by felicia.assenza | Jul 17, 2019 | Recipes
With the edible flower touch, this recipe is always a popular conversation starter at any picnic and it’s made with cooling herbs like mint and borage that are perfect for helping to cool down in the summer heat. Summer is my favourite time to get creative with...
by felicia.assenza | Jun 27, 2019 | Recipes
In case you didn’t already know…I love herbs! I love herbal concoctions even more! This Comfrey and Calendula mix is one of my favourites, especially in the summer for healing sunburned skin, itchy bug bites, bumps, bruises, and scrapes. Check out the...
by felicia.assenza | Jan 5, 2019 | Recipes
Did you know that elderberry syrup has been used traditionally for fighting off coughs, colds, and flus? It is said to have antiviral properties and has even been shown to decrease symptoms and duration of the flu! My suggestion is to make a batch at the beginning of...
by felicia.assenza | Oct 22, 2018 | Recipes
Did you know that in the Traditional Chinese Medicine Five Element theory, every organ is associated with a different flavour that can help benefit the function of the organ? The five flavours are bitter, sour, sweet, salty, spicy. This well-balanced, nourishing salad...
by felicia.assenza | Sep 12, 2018 | Recipes
The smell of soup boiling on the stovetop always makes me happy. It makes me even happier when I think about how delicious said soup will be. All while simultaneously boosting my immune system, supporting my digestive system, lowering inflammation…the list of...
by felicia.assenza | Jul 13, 2018 | Recipes
I love getting creative with what’s growing in the garden. I’ve been trying to use up the dill in my garden before it goes to seed and the borage is growing like crazy so I decided to combine them in this wonderfully cooling dip. In case you’ve never...
