Kid Friendly

It is so much fun making a new recipe or simply being inspired in the kitchen to try something new. Today’s Gluten-Free Pizza recipe is from my friend and colleague Abby Langer, a hilarious Toronto-based dietitian with an outstanding blog and writing style that certainly leaves people laughing and learning. This month, Abby featured my Garlic […]

Do you find yourself reluctant to try kale as a salad? Maybe out of fear that it will taste too bitter? Kale greens are certainly a perfect complement to sweet flavours like fruits and savory flavours like goat cheese. That’s why this Berry Kale Salad recipe is perfect and delicious! Additionally, I have a really […]

The Spanish word for appetizers or snacks is “tapas”. Meals that are “tapas-style” allow you to enjoy a variety of different tastes while sharing meals with friends. The small plates included in tapas are certainly ideal for backyard parties, bridal showers, or picnics. This Curry Egg Salad recipe is packed with flavour, crunch, and sweetness. […]

Spring is in the air and produce is certainly fresh and crisp! Soups are an incredibly healthy and versatile option to use those extra veggies in the fridge. This Egg Drop Soup with Fresh Spring Veggies is no exception! You can also make double batches for easy leftovers on a busy night. Likewise, if you want to transition from spring […]

Are you getting enough veggies? Making them irresistibly delicious is certainly the perfect way to get enthused about increasing your intake. These Zucchini Fries make for a perfect appetizer or as a side dish in addition to lunch or dinner. They might even be a great way to get your picky eaters to try zucchini. Do […]

I love cooking, but I certainly love recipes that only contain a few ingredients! After all, as Julia Child said, “You don’t have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces – just good food from fresh ingredients.” This succulent Garlic Dijon Salmon recipe has just five ingredients and is sure to tantalize your taste buds! Health […]

Simplicity is the best! Especially when you can cook simple and delicious foods! During Sunday meal prep, I cut up a large head of cauliflower and stored it in the fridge for future use. Later that week, when the oven was on, I decided to roast the cauliflower. Roasting veggies brings out sweetness through the […]

I am so thankful I grew up with a mom who was a baker, an excellent baker at that! However, you do not have to be a baker to whip up a batch of muffins. I recommend clients freeze muffins so they can easily assemble a meal or snack. You will certainly discover that “batch […]

“Food is symbolic of love when words are inadequate” states Dr. Alan D Wolfelt. Valentine’s day is a perfect time to demonstrate your love through the art of cooking! The most recent version of Canada’s Food Guide actually recommends cooking with others to help foster a healthy relationship with eating. This Beet Risotto with Peas […]

In a recent blog, I wrote about the International Year of Pulses according to the United Nations. Today’s recipe celebrates pulses with these savoury Rosemary Roasted Chickpeas. Interestingly, pulses are members of the legume family and composed of dry peas, lentils, beans and chickpeas.  These nutritional powerhouses are both versatile and nutritious! Likewise, this recipe for Crunchy Rosemary […]

Oven meals are the perfect way to keep the house nice and warm in the middle of winter. The best part? Your oven does all the work while you can simply wait for warm goodness to come out. In today’s recipe, we’re starring roasted red-skinned potatoes. Potatoes are a nutritious addition to your diet and […]

It’s certainly hard to believe that we are only one week away from Christmas! Have you decided what festive salad you are bringing to the holiday party? This Pomegranate Feta Salad could be the perfect choice. Today’s recipe features both oranges and pomegranates, both being great sources of vitamin C and antioxidants, to elevate nutritional […]