AllSpice
Happy Thankful Thursday! Let’s clear up a little kitchen mystery, Allspice doesn’t actually mean all the spices mixed together (though the name makes it sound that way!). In fact, allspice is a single berry, dried and ground, that comes from the Pimenta dioica tree,...
Delicata Squash
Happy Wellness Wednesday, When Autumn whispers, I listen and one golden whisper coming through this season is delicata squash. With its sweet, nutty flesh and edible skin, this squash isn’t just beautiful, it's a whole-food gem that brings vitamins, fiber and comfort...
Zuchinni Boats
Happy Seasonal Sunday, When zucchini is at its peak, it’s the perfect time to turn it into something special, zucchini boats. Hollowed out and roasted until tender, they become the perfect vessel for a hearty, plant-based meal. For a rich and satisfying filling, start...
Thai Basil
Happy Savory Saturday, Unlike Italian basil some flavors don’t just season a dish, they transform it. Thai basil is one of those magical herbs, with its vibrant aroma and subtle notes of licorice and spice. You can spot it easily by its reddish-burgundy stem, a...
Stuffed Mushrooms
Happy Friday, Some of the best bites come in small packages, warm, savory and bursting with flavor. Stuffed mushrooms are one of those little treasures and they’re as simple as they are satisfying. Here’s how to make them, plant-based and completely oil-free: Start...
Hazelnuts, PLUS a Plant-based Classic Recipe
Happy Thankful Thursday! Sometimes gratitude shows up in the form of comfort, rich, nutty and oh-so-satisfying. Hazelnuts may be small, but they carry a flavor so distinctive that it turns chocolate into magic. Beyond their irresistible taste, hazelnuts are packed...
Yellow Creamer Potatoes
Happy Wellness Wednesday, Sometimes wellness comes disguised in the most comforting foods. Meet the yellow creamer potato, small, golden and naturally creamy inside. Unlike heavy comfort foods, these little gems bring nourishment, balance and satisfaction in every...
Caraway Seeds – Earthy Warmth
Happy Tasty Tuesday, Some flavors are bold, fiery and loud. Others whisper, warm, earthy and unforgettable. Caraway seeds belong to that second kind, tiny crescent-shaped seeds that carry a world of flavor inside them. Traditionally loved in rye breads and European...
The Calorie Myth That’s Holding You Back
Good Morning, We’ve long been told weight management is just “calories in vs. calories out.” But if you’re in menopause, you’ve likely noticed, it’s not that simple anymore. As estrogen drops, metabolism slows, muscle mass declines and your body reacts differently to...
Granny Smith Apples with Balsamic Dressing
Happy Seasonal Sunday, When crisp meets tangy, magic happens and that’s exactly what you get with the bright crunch of Granny Smith apples paired with the deep, rich notes of my balsamic dressing. This combo is refreshing yet bold, making it a standout for salads,...
