Quick & Easy

Are you looking for cheap, healthy meals? Me too. In fact, it can easily be done with foods like Blueberry Chia Seed Pudding. If you would like to know more, my newest blog features cheap, healthy meals for only $1 or $2 a serving. In that article, I highlighted my top five favourite budget-friendly foods. […]

Are you a fish fan? I definitely am. However, cooking fish can definitely intimidate. That’s why I came up with my Easiest Dijon Dill Haddock. It’s a tasty protein that’s ready in under 15 minutes (start to finish) and tastes as good as it sounds. When I choose fish I generally opt for frozen, individually […]

How are you keeping? This COVID-19 social distancing is not easy but connecting with others remotely is comforting and still powerful. Nevertheless, I am excited to share my newest Walnut Lime Pesto recipe. I was inspired to make this homemade pesto because of my very robust-growing basil plant. Additionally, I was craving pesto to mix […]

Happy Nutrition Month everyone! To celebrate, we have a giveaway and a recipe for Red Thai Curry Chicken & Shrimp Skewers with Peanut Sauce. In honour of Nutrition Month, I’ve partnered with two fellow dietitians and a chef for a giveaway. We are all lovers of food, cooking and thought what better way to celebrate […]

Don’t let our winter weather hold you back from enjoying fresh salads! For instance, this Almond, Arugula & Orange salad, which is simply delightful. After all, including colourful fruits and veggies in our diets helps combat the winter blues, as mentioned in 3 Ways to Boost Mood with Food. Folate and tryptophan in leafy greens […]

Smoothie bowls are fun and super trendy right now! This is because they’re colourful, flavourful, easy-to-make and completely customizable (see toppings below). Additionally, I love recipes like this Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl for getting kids into the kitchen. Specifically, little ones can measure ingredients, select their favourite fruits, and decorate their smoothie bowls. Above all, […]

Make-ahead breakfasts are where it’s at! Do you agree? For example, these mini egg muffins hit the mark for a breakfast that can be prepared on a weekend and kept in fridge for 4 days or frozen for up to three months. They’re also an excellent way to boost protein intake, which many don’t get […]

Make-ahead breakfasts are a lifesaver for busy mornings. These Pomegranate Cinnamon Overnight Oats are easy to batch-prepare and then enjoy when you’re rushed for time. Interestingly, I’ve been meaning to post an overnight oats recipe for some time but delayed because I also love my traditional warm oatmeal breakfast. However, little did I know that […]

Who does not love 3-ingredient meal options? For instance, these Smoked Salmon Antojitos hit that mark. Antojitos are Mexican street food that literally meaning “little cravings.” They’re quick to prepare and can be stored in the fridge for an on-the-go breakfast or work lunch. I made these this past weekend for a plane meal and […]

Who doesn’t love French Toast on a weekend? If you are a Dietetic Directions Instagram follower, you know that I love spending extra time on weekends enjoying a leisurely breakfast. As a result, this got me reflecting on my French Toast memories. Have you realized that food memories tend to really stick with us? When […]

We’re in the middle of fall and coming up to Thanksgiving weekend. It’s time to feast! However, this doesn’t inevitably mean feeling over-stuffed and gluttonous. In fact, we can balance things out by including more well-prepared (not boring) veggies. This helps to promote fullness. For instance, Orange Parsley & Sunflower Salad does just that! It […]

Got lunchbox blues? I find it can be tough to come up with lunch ideas; especially ones that don’t take an exorbitant amount of time. This chickpea & feta pasta salad with pesto is a perfect example because it’s quick and easy. With busy schedules, many of our clients wonder what they can prep ahead […]