Plant-Based Eating and Gentle Living
Summer has definitely been putting our slushie machine to good use! With all the hot weather we've been having, it's become our favourite way to cool off, and I've been having so much fun recreating classic frozen treats at home. The kids have been requesting our dairy-free chocolate milkshakes on repeat, but I wanted to... Continue Reading →
Nothing says summer quite like a 99 cent frosty here in Canada. There was just something magical about those thick, creamy chocolate Frostys on a hot day. And if you know, you know that the real experience wasn’t complete without a fresh order of salty french fries to dip straight into that icy chocolate goodness.... Continue Reading →
Ever since we brought home our slushie machine, we’ve been having far too much fun experimenting with different frozen drink combinations. It’s quickly become one of those kitchen appliances that everyone in the house gets excited about— especially when it comes out for family movie nights! The kids love helping dream up new flavour ideas... Continue Reading →
There are two things I’m always trying to balance when it comes to snacks: healthy enough to feel good about packing and delicious enough that my picky eater will actually eat them. If you have a selective little one at home, you know the struggle. I can bake the most wholesome, nutrient-packed snack… and it... Continue Reading →
There are certain flavours that instantly take you back and, for me, that classic creamsicle taste is right at the top of the list. That perfect blend of bright orange and creamy vanilla is one of those combinations that just works, every single time. This creamy dairy-free creamsicle slushie is my way of bringing that... Continue Reading →
There are certain ingredients that show up in recipes and instantly make you pause a little. Sweetened condensed milk is one of them. It’s rich, creamy, and tied to so many classic desserts… but if you’re dairy-free or vegan, it can feel like one of those things that’s just off the table. I’ve never been... Continue Reading →
There’s a certain kind of recipe that seems to naturally become part of your routine without you even realizing it. You make it once to use up a couple of overripe bananas… and then suddenly, it’s the thing you rely on every single week. That’s exactly what happened with these one bowl vegan banana bread... Continue Reading →
There’s something about Easter that brings out the kid in all of us. Those colourful baskets, chocolate treats, and the excitement of a good old-fashioned egg hunt. But if you’re navigating a dairy-free lifestyle, it can sometimes feel like your options are limited when it comes to those classic chocolate favourites. I’ve never wanted to... 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 →
I’m always trying to mix up the snacks in my daughter’s school lunch as I try to expose her to different foods. Her school, like many others, is completely nut-free, which means a lot of her everyday favourites can’t make their way into the lunchbox. Finding snacks that are filling, satisfying, and toddler-approved can feel... Continue Reading →