Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and though we should spoil our mamas every day, what better occasion than to splurge on an extra special gift? A few of my favourite places to shop for culinary-minded mom’s include The … Continued
Time for a local product feature because who doesn’t love supporting small Vancouver-based food producers? And if you go crazy for lemon desserts, this one’s up your alley. The Lemon Square is easily one of my favourite desserts in town. … Continued
February is apple month — and we in BC are lucky to have so many beautiful varieties at our fingertips: Ambrosia, Royal Gala, Spartan, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious and Fuji, to name a few. This nutrient-dense superfood is a healthy … Continued
Soup lovers, there’s a new local, organic, small-batch soup company in town. They’re creations are 100% healthy and available by delivery. Kits Kitchen’s ingredients are fresh, beautiful and nutrient-dense. The soup-loving founders Amy Kizaki and Joni Lind wouldn’t dream of … Continued
A favourite item on my 2014 Christmas Gift Guide is the beautiful reclaimed wood cutting boards from Pacific Design Lab. This small company of three passionate individuals (Alanna, Brandon and Darren) are all about creating special, timeless items for the … Continued
One sip of Nama Juice Bar’s date-sweetened almond mylk and you might just be hooked. At least I was. Especially with a big scoop of coconut whipped cream on top. It’s so fabulous, I’m thinking of officially switching my holiday … Continued
With the recent kick-off of Araxi Restaurant’s Longtable Dinner Series in Vancouver, al fresco dining is on the mind. Here are some tips for hosting a magical outdoor dinner party. First of all, twinkly lights strung up around your venue … Continued
In need of a gift for your food-focused friend? A few summery ideas for you… How about a very portable Bucket BBQ for s’more making or weenie roasting on your patio? This 33 cm high steel invention has a stylish … Continued
If a shot of wheatgrass a day keeps your doctor a way, I have a new, really easy way to include this super food into your diet on a daily basis. The product is called Swheatgrass and they’re flash frozen … Continued
Fellow iced coffee lovers, you must try Jamaica Blue Cold Brew a coffee concentrate roasted and bottled by hand here in Vancouver. It’s only available from a food truck (its namesake) and it may be the smoothest sipping around thanks to its origin. … Continued
