Before we get started on this riveting topic, I want to emphasize that I am intolerant to gluten, not allergic or celiac. Because I am only intolerant and not full-blown allergic, some of my favorite ‘gluten-free’ cereals are not necessarily celiac certified, because they are made in a location where gluten is present and may … More The Best Gluten-Free Cereals
It’s summertime here in Ontario, and summer in the farming community signifies far more than an increase in temperatures. With warmer weather comes an abundance of locally available produce, items that farmers and growers tirelessly produce for public consumption. From my own understanding, a lot of people do, in fact, eat, buy, and support locally. … More Eat, Buy, and Support Local
Polenta has quickly become one of my favourite meal components since I began eating it consistently, and after much tampering and experimenting, I’m pretty confident I’ve come up with my own version of it that will satisfy just about anyone’s palate. It’s quick, simple and delicious; what more could you ask for? I typically make … More Quick and Delicious Polenta
I recently viewed a PETA video, narrated by Kat Graham, depicting the horrid condition of several hen barns in British Columbia. Unkept, inhumane, and blatantly unacceptable, the barns that were featured in this video are a poor example of how farming occurs in Canada. I am completely and entirely against animal cruelty in any way, … More How Reliable is PETA?
My family and I are often on the hunt for new restaurants to try out, so when my mom and dad received some gift cards for the Lakehouse as a gift, we figured it would be a great place to attend following my graduation from Niagara College. My mom, dad and I had been to … More Restaurant Review: The Lakehouse
It is perhaps somewhat hypocritical of me to compose a blog post discussing the act of meal-prepping considering I have never meal-prepped myself, but after speaking with some people who do and reading up on it, I thought it may be useful for people who do meal-prep to read about some tips and tricks I … More Tips For Meal-Prepping
It’s asparagus season, so what better way to celebrate this wonderful time of year by emphasizing just how good this stuff is for you. It tastes great, has a multitude of benefits, and can be cooked in a variety of ways – what more could you ask for from a veggie? According to Eating Well, … More Get Your Asparagus On!
I love food, as do a majority of individuals, but sometimes food gets boring. Eating the same things over and over can definitely take the joy out of eating, hence why it is important to attempt to resource new and exciting recipes. Finding new recipes isn’t always easy, though. We’re busy people, and finding the … More How To Build A Delicious Sandwich
I was recently hired by Edana Integrated Marketing as their Account Coordinator, and as a Public Relations Agency, Edana frequently works with Ontario Turkey, promoting turkey farmers within the province. A significant component of Edana’s approach to promoting Ontario turkey consumption is their #TurkeyONTour campaign. The tour consists of a turkey food truck touring around Southwestern … More #TurkeyONTour
Where I live, there isn’t exactly a plethora of restaurant selection when it comes to wanting to enjoy a nice meal. Sure, there’s plenty of roadhouses and chains, but for special occasions, it’s nice to eat somewhere with a menu and atmosphere that truly stands out. Speekezzies Cafe & Wine Bar in Brantford, Ontario, is … More Speekezzies Cafe and Wine Bar
I wouldn’t blame you if you read the title of this post and ran screaming in the other direction, because I almost did just that when I initially came across this recipe. Chickpeas and cookie dough simply don’t mix, right? Easy peasy. Well, I found myself thinking about this recipe for a few days after … More Chickpea Cookie Dough?
The other evening I was out for dinner with my family at Cavallo Nero, a lovely restaurant in Ancaster. I decided to try their polenta fries, and because I was so impressed with them and how absolutely delicious they were, I figured I would find out how to make them at home. This recipe comes from … More How to Make Your Own Polenta Fries
For many people, the thought of consuming turkey only occurs throughout the Holidays, for example, Christmas and Thanksgiving. This stereotype is unfortunate, however, considering just how beneficial eating turkey is for the human body. Turkey can benefit the body in a variety of different ways if ingested. For example, turkey is inevitably a solid source … More Don’t Be A Bird, Eat Your Turkey!
I mentioned in a previous post that after being re-tested for food intolerances, I learned that I am intolerant to potatoes. This occurred because I was avoiding gluten, and in doing so, I was consuming more potato than ever before (potato starch is often used to replace wheat in gluten-free items). In addition to being … More Yeast-Free?
I came across an article via Foods24 describing some of the up and coming food trends for 2018, and because they are so odd, I thought I would share with you. Here’s to 2018! A wine pouch for one: A company titled Most Wanted has developed individual wine pouches which contain 187 ml of either … More 2018’s Weirdest Foods
My sister shared an article with me via BBC the other day filled with interesting facts regarding coffee. The article, by Lora Jones, references the UN Food and Agriculture Organization in stating that more people are consuming coffee than ever before, hence I thought it would be neat to regurgitate some of the information Jones cites … More Coffee Chaos
I recently composed a blog post for CAA Niagara discussing poutine, and since poutine is never a bad idea, I thought I would share it here! “If you’re a true Canadian, you know that it’s hard to go wrong with poutine. It’s the perfect combination of salty, savory goodness, and although the classic combination of … More Time Fries When You’re Eating Poutine
If you read a post I composed a couple of days ago addressing my search for a great cookie, you’re aware that the chocolate chip cookies by Sweets From the Earth slightly missed the mark. I am not one to completely write off a company based off one rather disappointing experience, however; I figured I … More Cashew Cookies?
I absolutely love hummus, and I would argue that many people also enjoy it. It’s such a versatile, tasty, and healthy concoction, so I wanted to do some research to determine how to go about making homemade hummus. This recipe comes from Inspired Taste. You will need (to make roughly six servings or 1 1/2 cups … More How to Make Your Own Hummus at Home
If you’re like me when it comes to making dinner, chances are you’re looking for a quick, easy, and relatively healthy recipe that can be made in advance to enjoy later. My shrimp and rice bowl recipe fits all of my dinner criteria, and it can be made in a single batch or in larger … More My Shrimp and Rice Bowl Recipe
As much as I appreciate a solid chocolate chip cookie, it can be tricky to find one I can eat due to my food allergies. I was religiously purchasing peanut butter chocolate chip cookies from the Paris Gluten-Free Bakery and Marketplace, however, I am now unable to eat these because they contain potato products. Thus, … More Sweets From the Earth Chocolate Chip Cookies
I recently had myself re-tested to determine whether or not my food intolerances had improved or worsened. For the past four years or so, I have refrained from consuming gluten, dairy and egg because of the pain and general discomfort I experienced when I ingested any foods containing these ingredients. To my complete and utter shock, … More An Intolerance to Potatoes?
Spices, as simple as they seem, are actually anything but. In addition to adding flavour to foods and dishes, many spices contain properties that can benefit the human body in various ways. This information comes from The Washington Post. Cardamom: Cardamom is used in alternative medicine practices to remove toxins from the body. Further, it has … More Common Spices and their Beneficial Properties
I came across an article via Global News titled “‘Clean Eating’ Trend Has Eating Disorder Specialists Concerned.” The article by Leslie Young offers a lot of insightful information regarding the potential dangers affiliated with clean eating, therefore I wanted to discuss it here on my blog. Clean eating, by definition, involves consuming minimally processed foods and … More Is ‘Clean Eating’ Dangerous?
As of late, I have been committed to a noodle bowl that I spontaneously created, and because I find it to be so tasty I thought I would share it with you. If you enjoy it as much as I do, please let me know! You will need: 1 1/4 cups of Barilla corn penne … More Easy and Fresh Noodle Bowl
As I promised in my last post discussing Edible Options, a bakery dedicated to individuals who have dietary restriction in St. Catharines, today’s post will offer my own opinion of the desserts I purchased to sample. Maple Chocolate Cupcake: Quite honestly, I was entirely unsure as to how maple and chocolate as a combination would … More Edible Options: My Review
My wonderful friend was kind enough to surprise me recently with a box of different desserts that, to my surprise, were safe for me to eat. She explained to me how she came across a bakery in St. Catharines called Edible Options, and how everything they create is 100% gluten-free, but further can be made … More Edible Options
I am sure you’re all aware by now of my food intolerances, but in case you’ve forgotten (which I doubt you have), I am intolerant to gluten, dairy, and egg. These intolerances can make eating protein quite tricky since many processed meats contain additives and filler, for example, gluten, therefore when I come across something that is … More Oh Naturel! Black Bean Bites
Periods are an uncomfortable experience on their own, let alone when they’re accompanied by cramping and pain. Women experience menstruation differently, but for those of us who are fortunate enough to deal with period cramps, it is useful to be aware of foods that aid in reducing the discomfort and pain from cramps. An article … More 12 Foods that Reduce Period Pain
Being bloated sucks. One minute you’re comfortable and exuding confidence, and the next you’re in pain and uncomfortable because of something you ingested. You may be asking yourself, “What the hell is bloating, anyways? And what causes it?” Me too, girl, me too. According to an article by Brandi Black on Paleohacks, bloating occurs when … More 10 Foods to Avoid If You Don’t Want to Get Bloated
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