Homemade Power Bars

Photograph by Reena Newman

Granola bars have come a long way. People want more protein, energy, fortified fiber, full servings of fruits and vegetables and whole-meal replacements in quick convenient food. All of this can now be found in an individually wrapped bar. Yeah, I buy them from time to time and I have my favourites, but I stillRead more

Pierogi Night

You can buy frozen pierogies in the grocery store anytime, but having an official friends and family pierogi night is a whole lot of fun. You can stuff them with just about anything—meat, veggies, cheese, fruit fillings. The possibilities are endless and they are a great way to use up leftover cooked potatoes, a littleRead more

Spread Some Love: Fruit Preserves are not just for Bread

For sure you have at least one bottle of jam, jelly, fruit preserve or spread amongst your collection of condiments clanging around in your fridge door. They are patiently waiting for you, and not only to brighten your morning’s toast. I wanted to give you a gentle nudge their way. I want to remind youRead more

Pretty in Pink and totally Vegan Valentines Cheesecake

No cheese cherry cheesecake. Fun to say and totally delicious. Just in time to make your Galentine or Valentine a delicious treat that anyone WILL enjoy. Printer Friendly Recipe Soak Time: 2 hours Prep Time: 30 minutes Set Time: 2 hours You will need: Springform pan, food processor or a really good blender. CRUST: 1Read more

Bonne Maman Dulce de Leche and Pomegranate Trifle

I recently had the pleasure of working for one of my favourite jam companies, Bonne Maman for their Holiday Open House. I have so much experience with them already, visiting their company in France where I had the opportunity to talk with them at the heart of it all. I have a lot of respectRead more

Plantain Pancakes

plantain pancakes

Move over banana, I got a fever for the flavour of plantain. With only 4-ingredients you can make this grain-free (Paleo) super-nutritious pancakes. Using a blender for this batter means you get a smooth consistency that comes together in less than a minute. Plus the subtly-sweet flavour makes them the perfect on-the-go snack. I love making little almond butter sandwiches with them.

Wild Blueberries All Year Round

3 Recipes to keep your antioxidant levels high no matter what season it is. Frozen Wild Blueberry Overnight Oats:Did you know that you don’t have to cook oats to have oatmeal? Let me show you how. Ingredients: ½ cup oats ⅔ cup milk of choice, like unsweetened almond 1 Tbsp hemp seeds (hearts) 1 TbspRead more

Protein Packed Coconut Fudge

keto fudge bars

Looking for a healthy sweet snack that is packed with protein, full of healthy fat and has zero sugar? This is the one! And it’s KETO! Ingredients: 1 cup nut and/or seed butter ½ cup of coconut oil 3 oz sugar-free or dark 80% dark chocolate ( I use Lily’s Sugar-Free chocolate) Pinch sea saltRead more