Hello everyone! Wow, it’s been so long since we all chatted! Life once again got in the way of blogging, I’ve just been so busy and living life became the priority. Well that and school and work ;) But I’m here today, with a little bit of a random post to show you all what I’ve been up to and what you can expect to see coming up on the blog!
Just a little update on my life- the 2 courses I’ve been taking for the last month are winding down and exams are coming up in the next 2 days. It’s a super fast-paced environment here- I can’t believe they’re already done and that I start 2 new ones following Thanksgiving. Going home for the weekend will be such a nice change from the busy life I’ve been leading here! I’m even planning a pretty delicious pumpkin dessert that you’ll definitely hear about should all go well!
Now, a What I Ate Wednesday- what I’ve been eating in Toronto!
P.S. Thanks Jenn for hosting :)
First up, 2 food swaps!
The lovely Alexia and I decided to exchange foodie finds all the way between Austria and Canada and she sent just the most amazing things! Pumpkin seed oil and pomegranate vinegar were serious highlights as were the probiotic coconut chocolate bar, the curry powder and her homemade pumpkin seed bites. Thanks Alexia! :)
Next up, a little birthday exchange between myself and Sarah! With birthdays less than a week apart, we decided it would be really fun to send each other some birthday presents! Everything was/is amazing including the Go Raw flax crackers, chocolate covered cacao nibs, banana chips, and the green tea! Even an owl mug- 2 of my favourite things in one! Thank you, thank you!
Now some recipe teasers!
Maple Miso Tahini Spread- this stuff is amazing guys!
Raw Oatmeal Raisin Cookies!!!
A simple and delicious coconut curry served over Thai Purple Rice
And finally, a few more foodie finds!
Breakfast of champions! Sprouted grain bread with bananas and Bee Free Honee (thanks for the lovely giveaway Barb!) and some rice Bio-K+.
This was my first time trying Bio-K+. This particular one is their fermented rice drink- it’s a great way to get in some probiotics and I found I really liked the tangy taste! Reminded me of a yogurt drink. It’s so important to promote good, healthful bacteria growth in your gut, particularly if you’ve ever taken antibiotics so check this out if you see it!
The Raw Sampler from Live Organic Food Bar. Oh lord the tostada and lasagna were amazing! Headed over there with Janet for a lovely dinner and I can’t wait to go back! Dessert was amazing too.
Vegan Nanaimo bar, specialty hot chocolate and board games? I love you Snakes and Lattes!
Delicious organic juices from Belmonte Raw. Expect a more detailed post on this to come!
Hope you all enjoyed this little update :) Have a wonderful rest of your week and I swear I’ll be back with a recipe soon!
Oooh, you have been busy! Great update and some inspiring deliciousness in there! :-)
Thanks Bex! Yes soo busy, but I love it :)
SO JEALOUS of your foodie swap with Alexia – she’s so sweet! I LOVE the sound of that probiotic coconut bar… amazing, haven’t heard of anything like that before.
You KNOW I love a good maple/miso combination… looks like you have gone the sweeter route though – is that spread on fruit toast? I’m a big fan of the salty sweetie combo ;)
Wow, sounds like life has been hectic (but in a fun way) for you…. plus you need a lot of (delicious) fuel for all that study, no? Brain food!
Isn’t she? And so generous, I was spoiled! So cool to see what kind of products they have on a different continent too.
It definitely is a bit sweeter, perfect for toast/breakfast! Yes it absolutely is on fruit toast- cinnamon raisin! One of my treat things to buy every now and then. You’re so right- the sweet and salty combo has to be hands down one of the greatest!
Life is definitely hectic, but I’m enjoying it so I don’t mind. Just need to try and squeeze a little more sleep and cooking in and it will be even better! Because what is life without delicious food? I feel like I’m going to use the “brain food” idea as an excuse- no I can’t study, I need to make some study “fuel”! I’ll study tomorrow….haha oh no.
Wow, that is a super fast schedule you’re on! Sounds intense!
I cannot wait for those recipes! Maple miso tahini spread?!?!?!?!? Yes please! And I’ve been craving oatmeal raisin cookies for like two weeks, so these raw ones sound awesome. : )
It’s very intense! Lots to learn crammed in such a short space! But I’m learning how to go about it which is good.
I know what you mean about craving cookies- raw cookie are so good for that! So much flavour with a litle nutrition in there ;)
This post is so full of goodness Gabby. Such fun swaps! And restaurant adventures! I’ve eaten at Live 3 times – I adore their cocktails Mmmm :) Their kale chips are another favorite of mine… ooh the nachos were great too! I just love trying new restos.
Thanks Heather! I know, weren’t they? I was so spoiled! Live was delicious, I can’t wait to go back. Oh the nachos sound so good, and I was really intrigued by the poutine. Apparently they are changing the menu though so who knows what’s in store for us coming up ;)
those oatmeal raisin cookies look absolutely out of this world! can’t wait for the recipe! :)
Thanks Caralyn! I will do my best to post that soon :)
Looks great Gabby! I am happy to hear you are enjoying the fast paced life – and also looking forward to going home! Enjoy the break from busy life…isn’t it tough when living life gets in the way of blogging? I am so with you on this! It is a constant challenge :) X
I am definitely enjoying it! Although I do need to work on balance, but I’ve only been here a month so I’m sure that will come. Kingston will be a lovely break, although I think I’ll be busy there too!
I know, I miss blogging so much, and I’m so behind on reading blogs too! I miss everyone! Glad to hear I am not the only one who struggles with this :)
Good for you, living life with glee! Back in Australia I was totally making a peanut butter maple miso mix. So good!
Great minds think alike now don’t they ;)
Love it! Good luck with your exams and here’s a relaxing long weekend at home! I love that you went back to Belmonte Raw.. can’t wait to see what you have to say about that! :)
Also, I love that you have been out and about, enjoying fun things in Toronto!! :) I will live vicariously through you. :)
Thank you Janet :) I loved Belmonte Raw so much when we went, I am addicted to juice now, which is funny because I never had too many opportunities to have it before I moved here.
We will have to arrange for another outing soon :)
Haha, I often laugh at the synchronicity of our posts. Your classes are going fast! I got my degree part online and part in-class, so I experienced some of what you’re talking about. It’s good because you get done faster, but it is a lot of freakin’ work! Can’t wait for the oatmeal raisin cookie recipe! :-)
Ya it’s too funny eh? Love it :) You’re right, it’s good and bad- lots of work but fast- at least it’s interesting!
I can’t wait to hear more about this curious miso spread… Sounds like a combination so crazy that it must work! It must be a delicate balancing act to blend sweet, salty, savory, and nutty together harmoniously.
It’s delicious Hannah! It sounds weird but is so satisfying! Will try and post it soon!
Oh my goodness everything looks amazing! Especially the raw sampler! Even though I’m not raw, I love trying raw foods, too, and always feel so good after eating them. Happy WIAW!
I’m the same way! I love raw foods and you’re right, you just feel amazing after eating them :) have a great day!
Recipe teases indeed. Hope you post ‘em up soon! :)
Oh don’t worry, I will :)
Yay! I’m so glad you liked everything! I got myself an owl mug too because I couldn’t resist ;) Your food looks so amazing! I can’t wait to see your recipe for the maple miso tahini spread, that sounds so amazing! Do I spy it on raisin bread? All of your raw treats look so delicious and that’s so cool that you used the bee free honee! I just ordered some a few days ago for one of my recipe recreations! I can’t wait to try it! Love your instagram pic, that place sounds so cute and definitely like my kind of night just hanging out and playing board games!
Hope that you get a little time to rest and relax after this set of courses ends for you! Best of luck with your exams!
Sarah, I 100% loved everything! Your choices were so thoughtful and delicious :) Yes it is on raisin bread, best bread ever, especially when it’s a sprouted or spelt one! Yes the place with the board games is so fun! Not healthy, but sometimes we need that.
I’m hoping to have a very relaxing Thanksgiving weekend, thank you :)
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That was totally my fault. I was answering your comment on my phone and accidentally hit unapprove! Oops!
Yum, I love purple rice and I LOVE Snakes and Lattes! Have you tried Hogtown Vegan yet? It’s just down the street from Snakes and Lattes.
No I haven’t tried that place yet but it’s on my list! So many places, so little time!
I think that’s so neat that you guys all decided to swap for different reasons. All of your goods look so good!
I was really spoiled :)