Colourful Palate

We’re always making new versions of the classic No Bake Cheesecake. It’s one of our family’s favourite recipes, not just because it tastes amazing, but because it’s a fairly low calorie, high protein, low sugar, gluten free, and oh-so creamy. The other cool thing about this Continue reading »

My fascination with bubble tea started a few years ago, but I had never had the gumption to try to make it at home. For one thing, I had no idea where to get those giant tapioca pearls…and I had no idea how to cook them.

Then, when I moved to the city for college, my Continue reading »

Last night I was happily eating my favourite healthy dessert when the thought came to me…

“Charissa, you haven’t shared this piece of heaven on your blog yet…”

So today’s missions to share one of the yummiest AND ridiculously simple treats ever. It’s pretty low in Continue reading »

Want the quickest, easiest soup recipe ever?

This recipe is exactly that. Growing up, I remember having this for lunch when we were all in a hurry and just wanted something quickly…or for those times unexpected company popped in for lunch.

If you’re vegan or dairy free Continue reading »

Love. Hearts. Flowers.

But most of all…chocolate.

This is why I like Valentines Day. The only reason. Haha, just kidding…our family has a special tradition of giving each other Continue reading »

While I love stashing store bought bars in my bag for when I’m out and about, it can get a little pricey.

That’s why, from time to time, I like to make a big batch of homemade bars. I will wrap each bar in plastic wrap and freeze most of them until I need them.

Cost effective and Continue reading »

Staying healthy during the holidays is a bit of a challenge. There’s so much delicious temptation at your beck and call all day long.

Thankfully, there are some things we can do so we don’t fall completely apart at the buffet table. For Continue reading »