01 March, 2017

Regardless if you're strictly following a Paleo or Gluten-free diet, many are choosing to cut back on grains. This can be tricky if you enjoy traditional granola. In an effort to create the satisfying fullness of granola without grains, I experimented with some ingredients I...

01 March, 2017

For the record, I'm not vegan. I do, however, try to keep animal-based products in my diet to a minimum for a variety of health, ethical and economic reasons. I'm also a little averse to labels (such as 'vegan', 'vegetarian', etc.) becauseI feel they can be...

01 March, 2017

  This is quickly becoming a house favourite. This plant-based dish will satisfy those following a vegan, gluten-free, soy free, Paleo diet...

01 March, 2017

This was all started with a lovely gift from the generous Dianne. I was given a freshly picked batch of rhubarb and immediately thought of creating a yummy crisp!I wanted to make a gluten-free version, and I also wanted to experiment with using the coconut crystals....

01 March, 2017

The upside of fall: warm, fragrant soups and stews. After yoga today, I had a hankering for a warm curry. Again, as is typical for me, I looked at what I had on hand: cauliflower, onions, coconut milk…we're off to a good start! This dish is...

01 March, 2017

I like ice cream. A lot. Me, who is ALWAYS cold, has been known to come in from the cold and reach for a bowl of ice cream instead of a warming tea - I know...

01 March, 2017

Oh how I love caramel apples! This time of year in particular, I just love the combination of a crisp tart apple and the salty sweet goodness of caramel. I found a recipe on my guilty pleasure site Thug Kitchen, which got me thinking about the match-made-in-Heaven...

27 February, 2017

In the spirit of "warming" spices, what could be better than cinnamon? Much, much more than just a delicious scent and something to sprinkle on toast, the health benefits of cinnamon are impressive. A variety of studies are showing promise in the following areas: regulates blood sugar...

27 February, 2017

For a significant portion of the year, I can be found in gymnasiums across North America cheering on my boys as they play basketball and other sports. I simply love this. The only down-side is keeping well nourished on the road. Scheduling can make it...

27 February, 2017

I love the idea of a crock pot. I love the idea of coming home to a fragrant house and a meal ready to eat. I love knowing that there will be minimal clean-up. Here's what I don't love: a crock-pot recipe that is fussy,...

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