Grandmas Armenian Tabuli with Marta

Tabuli Salad today with Marta! This is a special recipe my Grandma and I used to make together- in this same bowl! It’s a dish that’s always at the table for our holiday celebrations. And it will continue to be. It’s healthy and full of memories. Thank you Marta for sharing this moment with me. From my kitchen to yours 🤗 @martascooking  Grandma’s Armenian Tabuli … Continue reading Grandmas Armenian Tabuli with Marta

Lebanese Green Bean Stew (Lubyi) by Danielle | Vegan, Gluten-free, Mediterranean Diet

Today, Lebanese Green bean stew or « Lubyi» 🇱🇧 by @edithandherbert . Thank you Danielle for this delicious, vegan and gluten free dish. Danielle made hers low FODMAP which is something new I learned today 😄. See her version at @lowfodmaplebanese  . This is a very special recipe because Danielle’s mom would make this at least once a week. I like to think that cooking … Continue reading Lebanese Green Bean Stew (Lubyi) by Danielle | Vegan, Gluten-free, Mediterranean Diet

Stuffed Figs with Ricotta, Pistachio and Honey | Gluten-free desserts

Fig season is here! And while eating figs plain and simple is a summer delight, it’s a chefs dream to get their hands on in-season produce. The challenge is on to make it the best-thing-you-ever-tasted kind of food. . This creation is a start! It’s simple and elegant. This fig needs no help. It’s sweet and delicious. So I went for the most hands-off approach.  … Continue reading Stuffed Figs with Ricotta, Pistachio and Honey | Gluten-free desserts

Lamb with Potatoes Tagine

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5 Make Ahead Breakfasts (the night before)

Your biggest excuse to eating healthier is lack of time. It’s all about planning! Make these simple breakfast recipes the night before, so you don’t have to worry about it in the morning. You are setting yourself up for success. (And I bet you will be excited to wake up too!) There is no better way to start the day than with a healthy breakfast … Continue reading 5 Make Ahead Breakfasts (the night before)

4 Hot Diets Explained

Paleo or Caveman  Focus: Eliminate highly processed foods and have lots of fruits and vegetables  Foods to eat: Lean meat, eggs, fish, nuts and seeds  Avoid: Dairy and sugar  Plate composition:  50% green and non-starchy vegetables 20% starchy veg, beans and grains 10% fat  20% protein Macrobiotic Focus: Purpose to achieve balance in your life. Plant based diet, high fiber is good for heart health and to prevent … Continue reading 4 Hot Diets Explained