A few weeks ago, C and I were invited to a friend's house for a BBQ. It was a casual, fun evening and we chatted over homemade burgers and
Read moreSummer garden salad with hemp seeds
I love trying new foods. But to really get me hooked, it needs to be a great-tasting whole food, that I can easily integrate into my
Read moreSummer treats, are you allowed to have them?
Every season has its gastronomic pleasures. But to some, seasonal delights feel more like sneaky, unavoidable boobie traps. Anxiety sets in
Read moreBarley salad with edamame, mint and ricotta salata
A few weeks ago, I prepared a similar recipe using fava beans, mint and ricotta salata over pasta. It was a hit. But cleaning fava beans can
Read moreDon’t let a sports injury weigh you down
Over the weekend, I had a slight mishap. I'll spare you the details and make a long story short, I sprained my ankle. The good news is that
Read moreDandelion greens: from field to plate
To the average eye, dandelions are nothing but pesky perennials, weeds that invade our fields and lawns at the same time each year. But
Read moreIndividual strawberry & rhubarb crisps
Last week, I discussed market motivation and am happy to report that over the weekend, I put it in action. There is no dessert like a warm
Read moreMarket motivation
By now you've understood that this blog is all about helping you find your motive for better nutrition and since there are few things that
Read moreChocolate Nice Cream
There is no denying it, I have a sweet tooth. I guess it's to be expected seeing that I come from a long line of bakers, bread makers and
Read moreSeasonal spotlight :: Asparagus three ways, three days
It's asparagus season folks, which means that now is the time to stack these spears high on your plates. Peel your eyes and you should
Read moreGetting over sugar cravings
"I need sugar", is something I hear on weekly basis. Technically speaking we all need sugar as glucose, you know the simple sugar our brain
Read moreEating for exercise recovery
Next month, I will be taking part in my first Spartan race. For those of you unfamiliar with this event, the spartan race is an obstacle
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