a homage to adventure & plant-forward eating
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 …
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. Continue reading Lemon and Herb Spatchcock Chicken
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 …
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 right now, but they also have a beautiful rosy hue. Continue reading Valentine’s Day Rose & Blood Orange Margarita
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 …
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 …
Coming in hot just in time for the holiday season, these White Chocolate and Pistachio Cookies with Cranberries are the perfect red, white, and green festive treat. These cookies are so delicious, I think they’ve earned a permanent spot in my holiday cookie rotation. Continue reading White Chocolate and Pistachios Cookies with Cranberries
One of my favourite ways to use up leftover chicken is to make this Curried Chicken Salad. Full of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and curry spices, this protein-packed salad is sure to become a lunchtime staple for you too.