting into Netflix or streaming movies. With all of the exciting new content and apps available, it’s a great time to check out all of your video streaming options and what the future of video streaming will bring.

The best homemade breakfast sandwiches: Shelly’s Friday Favourites

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Try these homemade breakfast sandwiches and you'll see how quick, easy, and delicious it can be to make your own breakfast at home.