Have you jumped on the goji berry bandwagon yet? I haven’t, and I have yet to try them. I heard they taste like a mix between raisins and cherries, yum! (I’ve never been caught up in the whole “ Superfood“ hype, I’m into all whole, unprocessed, nutrient dense foods – these are all … [Read more...]
La mia stagione preferita è la primavera! Or if you prefer English— my favorite season is spring! Did you know Primavera is Italian for spring? I knew it was a type of pasta dish, but was pleasantly surprised to find out its meaning. A new Italian word paired with this month’s Super Food … [Read more...]
Spring has finally made its appearance in Edmonton; the snow is gone, the grass is getting green and the sun is shining, love it! Another sign that spring has arrived? Asparagus is in season! This veg has a super short growing season, begins in May and ends in June. Over 2000 years ago in the … [Read more...]
I’ve never been a fan of artificial sweeteners, thinking something with the word “artificial” in its name can’t be that good for people. Our bodies are made to eat real, whole foods. But wait! “In Canada, food additives such as aspartame are subjected to rigorous controls under the … [Read more...]
Over the weekend, I wondered if Mother Nature missed the Spring memo (who am I kidding, I’ve been thinking this for weeks!) So I decided to revive some leftovers into a dish that’s light, refreshing and colorful to put me in a Spring frame of mind. This recipe is a great way to get rid of … [Read more...]
Have you heard? A new “it” vegetable has been crowned - move over Kale, Cauliflower is in town! That’s right folks, after what seems to like an eternity (ok maybe I’m exaggerating a little) of Kale being in the spotlight, 2013 is finally ready for a new super food. As much as I love Kale, … [Read more...]
Oh how I love holiday leftovers (any kind of leftovers, actually.) This Easter I came home with a nice little care package filled with delicious ham and turkey. Thanks mom! While I’m usually quite content eating these meats alone, or in soups and sandwiches, I decided on something a little more … [Read more...]
Fungi…. sounds appetizing, doesn’t it? Truth be told, they are! Mushrooms add a unique earthy flavour to a variety of dishes, are good on their own, and best of all, are exceptionally good for you! (Are you are trained in the art of fungi identification? Didn’t think so! Please don’t eat … [Read more...]
Here we are the last month of 2012, where has the time gone? I’ve enjoyed writing about in-season foods this year, but this month is a little different - and decadent. I’m a huge sucker for chocolate so I’m sure you can appreciate my excitement to write this month’s cocoa … [Read more...]
October has got me in the mood to switch things up! Instead of our regularly scheduled 101 programming of fresh fruits and veggies, let’s change the channel to a much ‘drier’ but equally nutritious station - pulses. What’s a pulse, what’s a legume, what’s the difference? There is … [Read more...]
