Plant-Based Eating and Gentle Living
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 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 →
Going dairy-free came with a few obvious heartbreaks. Cheese, of course. That was the first one. But the second? The one that genuinely caught me off guard? That iconic red tub of Helluva Good Onion Dip. If you know, you know. There’s something about walking past it in the grocery store — that bold red... Continue Reading →
I’ll admit it. I’m not really a sports fan. You probably won’t find me yelling at the TV or memorizing team stats. But there is one thing I absolutely love about classic game days and big Super Bowl parties: the food. The bold flavours, the comfort dishes, the shareable snacks. It’s basically a potluck lover’s... 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 →
Some recipes start as an idea. Others start as a craving. This one started with comfort food. I wanted the warmth and familiarity of taco night. The spices, the savoury richness, the cozy feeling of sitting down to a meal that everyone actually wants to eat (toddler parents know what I mean)...and I wanted to... Continue Reading →
If you can’t tell already, breakfast is a big deal here at The Gentle Table. We’re a slow‑morning kind of family. Pajamas linger. Coffee (or tea, in my case) cools on the counter. Someone is always mid‑story while another person asks for just one more pancake. Those quiet, ordinary moments around the breakfast table are... Continue Reading →
One of my favourite things to make at home is sushi. I’ve always been an avid sushi admirer, especially of simple maki rolls, and learning to recreate those classic flavours in my own kitchen has been such a joy. Not only does it make sushi night more accessible and affordable, but it also allows me... Continue Reading →
Many of the most-loved and reached for recipes in our home are the ones that come together quickly, use simple ingredients, and somehow manage to please everyone at the table, kids included. This Easy Vegan “Crab” Salad checks all of those boxes. I originally started making this as a filling for vegan sushi rolls, but... Continue Reading →
As the new year begins, I felt a quiet pull to reset. Not in an all-or-nothing way, but with intention. For me, I want to focus on small, actionable goals that will help get me where I see myself. While I am happy to indulge in treats and sweets from time to time, it's too... Continue Reading →