Of all the tubers, sweet potatoes are probably my favourite. I add them as a banana replacement in smoothies, use them in casseroles, and even add ‘em to veggie burgers for a subtly sweet and thicker consistency. Sometimes recipes call…
If you don’t live under a rock, you’ll know that golden milk is a pretty popular elixir these days. While turmeric, the main component of golden milk, is widely praised for its health benefits, it’s definitely got an...interesting taste. Golden…
Cauliflower is one of those vegetables that always ends up lurking in my crisper. I buy it thinking that I’ll add it to meals - stir-fries, soups, stews… you name it - but I never get around to it. There’s…
Normally, I go for sweet breakfasts. My go-to's are typically smoothies or oatmeal. On weekends though, I always crave savoury breakfasts. I’m unsure if it’s the luxury of sleeping in and having time to prepare an elaborate meal, or if it’s…
Learn to balance your meal and body by incorporating naturally fermented products into your menu and your diet! We will be making: - Fermented salad - Kimchi soup - Carrot cake for dessert Where: Be Fresh Local Market, Cypress location…
Learn about the benefits and foundations of fermentation, enjoy some fresh snacks and drinks, and go home with your very own jar of sauerkraut! Where: Be Fresh Local Market, Cypress location (1900 W 1st Ave) When: February 7th, 7-8:30 pm…
Food waste in Canada is a big problem. A huge one actually. Did you know that we waste $31 billion in food each year? That’s almost 40% of all food produced. Even more shockingly, 47% of food waste comes from…
Staying upbeat during the winter can be tough. For almost all of us Canadians, we’re vitamin D deprived (aka “happiness” vitamin deprived). Personally, seasonal affective “disorder” really impacts me, so I’ve prioritized some habits to ensure I stay motivated during…
You’ve probably read about it in a recent recipe or on your favourite food blogger’s feed. No, it’s not a new superfood that’s popped up on the market (we’re looking at you, charcoal). We’re talking about taking your smoothies to…
If you’re like me, your skin gets really, really dry in the winter. In previous years, I reacted to this cold weather scaly-skin phenomenon by slathering on my ineffective water-based moisturizer numerous times a day, or sometimes just giving up…