I have an amazing friend named Gemma. She is originally from the Philipines but entered my life about 6 years ago when she became the nanny for a close friend of mine. I remember when my girlfriend sent around an email announcing Gemma's arrival - she said that she had a wonderful woman who would be joining … Continue reading My Friend Gemma & Her Mouthwatering Noodle Dish
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Tofu Sloppy Joes
As a child of the 70's and 80's with 2 working parents, I ate my fair share of packaged foods. Yes we had many home-cooked meals, but we also regularly indulged in Hamburger Helper, TV Dinners, Frozen Pizza, Kraft Dinner and Chef Boyardee products (I'm somewhat embarrassed to admit that I loved all of these things … Continue reading Tofu Sloppy Joes
Veggie Pho Soup
Before I had children and while I was still figuring out my career direction, I spent a few years as a public relations consultant at an agency in downtown Toronto. Although I realized pretty quickly that this particular career path wasn't the one for me - I did learn a lot during those years and … Continue reading Veggie Pho Soup
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
Spicy Chia Chili
Ch-ch-ch-Chia! Honestly, I think that jingle has got to go down in history as one of the most successful marketing campaigns of all times. I can't even open a bag of chia seeds without humming the tune in my head. Little did I know back in the 80's while I was coveting my own sprouting … Continue reading Spicy Chia Chili
Lori Leigh Wilson 