If you are not into smoothies (yet!) then you have to try this one. It is creamy and satisfying with hints of vanilla and sweetness. This smoothie reminds me of drinking a fruity sorbet – without all the added sugar. It is the kind of smoothie that will get you hooked on smoothies in general without using any ‘funny’ ingredients. It will leave you feeling invigorated and energized – the perfect way to start off 2014 don’t ya think?
The past few weeks I have been home in Canada and it has been freezing here – even dropping below -30Β°C at some points! With this frigid weather, the holidays, and everything in between it is no surprise that tons of people around me are getting sick with winter colds. One of the biggest problems with winter and healthy eating is that – let’s get real – it is much harder to eat well during the wintertime. It is difficult to find good quality, organic fresh produce (especially in the great white north). That is why I use 100% frozen fruit in this smoothie – it not only makes this smoothie very creamy but also the fruit is much fresher than those pinkish/green strawberries we see in the grocery store this time of year. There is a common misconception that frozen fruit is not as good for you – but in fact, because the fruit is flash frozen once it is ideal for consumption – it contains all the nutrients that are often lost in the fruit that is picked way before it’s ripe and transported over long distances.
Being home has been a-m-a-z-i-n-g. I have spent great quality time with family, friends and loved ones who I have so dearly missed. My other half was also able to come home with me and we spent our first Christmas together on the same continent (here’s to all the international couples out there!). We ate (lots), drank (lots), went tobogganing, enjoyed being in Toronto and even went to see my favourite musical of all time Les Miserables. We even flew in during the ice storm and safely landed with hardly any delays — how is that for lucky?!
This holiday season and this past year have been unforgettable – I have grown so much as a person, achieved so many of my health goals, became a runner, started this food blog, moved across the world to be with the one I love, and started my Master’s. Here’s to another great, successful year – I am already dreaming up of the many feats I want to enjoy and accomplish this year. Here is to another year filled with happiness, health, and surrounded by the people we love.Let’s make this year our best!
My new obsession is no bake cookies like these No Bake Chocolate Coconut Oat Cookies. They are full of chocolate, chewy & soft like a traditional cookie without any baking required! These cookies are based off a Chocolate Macaroon cookie that is sold in a bakery near my mom’s house. J is obsessed with them….
Soft, sweet and moist Buttermilk Vegan Cornbread Muffins. This tender Cornbread makes the perfect breakfast with maple syrup and berries or serve warm as an appetizer with dinner.
Easy Vegan Mac and Cheese that comes together in only 25 minutes for a simpleΒ meal any night of the week. Gluten free macaroni is covered in a rich and creamy cheese sauce. Serve with steamed broccoli or a side salad for a complete meal!
This week has been crazy busy and a lot of fun. My love J celebrated his birthday and I successfully threw him a surprise party with all of his closest friends in our cozy little apartment. I met him after work at our favourite sushi spot and I could hardly keep a straight face while…
Do you like buying food in bulk? J came back from a trip to Canada yesterday and my Family stocked him up with all my baking and cooking essentials from Costco and Davidβs Tea. I think that liking things in bulk is totally an American/Canadian thing. I just like knowing that I have chia seeds…
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This looks delish! I love using frozen fruits in the winter time, especially in smoothies. Thank you!
Thank you Lindsay – me too – I love how much energy frozen fruit smoothies gives me even during the cold times of the year π