We are just a couple weeks away from Christmas and I’m sure many of you, like myself, have been to at least a couple of holiday parties, events, or dinners…and have enjoyed a few (or many) sugary festive treats! While I am a big advocate of balance and don’t deny myself of my fave treats…
Healthy Gingerbread Pancakes
This post has been created in partnership with iHerb. Full Holiday Mode has commenced! My house is decorated, the Christmas jazz has been on repeat, I have most of my gift shopping done (I’m not a rockstar, we just happen to pick names for most of our family members so it makes getting gifts pretty…
How To Create A Home Oasis To Beat The Winter Blues & More Top Tips!
Winter is coming. I’ve never been a fan and I’m not sure I ever will be a fan of winter. Don’t get me wrong I love Christmastime. The cozy fireplaces, setting up our tree, twinkling lights, cheer, etc., etc., but I confidently feel that I could easily enjoy all of that goodness in the presence of…
Healthy Pear and Apple Crisp
Tomorrow is officially Canadian Thanksgiving and we are gathering with our family today to celebrate togetherness and gratitude for all of our blessings. I’ve learned over the years however, that gratitude and thanksgiving really should be a daily attitude. When both gratitude and thanksgiving are part of our every day thoughts and actions, it’s amazing…
Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls
There’s always been a debate among food bloggers whether pumpkin recipes should be posted before October or not. I usually lean to the side that says wait until October only because pumpkin makes me think of Halloween and Thanksgiving and that means we are getting much closer to full-blown snowy winter. Well, I’m totally breaking…
5-Ingredient Cookie-Dough Energy Balls…Boosted 4 Ways!
First things first. This post is part of an amazing giveaway I’m hosting over on Instagram! Be sure to read the details at the end of the post to find out what you can win and how to enter! I’m not going to lie, I had a lot of fun during the creation of this…
3 Delicious Detox Smoothies (with Coconut oil & MCT oil!)
This post was made in collaboration with iHerb. Well, dare I say it…the end of summer is officially upon us (cue dramatic soap opera music). I know, I know, why would I bring that up?? Because these three detox smoothies are going to be your best end-of-summer friend! Surprisingly we always tend to think…
Healthy Road Trip Snacks & Tips
We are officially hitting the road for our summer holiday today and I couldn’t be more excited! Summer is definitely my favourite season of the year for many reasons. It’s the sunshine, hot weather, bare feet in the grass, beach days, cold treats, and of course, road trips! Every summer we take at least a…
Healthy Oatmeal Cookie Energy Balls (no dates)
It’s been a while since I posted an energy ball recipe and I figured since my Energy Balls cookbook has now been out on shelves for over a year, I was finally ready to create another tasty ball recipe. I have to admit, after writing an entire cookbook on energy balls I was a little…
The Best Portobello Mushroom Burgers with Quick Caramelized Onions
First of all, Happy Canada Day to all my fellow Canucks! I hope you are thoroughly enjoying your long weekend. We are enjoying our time out at the lake, sipping wine, cruising on the boat, and grilling up burgers! Speaking of burgers…I’ve always been a big fan. Not of fast-food burgers but hearty, homemade (or good restaurant)…
