I often start an evening with a handcrafted cocktail but if I’m running short on time or my guests aren’t into spirits, I want to ensure my wine pairing is the perfect match for whatever I’m serving. Over the Thanksgiving long weekend, I whipped up this Baked Brie with Caramelized Pears for a little pre-feast…
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Game Day Nachos
It’s the Super Bowl this Sunday, it’s hard to believe that last year’s Super Bowl was one of the last group gatherings we’d attend for more than a year. It goes without saying that watching Super Bowl LV is going to be a more intimate affair, but just because we’re foregoing the party, doesn’t mean…
Thai Shrimp Curry on Cauliflower Rice
I know full well how easy it is to give ourselves over to a diet of cheesy carbs as we hibernate for winter (more so this year than most) but I’m trying to keep it fresh with meals that are both comforting and healthful. This Thai Shrimp Curry on Cauliflower Rice is just the ticket…
Crostini Three Ways
In need of a last minute New Year’s Eve appetizer for your glamorous party of one? Well, look no further. I’ve put together this assortment of plug and play crostini that let you work with what you have on hand – with the help of a fresh baguette of course. I prepared these appetizers live…
One-Pot Israeli Couscous with Shrimp and Tomatoes
This is one of the easiest and quickest meals I’ve ever shared. All you need is a single frying pan and 30 minutes. Full of great Mediterranean flavours and clean-up is a cinch because, again, JUST ONE pot. If you’ve been following closely, you know I HATE doing dishes – so coming up with this…
Blueberry Broccoli Salad with Ranch Dressing
I realized it’s been a hot second since I posted a salad recipe and with the warmer weather comes an inclination towards lighter, leafy meals. This blueberry broccoli salad with homemade ranch dressing is just the ticket. To be completely honest, I often don’t like ranch. Cool Ranch Doritos are my least favourite flavour and…
PB&J Oatmeal
I’m not usually much of a weekday breakfast person. You might catch me grabbing a lemon blueberry croissant from my favourite bakery or picking up a dirty Chai tea latte on the way to work if I’m looking for a treat, but making something at home before heading out the door? Highly unlikely. Now that…
Whole30 Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Yes, yes, Whole30 is now over and “treat yo’ self” was my mantra yesterday as I reintegrated some of the forbidden food groups back into my diet. As you may have guessed though, this blog is not the work of a moment, so I shot today’s recipe over the weekend while I was still in…
Banana Mango Smoothie Bowl
While smoothies are not strictly encouraged on Whole30, they’re also not forbidden, assuming they don’t have any non-compliant ingredients. Sometimes, you just need a breakfast option that isn’t eggs. As such, allow me to introduce you to this tasty little Banana Mango Smoothie Bowl. Transport yourself to more tropical climes with this taste of sunshine….
Strawberry Steak Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Yes, the Whole30 diet continues and so do the recipes to fit the bill. But, I’ve known enough people to do Crossfit to know that if you talk about your latest health/fitness regimen too much, people will want to stop talking to you. So for a change of pace I thought I would give you…
