Coconut Oil: Friend or Foe?
Many cultures have been using coconut oil for centuries, including the Tokelauans in the South Pacific whose diet is largely coconut-based. Despite their ample diet of…
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Best Baguette on Toronto’s East Side (Leslieville)
“If thou tastest a crust of bread, thou tastest all the stars and all the heavens.” – Robert Browning Well said, Mr. Browning! We…
Muffins the Gwyneth Paltrow Way
I’m always on the lookout for muffins that are healthy and kid-friendly. This mama dedicates a scant 20 minutes a muffin-making in between loads of laundry,…
Move Over Coffee, Gojiccino is Here!
What are Goji Berries? Goji berries, also known as wolfberries, have become popular as a “superfruit” in North America since the early 2000s. These…
Orechiette with Italian Sausage and Rapini
I also like how using the same water to cook rapini and pasta is both time-saving and eco-friendly! 🙂 If orechiette is not available, any short pasta…
Whole Foods Revolution
Wholesome Beginnings As I researched the beginnings of Whole Foods Market, what really struck me is how a single institution has been able to…
Miso-Glazed Salmon with Brown Rice Pasta
After a busy workday, I have exactly 30 minutes to whip up a quick meal that is tasty and kid-approved. Thank goodness for books like Meals in…
Brooklyn: Ramen Burgers & More
Hipsters like to hang out at fashionable coffee shops, indie rock shows, and hipster dance clubs. Do food shopping at stores like Whole Foods and…
Lovely Lettuce
“Lettuce is like conversation; it must be fresh and crisp, so sparkling that you scarcely notice the bitter in it” Given lettucemeat.com features lettuce in…
Veggie Meatballs
Here, I use the term “meatball” loosely! These veggie balls are, in fact, made with several ingredients you’ll likely have on hand from your…