We are headed to the woods next week. Every year in August, we go north for a few days of camping in complete wilderness – a tradition I greatly look forward to. The first time we went, we found our secret spot near a stream and we’ve been going back to the exact same location …
I like smoothies that are thick and creamy without being icy. I like topping them with superfoods like hemp or chia seeds, bee pollen, nuts and / or berries. And more often than not, homemade granola. The final result must inevitably be savoured with a spoon and it always feels like such a treat when …
Are you a sweet or salty type when it comes to breakfast? Without fail, I choose sweet. Sweet as in yogurt, fruit, granola. Toast with PB&J and sliced banana. Brunch, however, is another story. You’ll never catch me ordering pancakes or waffles in a restaurant. Brunch is for savoury dishes in my book (i.e., runny …
Last time we talked, life was very hectic to say the least. While I can’t say that everything is back to normal, some things are behind us and I’m grateful for that. Jason and I moved into a new apartment, nearly double the size of our previous place. In the dead of winter, no less. …
As I progress through my very first gardening season (and more recently started foraging), I am adapting to eating a lot more with the season exactly as it evolves. While that may sound very basic, it’s not something that most urbanites are used to (not having access to land and shopping in grocery stores where seasons …
Who’s crazy enough to turn the oven on these days? With humidex, it’s been 35C for the past couple of days and eating a hot meal feels as intuitive as eating ice cream to warm up from the blizzard. A new community centre opened up in our neighbourhood this month, so we’ve been cooling off …
I can vaguely recall having eaten raw rhubarb dipped in sugar as a child. Its crunchy texture and shocking tartness, and the relief that was simultaneously provided by the sugar granules. That, of course, did not happen at home. By the time I was 7 or 8 years old, my parents had banned sugar from …
I can almost hear her stupefaction. “Quinoa? And asparagus? In TABBOULEH?” (insert dramatic intonation). Oh yes, I dared. One of my nearest and dearest friends, Maroquine, is Lebanese. And more than anyone else I know, she knows good food. I hope she forgives me for adding a new twist to this classic Lebanese dish. I …
I’m a big fan of simple recipes. You know, the kind where you put everything in the food processor and you’re good to go under 10 minutes? Like this recipe for minty avocado & cucumber soup. The last time I made it, one of our friend stopped by our apartment for a surprise visit. Thanks …
Without going into too much details, there are some changes going on in my life. It’s positive change – not to worry – and I plan on sharing more about it with you in the coming weeks. As a result, I’ve been feeding us with quick and simple recipes due to my lack of time …