September 1, 2017
A hot summer can dry us out, creating sensations of thirst, overheating, headache and inflammation. While drinking plenty of water is key, there are certain foods that can help to cool and moisten our systems and help us maintain balance in the summer heat and throughout the year too. Many of these hydrating foods are, happily, in season and can…
July 1, 2017
Edible flowers add bursts of colour to your summer meals At last, summer is in full bloom and so are we. Flowers add to the beauty of it all, but they can also help us beat the heat. When the heat gets to be too much we can experience a flushed face, headache, and feelings of heatstroke. To help alleviate…
June 1, 2017
Island beaches can do more than just nourish your soul. If you learn to recognize the distinctive, bright green seaweed known as sea lettuce, you can wildcraft your own nutritional supplement. This common local species contains more iron than beef! Easy to identify, sea lettuce gets started in the estuaries in April. As it matures, it can be found along…
May 1, 2017
Celebrating the humble dandelion, a wonder food not a weed While those who yearn for pristine green lawns may beg to differ, the dandelion is one of nature’s finest designs. From top to bottom, this hearty plant offers up plenty of delicious and healthy benefits. The cheery yellow tops can be collected when in full flower and turned into a…
April 1, 2017
Discover maple syrup’s fresher, lightly sweetened sister, maple sap Warmer days paired with cold nights bring on the annual sap run. There is no better way to celebrate the thaw than a trip to your local sugar shack. Everybody loves maple syrup, but more and more people are discovering the joy and health benefits of drinking the unrefined sap, straight…
March 1, 2017
With the first day of spring in our sights, we begin to think about detoxing the stagnant accumulations of winter through dietary changes. As weather warms and light lengthens, we no longer need to stick to warming, well-cooked foods in order to eat with the season. To harmonize with the shift and eat with the energetics of spring, it is…
February 1, 2017
While you brace for yourself for another February day on PEI don’t resent all those folks who leave as soon as the weather turns. Instead, warm yourself inside with the knowledge that oysters taste best in the months with an “r” in their name. Just as fine wines are determined by ‘terroir’ – the relationship of land, sun, and unique…
January 1, 2017
Chinese vegetables give Islanders more options for winter fare After December’s excesses and lack of light, January brings on a desire to simplify, detox, and eat more greens. While this month may still be dark, at least you can harness the light photosynthesized into chlorophyll by plants. And now, due to our rising Chinese population, a whole new slew of…
December 1, 2016
Bone broth packs a nutritious, delicious punch while reducing food waste. From the trendiest restaurants in Manhattan, to the wellness ads on your social media feed, the glory of bone broth is making itself known. Once the lot of home economists, bone broth is now on the radar for its savory flavor, versatility and health benefits. Simple to make, easy…
November 1, 2016
Food choices you make in late fall can help fortify your body for winter. In general, this means moving away from cold, raw foods and eating more baked, stewed, and warming foods until spring arrives. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, fall wind and dryness impacts on the lungs, skin, and large intestine. Moisten them by eating mushroom soups, stewed or…