Jul 08 2019
Step aside, mayo and macaroni. Sun-dried tomatoes and seasonal Swiss chard scream summer in this elevated pasta salad featuring delicate girasoli, a filled pasta named after its sunflower shape. Beyond basil, this pesto is a great way to enjoy chard – sharp Parmesan, rich pine nuts and a dash of tangy lemon help to mellow …
Jul 07 2019
Sundays at my house are made for cooking and relaxing. Typically, Coraline and I will spend the day in the kitchen making a meal that will provide lots of leftovers to get through the first couple days of the week. As she is only three years old, at this time her favorite thing to do …
Jun 29 2019
Top tips for hosting a standout brunch Any special occasion — whether it’s Mother’s Day, a birthday, a wedding shower or a baby shower — presents a great excuse to host a delicious, memorable brunch for family or friends. You can create not just a delicious meal accompanied by tasty drinks, but a special event …
Jun 25 2019
Customize your cookies with this versatile plant-based recipe Plant-based eating has been one of the big trends of 2019 and has even taken centre stage as part of the new Canada’s Food Guide. Yet despite widespread awareness of the new food guide, according to recent survey commissioned by Becel, only one in two Canadians (52%) …
Jun 24 2019
Put plants on your plate with these spiced cauliflower “wings” Earlier this year, the new Canada’s Food Guide was released after much anticipation, removing the four food groups and, in place, providing tips and guidance on healthy eating habits. These habits include cooking at home, enjoying more fruits and vegetables, and opting for plant-based options …
Feb 19 2019
Usher in spring with this delicious brunch dish Asparagus is a culinary superstar of spring. Here’s an easy and delicious way to enjoy it — as a breakfast, lunch or light supper — from the staff at Harrowsmith magazine. Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata Prep time: 15-20 minutesCook time: 25 minutesServes: 6 Ingredients: Directions: Find more easy …
Feb 10 2019
This is one of my favorite salads, as a matter of fact, when I go to a new German restaurant, I always have to try their cucumber salad – that and their hot potato salad. The dressing combines smooth sour cream with tangy lemon juice and vinegar, and fresh dill. I like onions in mine, …
Jul 23 2018
Since we’re heading into August soon, our garden has been blooming with veggie delights. Yesterday, my husband and Coraline went out back to our raised bed and picked some delicious green tomatoes as well as some serrano peppers. The beautiful green bounty, coupled with the fact I had a bowl of tomatillos in the kitchen, …
Jul 02 2018
Yesterday the family and I headed to Sauvie Island (in Portland, OR) to visit The Pumpkin Patch farm and do some berry picking. Since moving to Oregon this is something we’ve enjoyed every year as a family. Luckily the temperature high this day was only 70 degrees too – perfect for picking! The day we …
Jun 23 2018
My husband and I currently live just outside Portland, OR so we’re fortunate enough to be able to make quick drive to Seattle whenever we feel like it. We’ve taken a few weekend trips, my favorite being the one we recently took for my 40th birthday. We were lucky enough to be sans-child (thanks grandparents!) …
