Catalan canelons recipe December 4, 2014December 3, 2014 Jennifer Takaoka A rich and delicious meal that is the turkey of the Catalan Christmas dinner, perfect to switch up your own traditions and take a break from turkey round two (or
Songs to sangria to July 1, 2014 Jennifer Takaoka [8tracks width="300" height="250" playops="" url="http://8tracks.com/mixes/4143446"] It’s summer time, and that means it’s time to drink sangria and listen to mood-setting tunes. All you need is a pitcher of your favourite recipe,...
A-list: Head-to-toe realistic summer workout June 12, 2014June 11, 2014 Jennifer Takaoka Mental Warm Up Debate buying a gym pass because you know you should go. Get your brain muscles working harder by actually buying one and debating how much you might actually...
Fuel for school: Quinoa for the soul April 2, 2014March 13, 2015 Jennifer Takaoka Spring has finally sprung! And so has hay fever and finals season. With papers, presentations and exams looming in this last month of school, cooking is the last thing on...
Perfect pesto for all occasions March 13, 2014March 13, 2015 Jennifer Takaoka Gourmet, green—pesto is my favourite food to experiment with. It all comes down to a pretty basic formula: toasted nuts, parmesan, fresh herbs, olive oil, garlic, and sometimes a veggie...
Fuel for school: A gluten-free solution to your McD’s cravings February 27, 2014March 13, 2015 Jennifer Takaoka Now that midterms are in full swing and the rain is making a comeback, everyone is stuck inside. What better time to snack on some comfort food than on a...
Fuel for Sex: Let’s splurge February 6, 2014February 6, 2014 Jennifer Takaoka Ah, Valentine’s Day. The one day a year that calendars designate to feeling the love, spreading the love, all the love! Although I’m a fan of year-round love, I like...
Some healthy options for your new year January 23, 2014January 22, 2014 Jennifer Takaoka Sweet Chili Sauce ¼ cup rice vinegar (can also be substituted with white vinegar) ½ cup cold water ½ cup raw honey 3-4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp chili pepper flakes ½ tbsp Sriracha or other...
Sugar cookies, hold the wheat December 5, 2013December 4, 2013 Jennifer Takaoka I was having one of those days when my brain was not having it with anything school-related, so I had to take a few hours off to do something else....
Healthy ways to veg out November 21, 2013November 21, 2013 Jennifer Takaoka I’ll admit, I’m guilty of forgetting to eat vegetables sometimes. It’s hard to keep up a healthy menu with a full course load while working part time, volunteering, and whatever...
