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Three Fun & Delicious Activities for Easter

When the Easter bunny starts to appear in our stores, Easter is inevitably just around the corner! With fewer restrictions on social distancing this year, we're fully enjoying the sweet and tasty activities associated with this holiday. Easter egg hunts, chocolates and homemade chocolate are our top choices to celebrate Easter 2022!

A COLOURFUL EGG HUNT

For as long as anyone can remember, egg hunts have been a favourite activity at Easter. Follow the orthodox tradition by decorating the eggs with watercolour paint. This way, everyone in the family can take part! At DeSerres, you can get a painting kit for under $8! For the sweet version of the egg hunt, choose chocolate eggs. 


  • Aquarelle magique Marinia - $21.99 at Renaud-Bray
  • Colorful acrylic paint bottles - $2 at Dollarama
  • Colourful Paint Brush Set 5PC - $2 at Dollarama

THERE’S NO EASTER WITHOUT CHOCOLATE!

It’s the perfect opportunity to indulge in sweet treats without feeling guilty. A natural pick-me-up, cocoa comes in all kinds of shapes and colours. This Easter, make the most of it by supporting local businesses that offer exclusive Easter-themed collections.


  • Easter Bundle - $28.92 at Laura Secord
  • Easter Signature Trio Box - $2.99 at Laura Secord
  • Milk chocolate & Crispy rice easter eggs - $7.99 at Laura Secord

HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE TREATS

If you don't feel like spending money to purchase some chocolate in a shop, just make your own treats at home. It's a perfect solution for those who prefer to save money and have a sweet tooth. Here are 2 chocolate-based recipes from Avril.

Dulce de Leche Brownie with Beet Rosé Marshmallows and Vanilla Gelato

Preparation: 30 mins

Servings: 12 marshmallows


For the Beet Rosé Marshmallows:

  • 1 cup cane sugar
  • 1/3 cup of water
  • 2 egg whites
  • 8 g of gelatine sheets
  • 1 tsp beetroot powder


For the Dulce de Leche brownie and vanilla gelato:

  • 1 brownie with dark chocolate and Dulce de leche of 400g Avril
  • 1 tub of Naturally Gourmet Vanilla Gelato


To see directions, click HERE

Chocolate Nut Ketogenic Squares

Preparation time: 30 min

Servings: 12 squares


  • 2/3 cup 85% dark chocolate
  • 3 tbsp. sunflower oil
  • 2/3 cup Naturally Organic Peanut Butter
  • 2 tbsp. Erythritol-style sugar-free natural sweetener
  • 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pistachios, walnuts, pecans, etc.)


To see directions, click HERE