It’s no surprise here that we enjoy carrots! Not only are they incredibly nutritious, but carrots are also a very versatile staple of cooking. One of my favorite way to prepare them is roasted carrots in molasses and maple syrup. Slowly roasted to perfection, this maple roasted carrot recipe is Read more…
Age is more than just a number, but more about how you feel. If given the choice, I think all of us would prefer feeling vibrant later in life, with our independence and mobility intact. We generally want to live a long healthy happy life. Longevity is the result of Read more…
Holidays are here and it’s time to finish our shopping lists. If you’ve been struggling to secure that unique find for the foodie on your list, we are here to help. It’s not too late to grab the perfect gift for all your loved ones, even the hardest to please. Read more…
Red Velvet becomes re-animated this Halloween. These incredibly soft ruby red cupcakes will make your mouth have a rush with Reaper itself with its sweet fiery center. Whipped cream cheese icing provides a classic homage to the traditional style, while keeping it light and capable to cut any lingering heat. Read more…
Cool air is upon us, and it won’t be long till all Hallow’s Eve. Halloween is my FAVORITE holiday of the year when I throw out all my holistic living practices in exchange for some seasonal fun. Baking treats, simple carbohydrates, even a little food coloring. Hey, you only live Read more…
The carrot has become a bit of an underdog these days. Overlooked as merely a part of mirepoix, or reduced to stubby baby carrots for dips, this vegetable is actually worth its weight in gold! From their high levels of vitamin A and antioxidants such as carotenoids, you will want Read more…
Never thought I’d grow up to be one of those “is there gluten in this?” kind of person, but here I am. Like most Americans, I grew up eating SAD. Standard American Diet consisted of the mighty food pyramid, claiming our need for half our calories in grains, three servings Read more…
Oh lovely lavender! With spring just around the corner. What better way to lull oneself to sleep than with the distinct scent of lavender? Heavenly herbaceous, balsamic with woody undertones. The benefits of lavender have been known and cherished for thousands of years. Best known for it’s relaxing aroma, lavender Read more…
Is aging inevitable? Some out there that argue this is not the case, that in fact the fountain of youth has actually been discovered. One of the leaders in anti-aging research is Australian-born scientist David Sinclair. He has been pursuing the subject for the last 20 years and has worked Read more…
Ah, bread pudding. Such a time-honored tradition of refurbishing old bread. With that soft spongy bounce, giving it a distinct texture; bursting with cinnamon and soft vanilla notes with every bite. There are so many ways to elevate this standard bread pudding recipe. I do hope you experiment with flavors Read more…