You’ve probably seen the picture on Instagram. I made this baked tofu recipe a couple of weeks ago and my husband and I enjoyed it very much. It’s not directly inspired by any specific tofu recipe (though it’s based on the maple dijon chicken I made in late 2013) I’ve seen online, just something I […]
Traditionally, Chinese people don’t eat meat on the first day of the Lunar New Year, which is tomorrow (January 31). So, if you’re looking for something that is vegetarian or vegan, but not traditional Chinese food, you might want to try this lentil and chickpea stew, inspired by a lentil curry recipe I found online. […]
With Thanksgiving just a week away for Canadians (and under two months for those of you south of the border), some of you may still be looking for food ideas, especially alternatives to the standard turkey or ham. Recently, I was invited to a tasting event at Whole Foods Yorkville that included items that were […]
City dwellers suffering from urban-related afflictions – too many late nights, too many lattes and maybe even nomophobia (the fear of losing one’s cell phone) can find relief at Grail Springs, a health spa and wellness retreat located in Bancroft, Ontario. Here you can escape the Big Smoke for the chance to relax and unwind […]
With the weather warming up and bathing suit season coming earlier than usual, I have gone into turbo-mode trying to get fit for all my pretty summer outfits. This mixed bean salad is the perfect afternoon snack or light meal for everyone trying to get in shape for summer, but is so delicious that you […]
The Toronto Raw/Vegan Festival held its annual event December 3 and 4, providing a bevy of information and displays on raw food and vegan living. Vendors, speakers and chefs gathered together to promote the vegan and raw food lifestyle, showcasing vegan foods and products. The festival was well organized, and the vendors were generally friendly […]
