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....
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...
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...
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...
Pretty much every time I think about "resolutions", drinking more water is at the top of the list. The fact that it keeps getting on the "list" should be a clue that I haven't found it easy to stick to. What has helped me significantly is to...
Juicing? Smoothies? What to do, what to do? It's kind of like trying to figure out what's better - getting a good night's sleep or drinking enough water. The short answer is...
While certainly not new, there's two new darlings in the nutrition world. Holy Basil (Tulsi) tea is considered the "Queen of Herbs" and the "elixir of life" for its many health benefits, most notably its ability to help the body tolerate stress; and gelatin (not...
This is a variation of one of our favourite snacks/toppings at our house. Each time I make it, it's a bit different - chiefly influenced by what's on hand and what "moves" me. This is a great healthy protein boost, in addition to healthy fats,...
When I start to feel a little fatigued, sluggish, and for lack of a better word, "dirty", I find myself wanting to juice. Mostly because of time, I find myself "blending" vs "juicing" most days. Without launching into the whole blending vs. juicing debate (because...
I love experimenting with recipes and finding ways to make nutrient-dense foods easy to prepare and delicious. My boys really love these bars, and I thought I would try boosting the protein content with Sun Warrior sprouted brown rice protein powder. One scoop has 16 grams...