My husband is part Lebanese and not only did he share with me his difficult to spell last name, he also introduced me to Lebanese Food. I remember the first time I went to his parents’ house for dinner. I was 18 years old and super nervous about what they might serve for dinner. Having … Continue reading
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Can a Kale Salad make you happy?
I was a “Kale virgin” up until February. I was overweight, unhappy and had a huge feeling of hopelessness. I really didn’t think the yo yo diet, down 10lbs then up 15lbs roller coaster would every end. I had joined a gym five months before. I remember being super scared that first class. I was … Continue reading
Fast & Clean Eating
Picture the scene: picked up two hungry kids from day camp, hubby is working late and the dog needs a walk. The thought “no clean eating tonight- no time” enters my head. Rip open a frozen box of easy and throw it in the microwave or finger cooking (using your fingers to dial the pizza … Continue reading
Happy Strawberry Jam
It’s Strawberry season! Last week we were on vacation at the cottage and I was afraid I was going to miss picking strawberries. We bought a basket from a road side stand but those berries were destined for eating and dockside strawberry margaritas. I LOVE to bake so I was hoping the strawberry season would … Continue reading