That’s right – hemp oil comes from the seeds of the hemp plant, but don’t worry, it’s not psychoactive. While hemp seed oil for topical uses exist the cooking variety has an earthy charm and an impressive nutritional profile. Today, we’re comparing it to grapeseed oil, a neutral oil that can be used in raw cooking all the way up to high-heat cooking. We’ll explore how you can introduce these amazing oils into your kitchen and [...]

Water kefir and Kombucha are both fermented drinks, meaning they're made by adding particular types of bacteria and yeast to liquids and letting them do their thing. The bacteria and yeast feed on the sugars, which causes fermentation. This fermentation changes the taste and texture of the drink. Kombucha may be the more popular of the two, but is it the best option? Let’s compare.  Comparing Water Kefir vs [...]

Almond milk has been a staple in dairy-alternatives and plant-based milk derivatives, and it’s become one of the most popular milks around the world! I mean, it tastes great, is really accessible, and has an amazing dietary versatility. Now, there’s a bit of a unique milk out there as well: spelt milk. This is another plant-based milk, but is much more unknown than our almond, cashew, and coconut milks! It comes from an [...]

I am a massive fan of chocolate milk – it was my go-to post game drink back in my hockey days, and the delicious flavor holds true to this day! It’s also one of more popular types of milk, essentially being a sweeter and chocolate version of regular milk. There are a couple of things you want to be aware of with this delicious milk, however, as it may not be suitable or the best choice for everyone… Speaking of choices, [...]

The cardamom flavor is unique, to say the least. It’s one of those things that adds a special touch like nothing else – there’s a reason why it’s been nicknamed “the Queen of Spices!” And, you likely know it from the distinct flavor of chai tea – but did you know that cardamom is so much more versatile? It blends beautifully with things like cinnamon, citrus, and fruity flavors, and provides a refreshing taste that you’ll [...]

We have so many milk choices these days that it’s hard to know up from down – there are plant-based ones, animal-based ones, types that are better for baking, versions that are better for vegans…the list goes on! Two wonderful choices are hemp milk and buttermilk, which are quite different from one another to say the least! On the one hand, hemp milk is plant-based, while buttermilk is animal-based – this is like a plant [...]