Health Continuum

Chewy almond date cookies

Chewy and nutty, these cookies make a delicious and wholesome snack. Even my husband John, who isn’t a fan of cakes and cookies, gives them two thumbs up. Among the ingredients is date paste, which you can make in advance. You can view the recipe here. In these cookies, there’s no flour. Instead, there’s almond meal. The […]

Condiments and Sides

Date paste

If you like sweets, eating dates is a healthy alternative to eating foods made with processed sugar. Dates are nature’s candy and an ideal replacement for sugar. The image above is the Medjool date paste that I made last week. Date paste adds a subtle sweetness to foods and can be used to make desserts, energy bars, cookies, homemade granola, […]

Desserts and Snacks, Squares and Bars

Energy bars

When you’re busy or on the go, energy bars, as the ones featured above, will keep you going until your next meal. I made these bars with wholesome raw ingredients such as, oats, nuts, dates, seeds, coconut, almond butter and maple syrup. They’re great as a mid-day snack or to boost your energy before going to the gym. Homemade energy bars are generally […]

Cake, Desserts and Snacks

Cranberry yoghurt cake

Cranberries…those tart little North American berries are now gaining popularity in Switzerland, where I live, and elsewhere. I love cranberries. They add colour and flavour to foods and drinks. From fruity smoothies to delicious desserts to savory suppers, there are many ways to incorporate cranberries in your diet. Cranberries are loaded with antioxidants – making them […]

Appetizers, Condiments and Sides, Dips and spreads

Roasted pumpkin and red pepper hummus

October is the perfect time to add fresh pumpkin to your diet. Pumpkin is a highly nutritious squash, loaded with antioxidants and disease-fighting vitamins and minerals. Last year, I highlighted eight top health reasons to cook with fresh pumpkin. You can read them here. There are so many ways to include pumpkin in your […]

Condiments and Sides, Farro, Main Dishes, Stir-Fries

Kale, mushroom and lemon farroto

Farro (or épautre in French), is an ancient grain that looks like a cross between barley and brown rice. It has a unique nutty taste and chewy texture and is a key food in the fight against cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Farro is rich in protein and fiber and contains a host of minerals and […]