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...]
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...]
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...]
We are excited to share a guest post with you today! Bianca Osbourne is a natural foods chef who has a love for whole, natural foods and holistic wellness. We love her food philosophy: KEEP IT SIMPLE. Mother Nature gives us everything we need to live a life full of vitality! Today she's talking … [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...]
Summer’s end is quickly approaching, which means the beginning of another beautiful season- Fall! From BBQ’s to baking – zucchini is perfect for this transitioning month. The zucchini, also known as the summer squash, belongs to the Cucurbita pepo family, and was thought to have start … [Read more...]
Beautiful heart shaped, red, and absolutely delicious, strawberries are a perfect addition to picnic and patio meals. The aforementioned traits had Ancient Romans declare the fruit as symbol for the goddess of love, beauty and fertility! Believe it or not, the strawberry plant is actually a … [Read more...]
