This rosemary and grapefruit olive oil cake is everything. The flavors are fresh and light, with a hint of bitterness that makes it irresistible. And it’s topped with a simple grapefruit glaze that you don’t want to skip. The glaze adds a lovely pink hue read more
self-care season Golden milk is a traditional Ayurvedic drink that has been used for thousands of years to promote whole-body health. It’s comforting, nourishing, and soothing, a super-charged glass of warm milk before bed. Most golden recipes out there are complicated- requiring up to 10 read more
self-care season Adaptogens are herbs that help the body adapt and respond to stress. For my post-concussion symptoms, I’ve been using the adaptogen ashwagandha to support my nervous system, reduce anxiety, and help calm my brain’s fight-of-flight response. Combining ashwagandha and ghee is a common read more
A weeknight dinner staple with sweet carrots and succulent turnips, this Indian-inspired red lentil soup gets its flavor from a hefty dose of the spice blend garam masala and is topped with cilantro chutney. soup season Red lentil soup is one of my weeknight dinner read more
Earthy beets, crisp and buttery olives, nutty pepitas, and bright miso lemon dressing deliciously meld together in this irresistible grain salad. It tastes even better if made ahead, great for a potluck or for make-ahead lunches. clean eating season Beet and quinoa detox salad is read more
tender greens season Every spring I plant Swiss chard in my garden, and all summer struggle to use it in the kitchen and curse myself for wasting precious garden space on it. Swiss chard is best cook in liquids, either braised in a skillet or read more
This really is the best kale salad you’ll ever eat! With radicchio, farro, toasted walnuts, and a tangy lemon miso dressing, every bite is wholesome and delicious. To make it even better, make it an hour or two in advance to give the flavors a read more
maple season part 1 Roasted maple walnuts are addictively good to snack on or to add a maple crunch to salads and desserts. Maple and walnut are a classic combination, but feel free to use another nut of your choice. Pecans or peanuts would be read more
citrus season When we take care of our gut health, we take care of our mental health. Our brain and gut are in constant communication, and if our brains aren’t working their best, we can have a stronger sense of this link. Since my brain read more
These easy fermented ginger beets are a great way to use up beets. All you need is beets, salt, ginger, and a few days to let them ferment. The flavors magically transform as fermentation proceeds. Beet season Late winter is special in Upstate New York. read more