Skincare is a topic with a lot of conflicting information. When you read the label on a favorite lotion, you may find 15–20 ingredients you can’t pronounce. Even products marketed as “natural” can include questionable chemicals. Many mass-market skincare products contain substances that have been associated with health concerns, including carcinogens, neurotoxins, and compounds that … Read more

Is there such thing as vegan collagen? Many clients who follow vegan or vegetarian diets ask about collagen, so here’s a clear explanation. Products marketed as “vegan collagen” typically do not contain true collagen. Instead, their main active ingredient is usually vitamin C, and any protein listed is often pea protein or another plant-based protein. … Read more

This tender, moist banana bread is exactly what I’d been searching for after trying many versions. It strikes the right balance of banana and sweetness, with a soft, moist crumb and a rich, layered flavor from some Jamaican touches. THE LUNCHBOX It sat there so lonely and forsaken Clinging to memories of bygone days. Sadness … Read more

With just three ingredients you can make this fragrant rose syrup at home. Stir a little into your tea for a delicate floral sweetness. Rose Simple Syrup Rose syrup is a simple, rose-flavored syrup made from sugar, water, and dried rose petals. It’s quick to prepare and adds a lovely floral note to both hot … Read more

These Mexican Chocolate Sandwich Cookies with Dulce de Leche Filling are rich, warmly spiced, and absolutely irresistible. Hello friends — and Happy Cinco de Mayo! I’m a bit late to celebrate, but I couldn’t wait to share these Mexican Chocolate Sandwich Cookies with Dulce de Leche Filling. Chocolate plus dulce de leche is a combination … Read more

There’s something irresistible about a creamy jar of overnight oats, and these blended strawberry overnight oats make mornings feel effortless. Smooth, lightly sweet, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavour, they’re simple to prepare yet feel a little indulgent. Blending the oats transforms them into a soft, mousse-like texture that’s a pleasant contrast to classic overnight … Read more

These thick, chewy peanut butter Oreo blondies have bold peanut butter flavor and are packed with Oreos. Like a peanut butter cookie and an Oreo combined — they’re dangerously easy to make! These peanut butter Oreo blondies are a cousin to my Oreo brownies and Oreo chocolate chip cookie bars. You get dense, chewy blondies … Read more

This is an improved Coconut Cream Pie made with both half & half and coconut milk. The addition of coconut milk gives the filling more body and a gentle coconut flavor without relying solely on coconut shreds. If you prefer less texture in the filling, the coconut flavor from the milk and a little extract … Read more

It’s Friday and maybe a blizzard is rolling in — the perfect moment to introduce our next contender for Drink of the Winter 2016. Now is the season for citrus, and markets are overflowing with varieties: kumquats, loquats, cara cara oranges, ruby red grapefruit — and the showstopper, blood oranges. Their deep color and fragrant … Read more

Full of fresh flavor, simple to prepare, and utterly delicious, this cherry tomato pesto pasta comes together in about 20 minutes. Sweet cherry tomatoes simmer down into a light, luscious sauce and are finished with a generous spoonful of quality pesto. With just six main ingredients, it’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners or relaxed summer … Read more