No-Bake Ice Cream Sandwich Cookies
Well somehow I managed to pull off shooting this recipe at 38 weeks pregnant on one of the hottest days of summer! Feeling pretty accomplished and impressed with myself right now. There is such a difference between winging a shoot and taking the time to practice before hand. This was one of those times I could not afford to wing it! One of my favourite ways to prepare for a shoot is to look on Pinterest or Instagram for inspiration. I just type in whatever I'm planning to shoot (in this case ...
Chocolate Hemp Protein Balls
While I prefer to get my nutrition from whole foods, protein powders are a great way to boost your intake. I often use them in my morning smoothies to help create a balanced meal and keep me satisfied throughout the day. Lately I've been experimenting with using protein powder in baked goods, raw desserts and other snacks. Manitoba Harvest kindly sent me their new line of hemp-based protein powders and I couldn't resist making a tasty treat! These Chocolate Hemp Protein Balls are packed with ...
Postpartum Perineal Healing Brew
As a first time mama-to-be, it can be overwhelming trying to filter through all of the "need-to-know". Nursery essentials, registry must-haves, hospital bag checklists, birth plans, baby schedules, tests and screenings, prenatal nutrition, supplements, breastfeeding tips and the list goes on. It's hard not to think about all the things we need to do instead of just focusing on taking care of ourselves. While I'm totally guilty of this, I've been making a conscious effort to prioritize ...
Raw Goji Maca Bars
I attended an amazing workshop last summer at Matthew Kenney's culinary school, PLANTLAB. It was all about how to fuel your body pre and post-workout with plant-based foods. I took home some awesome recipes and wanted to share one of my favourites with you! These Raw Goji Maca Bars are packed with nutrient dense superfoods like cacao, goji berries, hemp seeds and maca. They're also loaded with protein and healthy fats, making them the perfect post-workout snack. They're super delicious and a ...
Watermelon Fruit Pizza
I've been craving all things sweet lately. So to keep it healthy, I took inspiration from Choosing Chia and made this delicious Watermelon Fruit Pizza. It's a great kid-friendly snack for a hot day and also makes the perfect healthy dessert. It has become my latest go-to sweet fix and I'm happy to say there's no guilt attached. I've made a few different versions already depending on what fresh fruit and toppings I have on hand. It's easy to switch them up and I love that it tastes great with ...
