Grilled Sea Bass with Sauce Vierge and Tomato/Olive Gremolata

Serves 2 and perfect for an intimate dinner date Fish and pasta always complement each other with beautiful delicacy. Sea Bass is my favorite fish, so I’ve grilled a fillet and paired this with angel hair pasta tossed in a sauce vierge and a tomato & olive gremolata. Simple, easy and divine. Enjoy! Grilled Sea…

Early Summer Asparagus, Orange & Hazelnut Salad

This is a perfect late Spring / early Summer potluck dish to enjoy during lazy, long BBQ weekends with friends.  Asparagus is one of those ‘ritual vegetables’ signaling a change in seasons, with new produce on offer.  It pairs beautifully with feta, citrus and mint for a clean dish that’s light and refreshing, yet packed…

Healthy Fats, Butters & Oils

There’s so much confusion today about which oils to use and whether butter or other fats are healthy for you. We need healthy fats as part of our regular diet.  They support hormone metabolism, brain function, and our cardiovascular health!  A Mediterranean diet contains a good variety of health-promoting fats from different sources. So what are…

Poached Eggs, Asparagus & Leeks with Lemon Vinaigrette

To me, this light dish represents the first hints of Spring!! The sun is slowly starting to peek through the winter clouds to brighten up the days!!  During this transition, I believe we start to yearn for lighter foods – even with a little citrus zest! I tend to combine grilling and roasting in many…

Fish ‘en Papillote’

Making fish ‘en Papillote’ simply means that it’s cooked within parchment paper that’s folded into a pouch.  This helps to preserve the moisture of the fish.  It’s a nice style to cook when entertaining guests – as each person can receive their own fish packet that opens into a very aromatic dish.  Fish has tremendous…

Cream of Wild Mushroom & Jerusalem Artichoke Soup

Sometimes, there’s absolute beauty in simplicity and this soup is a superb example.  It’s very easy to prepare and perfect for a winter week night – especially after a long busy day!  I was inspired by finding the most beautiful wild mushrooms at the market, which contain a depth in flavor that’s perfect for this…

Why Blood Sugar is More Important than Calories –

What is Blood Sugar? The blood sugar concentration or blood glucose level is the amount of glucose (sugar) present in the blood. The body naturally regulates blood glucose levels to very closely to ensure your cells receive a constant supply of fuel. How Blood Sugar (Glucose) Works? Glucose is a carbohydrate (simple sugar).  It’s the primary source of energy for the majority of…

Breakfast in Bed – Gluten Free Pear & Toasted Walnut Crepes

A perfect excuse to lay in on your Sunday.  These crepes are gluten-free and delicious!  They’re simple to make, which has you retreating back into the comfort of your bedroom in no time! Some days, we need an extra treat to capture the mood of our morning.  The Pear & Toasted Walnut Crepes are an…

Simple Chicken Stock

Here’s a simple chicken stock to make at home. Bone broths are rich in so many nutritions, including calcium, phosphorus, silicon, sulphur and other trace minerals…  It’s the ideal winter superfood. Bone broths also have glucosamine and gelatin, which are often sold as expensive supplements to support  joint health and beauty.  Gelatin is a therapeutic…