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Healthful Pursuit
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Receive personalized nutrition support, browse health articles and recipes created by Leanne Vogel, Holistic Nutritionist
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Moroccan Carrot and Raisin Slaw

I’m the girl that dresses in shorts and a t-shirt on a day that it’s supposed to snow, packs more sweaters than t-shirts to India, and decides that taking sandals camping in the mountains...

3 h ago 1 person likes this

Releasing my Emotional Connection to Food

I knew that ashram living wasn’t going to be easy for me. Out of everything I expected to experience during the course of my trip – the meditation, curriculum, 4-5 hour yoga classes, trav...

1 day ago 2 people like this

Chunky Monkey Muffins

Kevin comes home tonight and as of this morning, I have three nanaimo bars saved in the freezer with his name on them. Now, the trick is going to be to keep it that way for the remainder of the day. ...

2 days ago 2 people like this

“Breaded” Chicken Strips with Apricot Dijon Dipping Sauce

Let’s just pretend for a moment that you’re not sensitive to gluten, that deep fried chicken is nutritious, and that KFC isn’t bad for your health. Close your eyes and try to rememb...

3 days ago 2 people like this

Raspberry Lemon Scones

My parents like inviting me over to their house for weekend brunches when Kevin’s not in town. They say it’s because they miss me and figure I could use some company, but I know it’...

4 days ago 2 people like this

Masala Dosa Take I

*flop* Just like the gluten-free samosa, I’m struggling with making dosa. It’s hard to accept that I learned how to make both of these dishes in India, but can’t seem to replicate t...

6 days ago 2 people like this

Oil-free Upside Down Banana Bread Pancakes + Maple Cream

One of the benefits to having a boyfriend that travels a lot for work is that I get to partake in girly activities that I can’t generally find the time for when he’s at home. Like having ...

24 may 12 4 people like this

Canadian Dosa Corner

Don’t let the construction tape on the sign fool you, this place is an absolute gem. From the delightfully proud and loving owners, to the classic presentation of South Indian cuisine, Canadian...

23 may 12

Dijon Herb Salmon Salad + Behind the Lens

I’ve been collecting ideas for recipes for as long as I can remember. Since elementary school, I’ve had recipes scribbled down in my math workbook, tucked away in my safe keeping box, sca...

22 may 12 4 people like this

Raw + Vegan Nanaimo Bars

I woke up yesterday craving Nanaimo bars – a dessert usually reserved for Christmas. But with the hubby gone to London, a day of absolutely no plans, and a craving for chocolate, I decided to j...

21 may 12 4 people like this

Sunday Scenes

How’s your weekend coming along? I couldn’t be happier that we have the day off tomorrow, I feel like I’m a day behind on everything! Weekends seem to fly by when Kevin has a busine...

21 may 12 1 person likes this

Key Lime Pie Green Smoothie

I like pie, smoothies and graham crackers, limes, frothy toppings, and sweet breakfasts. Big mugs, green things, and meals packed with goodness. If you like these things too, you’ll love this s...

18 may 12 4 people like this

Traveling Through India: The Streets

One of my first India experiences was having to cross the road at the Mumbai airport to find my shuttle. There were people everywhere, new smells, yelling, endless honking… it was like nothing ...

17 may 12 1 person likes this

Crispy Oven Fries + Kitchen Gadget Giveaway

I went through a phase about 4 years ago where all I ever wanted for supper was homemade potato or yam fries baked in coconut oil. Even writing about it has me salivating. Did you know that serving u...

16 may 12 1 person likes this

No bake Frosty Chocolate Banana Cream Cups

Remember the Dole recipe contest I mentioned last week? I got started my entry on Sunday morning with the full intention of grilling bananas, pineapple and tempeh, but the hot weather distracted me a...

15 may 12 1 person likes this

Chai Spice Doughnuts with Almond Frosting

I’ve turned into a chai monster. Cold almond milk, chocolate protein cakes, hot rice, pancakes, porridge, muffins, doughnuts… all perfect opportunities to liven things up with a bit of ch...

14 may 12 3 people like this

Welcoming my 26th year

Kevin and I headed out to the mountains yesterday morning for a hike and lunch at our favorite restaurant in Canmore to officially celebrate my birthday. We were supposed to go out for a wine tasting...

13 may 12

Citrus Summer Lentil Granola + $50 Amazon Giveaway!

Adding lentils to trail mix was a little out there. Adding lentils to granola is even more so. Oh ya, I went there. And, I’m so happy I did! I’d taken the day off yesterday to celebrate m...

11 may 12

Grilled

Our family’s pretty passionate about their grilling. Come rain, sleet, snow or blizzard, my Dad will brave temperatures below -30C for a slab of charred meat. Crazy Canadian. While I love my gr...

10 may 12 1 person likes this

Gluten-free Cinnamon Buns 2.0

They say good things come in threes. Over the course of last 6 days, I’ve developed two different cinnamon bun recipes yielding over 65 individual cinnamon buns, a stuffed freezer, and a very, ...

09 may 12 4 people like this

Gift for Mom: Pea-not Chocolate Truffles

Mother’s Day has always been special at our house. Wait, let me try that again… We’ve always tried to make Mother’s Day special, whether that’s been the case for the past 26 years is another st...

08 may 12 1 person likes this

Visit from Jeanette of Jeanette’s Healthy Living

I have a real treat for you today, Jeanette from Jeanette’s Healthy Living is here to share some of her favorite gluten-free recipes, introduce us to the world of running a household with 4 boy...

07 may 12

The Coup

This was the scene outside of our house yesterday morning before I headed into the city to meet a friend for brunch. It’s May… come on now, is snow really necessary? The white stuff made ...

06 may 12

South Indian Rice with Lentils (Bisi Bele Bhath)

One-pot meals are the bee’s knees, wouldn’t you agree? The prep time is minimal, ingredients are simple, your kitchen doesn’t get all messy, and dinner is ready in under an hour. I like that. I...

03 may 12 1 person likes this

5 Ingredient Chewy Chocolate Coconut Cookies

Nothing says thank you quite like a batch of homemade cookies. Now, if you want your thank you to be really special, go a step further and make the cookies with chocolate chips, cacao powder, or a bi...

02 may 12 4 people like this

Meal Planning Giveaway!

Whole food eats meal plan subscription program is going on its third month of delivering healthy meal plans. To celebrate, I thought it’d be fun to do a little giveaway. What is whole food eats...

01 may 12 1 person likes this

Gluten-free Cinnamon Buns

How was your weekend? Ours was relaxing and mellow, just what the doctor ordered. I was so tired come Friday that our plan to hang out with friends ground to a halt when I accidentally fell asleep on...

30 apr 12 4 people like this

Blue Star Diner

Kevin and I were downtown this week dropping his Harley off at the stop and decided to treat ourselves for lunch before we went back to the office. We were in the Bridgeland area, the hub of some of ...

28 apr 12

Rooibos Masala Chai

I’ve never been able to handle stimulants very well. Caffeine, sugar, tobacco, even too much cacao can send me over the moon! How I managed to get through adolescence addicted to espresso, coke zero,...

27 apr 12 2 people like this

Fruit and Seed Snack Bread

Whether I’m embarking on a backpacking adventure through India, a road trip to the coast, or living out of a hotel in London, you can just about guarantee I’ve packed a lot of food with m...

26 apr 12 3 people like this

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