It’s that time of year again. Pie in the oven, holidays in the air, and pumpkin spice in (almost) everything. October is National Dessert Month, and I am all for treating yourself! As I’ve written in the past, dessert should…
With everyone full swing into the new school year, simple meals are all the rage. Easy to prep, easy to clean make for a happy family. It doesn’t get much more manageable than a sheet pan dinner. Line a pan…
In a world where convenience is king, ready-to-eat foods can be a bane or a blessing. They either make for a choice you later regret or one you make sure to repeat. They can hold you back or up your…
I love surprises. Ever since I was little, I’ve enjoyed surprise birthday and Christmas gifts. There’s something about the excitement and anticipation that makes them so delightful. The same goes for food. There’s something so wonderful about an unexpected amuse-bouche…
Japanese food is my favorite. Growing up, our family would go to our local Japanese restaurant almost every Thursday. My dad even spilled miso soup on me there as a baby. No hard feelings Dad! As an adult, I’ve been…
When I met Rose, the founder of Munkijo Organics, at Expo West this year, I was in for a pleasant surprise. With almost 2800 vendors at the show and many of them producing coconut products, it takes a lot to…
Cooking can be intimidating. There are so many ingredients, steps, and ways to mess up dinner. I used to think that cooking was a talent, but it’s actually about ratios, methods and templates. Once you know and understand these, you…
Disclaimer: I received free samples of Sabra Hummus mentioned in their post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Sabra and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for…
Buying vegetable broth is silly. No judgement if you still buy veggie broth in cans or cartons – I did the same. But now I know how easy it is to make it at home. With scraps. Which basically makes…
If you don’t know by now, I do CrossFit. Some of my friends like to tell me I belong to the CrossFit cult. Either way, I do hard workouts that can leave my muscles tired and sore. Like most people,…
Michaela Ballmann, MS RD CLT is an Integrative Dietitian, nutrition consultant, podcast host, and blogger. She is enthusiastic about guilt-free eating, whole person care, and nourishing food. Her main interest is in helping people to love food, their bodies, and themselves.
