Plant-Based Eating and Gentle Living
There are some recipes that just become classics in your house. For us, it started with cinnamon roll waffles. I made them one morning for my husband’s birthday, wanting something more exciting than our usual breakfast rotation. We’ve always loved breakfast-for-dinner and special brunches, but that day I wanted something indulgent. Something nostalgic. Something that... Continue Reading →
How these cinnamon roll waffles came to be: Over the years, breakfast-for-dinner has become a bit of a tradition in our house. We’ve made every waffle variation you can imagine: classic, whole wheat, chocolate, you name it. But for my husband’s birthday this year, I wanted something that felt special. Something nostalgic. Something that didn’t... Continue Reading →
I am always looking for nutritious, quick breakfast ideas that I can make ahead and have easy meals to grab during the work week. While I often batch cook and freeze healthy waffles, I do like to mix it up too. And while some may think of oatmeal as a rather bland breakfast, it doesn’t... Continue Reading →
My daughter is officially at the age where she is adamant we must leave snacks out for Santa. And she takes the responsibility very seriously. While Santa may be known for loving classic chocolate chip cookies, she has confidently declared that he is sure to love these vegan sugar cookies too! So, our Christmas spread... Continue Reading →
It’s the week of my daughter’s birthday and, to celebrate, I asked her what kind of special breakfast she wanted. She thought for a moment and confidently answered, “Chocolate pancakes.” We’ve made a lot of chocolate pancakes lately though, so I suggested we give another favourite a chocolaty twist… crepes. She wasn’t convinced at first.... Continue Reading →
Every now and then, breakfast deserves to feel like a celebration. These Vegan Peanut Butter Cup Pancakes deliver exactly that moment of joy. This isn’t your everyday nourishing morning meal; it’s a touch of pure indulgence reserved for birthdays, weekend brunches, or those “just because” days when a bit of chocolate and peanut butter magic... Continue Reading →
When I first started exploring more plant-based meals, I thought creamy mashed potatoes might be one of those dishes I’d have to settle on. Good, but not great. A little bland, not as light and airy as I dreamed. Because how could you recreate that buttery richness and melt-in-your-mouth texture without the dairy? But once... Continue Reading →
When the holidays roll around, there’s something deeply comforting about a golden, bubbling pot pie coming out of the oven. It’s the kind of meal that makes the whole kitchen smell like home and get mouths drooling. This Vegan “Turkey” Pot Pie is my plant-based twist on the traditional classic - complete with tender vegetables,... Continue Reading →
There’s something magical about the smell of gingerbread wafting through the kitchen during the holidays. Warm spices, a hint of molasses, and that unmistakable cozy feeling that instantly makes the season feel brighter. For me, gingerbread cookies aren’t just another holiday treat, they’re part of the tradition. This recipe for Holiday Glazed Gingerbread Cookies is... Continue Reading →
Looking for the ultimate vegan holiday main dish? This Vegan Shepherd’s Pie is hearty, flavourful, and absolutely satisfying- making it perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any cozy family dinner. The savoury filling is packed with vegetables and rich, comforting flavours, then topped with creamy mashed potatoes for that classic finish everyone loves. Here’s a little... Continue Reading →