A tender and fluffy loaf cake that is perfect for a relaxing boxing day afternoon. Made with Canadian spelt flour and Canadian cranberries, this loaf cake is flavored with wintery cardamom and cinnamon, and balanced with orange juice. It’s an egg free, dairy free coffee cake finished with a very simple glaze and plenty of poppy seeds to add visual interest. Made with my favorite flour, Hockley Valley Light Spelt Flour, for a loaf that is more flavorful and higher in fiber than typical all purpose flour.
Read moreSingle-Use Plastic or Allergy Safe Eats? The Impact of my Allergies on the Environment
Food for thought on the impact of food allergy on the environment, given the amount of single use plastic products we consume.
Read moreI'm Obsessed with Allison Roman's "The Stew"/"The Soup"
Allison Roman’s recipe for Spiced Chickpea Stew with Coconut and Turmeric, or “The Soup” or “The Stew” (everyone likes their own level of soupy-ness) has been popping up on my feed like crazy. Yesterday I decided that enough was enough, I had to make the recipe that was driving me crazy with cravings.
Read moreFood Allergies Portrayed in the Media (TV and Film) and That Food Allergy Scene in Netflix's "You"
Food Allergies Portrayed in the Media (TV and Film) and That Food Allergy Scene in Netflix's "You". Includes an exhaustive list of clips and references of food allergies portrayed in movies and TV shows. Food allergies used to be portrayed as fluff content, something to laugh at. Characters would have comical reactions with no real consequences, epinephrine would be used incorrectly, etc. Recent shows such as Netflix’s “You” are showing anaphylactic reactions in a real way. Maybe this is a sign of progress.
Read moreThere's More To Me Than Food Allergies!
Food allergies are a big part of our lives, but does not define us. I’m sharing more about myself and what makes me ME!
Read moreSimple Loaded Breakfast Bananas
Don’t let the simplicity of this image fool you. Loaded breakfast bananas are absolutely delicious and make a fantastic vehicle for all kinds of flavors. It’s also a fantastic meal idea for kids and you can let them add their own flavors.
Read moreSummery Tomato Soup with Toasted Croutons
A simple and easy summer recipe idea!
Read moreHot Kale, Cauliflower, and Asparagus Salad
An easy summer salad recipe that pairs perfectly with grilled meats
Read morePastel Rainbow Smoothie Bowl
Sweet, tart, and savory combine in this beautiful pastel rainbow smoothie bowl
Read moreToasted Coconut Energy Balls (nut-free)
Vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, top 8 allergen-free energy balls with toasted coconut, dried fig, and chocolate.
Read moreVegan Summer Cesar Salad
All the flavors and textures of a Cesar salad without the dairy, egg, or gluten! Pumpkin seeds replace croutons, and a creamy avocado dressing coats each delicious leaf of this bright and healthy salad.
Read moreAmazing Travels - Despite Food Allergy Fears and Frustrations
This is the story of one recent journey to Western and Central Europe, which highlights my belief that being as informed, prepared and empowered as possible facilitates an easier, relaxing and more enjoyable journey.
Read moreSimple Substitutes for Nuts and Peanuts
Simple allergen-free substitutes for nuts and peanuts
Read moreNatural, Top 8-Free Winter Skin Care Remedies
Guest post from Melanie of Dalish Cosmetics on how to create natural, allergy-friendly skincare products using ingredients from your pantry.
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