Groceries: everybody needs ’em! As one of the unwavering expenses in most of our lives, grocery spending is a common area that many people would love to cut down on. For as gratifying as it may feel to fill your basket with items that aren’t necessarily on your list in the moment, it can be … Easy ways to save on your grocery bill without sacrificing the foods you love
There are few things more personal in this world than the food that we put in our bodies. Everything from our upbringing, religion, culture, and society impacts our personal relationship to food, which explains why we all hold such differing opinions. Any casual Google search related to the word “diet” will bring up a plethora … How to navigate triggering diet talk
Cooking can be exhausting. If you’re the primary cook in your household, you’re probably no stranger to how much of an undertaking it can be or how deserved taking a break feels. After all, preparing a meal doesn’t start the moment you enter the kitchen; first, you need to determine what you want to make, … How to continue eating well on days when you don’t feel like cooking
The other day we were all talking about the little things we’re missing during the pandemic, and I realized that, of all things, I really miss spa water! Going to the gym, or the spa, was a regular part of many people’s pre-pandemic self-care routine. Whether you prefer lifting, or hitting the elliptical, or a … Spa Water
Frozen food! So convenient, so easy! And also, sometimes, pretty expensive :/ but good news! If you’ve got access to fresh produce, a freezer, and a bit of time, it’s super cheap and easy to prep your own frozen fruits & veggies! The basics: Always wash your produce, and dry it thoroughly before freezing. Most … Freeze your own fruits & veggies!
A few years ago, I got really into making pasta. I didn’t (and still don’t) have a pasta maker, so for me the process involved making the dough by hand, and then rolling it out on my counter, and then cutting it into shape with a knife. It took a bit of work, but what came … Baby Wipes, Fast & Slow
DIY Citrus Infused Household Cleaner This recipe for homemade all purpose citrus cleaner not only smells great but is non-toxic and cost effective to boot! 1-2 quarts white vinegar 3 cups combination of orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit, or pomelo fruit peels 3-4 drops 100% pure orange, lemon or grapefruit essential oils ((optional)) 1-2 quart … DIY Citrus Infused Household Cleaner
Image by Joyocity, licensed under CC BY 2.0 Food means so much to us, in part because it’s delicious and in part because it’s so intimately connected to memory. That said, it’s also where we do some of our most delicious experimentation! In the spirit of the holidays, we love a roast turkey, but we … What’s YOUR Turkey?
Kiddo starting school for the first time this year? Make this the best school year ever with these simple tips. The Lunch Gear Many TDSB schools are eco-school certified and committed to zero waste lunches. That means if you’re sending lunches and snacks to school in disposable packaging, you can expect garbage, recyclables and … 5 tips for starting the school year off right
Watermelon, Cucumber and Feta Salad Honey Vinaigrette 3 tbsp honey 3 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil pinch of salt freshly ground black pepper (to taste) Watermelon Salad 2 lb watermelon (peeled, cubed) 2 English cucumber (cubed) 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (torn) 1/4 cup fresh mint leave (torn) 1/2 cup crumbled … Watermelon, Cucumber and Feta Salad