This is a flavorful dish made of grains called Freekeh. A green, unripe wheat grain which is roasted or smoked and then polished to remove the shells. It has a wonderfully nutty and smoky flavor and has been eaten in Syria, Palestine and Jordanian for centuries. An excellent addition to soups and... Read More >

A few months back, I posted our familia fajita-night photo on Instagram and a friend commented that they love to eat them, but that the thick plastic packaging of the store-bought ones is off-putting. I was also curious to see the taste and texture difference of homemade tortillas versus store-bought.... Read More >

This very colorful and hearty vegetarian salad will satisfy you on so many levels. It delivers a multitude of textures, earthy flavors and a good mix of micro-and macronutrients needed to support a healthy and active lifestyle. And the best, it’s also very simple to make. I adapted from one of favourite chefs, Ottolenghi,... Read More >

A homemade energy bar packed with good stuff! Great for cyclists, hikers or the unsung office hero! Super easy and quick to make.  Recipe: 1 part dates, 1 part cranberries (or other dried fruits), 1 part almonds (or nuts, ground or whole) e.g. 1 cup each.  Optional ingredients that are... Read More >

The Beyond Burger consists of 100% plant based ingredients. The main ingredients are water and protein isolate from peas (not whole peas), followed by an oil blend (coconut, canola, etc.), starches, flavors, and various other additives. So it is a highly processed food with a long list of ingredients. Obviously, unprocessed natural... Read More >