Pumpkin Season in Vancouver!

Fall is officially here, which means it is time to indulge in pumpkins and squashes.   My favourite is the kabocha squash because it is naturally sweet. The easiest way to prepare this squash is to roast it whole in the oven (I like to do it at 350F for 1-2...

One More Reason to Have More Fatty Fish!

Omega-3 fats have been in the spotlight for a long time now and most people are aware that it is good for the heart and supports immune health. Moreover, a recent study sheds some light on the impact of omega-3s on dementia prevention, which adds another great reason...

Easy Homemade Salad Dressing

It’s time to skip the store-bought salad dressings! Most commercial brands will have added sugar or other additives to create a better flavour and consistency.   But do we really need all the extra additives? I don’t think so.   I believe strongly in making...

Give Tofu a Try!

  My background is Asian, so tofu is nothing foreign to me. However, tofu is still relatively new in the Western culture.   In recent years, tofu has received more attention and has been featured the media as an alternative to chicken, beef or other meats. Yet, not a...

Glucose-Fructose aka High Fructose Corn Syrup

Photo by Paul @ Flickr High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has received a lot of media attention and it is generally recognized by most people as something that should be avoided as much as possible (along with other forms of added sugars too!). However, when you pick up...