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5 ingredient Grain Free Dog Treats!
A few years ago my husband and I adopted a dog from a rescue society out of Vancouver. He came with the name Chester, and we decided to keep it as it matched the chestnut color of his fur. Although...
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Hawaii part 2 + a kimchi, fried egg and quinoa breakfast dish
Our last evening in Maui I had, unexpectedly, the best meal of our whole trip. We had spent a couple of hours snorkeling at Kapalua beach, which ended up being possibly the best snorkeling of our...
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Mushroom stock with star anise & ginger + a simple soup with black bean...
I bought some dried shiitake mushrooms the other day. They are from the company, The Mushroomery, from Lebanon, Oregon. All of The Mushroomery's mushrooms are ethically wildcrafted and certified...
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No bake Goat Cheese and Lavender Macaroons with Dark Chocolate{gf}
I have always had a love affair with chocolate. For years, I binged on cheap candy bars and Cadbury mini eggs, until I changed my diet and my life. Now, I prefer the slightly bitter, rich taste of...
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Roasted Radish + Arugula Salad w/ White Bean Croutons & Creamy Horseradish...
For a time, I was holding back from being too personal on the blog. I was holding back from putting my heart to page, so to speak. I tried to keep birch & wild less about me and more about food....
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The Mountains
“Climb the mountains and get their good tidings" "Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. " "The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy,...
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Green Shakshuka with Olives & Smoked Paprika
I have written before about my day to day meals. They usually involve a lot of vegetables and some sort of protein (quite often eggs, very occasionally gluten free grains). One of my favorite dishes...
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The end of winter Chocolate Buckwheat Cake w/ Citrus & Rosemary {gf + v}
I love citrus. It is not local to British Columbia, but it is in season for a good chunk of our winter here. And it is in such abundance, too, with many kinds to choose from. I love the sour citrus,...
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Chai Yerba Maté Latte with Manuka Honey {gf}
I don't really consume much caffeine these days. I find I am sensitive to it now. I used to drink at least three coffees a day, plus a few cups of black tea. I never liked that I relied on it to give...
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Sweet Potato & Lentil Meatballs w/ Vegan Korma Sauce & Cauliflower Rice
My Husband and I spent four months in Nepal (and a few weeks in India) a few years back. It was the trip of a lifetime. I fell in love with the countryside, with the colorfulness of life in the busy...
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A trip to Nakusp & a stay at Brouse Creek B & B
My husband and I went on a trip a couple of weeks ago. We were feeling that we hadn't been making time for each other, and feeling like we had too many commitments. Kev recently got a promotion, which...
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Savory Polenta Cakes w/ Roasted Asparagus, Caramelized Leeks & Sheep's Milk Feta
It just rained and the weather outside is on the brink of another shower. Outside it smells fresh like promises, and everything is turning green again. I love the rain. It might seem strange to some,...
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Apple Rhubarb Bars w/ Buckwheat & Almond Meal Crust + Nelson Garden Fest
Usually around this time of year there are a lot of rhubarb recipes on blogs (I posted this one last year), and this year is no exception. I won't post a ton of links, because there are so many I...
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Grilled Cauliflower and Grape Kabobs w/ Moroccan Spices + Herby Millet &...
There is something about grilling that I just love, which is funny, as I don't eat meat. But you know what? Vegetables take on an incredible flavor after they have been grilled. They become sweeter,...
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Strawberry & Ginger waffles w/ Coconut Whip {gf+v}
I am not a person who allows myself to indulge often, but sometimes I find myself craving comfort food that is still wholesome and at least a bit nutritious. Waffles are something we have about twice...
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Tofino + Sobo's Style Fruit Salsa
I have written before about how westocasters know rain better than anyone else. The truth is, not everyone from the coast loves rain. In fact, I have had friends who have left the coast to go to the...
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Garden Before + A hike up Svoboda Road
I thought I would share a few photos of our garden before everything started growing like crazy, and I will post some "after" photos soon. We have beans, carrots, beets, and plenty of greens almost...
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A visit to the Cowichan Valley's Teafarm + Cowichan Caravan Tea cookies {gf}
Tea will always have a special place in my heart. Tea brought me to the mountains (I worked at a backcountry Tea House for six seasons in the Lake Louise area of the Rocky Mountains). Tea brought my...
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No Bake Nut Butter bars w/ Puffed Millet & Dark Chocolate + Texas Peak
There is something about getting to the top of a peak that is just so rewarding. What is it that is rewarding about the experience you may ask? It is partly the view, which is always "wow!" It is also...
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Turmeric Roasted Trail Mix & Superfood Porridge Mix (or how to remain healthy...
At home, I quite often rely on farm fresh eggs for breakfast with a side of kimchi because I know that this is filling and nutritious. Sometimes I find myself throwing a bunch of ingredients into a...
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