self care made easy (my 3 pillars of wellness)
Caregivers, WellnessHiya Beautiful!Why is it so hard to squeeze a few precious minutes of self-care into our lives? I bet you've struggled more than a few times to create or stay consistent with healthy rituals — you know... the ones that allow you to connect…
Drink Your Greens Breakfast Smoothie
Beverages, BreakfastGetting enough greens in a day can be challenging! That’s one of the reasons I love this smoothie. And the reason why I called it "Drink Your Greens Breakfast Smoothie".This protein packed green smoothie is my go-to meal before I teach…
Coconutty granola
Breakfast, RecipesThere is nothing yummier than the scent of homemade granola baking in the oven. For this grain free Coconutty Granola, I added warming spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. Partnered them with pure almond and vanilla extracts which give off a delicious…
Roasted Rainbow Bowl with pesto Cauli’ “rice”
Entrees, RecipesA delicious Rainbow bowl is my favourite dish to get a few extra veggies into my girl's tummies. Add wilted or fresh greens and you have a delicious meal packed full of nutrients. I like to think of veggie bowls less of a recipe but more of…
Garlic Dill Chickpeas
SidesGarlic Dill Chickpeas are hands down one of Serena’s favourite school snacks. We came across a very similar recipe in the deli at our local co-op. It was motivation for us to create our own version using dill as a twist. Chickpeas, or more…
Kelp Noodle Stir Fry
EntreesThis kelp noodle stir fry is both simple, delicious and nourishing. There are oodles of noodles available you can use to make stir fries, but I am here to tell you that there is nothing more satisfying and healthier than using kelp noodles.…
Rainbow Bowl
EntreesRainbow Bowls are nature's gift to healthy eating. Eating an array of colours has never been easier. Simply aim for a bowl or plate packed full of your favourite seasonal fresh fruit and veggies. For a gut boosting added bonus add a healthy…
Butternut Squash Mac n Chz
EntreesSerena and I had a compromise making this recipe. She wanted pasta. Yet I had already started roasting butternut squash to turn into soup. We had one of those cold, wet nonstop rainy days and hearty, comfy food was a must. So we settled on a…
Asian Inspired Buddha Bowl
EntreesThis delicious Asian inspired Buddha Bowl recipe takes less than 30 minutes to prepare, is bursting with flavor, packed full of nutrition and beautiful to look at. It is loaded with an abundance of colourful vegetables, and topped with a dreamy…
Wild Mushroom Quinotto
EntreesFirst I need to fess up to the name “Quinotto”. I make this dish, or a version similar for my family quite often when I’m craving comfort food. My 7yr old daughter asked what it was called. I couldn’t really say risotto as it doesn’t…
Vegan Queso – Vegan nacho Cheese dip
CondimentsWhenever I’m in NYC visiting Anisa one of my absolute must visit restaurants is Matthew Kennedy’s Bar Verde; a plant based mexican restaurant in the east village The nachos are absolutely incredible and the mushroom tacos are a must!We…