My idea of desserts are somewhat unconventional (i.e., they’re usually a much healthier variation of the traditional recipe and almost always gluten or dairy-free). Through recipe testing, I have learned however, that opting for non-traditional ingredients doesn’t necessarily equate to cutting back on flavour! These holiday desserts are just as sweet, just as decadent (especially the […]

My week on Instagram-Week 4 is my version of (almost) Wordless Wednesdays-a weekly compilation of pictures portraying my day to day life and my culinary creations, all on Instagram. Vegan dinner #1: Coconut-curried brown rice and lentils (featured in my Baby Bites cookbook) Vegan dinner #2: Chickpea, spinach and tomato stew (also featured in my Baby Bites cookbook) My […]

Week 3 of my life on Instagram (actually the last few weeks-a little late but better than never!). Back to school! (I had some major mixed emotions about back to work…mostly the “I’m not ready” emotion!) A morning must: a DOUBLE shot of Illy espresso. Post work day cravings…these might be healthy and organic but […]

Week 2 of “My Week on Instagram” Also our farewell to Sardegna (our home away from home) and the end of summer vacation! My last morning walk in the countryside (and view of the nearby town) Leaving just in time for prickly pear season (good thing I don’t like them) but also berry season! Now, […]

While I only post sporadically on my Blog about my daily life, I make up for it on Instagram! I’m a big fan of Instagram, mainly because I can share my adventures in the kitchen and with my family in only a few words (and hashtags!). To the point, minimal editing, and much more colourful […]

A trip to Europe would not be complete without a visit to a local market. It is the quintessential European experience; local vendors selling fresh, organic produce, authentic and traditional foods, textiles, household items, and more. It’s become a one-stop shopping experience. Grab everything (well, almost everything) you need in one convenient place. Every year […]

Nothing beats Italian pizza. Nothing! I’m talking about that delicious, thin crust, wood-oven baked pizza. Not the kind where you have to dive into the take-out box to grab your favourite piece. Nope. I’m talking about your own personal pizza, ALL yours, ONLY yours! We invited some friends over for a pizza dinner a few […]

In Italy,”mare e monte” usually refers to a recipe composed of an ingredient that derives from the “ocean” and another that derives from the “mountains.” In this case, (in terms of this Blog post), “mare e monte” refers to how we spend our leisure time, here in Sardinia…at the beach or in the mountains! We were […]

When I think back on my travels during my early 20’s I fondly remember the planes, trains, and automobiles, the random people we met along the way, the grungy hostels (and some nicer hotels) we stayed in, and of course the sights and tourist attractions. Times have changed. Once upon a time I backpacked around […]

Life is SO busy with two kids! My soon-to-be 3 year old son is a handful (to say the least) and doesn’t make it easy for me, especially during my daughter’s snack time. (On a side note, my daughter loves food and when it’s time to eat she NEEDS to eat…Basically, the minute I plop her […]