Prevent disease, promote health, and protect the planet by eating mindfully
Posted in Disease Fighting Foods, Nutritious & Delicious on Feb 25th, 2010
We all know that vitamin C is king when it comes to combatting winter colds. But there are only so many cups of juice, lemon teas, and oranges you can consume. So, we thought we’d be creative with our vitamin C intake this week. Salmon is loaded with omega-3, which is great for boosting immunity [...]
Posted in Nutritious & Delicious on Feb 14th, 2010
Looking to shake things up in the bedroom this Valentine’s Day? Why not deviate from the usual pancakes in bed, and spice it up by serving your “honey” a slice of rustic toast with ricotta, pumpkin butter, and maple syrup – be sure to pour liberally.
Posted in Disease Fighting Foods, Nutritious & Delicious on Feb 10th, 2010
This recipe is based on a dish that was made for me while staying on an organic farm in Pai, a village in Northwest Thailand, that only eats what it produces. It’s a deliciously quick, simple and clean curry that combines a variety of healthy and hearty fresh veggies. The chili component is sure to heat [...]
Posted in Nutritious & Delicious on Dec 7th, 2009
Salads are a great source of insoluble fiber. But don’t settle for lack-luster lettuce, dress up your salad with yogurt and almonds, they provide both probiotics and protein. The garden is the perfect place to garner your daily nutrients, and this tangy dish is sure to tantalize your taste-buds.
Posted in Nutritious & Delicious on Oct 14th, 2009
Miso is packed full of vitamins and minerals (be sure to read the previous post for the complete low-down), but you don’t have to eat miso soup at every meal in order to reap its nutritional benefits. There are masses of delicious and nutritious ways to incorporate miso into your mealtime mantra. This salad, coupled [...]
Posted in Kids' Corner, Nutritious & Delicious on Sep 11th, 2009
Getting kids to eat their veggies isn’t always a walk in the park. But rather than let food manufacturers laden on sugary additives to lure kids in – why not let nature do the dirty work?
Posted in Kids' Corner, Nutritious & Delicious on Sep 4th, 2009
We’ve been playing around with homemade soda recipes lately, and have come up with a few that are fun to drink, but free from all the rubbish you see in store bought varieties. Plus, kids love the idea of making their own fizzy drinks.
Posted in Nutritious & Delicious on Aug 14th, 2009
This brunch idea came about from watching my nephew Raffi munch on mashed banana and avocado for breakfast – I remember thinking it looked like a pretty tasty concoction. Many of us big kids like to smash things too, so I came up with an adult version with twice the taste and a couple of [...]
Posted in Eco-friendly Eating, Nutritious & Delicious on Aug 7th, 2009
Sometimes the best thing about seasonal fruit is the anticipation (like many other things in life). A number of my childhood memories are associated with the arrival of seasonal fruits, especially in the summer. In fact, writing this post makes me think of my macho uncle, sneaking down to the raspberry bushes in late August [...]
Posted in Nutritious & Delicious on Aug 5th, 2009
Unfortunately, the year round demand for seasonal produce means the fruit and veggie section of a typical supermarket is chocked full of chemicals and pesticides. Many of them are ripened with ethylene, making the fruits of today nostalgic for their juicy past. So, it’s up to the consumer (you guys) to fill your basket with [...]
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