Wow, friends, it’s been a while since my last recipe post! How has everyone been? Life has been so hectic around here despite the fact that we are home most of the time. We are in the midst of a major master bathroom/closet renovation, all…

Swedish meatballs are such a treat, smothered in a rich gravy either as an appetizer or served over a bed of egg noodles for a comforting dinner on a chilly night. Often served with lingonberry jam on the side, each little bite-sized ball is a…

I’ve always had a love affair with cornbread. In fact, when I was pregnant with my daughter, it was all I craved (along with jugs of freshly squeezed orange and grapefruit juices). Almost every morning on my way to work, I would stop to get…

It’s a brand new year, and although the world around us has gone absolutely bonkers, we should all try our best to achieve wellness in our own way. Whether that means reducing your refined sugar intake or eating more plants, a few small steps in…

Life is all about balance, am I right? Eating well the majority of the time and not depriving yourself of the things you love is key. When you eat in moderation and treat yourself occasionally, it’s better for body and mind. With that said, my…

A fresh batch of granola each week is something I love to set aside time for. It takes just a few minutes to pull together if you have a well-stocked pantry. I love this granola for breakfast sprinkled on Greek yogurt and drizzled with honey…

Tell me, are you still eating Christmas leftovers and binging on cookies? Or are you ready for a clean start and lighter food? I made this salmon dish for dinner a few weeks back and then I got so busy with the holidays, I never…

Each year during the Christmas season, my grandmother would bake up dozens and dozens of cookies. She baked tirelessly in the days leading up to Christmas, making several varieties of cookies, among many other things! She would arrange the cookies in metal tins or on…

Brazilian cheese bread, also known as pao de queijo in Portuguese, are small, baked rolls made from tapioca flour, making it naturally gluten free. This traditional bread is a popular snack in Brazil and has become a mainstay freezer item in many stores here in…

Part custard, part cheesecake, this Greek-inspired dessert is a traditional, sweet dish from the island of Sifnos in the Southern Aegean. It’s nothing short of fantastic! Reminiscent of the traditional Greek dessert flavors of orange, nutmeg, cinnamon and honey, melopita is typically enjoyed for dessert…