A frequently overlooked, if not maligned, category of food at the grocery store is frozen fruit and vegetables. They are often considered second rate when compared to their "fresh" siblings. In reality, however, they are often both more cost-effective and nutrient-dense. They are typically picked...
This recipe is thanks to my friend Judy. Judy and her husband follow a plant-based, whole-food, low-fat diet, and she shared these yummy muffins with us following a (physically-distanced) hike. They're super satisfying, easy to make and have NO wheat, dairy, eggs or oil! I restrained...
It gives me such reassurance knowing that I have healthy, nutritious food at the ready. When I'm running short on time, have late days/evenings at the studio or simply have no idea what to make for dinner, I absolutely love knowing that I have something...
April is a funny month. We can be graced with warm, sunny days filled with the promise of summer, and just when we feel it's safe to store away our winter coats, bam - we get hit with snow! To me, rainy days in April feel...
Happy days - it's barbecue season! As with many recipes I post/create, it's often a combination of craving meets what I have on hand. On our way back from filming some classes, I had the inspiration to create a black bean burger. I knew we had...
A recent article in the Globe and Mail featured a warm Greek chicken salad recipe from food writer Ricardo Larrivee. His most recent cookbook is called Sheet Pan Everything and is devoted to yummy recipes that require minimal equipment, which also means minimal clean up - that's...
I had purchased a bag of apples that were a "great deal" only to discover that they were rather bashed up and kind of mealy, sigh. I also had some strawberries that were threatening to turn on me at any moment, so I was anxious...
I have always been rather indiscriminate when it comes to my use of oils with cooking. I rarely measure the glug of oil when I saute vegetables. Since I was primarily using "healthy" fats, I wasn't concerned. While I continue to cook with oils, I...
Having a healthy breakfast on the ready brings a certain satisfaction for me, much like preparing a slow cooker meal in the morning and knowing that dinner is taken care of...
Several years ago, I purchased a dehydrator to explore raw food. Raw food enthusiasts claim that more nutrients and enzymes are maintained by avoiding heat. While I think it's great to keep as many nutrients as possible, I don't think an exclusively raw diet is...
I've always been a little bit of a mad scientist. I love creating various "potions"...
We have been on a bit of a run with peanut sauce and rice noodles. Do you find yourself on frequent or "repeat loops" when it comes to food? Our love of peanut sauce is thanks to one of our favourite cookbook authors, Dana, from...