With all the flavor of a big muffin, these mini muffins fit nicely into little hands, and big ones too. As a mother aspiring to raise a “Petit World Citizen,” I was happy to accept a recent invitation to a morning café with French speaking mothers and their children. As my French speaking ability is far… Read More
The Petit Appétit
Let every child’s first grain be a whole grain. They won’t mind, they’ll thank us for it. — Alan Greene, MD As one of the many joys I’ve had being a new mom has been the opportunity to make my son’s baby food, I was delighted to receive many requests to post some of the… Read More
Creamy Farro with Honey Roasted Grapes
A supremely comforting breakfast perfect for a chilly morning in the fall. Lately, I’ve been experimenting with ancient grains—farro, kamut, quinoa, barley, and more. I love the idea of bringing Old World staples to modern day cuisine. Whole grains are so versatile, flavorful, satisfying, and with a little creativity and attention they can also be… Read More
Hara Hachi Bu
The Okinawans say this before every meal to remind them to eat moderate amounts of food. Welcome to La Vie en Bleu a series where I share what Dan Buettner, author of The Blue Zones, reveals as powerful and simple lessons that can help put anyone on the path to a healthier and happier life.… Read More
Shichimi Edamame
Loaded with protein and fiber, edamame is a healthy snack worth its salt. It can be eaten a variety of ways—plain, slated, or drizzled with olive oil—but if you want to get fancy, I’ve got the recipe for you. Earlier this year, my husband and I traveled to Hawaii. Following a friend’s recommendation, we ate at… Read More
World Food Day
Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it. –Helen Keller Tomorrow, October 16th, is World Food Day. Since 1981, this day has been celebrated around the world in honor of the date of the founding of the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations. It provides… Read More
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