I have always loved a good mystery. As a child I devoured mystery novels and even fancied myself quite the crack detective for a while when I joined forces with a couple of girlfriends and solved The Case of The Missing Pens in my grade 4 classroom (sadly it doesn't make headlines when the culprit returns the … Continue reading Why I Joined The Food Babe Army (and you should too!)
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Chaga Mushroom Tea Latte
I'm going to be completely honest and admit that there are many mornings you will find me at my favourite coffee joint in the drive-thru line up patiently waiting for my soy latte. I have a well rehearsed repertoire of excuses in my head to justify my "need" for a fancy take-out drink: - I was up … Continue reading Chaga Mushroom Tea Latte
Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes with My Daughter
My daughter came home from school the other day with tears in her eyes. The sting of not being included in a much anticipated play-date with a good friend was almost more than she could bear and she flopped on the sofa and covered her head with her hands. I'll admit that I was tempted … Continue reading Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes with My Daughter
10 Awesome Ideas for Healthy Holiday Giving
I love the holidays! I love the baking, the music, the traditions, the socializing and I love dreaming up special presents for my loved ones. As a little holiday inspiration, I've compiled a list of some of my favourite things to help make your holiday giving a little bit healthier: 1. All-Natural Homemade Gifts - I took … Continue reading 10 Awesome Ideas for Healthy Holiday Giving
Make Your Own Sub Night
Nothing is more popular in my house than "make your own" nights. Make your own stirfry, salad bar, burritos and pizzas are staples on my menu because there is a much greater chance that the kids will actually eat something they've prepared themselves. I provide the basic supplies, lay them out on the kitchen counter … Continue reading Make Your Own Sub Night
