a homage to adventure & plant-forward eating
Eggs and potatoes are a classic combo that I love, which got me thinking, what if I made a quiche with a potato crust? After some brainstorming and a few rounds of recipe testing, I’m excited to share this Potato Crust Quiche recipe loaded with …
Nothing says “spring” to me like crisp peas, peppery radishes, and fresh herbs. Combining all these ingredients together, I created this Spring Lentil Salad with Arugula, Peas, and Radishes to celebrate the best of spring. Topped with a tangy lemon and caper vinaigrette, this salad …
A few months back, my roommates and I had an impromptu dinner party and didn’t have time to shop in advance. I was tasked with making a vegetable side dish to serve, so I grabbed an assortment of miscellaneous ingredients and got to work. Those ingredients were lemon, carrots, a bunch of herbs, a handful of toasted hazelnuts, and a few scoops of Greek yogurt – and just like that, the first rendition of my Roasted Carrots with Lemon Yogurt and Hazelnuts recipe was born! Continue reading Roasted Carrots with Lemon Yogurt & Hazelnuts
If I were asked to rank my top three desserts, pavlova would be number one, followed by tiramisu and crème brûlée. Pavlova is the perfect dessert for the spring and summer because it is light while still being decadent. There is simply nothing better than …
Living on my own, I don’t often roast a whole chicken, but when I do, this Lemon and Herb Spatchcock Chicken is my go-to recipe.
Homemade granola is a staple item in my pantry. I love to have granola on hand for quick snacks and easy breakfasts. Plus, I love how much culinary freedom making my own granola gives me—I can add whatever ingredients I want! Recently I decided to branch out from my usual tahini granola, and so the recipe for this chocolate granola with hazelnuts was born. Continue reading Chocolate Granola with Hazelnuts
One thing I’m known for in my family is my ability to make a bomb salad out of any random assortment of ingredients—a clean-out-the-fridge salad, if you will. When my stepsister and my stepbrother’s girlfriend come over for dinner, they are always most excited about …
‘Twas the night before Valentine’s Day (Valentine’s Eve?) and you needed the perfect cocktail to serve at your Valentine’s (or Galentine’s) Day dinner. Lucky for you, this Valentine’s Day Rose & Blood Orange Margarita fits the bill! Not only are blood oranges in peak season …
This past September, my boyfriend Will and I spent 10 days in Europe. We visited Amsterdam, Belgium, and London, spending three to four days in each place. Most of our time in Belgium was spent in it’s capital city, Brussels, save for one day when we visited the charming city of Bruges. This post will cover how to spend a day in Bruges, including where to get the best hot chocolate and waffles! Continue reading How to Spend a Day in Bruges, Belgium
Radicchio has been having a major moment in my household lately. I love a bitter leafy veg (hello, arugula!) and radicchio fits the bill. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, radicchio’s beautiful deep red colour is perfect for this time of year. This winter …