Curry is my go-to winter comfort food. It not only warms you up but is full of good-for-you spices that boost circulation and act as powerful antioxidants. The smell of a homemade curry simmering on the stove will make you swoon.

Also known as “Golden Milk”, this little cup goodness is so delicious, it’s hard to believe it’s equally good for you. Chock full of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric tea is good for digestion, immune function, and helps you get a good night’s sleep.

The quickest, most delicious breakfast going, Chia pudding is perfect for warm summer mornings. With health benefits that are through the roof (more calcium than milk, more antioxidants than blueberries and more Omega 3 than salmon), it's a meal that will keep you trucking.

Sometimes, in life, you just need a little chocolate. This version is packed with antioxidants, fibre, and good stuff so you can enjoy them while feeling good about yourself. Yes, these brownies are actually good for you! Enjoy them at tea time with your favourite herbal tea.

What's old is new again with this hearty winter classic. Chances are your grandparents made this often. Bone broth is an all-natural and ageless way to fortify yourself in winter, and it's making a comeback.

Enter the next big food revolution: Savoury dishes are making their way, ever so slowly, onto our plate for our first meal of the day. I've been called a quack for preferring dinner leftovers at breakfast for years now, but it seems I'm not alone. In many parts of the world, fish and hot peppers are more likely breakfast partners than french toast and maple syrup. A nice melding of these two approaches is emerging with Savoury Oatmeal.

July is Margarita season, folks, and this one is TO DIE FOR. It takes a little extra effort, but you’ll be famous on the cocktail circuit after serving it up. Full props to my brother-in-law for the inspiration!

I had a version of this at a local bistro recently and it was one of the most memorable salads I’ve ever eaten. It represents everything that's fresh and delicious in farmer’s markets in the spring. Variations in produce occur depending on your region, but the whole idea is to throw in everything but the kitchen sink - as long as it’s growing where you are, the flavours will complement one another. Get ready to swoon…..

On a recent holiday, a local Italian restaurant featured a version of this melt-in-your mouth pasta as its specialty. This was no small boast; people really did come from far and wide for the charm, the decor, the great drinks, and of course, the mushroom pasta.

This menu item was so insanely delicious, that out of a grand total of five nights, I had this meal three times - if you can’t splurge on holiday, when can you splurge?? Here’s my version. Feel free to lighten it up if you wish by reducing the olive oil and cream (or to go whole hog and enjoy every tasty bite).

Nothing sticks to the ribs and warms your bones on those rainy spring days like homemade chicken soup. This version slowly simmers a whole chicken overnight to get all those essential minerals out of the bones. Adding fresh herbs and yummy market veggies to your homemade broth results in something that’s just plain magic. You can feel your body literally drinking in the nutrients. This is slow cooking at its best.

Caffeine isn’t the only game in town. Try these mid-day snacks to add a little spring to your step!

Herbal tea is a delicious alternative to water, and one of the best options to sip throughout the day. Tea has been used as a health tonic in cultures around the world since the dawn of civilization. Beyond its benefits as a nourishing and medicinal drink, it conjures up images of taking a moment for yourself – to recharge your batteries, digest a meal, or wind down after a long day.

Don’t feel like cooking or don’t have time for a lot of prep? Throw the ingredients of your choice in a blender and power your day. The combinations are endless, but here are a few key ingredients to include with your fruits and veggies. Experiment and see which ones you like best!

This classic twist on roast chicken offers a delicious and festive dish for a smaller crowd. It’s nicely paired with the classic fixings, or can just as easily feature some of our recent side dishes: brussel sprouts, spaghetti squash, or stuffed peppers. For a bonus round, the leftovers will make epic leftover soup.

Heading into this cold weather has me dreaming of stuffed peppers on the island of Naxos, Greece. Since I can’t get there right now, my next best option is to bring it here! It takes a little prep, but makes a nice big batch for several dinners, side dish or makes for a yummy lunch reheated.

These vegetarian nachos qualify as dinner, loaded as they are with protein and good-for-you veg. Better yet, on a scale of 1 to 10, they’re definitely on the easy-peasy side. Don’t be afraid to really load your ingredients as the chips make a great vehicle from plate to mouth.

Bone broth is the ultimate healing liquid. It’s dead easy to make, it’s versatile (use it as broth, gravy, sauce, or even straight up in a mug), AND it’s a time honoured method of wringing every last bit of goodness from meat on the bone. Oh yes - and it’s largely how our ancestors made it through the winter!

Thanksgiving may be a smaller affair this year, but that doesn’t mean it has to be ho-hum! It’s time to make lemonade from lemons. Most of all, let’s continue to give thanks. No matter what 2020 throws at us, we have so much to be grateful for. Bring on that lemonade (with a splash of chilled vodka :)

I had never tried spaghetti squash until about five years ago, but let me tell you, I can’t get enough of this gem! It’s the ultimate un-guilty pleasure, with a pasta-like consistency, sky-high vitamin content, and a delicious flavour to boot.

This quinoa salad is a quintessential rainbow plate, with its wide variety of colourful seasonal vegetables. It’s an excellent vegetarian option that’s equally delicious as a main or side dish. Plus it’s a great excuse to get ye to a farmer’s market! If freshness and flavour are your jam, look no further.

Farmers’ markets are abundant with fresh produce right now. Harvest season is easily my favourite time to cook, but most of all, to eat!!! This beet recipe works equally well as a main or a side dish. The salad dressing in this recipe is my go-to secret weapon for all my salads - so you get two recipes for one!

It’s our lucky day… Caroline has decided to share her famous, guaranteed show-stopper chimichurri recipe. It’s one she’s experimented with on and off for years. And now - perfection. This might just prove to be your new favourite.

While these tasty treats might not be good for you in a technical sense, they’re plenty good for, oh, morale, happiness, treating yourself, your soul - or for making something special for the ‘Dad’ in your life. Father’s Day is around the corner, after all.

Sweets for breakfast are great - on occasion. One of my secret weapons for staying power throughout the day, however, is a savoury meal featuring protein, and if possible, a side of veggies. Some would call that lunch, whereas my family gives me endless grief over the fact that this is, in fact, dinner! Whatever you call it, starting your day in this manner is a game changer for energy levels, weight loss, and wellness.

Do you dream of sushi? Spicy salmon, dynamite rolls, avocado, crisp veg… Dining out at your local may be weeks or months away, but the good news is that most grocery stores stock the necessary ingredients to make excellent sushi yourself - and it’s easier than you think.

Who doesn’t love the comforting gooey goodness of a classic homemade pizza?? It’s the perfect TGIF - or any day - treat.

It’s time to get creative with our cooking, along with everything else! Here’s an easy recipe for cooking black beans (or any beans, for that matter) from scratch. Cooking from scratch has several advantages over the canned variety: it has zero preservatives, it’s economical, and most of all, it tastes WAY better. Try it and be converted! Bonus: add your beans to this vegetarian chili for a power-packed meal.

Super healthy, delicious, and easy to prepare, these fluffy wonders will keep you energized throughout your morning. Better yet, they’re guilt free - unlike the pancakes of old, this version is full of healthy fats and protein. Serve with nut butter, berries or maple syrup for the perfect start to your day!

This lower fat & paleo version of meatballs is an Asian inspired favourite at our house. The tasty ingredients are at once nutritious and satisfyingly sweet, sticky, and savoury. Better yet, it’s quick and easy to throw together for the perfect weeknight meal. It comes together faster than you’ll get takeout, plus it’s healthier to boot.

This version is full of nourishing ingredients that have zero guilt factor. In fact, it’s even GOOD for you (99% guaranteed… especially if you share it with someone you love :) It’s the perfect cuppa to help you warm your soul - as well as your fingers & toes!

A delicious muffin to enjoy with a cup of coffee in the morning, or as an afternoon snack when you need a quick pick-me-up! Chock full of healing oats, packed with protein, and loaded with pumpkin-y vitamins, this is a perfect food for fall.