Chunky maple walnut granola

I’ve been making granola for a while now and love how practical, filling and delish it is. I have to admit however that most “healthy” granolas fall short of one thing: big crunchy clusters. While I like the idea of omitting the golden syrup and vegetable oil present in the processed variety, the child in […]

Scheherazade’s overnight oats

You all know just how much I love overnight oats, right? They’re high in fiber, filling yet easy to digest, tasty, easy to make ahead of time…and all that. But that’s not what this recipe is about. Here, aromatic nectarine and saffron compote, orange blossom water-infused oats and sinfully lustrous almond butter turn a totally […]

Wholly delicious nectarine vanilla compote

As far as I’m concerned, perfectly ripe peaches, juicy nectarines and meltingly sweet apricots are foods for the Gods. Although my preference is to messily eat them fresh from the market, the ones that linger a bit too long on the counter are best when turned into this bright summer-infused compote. My mouth literally waters […]

Savory herb “kuku” crêpes

These gorgeous green savory crêpes can easily be eaten plain because they’re so flavorful; but I usually spread some savory fillings and serve them either for breakfast, lunch or dinner. They are also a fantastic appetizer for a crowd. I like to use a variety of fillings depending on my fridge inventory: fresh goat cheese, […]

Fragrant masa harina banana chocolate bread

I have to give the credit for this Fragrant masa harina banana chocolate bread to Keith Littlewood from Balancedbodymind. He’s posted it on his instagram feed a few times and it seemed so intriguing yet comforting and delicious that I had to give it a go. So when overly freckled bananas crossed my path this […]

Pretty halloumi tartine with apricot-tomato topping

I love savory tartines. They have the elegance of a canapé but are as satisfying as a sandwich. This particular one was created out of serendipity the day I met CheesyCarla, a delightful Dubai-based cheesemaker who uses milk from the Deena Farm and Dairy to craft the most delicious organic products. Her succulent creations range from yogurt […]

Ahhhmazing blueberry soup with oats and seeds

I always saw porridge as an old-fashioned healthy but stodgy brekkie eaten by people who lived in cold weather. I myself would have it from time to time growing up in Montreal, but can’t say it was my preferred breakfast option. Anyway, I can’t believe we’ve spent so many years eating oats as plain porridge […]

Mamma’s wholesome spelt waffles

My eldest loves waffles, so I tend to make them regularly. For years I used regular white flour but over time found spelt, an ancient type of wheat, to be a great alternative. It isn’t gluten free per se, but it’s known to be easier to digest for most people, including those with a sensitivity […]

Soothing golden spice latte

I adore coffee. In fact, I haven’t had a day without it in what seems like years. Hmmm, actually putting that in writing is making me think I should probably add that to my bucket list at some point… Anyway, all this to say even this caffeine addict sometimes needs a change. In fact, if […]

Morning beauty smoothie

I have a bit of a double standard when it comes to ageing. I don’t like the idea of fighting against it because after all, it’s an inevitable part of life. But now and again – especially the month or so preceding my birthday – when I see too many wrinkles popping up, vanity gets […]