Monthly Archives: August 2011

“Back to School and Reality” Veggie Wrap

Posted on August 29, 2011 by

Back to school, back to work, back to a regular schedule?  What ever you are back to, lunch can be so much easier if you make this wrap ahead of time, and have it on the ready for your lunch … Continue reading →

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Superfoods From the Garden: Grow it, Cook it, and Achieve the Best Health Ever – Review and Giveaway

Posted on August 26, 2011 by

Superfoods From the Garden: Grow it, Cook it, and Achieve the Best Health Ever, by Michael van Straten, published by Cico Books.  Is a book full of great gardening tips and nutritional advice for the foods we need to eat … Continue reading →

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Enjoying Edamame

Posted on August 26, 2011 by

The green soybean Edamame, has been a part of the Asian diet for thousands of years. The green soybeans are picked before they ripen, young and green. It grows in clusters on bushy branches. Once picked, it is boiled and … Continue reading →

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Pasta with Red and Golden Cherry Tomatoes

Posted on August 24, 2011 by

What’s for dinner? Got lots of tiny tomatoes? Some pasta?  Pasta and tomatoes, what a great combination, along with a little cheese, it’s a healthy, nutritious meal.  This dish can be made in a moment’s notice.  It can come together … Continue reading →

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Healing Foods: Prevent or Treat Common Illnesses with Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs and More – Review and Giveaway

Posted on August 21, 2011 by

Healing Foods: Prevent or Treat Common Illnesses with Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs and More, by Dale Pinnock, published by Skyhorse Publishing.  Is a new and inspiring approach to show how easy and enjoyable eating for health can be. About the Book … Continue reading →

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Crabapple Creations

Posted on August 18, 2011 by

These cute firm little “mini-apples” are a joy to play with to explore a new and different taste experience.  The sweet, yet tart and sour flavour lends itself to go well as a garnish with many meat dishes such as … Continue reading →

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The Elderberry

Posted on August 18, 2011 by

The Elderberry has been around, wild in fence rows or cultivated for many years and have long been used for many different types of things such as wine, pies and jam. It is not recommended to eat them raw.  Some … Continue reading →

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Eggplant, Love it or Leave it, You Decide

Posted on August 13, 2011 by

Eggplant. Love it or Leave it! I am learning to love it.  The name eggplant, rather than its true name aubergine,  refers to the fruits of some 18th century European cultivars which were yellow or white and resembled goose or hen’s eggs. … Continue reading →

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The Whole Foods Kosher Kitchen: Glorious Meals Pure and Simple – Review and Giveaway

Posted on August 12, 2011 by

The Whole Foods Kosher Kitchen: Glorious Meals Pure and Simple, by Levana Kirschenbaum with Lisa R. Young PhD RD, published by Skyhorse Publishing.  Promotes healthy living, eating and nutritious tips for becoming a healthier you. About the Book “Eat Yourself … Continue reading →

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Sweet Basil

Posted on August 5, 2011 by

Basil is commonly used fresh in cooked recipes. It is generally added at the last moment, as cooking quickly destroys its flavour. The fresh herb can be kept for a short time in plastic bags in the refrigerator, or for … Continue reading →

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