Planting spoons, growing health: A sisterhood living well with autoimmunity.
Exploring the impacts of food insecurity and the importance of participating in a more food sovereign world. Climate and communities in crisis We've all been affected by the increasing difficulties related to our economy, our communities, and the environment. Inflation continues to rise and ...
Exploring creative methods to contribute to a food secure household and community, using food sovereignty blueprints. Welcome back! This is Part II to the Urban Food Sovereignty series. Click here to start with Part I, especially if you want to learn what the difference is between food ...
When you just can't wait for spring to start the purge. It was probably around the month of January when I started to feel it: an uncomfortable blend of antsy feelings overlaid by this humming undercurrent of irritability and restlessness. I'd pace around my house, searching and rummaging without ...
How to ensure your "get up and go" morning rituals will fill you with energy, mental clarity, and calm. As a woman living with autoimmune diseases and a history of chronic sleep issues, I'll say first-hand that embracing the day with boundless energy is not what typically materializes. Sadly, ...
Here we go... again Shortly after the holidays our province announced, for the second time in this pandemic, the combination of lockdown and curfew. The omicron COVID-19 virus surged and it impacted our already worn-down and strung-out health care system and economy.... and seemed to have the ...
What to do when you're sleep just isn't enough. One of the most common questions that I get asked is "What can I take to have better sleep?" I'm going to tell you straight up, don't focus on what to take to have better sleep. Focus on what to do, or not do, first. There are multiple ...
Keyword: sustaining The initial act of creating a new habit is easy. We want to do whatever it takes to ensure that a habit draws results, so we set goals and intentions with the expectation that this new habit will bring said results. More money, better relationships, a promotion at work, some ...
It's zesty, it's savoury, it's even got a touch of acid. No, not that kind of acid... Meet your new favourite salad - tabbouleh! The salad that's so easy to make, and yet not boring at all. What comes to mind when I think of tabbouleh is the word FRESH. Originally from Lebanon and Syria, this ...
When I was little my family lived alongside a Lebanese family with whom we've since shared a lifelong friendship. Our families shared so many meals together, and celebrated together during holidays and special events. I have since always loved Lebanese foods and other foods originating from the ...
It's time for fresh garlicky goodness It's summertime and there is an abundance of fresh herbs. On hot days we tend to want to eat light and fresh meals, like salads, fresh fruit, and dips. We all know how popular dips are when we are hosting a party or get-together, and tzatziki is no ...
A table spread of love It's no secret that I love to cook for my friends. I kind of go all out in spoiling them, and I love to see joy on their faces, hear their laughter, and to feel the MMMMMMing of their happily full bellies. Last week was one of those evenings. Beautiful August weather ...
