The female reproductive system has an unparalleled capacity to resolve inflammation. Just think about the extensive regeneration that occurs throughout the menstrual cycle. This bodily system possesses a remarkable ability to clear tissue debris and quickly re-establish normal function. Normal acute inflammation is actually a required component for cellular repair during ovulation, menstruation, implantation, and birth. However…
August is the thick of harvest and canning season. Gardeners who can are usually quite busy in August just trying to keep up with the tomatoes, green beans and okra among other veggies. Most will not even consider taking the time to include jelly or jam unless they have a strawberry patch and they have…
If you’re looking for a healthy and delicious meal that’s packed with protein and nutrients, look no further than this hearty protein bowl! Featuring quinoa, chicken breast, a soft-boiled egg, mixed greens, and avocado, this bowl is the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. Some great things about this recipe:Quinoa is a complete protein, which…
Basil is often called the “King of Herbs”. This is because basil in Greek is “basilkos”, which means “king”. The Greeks were the ones who originally brought the herb to Italy, from Persia. Basil’s history can be traced from India to Africa to Central America and the Polynesian Islands. Check out our Italian Seasoning Blend blog-post, and find out…
Delighted to share a few favourite frames from a new short film that I directed earlier this year….I regularly direct motion work for commercial clients but it’s great to also get out there and work on something a bit more personal.Working with ridiculously talented drummer Christina Lopez we’ve put together a short documentary film profiling…
Say hello to your new favourite Chicken Vol Au Vent recipe! Flaky puff pastry cases filled with a creamy chicken and bacon mixture, topped with gooey melted cheese, combine to create an all-time favourite family dinner. Taking just 10 minutes to prepare, enjoy these vol au vents for fuss-free family dinners or for entertaining! For…
This post may contain affiliate links, please see our privacy policy for details. Happy June, everyone! I’m so excited for the month ahead. After a very long spring and a lot of cooking, photographing, and editing over the last two months, I’m looking forward to getting organized, cleaning my house, and some fun travel, too!…
Swing-top glass bottles and fermentation go hand -in-hand. Many of us have had a scary explosion on the counter from too much pressure. Sugar and yeast ferments build so much more pressure than a fermented vegetable can and it can be dangerous. Back-sweetened ferments are the most dangerous. If the bottle has any kind of…
If I could pick one thing to eat for lunch for the rest of my life, it would be tuna niçoise tartine. The confit garlic aïoli goes beautifully with a medley of fresh herbs as well as the salty acidic punch that you get from the olives and cornichon. A tartine is an open-faced French sandwich…
Published June 12, 2023. Last updated June 12, 2023 By Elizabeth Lindemann   /  This post may contain affiliate links.Jump to Recipe – Print ]]> This Taco Salad recipe is so easy, so hearty, and so flavorful! Featuring ground turkey and black beans, this is a bit of a healthier take on taco salad, which usually features…
