Orzo Risotto with Peas, Prosciutto and Pine Nuts
To my relief a great family meal. One child wants rice, the other noodles. What to do? Okay, peas are a hit. Bacon too....
Vegetable Loaded Detox Cure Soup
This Detox Cure Soup is packed with all kinds of good stuff, and by good stuff I mean immune-boosting natural remedies -- veggies, veggies,...
Roasted Green Asparagus and Potatoes
This Roasted Green Asparagus with Potatoes is a wholesome Mediterranean-style sheet pan recipe featuring roasted new potatoes, tender green asparagus, sweet cherry tomatoes, and creamy...
Morroccan-Style Millet Salad with Chickpeas & Carrots
When I think of Moroccan food I think of fragrant spices, bright colours and sweet, savory flavors. And in my world, this translates to...
Chili Fruit Salad with Papaya, Watermelon & Cucumber
This Chili Fruit Salad with Papaya, Watermelon & Cucumber is a vibrant, refreshing mix of tropical papaya, juicy watermelon and crisp cucumber, brightened with...
Smoked Trout Orzo Salad with Artichokes & Fennel
Smoked Trout Orzo Salad with Artichokes & Fennel: Not everyone is as infatuated with artichokes as I am. I could eat them any possible...
Thai Brussels Sprout Salad
This Thai-style shaved Brussels sprout salad is satisfyingly crunchy and comes with sliced apple, fresh herbs and a dressing infused with punchy sweet, tart...
Greek Salad (Traditional Horiatiki Recipe)
This classic Greek Salad, or Horiatiki, is a vibrant showcase of simple, seasonal ingredients at their best. Juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, bold red onion,...
Spaghetti with Smoked Salmon and Capers
This dish is delicious and quick to prepare, requiring only a few ingredients, making it the perfect mid-week meal. And one that remains impressive enough...
Vegan Thai Tom Yum Soup
Tom Yum Soup — this popular Thai soup gets a vegan twist. Made with umami-rich tofu and mushrooms it still has that authentic flavor...
Wintery Kale Salad with Black Rice and Roasted Beets
With this wintery kale salad, I discovered a new type of rice – black rice. A whole grain Chinese hybrid grown in neighboring Italy...
Chicken Shawarma
Grilled chicken shawarma with yogurt sauce – an easy version of the classic Middle Eastern street food which is usually cooked on a vertical,...
Rice Paper Dumplings with Vegetable Filling
Crispy homemade rice paper dumplings are a perfect mix between summer rolls and crispy, pan-fried dumplings. These vegan gluten-free dumplings are filled with a...
Blueberry Scones
These are the best blueberry scones I’ve ever made! They are bursting with juicy blueberries and they are buttery and moist with a perfectly...
Sumac Roasted Eggplant and Tomatoes with Quinoa
What better way to celebrate the end of summertime than with a delicious quinoa salad with sumac roasted eggplant and cherry tomatoes. If you...
Pasta with Fresh Tomatoes, Anchovies, Capers & Olives
Pasta with fresh tomatoes is one of those simple yet healthy pasta recipes that never goes out of style. The secret? Sweet, ripe summer...
Roasted Eggplant Tomato Pasta
Simple roasted eggplant tomato pasta is a delicious fast and easy recipe making it perfect for the summer months. It’s made with roasted eggplant,...
Nut Seed Loaf (Gluten-free + Vegan)
This gluten-free, vegan nut seed loaf recipe is high in protein and fiber, it uses no leavening, and it bakes up into a dense...
Potato Frittata with Green Asparagus
This asparagus potato frittata recipe is one of those dishes that is super easy to make, versatile and a great addition to Sunday brunch....
Heirloom Beet Carpaccio
Introducing a candy striped heirloom beet carpaccio. Mainly found at farmers’ markets, the whimsical Chioggia beet (pronounced kee-OH-gee-uh) with its mild flavor and natural...




















