This Honey Walnut Banana Bread is the one for YOU! Soft crumb with a lovely moist texture puts bakery banana bread to shame. The best part of this Banana Bread is the Honey Walnut topping! The crunchy and sweet texture of the topping compliments the…
Autumn is the ideal season for baking Maple Pecan Banana Bread, featuring cozy fall spices. Made with simple ingredients like ripe bananas and pecans, the baking process takes about an hour and includes resting and storage tips. This bread can be frozen for later enjoyment, enhancing its flavors over time.
Why buy a whole jar of pumpkin spice mix when you can easily make your own at home. Enter my easy homemade pumpkin spice mix, made with ingredients you most likely have at home. Every time I buy a jar of pumpkin spice mix at…
Summer is slowly coming to a close leaving us with an abundance of in-season tomatoes and eggplant. One of my favourite soups to make this season is this 30-minute delicious roasted tomato and eggplant soup. To be honest, I wasn't sure about the eggplant. I…
There are so many good things about the summer and fresh in-season tomatoes are one of them! My Roasted Tomato Bruschetta with Ricotta on Sourdough is one of my favourite appetisers to make during the summer season. Roasting tomatoes is a great way to bring…
Peach season is arguably the best season! This is the perfect time of the year to make my peach and thyme mocktail with spicy ginger beer. I love a good peach mocktail, and this one is amazing. The sweetness of the peaches, the earthiness of…
Stonefruit season is starting to make an appearance on the fruit stands, which means it's time to make my Nectarine Bruschetta with brie, lemon thyme, and honey! This is one of my favorite summer appetizers, the perfect combination of sweet and salty - it's a…
Spring has entered the chat! The best way to celebrate is with this Peachy Spring Mocktail I've named, Spring Equinox! With hints of Meyer lemon, thyme, and honey. I used to make this very Living Vinger from Acid League but unfortunately, they no longer make…
Sometimes we need a delicious Bagel to brighten up the mood, especially if it's a Montreal-style bagel. I do love how melt-in-your-mouth Montreal bagels are, especially when they are actually from a Montreal Bakery! Figs + Brie = Absolute Deliciousness Figs, with their natural sweetness and rich,…
This lemon semolina olive oil cake with honey glaze is the star of my household when citrus season comes around. This cake is not fussy at all, it has simple ingredients and bakes at a reasonable time. It's a great cake to bake on a…
In a world where self-care and wellness have become paramount, finding ways to incorporate healthy choices into our daily routines is essential. Enjoy a refreshing mocktail crafted from the best hand-blended herbs from Living Apothecary Tea. The GLOW mocktail is the perfect wellness mocktail that…
We are taking the espresso tonic to the next level! Using this Yuzu-flavoured tonic water with hints of basil brings an extra dimension to the Espresso Tonic. The Espresso Tonic isn't just a summer drink, but the perfect brunch companion. I love how refreshing espresso…
Cozy meals are the best part of the winter months, especially when you make this easy one-pot Shepherds Pie recipe! Okay, maybe there is a second pot involved for the mashed potatoes but still kind of a single-pot situation. My Mom used to make us…
Soup season has finally arrived and one of my favourite soups is this beautiful Rustic Mushroom and Thyme soup. If you are a mushroom lover, this soup is a must! Thyme is such an excellent herb to cook with, I definitely recommend growing it in…
Hot summer days are calling for ice-cold Honey Lemon Matcha! I love a good matcha latte, but this drink in the summer is so refreshing. The fresh squeeze of the lemon pairs so well with the taste of the matcha. Making Lemon Honey Matcha You…
When life gives you fresh rhubarb, well you make Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp! No time to make a pie? Then this is the dessert for you! Just looking at these photos my mouth is watering! Best eaten warm with a healthy scoop of vanilla ice cream,…
Tell me...what's your favourite kind of pie? If you didn't say Strawberry Rhubarb Pie, it's about to be! Homemade pie crust from scratch with a deliciously balanced strawberry-rhubarb filling that will leave you wanting MORE! I used fresh garden rhubarb and local strawberries, it makes…
Oh did I mention Orange Blossom Water?! Yes, these dates are soaked in orange blossom water and stuffed with walnuts and tahini then dipped in chocolate! We can't forget the best part - that sprinkle of flaked Sea Salt! There are stuffed dates all around…
Pickled Onions are hands down one of the best spring/summer condiments to have on hand. You can put them on sandwiches, tacos, or chop them in salads! I make a couple of jars at the start of spring so I have plenty on hand for…
Tell me, who doesn't LOVE fresh bread?! What a dream it would be to wake up in the morning to the smell of freshly made bread! That's just goals! Our busy lives can prevent the dream, but we all can still slow down for a…
These are my famous Gluten-free Peanut Butter cookies and I am so happy to share them with you! They are so easy to make with minimal ingredients and super addictive! Using Yellow Golden Sugar makes these cookies so soft and chewy, such a dream. I…
Creamy Butternut Squash Linguine with Oyster Mushrooms is the dish of the season! So comforting on a gloomy day and perfect to share with others. I personally love this pasta dish so much, it's one of my favorites and it is so easy to make!…
Who doesn't love a cup of golden sunshine! Anytime I crave a Golden Latte I can easily pull out this mix from the pantry and make whenever a craving hits. I used to dread pulling out all the ingredients to make one latte, so combining…
My recent favourite drink these days has been this Ginger Kombucha with Orange Juice, tonic water, and a hint of cranberry. Whether you are participating in Dry January, newly sober, or you just don't drink alcohol in general this is drink is for you! I…
I will keep this post short and sweet. The New Year is upon us and we are READY to welcome the New Year! Whether you are having a get-together or having just a small dinner with loved ones these Brie Bites are the perfect appetizer…
Truthfully, in Morocco it's not called Shakshuka, it's just called Eggs in Tomato. My Grandma used to make this for us all the time with little meatballs when we came to visit her in Morocco. This is a dish you would find throughout North Africa…
Comfy Cozy Season is here! I know not everyone loves the cold and darker days, but I'm here for the mindset change. Let's find some positives: Speaking of getting cozy, why not get cozy with my Cardamom Hot Chocolate Recipe? Come on! You must admit,…
A crisp fall night, with the smell of Mulled Grape Cider simmering away on the stovetop - doesn't that sound wonderful! Slow-cooked with cinnamon, cloves, and anise, releasing a wonderful aroma throughout the house. Grape Cider is such an easy drink to make during the…
It's that time of year when summer is starting to fade and the garden is bursting with basil ready for picking! The best way I've found to preserve all that basil for the winter months is to make pesto and store it in the freezer.…
...Buttermilk not required! What? You might be saying, hear me out - how many of us have buttermilk on hand on a regular basis? Not many! Keeping it simple is what I strive to do, so in this case, we only need milk and vinegar…
This simple 3-ingredient Strawberry Compote is an easy way to elevate your morning breakfast! This compote comes together in less than 10 minutes and tastes great in an Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte. I don't know about you, but I like to go ALL out when…
Ahh Canadian Spring - bitter, cold, and wet! Yeah, does not sound pleasant. These days you still need the warm soups and drinks, maybe even some warm desserts? We've all heard of baked apples but what about the PEAR?! We need to give her some…
I never thought much about Orzo as a dish to be quite honest. I've used to several times in soups, which I love, but as a stand alone dish - not really. I was craving a creamy pasta but I didn't have the ingredients to…
Got some overly ripe bananas? Well, that's perfect to make my easy vegan banana muffins! Trust me, you are going to be baking these every weekend! They just fill the kitchen with the most amazing smell! I'm sure even the neighbours can smell this deliciousness…
Lemon + Ricotta + Fig + Smoked Honey… Let me tell you how delicious this combination is – IT’S DELICIOUS! They are moist, lemony, and did I say delicious? The Ricotta Frosting with the Smoked Honey is just Chef’s Kiss! Have I not told you…
These Quick and Easy Banana Muffins are the best! The best part? No eggs? No Problem! I make a point to go into the reduced section at grocery stores to get the ripe bananas. They are always a great price and you are doing your…
Who doesn't love an easy Thai Inspired Coconut Red Curry! This is probably my most made dish. It's easy, quick, and packed full of flavours. Meal Preppers rejoice because this one is for you! I always feel satisfied when I have this prepped for my…
