No one would ever suspect that these chocolatey sweet potato brownies are gluten-free, vegan, and secretly wholesome! Pureed sweet potato adds natural sweetness and lots of moisture for the fudgiest texture. If you’ve yet to try sweet potato brownies, consider this your sign. The universe is telling you: it’s brownie time. And no, this isn’t...
These vegan carrot cake pancakes are like eating carrot cake for breakfast—and that’s definitely a good way to start any day! They’re perfect for meal prepping and the cozy spiced flavour pairs perfectly with the maple cream cheese drizzle. Carrot cake is my favourite cake of all time, so I’m always happy to incorporate that...
This cowboy caviar recipe is a fresh and colourful mix of beans and veggies that’s also an absolute multitasker! Whether you serve it as a dip for tortilla chips, as a topping, or as a side salad, you’ll love the big, bold Tex-Mex flavour. Regular caviar? Not exactly vegan. But cowboy caviar? Totally plant-based! Now,...
This reverse sear porterhouse steak is smoked low and slow, then finished in a hot cast-iron skillet for a perfect crust and juicy, even doneness. A steakhouse-quality dinner that’s easy enough for weeknights and impressive enough for date night at home. Recipe Highlights ⏱️ Cook Time: 10–12 minutes (plus 2 hours dry brine) 🍴 Serves:...
The best kung pao tofu is the kind you make at home! This recipe has the sweet, savoury, and spicy flavour of the takeout version that makes it so crave-worthy. I always love takeout and I love making it at home too, which is why I am making an effort to make dishes like kung...
Homemade pumpernickel bread is easier than you think! This is a rich, dark, bakery-style loaf with deep rye flavour, with cocoa powder to give it its signature colour and complexity. Bread baking has become a hobby of mine and I always look forward to tackling new varieties. Up until now, I’ve mostly done white bread...
This easy mango basil salsa is a sweet-and-spicy crowd-pleaser, perfect for parties or for snacking at home. You only need 5 ingredients and a few minutes to make it! I grow my own basil—three different varieties, in fact!—so it goes without saying that I am always looking for new ways to use it. Somehow, I’ve never thought...
This beef tenderloin steak recipe delivers a perfect sear, even doneness, and tender, juicy results every time. Perfect for date night, Valentine’s Day, or any special dinner at home. Recipe Highlights ⏱️ Cook Time: 10–12 minutes (plus 2 hours dry brine) 🍴 Serves: 2 👩🏽🍳 Difficulty: Easy 🎯 End Result: Perfectly seared beef tenderloin steak...
Savoury, umami mushrooms and creamy ricotta make a mouthwatering filling for this mushroom ravioli! Pair it with a vegan Parmesan sauce for a restaurant-worthy dinner. After I made butternut squash ravioli, I dreamed of all the other flavours of ravioli I could make. (Yep, you can tell I’m a food blogger by the fact that...
These no bake carrot cake energy bites pack all the cozy, warmly spiced flavours of classic carrot cake into an easy, grab-and-go snack. You only need 7 ingredients for this naturally vegan and gluten-free treat! These carrot cake energy bites are inspired by my very favourite dessert, vegan carrot cake. Because as much as I...