I offered to host a challenge to kick off this year, subscribers voted, and the winner was… “Building out your heart-healthy ‘go-to’ meal collection.” I’m all for getting organized in January, especially in the kitchen. So we did it! The challenge ran from January 9 to 14, but people seemed…
Full disclosure: It’s December 19 and I’m doing my Christmas meal planning here. Some people are smart enough to do this two or three weeks early, but I am definitely not one of them! So as I’m contemplating options, I’ll share and help you out, in case you’re a last-minute…
Too tired to cook? Too busy? Just don’t feel like it? I get it. Most of us need a break from cooking every once in a while. But if once in a while has turned into several nights a week, and you’re stopping at McDonald’s, ordering a pizza, or picking…
The number one concern people raise with me in consults right now is emotional eating. No surprise there: In countries like Canada, unless you’re old enough to remember World War 2, this has been perhaps the most difficult time we’ve collectively lived through. We’re feeling some pretty big emotions. You…
Every year I update and share the same holiday gift idea list based on my favourite trusted kitchen tools with links to Amazon or other major retailers for easy shopping. But this year it feels like (1) we need some fresh ideas! and (2) we must focus our holiday spending on local businesses, since…
Does it feel to you like COVID-19 is everywhere all of a sudden? Scores of people I know are either testing positive, learning that they may have been exposed, or sharing such stories about their family and friends. News reports that case numbers are rising exponentially are starting to feel…
I was brainstorming with a client this week on ways to stay hydrated in a demanding work setting while wearing a mask all day. A challenge for sure. “Just drink more water” is easy to say, harder to do. And what if you’re not keen on water? We strategized about…
I looked at the weather forecast (snow) this morning and my brain said oatmeal. Do you love oatmeal too? It’s warm, satisfying, and a blank canvas for as many varieties of fruit, nuts, seeds, and sweeteners as you can dream up. It can even be made savoury! And side benefit……