Kid Friendly

I am a huge fan of making salads the star of a meal! After all, who wants to eat a boring salad? I have two tips to make salads fun and certainly stress-free. Firstly, Prepare your salad greens in advance (cut, clean, dry and place in airtight containers). Secondly, combine delicious ingredients! I absolutely love this Orange & Blueberry […]

What is your first cooking memory? Mine is certainly watching my mother make tuna salad. It was a lazy Saturday afternoon and she encouraged me to open the can and showed me how to drain the juices and prop the lid open with a knife. After that, she warmly explained the importance of adding spices for flavouring and vegetables […]

It’s almost back to school time and I know Kid-Friendly Lunch Ideas are certainly top of mind. Therefore, what can you make for you and your child that’s quick, delicious and nutritious? Look no further than this simple Kid-Friendly Bean Salad with feta cheese! This Kid-Friendly Lunch is easy to make, healthy and above all, is perfect for […]

This Mom’s Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe is certainly one of my favourite grab-and-go options! These are perfect to make in bulk and then pop into the freezer to grab for a snack or to use as part of a meal. Batch baking is an awesome way to utilize a hot oven to prepare extras. As a general healthy […]

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 […]