Tropical Green Juice

Tropical Green Juice

In the heat of the summer, there is nothing better than a cool, refreshing green juice. This hydrating glass of healthfulness has tropical notes due to the addition of kiwi. The banana lends a nice creaminess and the cucumber and romaine lettuce provide plenty of 

A Note on Tisane

A Note on Tisane

I first heard of tisanes from my favorite fictional detective Hercule Poirot who made use of the herbal infusions to stimulate the ‘little grey cells.’ While true tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant, tisanes are water-based infusions of herbs and spices. This Orange and 

Super Green Smoothie

Super Green Smoothie

This energizing and thirst-quenching smoothie has a beautiful green color thanks to abundant amounts of spinach and cucumber. The addition of half a lemon adds a slight citrusy flavor while the apples impart a bit of sweetness to the beverage. Meanwhile, the banana adds creaminess 

Ultimate Juice with Beets, Apples, and Spinach

Ultimate Juice with Beets, Apples, and Spinach

This glass of healthfulness is known as my Ultimate Juice as it provides several servings of fruits and veggies including beets, carrots, and spinach along with apples, oranges, grapes, and blueberries. This super healthy juice is much easier to digest than would be a smoothie. 

Banana-Pear Smoothie with Cinnamon and Honey

Banana-Pear Smoothie with Cinnamon and Honey

I never ate many pears growing up but after enjoying a beautiful pear from the incomparable Harry and David, I finally understood why they were referred to in Ancient Greece as the food of the gods. Sweet, juicy, and more tender than apples, pears blend perfectly 

Pumpkin Muffins and Pumpkin Spice Latte

Pumpkin Muffins and Pumpkin Spice Latte

These Pumpkin Muffins are simply magical in addition to being the true personification of fall. These tender, fluffy muffins are infused with all the traditional autumn spices. What’s more, they are endlessly adaptable. Crystallized ginger, dried craisins, or toasted pecans or pepitas can be mixed