My Real Food Life

08/11/2012

The Primal Italian: Spaghetti Puttanesca (GF, Primal, Vegan Option)

The secret to a great Puttanesca? Home made dried olives. Check out my pasta-free Spaghetti Squash Puttanesca to find out- http://www.myrealfoodlife.com/the-primal-italian-un-spaghetti-puttanesca-gf-primal-vegan-option/

Hi Folks! This is a re-post from my trip to Italy last year, in preparation for a Gkluten Free Italian cooking class I'm doing next week (including home made gluten free pasta!) ... I'll be at DiVino Wine Studio Aug 13- in case you are curious. :) *** After spending 5 amazing weeks i...

08/10/2012

Hello gang! I have a little treat for you- I've collected my FAVE gluten free and grain free and allergen-free BREAD recipes all together in one spot- you WILL find one that works for you!! Check it out! http://pinterest.com/myrealfoodlife/bread-gluten-free-paleo-raw-vegan/

08/03/2012

The Whole Life Nutrition Kitchen: Gluten-Free + Vegan + Sugar-Free Cake

Nut Free Gluten Free and Allergen Free folks- check out this great chocolate cake recipe from Whole Life Nutrition Kitchen! http://www.nourishingmeals.com/2009/02/gluten-free-vegan-sugar-free-chocolate.html

07/28/2012

Food Photography and Food Styling Workshop in Montreal | La Tartine Gourmande

omg. In ottawa or montreal? you MUST check out this Food Styling and photography workshop!! http://www.latartinegourmande.com/2012/07/27/food-photography-and-food-styling-workshop-in-montreal/

I am very excited to announce what follows. With the wonderful help of Mayssam, I will be returning to Montréal in September to teach two

07/25/2012

The 3 Biggest Fermenting Mistakes You’re Already Making | Food Renegade

some *really* helpful safety tips for doing your own fermentation http://www.foodrenegade.com/3-biggest-fermenting-mistakes-youre-already-making/

If you naturally ferment probiotic rich food at home like sauerkraut, you may or may not be aware of the recent controversy surrounding mason jar ferments. Recently, Lea from Nourishing Treasures did a series of posts in which she tested 18 different sauerkraut fermentation set ups to see which ones...

07/24/2012

My Top Ten Repurposed Household Containers | One Good Thing by Jillee

wow! so many ideas for home made detergent, cleaners, and reuseable containers here -- http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2012/07/repurposed-containers-2.html

I am one of those people who has a really hard time throwing used containers away! I’m not a candidate for the show “Hoarders”…yet. :-) But I just hate the idea of throwing away perfectly good, perfectly reusable things. Especially when they can be so helpful around the house in other ways.

07/18/2012

:: Good Girl Gone Green » Avocado Fudge ::

Looking for a healthy dessert? Check out this avocado-based fudge! http://www.goodgirlgonegreen.com/recipes/avocado-fudge

A few months ago, I stumbled upon Purely Twins- a great site with lots of raw and vegan recipes. Yum. What caught my eye was their Triple Layer Mini Protein Brownie Cakes. As soon as I saw the recipe, I created it right away and am so happy I did. Best. Treat. Ever. No exaggeration here. Every time...

07/17/2012

Myrealfoodlife

Almost all my recipes are finally on Pinterest. What a visually easy way to navigate! http://pinterest.com/source/myrealfoodlife.com/

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07/17/2012

How to Substitute Eggs and Binding Agents

Top post: How to Replace Eggs in Baking. (it can be done!) http://www.myrealfoodlife.com/part-2-how-to-substitute-eggs-and-binding-agents/

So if you are like me and can't have eggs because of an intolerance or if you are vegan, coming up with binding agents is a bit of a challenge. Especially if you are baking without the natural stick of gluten in your flour! You'll notice that a combination of 'sticky' ingredients brings the best ...

07/17/2012

Are Nuts And Seeds Healthy? | Paleo Diet Lifestyle

Is it safe to have lots of nuts and seeds in your diet? An interesting article about keeping your Omega 6 fatty acids in balance. http://paleodietlifestyle.com/are-nuts-and-seeds-healthy/

Nuts and seeds are a favorite choice of snack among many people who follow a paleo diet, but are they really a healthy source of fat and protein?

07/16/2012

Circle of Moms Top 25 Contest

Cooking for allergies? Have you seen the Top 25 Food Allergy Mom blogs? great info! http://www.circleofmoms.com/top25/top-food-allergy-blogs-2011?trk=t25_top-food-allergy-blogs-2011

Top 25 Food Allergy Mom Blogs - Are you a mom blogger with a food-allergic family member? We're searching for the best food allergy mom blogs --...

07/16/2012

HEALTH: Gut Healing, Intolerances, Allergies

Fats and Oils: Which to Eat and Which to Ditch- a helpful guide- just click on the thumbnail! http://pinterest.com/pin/270567890083782180/

Fats and Oils: Which to Eat, Which to Ditch

07/15/2012

Zucchini Chips

in the meantime, have you seen these zucchini chips?! neato! http://www.traditional-foods.com/recipes/zucchini-chips/#

Blog post at Traditional Foods : A couple of years ago we found a bag of seasoned

07/15/2012

I owe you guys 3 popsicle recipes! they are still coming, i promise!! Sometimes life interferes a bit , bit i'm still bringing them out . Hopefully tomorrow!

07/13/2012

a little thought. i like it. http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=411113805592149&set=a.202671306436401.44474.194198467283685&type=1&theater

The word of the day is, Thrive.

07/13/2012

How to grow pea shoots

wow. i wish i had found this gardening blog earlier this spring. its SO helpful!! http://www.verticalveg.org.uk/how-to-grow-pea-shoots/

Pea shoots are great for small spaces – they grow fast, taste delicious and don’t need much sun. Easy to grow, they’re also perfect to try if you’re starting out. Seeing (and eating!) the fruits of your labour in just

07/12/2012

10 Easy Ways To Preserve Herbs : TipNut.com

neato! 10 ways to preserve herbs- i love the salt idea! http://tipnut.com/preserve-herbs/#

Enjoying a big bounty of fresh herbs from the garden this year? Fresh is best when it comes to cooking with them, but here are ten easy ways you can preserve them for year-round use (along with a nifty tip at the bottom of the page for crushing them fast).

07/12/2012

Why I NEVER Use Agave

Some interesting points on using, or not using agave nectar. What do you think? http://realfoodforager.com/why-i-never-use-agave/

I’ve noticed that many people use agave in their recipes even though they are Real Foodies. I just think they may not have heard the truth about agave. According to Russ Bianchi, executive of a globally recognized food and beverage

07/12/2012

Vertical Veg – inspiring and supporting food growing in tiny spaces

my new fave blog about gardening in the city... wow http://www.verticalveg.org.uk/

Looking for inspiration and practical advice on how to grow food in containers? Vertical Veg offers ideas, tips and training to make the most of small spaces.

07/11/2012

i think its about time i get some awesome popsicle recipes up- what do you say guys? 3 posts in one day, or should i spread them out over the week? We've got Mango Orange, Kiwi Lime, and chocolate mocha cream- all dairy and sugar free :D

07/11/2012

omg, guys! so delicious! split open a vanilla bean into a large caraffe of home made lemonade. This is the most decadent lemonade, ever. Vanilla and citrus is a phenomenal combination!

07/09/2012

I Ate Ottawa

O-town peeps- the newest coolest little foodblog i have just found. you will LOVE: http://iateottawa.wordpress.com/

A taste of the good stuff and where to find it

07/09/2012

if you ever visit my house, please keep in mind... http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151060418805874&set=a.320539725873.194903.169756485873&type=1&theater

When you're at Nonna's house....

07/09/2012

VEG: Salads, Sides, Raw and Cooked

Oh goodness... check out this gorgeous Orange Avocado Salad! http://pinterest.com/pin/270567890083725936/?timeline=1&fb_action_ids=10150944265467175&fb_action_types=pinterestapp%3Apin&fb_source=aggregation&fb_aggregation_id=10151052373147165

Orange Avocado Salad

07/08/2012

Great for dinner- Grilled Eggplant red Pepper Eye of Round Rolls- http://www.myrealfoodlife.com/grilled-eggplant-redpepper-rolls-gf-paleo-acd/

07/08/2012

Ditch The Jar…Pick Up The Bar! Make Your Own Lotion Bars (or WIN some in our Giveaway)! | One Good T

neato.. a super easy home made lotion bar! what an easy way to avoid chemicals... http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2012/04/make-your-own-lotion-bars.html

What is a lotion bar you ask? Well, I’m glad I’m not the only one who didn’t know. :-) Lotion bars are just what the name implies…they are solid at room temperature, but once you hold them in your hands for a few seconds your body heat will soften it allowing you to rub it on those much needed area...

07/06/2012

Gluten Free Vegan Banana Snacking Cake (xanthan free, sugar free)

GF Vegan Banana Snacking Cake. Yummy at breakfast :) http://www.myrealfoodlife.com/gluten-free-vegan-banana-snacking-cake-xanthan-free-sugar-free/

Good morning peeps! I have a new cake for you- its a snacking cake. Whats a snacking cake?? A snacking cake is slightly more sturdy than a regular cake - it holds together well, but still has a light crumb. Its a touch less sweet than regular cake and so its perrrrfect for breakfast. Serve it ...

07/06/2012

The Cheater's Guide to Real Food

The Cheater's Guide to Real Food. Love it. http://nourishedkitchen.com/the-cheaters-guide-to-real-food/

How to enjoy the benefits of real, whole foods even if you have no time or hate to cook. Eight simple steps for real food cheaters.

07/06/2012

Avocado Mocha Frosting - The Food Lovers Kitchen

Ever heard of paleo-style icing? This is terrific! http://beta.primal-palate.com/recipe/avocado-mocha-frosting/

07/04/2012

Raw Creamy Banana Strawberry Avocado Smoothie

Strawberry Banana Smoothie -great for a hot july morning. http://www.myrealfoodlife.com/raw-creamy-banana-strawberry-smoothie/

I never really got what the big deal was about smoothies. It always seemed to be a bunch of nameless swamp coloured concoctions that, to be honest, really didn't make my mouth water. Now I totally get it. I tried a few times to make my own smoothies but you know what always seemed to be missing?...

07/02/2012

so giddy... guys, i just picked my very first cucumber from my garden. hooooly smokes its delicious. ! i can't wait for everything to start popping up!

07/01/2012

Yummy Food

wow. probably the healthiest ice cream recipe i have ever seen! http://pinterest.com/pin/245305510923941914/

Ice cream without the guilt.... Nothing but frozen bananas, spoonful of peanut butter and spoonful of cocoa!!!!

07/01/2012

Apple Radish Salad | My Real Food Life

Apple Radish Salad- Super easy and fresh http://www.myrealfoodlife.com/apple-radish-salad/

I always thought I hated radishes, honestly. Apparently this can

06/30/2012

Alea Fenice (MyRealFoodLife.com) (myrealfoodlife)

Finally! Pinterest Boards FULL of great meal ideas! Check them out! http://pinterest.com/myrealfoodlife/

Alea is using Pinterest, an online pinboard to collect and share what inspires you.

06/29/2012

Thinking of windowsill gardening? Have you seen this terrific pop bottle idea? http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=413501842021942&set=a.191856864186442.38443.117021665003296&type=1&theater