I vowed that in 2020, I would plan and prepare better. A big part of this is getting ready for the week ahead of time to avoid hectic mornings! These Apple Ginger Muffins are moist are perfect for a morning run-out-the-door breakfast or an afternoon snack. Being a mom of two, I constantly pack school… Continue reading APPLE GINGER MUFFINS
First post of 2020 is a Very Berry Beet Smoothie. This time of year a lot of us are looking for new ideas on how to fill your body with good food to keep up with New Year’s resolutions. I’m not a big fan of smoothie cleanses or detoxes. Very Berry Beet Smoothie is a… Continue reading VERY BERRY BEET SMOOTHIE
Creamy Chocolate Coconut Chia Seed Pudding combines chia seeds, coconut milk, maple syrup and cocoa. The combo is perfect for a make-ahead delicious breakfast. Let’s talk morning rituals, shall we? I’m not a morning person, never have been, yet over time I developed a set of morning rituals that make the start of my day… Continue reading CREAMY CHOCOLATE COCONUT CHIA SEED PUDDING
One of the brightest and yummiest Russian holidays is the Pancake Week (aka Maslenitsa). We celebrate the end of winter and beginning of spring with a 7 day festival. Maslenitsa is all about crepes, which symbolize the sun. Tradition has it that by eating crepes, people consume Sun’s energy and warmth. These vegan sparkling water… Continue reading SPARKLING WATER CREPES
This creamy vegan tofu spread, made by blending tofu with garlic, tomatoes, bell peppers and spices, is perfect on bagels or toast, as a spread in sandwiches or as a vegetable dip. Extra firm tofu gives this spread a thicket texture. Use silken tofu for a runnier consistency. Print Recipe TOFU SPREAD Course Breakfast, Snack… Continue reading CREAMY TOFU SPREAD
When leaves change colour and the air becomes crisper, one of may favorite breakfasts is a bowl of cozy oatmeal topped with fruits and nuts. This was my plan for today’s breakfast. What wasn’t in my plans is to wake up to the news that Danny accidentally knocked down glass oatmeal jar that I left… Continue reading BLUEBERRY OATMEAL BREAKFAST BAKE
These savory garlicky kale pancakes are one of the simplest healthy dinners you can prepare for your family this summer. Full of flavor and nutrients, they taste amazing and take only minutes to make. Last Sunday me and my sister officially opened our 2017 hiking season with a first Grouse Grind of the year. The trail is closed for… Continue reading SAVORY KALE PANCAKES
When it comes to breakfast, cereal and egg are two most popular choices. Each option offers variety of possibilities, but have you ever thought of combining the two? Just imagine this nutrient mix of minerals, vitamins, fiber and protein. Making time to prepare breakfast is a serious matter. I mean, how many times do you snooze your alarm… Continue reading SCRAMBLED EGG WITH TOASTED OATS BREAKFAST
Today I’m sharing an quick recipe for the cottage cheese breakfast balls are lightly sweet and filled with almond and coconut goodness in every bite. They are just right with your morning cup of tea or morning coffee. Growing up, one of my favorite recipes was my Mom’s fluffy cheese pancakes. She makes them from homemade farmers… Continue reading COTTAGE CHEESE BREAKFAST BALLS
