S1E16 - 3 Foodie Ways to Adapt to Spring

04/06/21 • 6 min

Shifting from winter to spring is the perfect time to get in touch with the seasons and your system. Three of my favourites ways?

It’s hard to pass up a trip to the local farmers market to find yummy veg that’s fresh and in season.
Used to eating comfort foods all winter? Time to energize with lighter meals to put a spring in your step.
Gain a closer connection to your food by foraging for tasty treats outdoors. I share one of my favourite additions found plentifully in the wild at this time of year.

For more springtime inspiration, check out these recipes to see what I mean:

Spring Colours Salad: https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/spring-colours-salad-vegan-gluten-free/
Nutrient-rich Nettle Soup: https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/nutrient-rich-nettle-soup/
Vegan Buddha Bowls with Tofu: https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/vegan-buddha-bowls-with-tofu/
Rhubarb & Apple Crumble: https://vancouverwithlove.com/sweetthings/rhubarb-apple-crumble/
Yum, not a bad menu if I do say so. Not bad.

What’s your favourite way to gear up your meals for Spring? I'd love to hear from you over on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/p/CNVWfkPpU-B/

Shifting from winter to spring is the perfect time to get in touch with the seasons and your system. Three of my favourites ways?

It’s hard to pass up a trip to the local farmers market to find yummy veg that’s fresh and in season.
Used to eating comfort foods all winter? Time to energize with lighter meals to put a spring in your step.
Gain a closer connection to your food by foraging for tasty treats outdoors. I share one of my favourite additions found plentifully in the wild at this time of year.

For more springtime inspiration, check out these recipes to see what I mean:

What’s your favourite way to gear up your meals for Spring? I'd love to hear from you over on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/p/CNVWfkPpU-B/

Previous Episode

S1 E15 - Easter Feast(er) Ideas

It's the first long weekend after an extra cozy winter season and we are so ready for it. While I grew up with Easter in the UK being aaall about chocolate eggs, it seems to be a highly regarded holiday in itself here in Canada.
It's about pastel colours and everything spring, along with an excuse to gather with loved ones around the table. Whether you're planning to join forces virtually or whether small gathering are allowed where you are, I have some plant-based feast-worthy ideas for you to include as your Easter meal centrepiece.
It seems the most challenging part about adapting traditional meals is trying to switch the main meat item for a plant-based equivalent. Hopefully these vegan suggestions give you loads of inspiration!
You'll find delicious recipe ideas on the blog (https://vancouverwithlove.com/) and photos designed to inspire over on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vancouverwithlove/).
Recipes mentioned:
Classic Nut Roast - https://vancouverwithlove.com/mains/classic-vegan-nut-roast-gluten-free/
Ultimate Vegan Cheese Board - https://vancouverwithlove.com/the-basics/how-to-make-the-ultimate-vegan-cheese-board/
Follow along and as always, please send me a message if there's something you'd love to hear on the Podcast. Happy listening! – Lizi

Next Episode

S1E17 - Vegan Foods You Can Grow or Ferment at Home

From an allegedly hippie childhood to "hey, that's kind of cool" – growing and fermenting your own food at home can be a tasty win.
You don't need soil or containers for these two simple ideas, just a few ingredients, a jar, and a little time! Within a few days you'll have nourishing, delicious foods that you can proudly say were the work of your own hand!
Listen in for a quick DIY on how to make these yourself, then head over to my more in-depth tutorials on the blog if you want more info -
How to Grow Alfalfa Sprouts - https://vancouverwithlove.com/the-basics/how-to-grow-alfalfa-sprouts-at-home/
How to Make Sauerkraut - https://vancouverwithlove.com/the-basics/how-to-make-sauerkraut-easy-vegan-gluten-free/
For more tasty plant-based meal inspiration hop on over to Instagram (I'm there most of the time): https://www.instagram.com/vancouverwithlove/