5 Sustainable Gift Wrap Ideas To Reduce Your Paper Use
I’m not sure about you, but the amount of wrapping paper for gift giving stresses me out. It’s no secret that thousands, likely millions, of kilograms of paper are consumed…
CFIA Pork Recall
With news of the recent pork recall affecting Pine Haven products, we would like to provide some clarity. First and foremost, our deepest condolences for all those impacted by this…
5 Easy Chicken Dinners You Need To Try ASAP
Chicken is one of the most versatile (and sustainable!) out of all the meat proteins - we’re big fans. Check out some of our favourite easy chicken dinners that you…
Skip Takeout – Try Homemade Pizza!
What’s the best way to actually enjoy making dinner AND involve the whole family, too? That’s right, homemade pizza. Making pizza is arguably one of my favourite dinners because it’s…
Sunchokes: The Best Veggie To Boost Your Gut Health
You may be familiar with sunchokes, or Jerusalem artichokes, as they’re often called. Interestingly enough though, they don’t have origins in Jerusalem and they’re not related to artichokes... Where the…
Is Apple Cider Vinegar Worth The Hype?
Is apple cider vinegar really all that it’s cracked up to be? In recent years, wellness sites, food bloggers, and health gurus alike swear by the stuff with claims like…
Earth Day At Blush Lane
First celebrated in 1970, April 22nd, or Earth Day, is now acknowledged in more than 193 countries - all demonstrating support for environmental protection. Here at Blush Lane, we care…
10 Gluten-Free Dinners To Leave You Seriously Satisfied
Whether you’re celiac, gluten-intolerant, or you’re simply looking to reduce your gluten intake, these gluten-free dinners are for you. And even if you’re not any of those things they’re still…
Homemade Sourdough Part 2: How To Bake Sourdough
To make sourdough bread, you will need a starter. This is a combination of flour and water that has lightly fermented over time. To make a starter, read our How…
Homemade Sourdough Part 1: How To Make A Starter
Sourdough bread might seem like the most daunting of bread. But don’t fear - it’s not as tricky as it seems! It’s just time-consuming. Here’s a step-by-step process to make…
Ghee 101: The How, The What, And The Why
Have you ever tried making pancakes? If you have, you’ll know to make the batter, heat up the pan, add a slab of butter to said pan, wait a few…
Spring Forward With These Healthy(ish) Easter Recipes
Easter is just around the corner! If you’re having a celebratory meal with family/friends, here are some dish ideas to bring to the table (literally). Read on for our healthy(ish)…
The Healthy Treat You’ll Want To Indulge In: Chickpea Cookie Dough
Childhood me ate cookie dough all the time. This was utterly delicious but doesn't make you feel great. Nowadays, while adult me still loves dough, I have learned to eat…
Sprouted Grain Breads: Are They Healthier?
These days, sprouted grain breads are sprouting up all over grocery store shelves (literally). While non-sprouted grain breads still have their places, sprouted grain breads are slowly but surely establishing…
Enter Our Kids Colouring Contest!
Easter is one of our favourite holidays because a) chocolate and b) it signals the beginning of spring! We've been putting up with this winter nonsense long enough, and we're…
Take A Break From Instagram And Try A Digital Detox
This past weekend I tried a “digital detox”. If you don’t know what this is, it’s where you designate a certain amount of time without screen time. With some digital…
Fresh Start: A Spring Detox Guide- March 27th
Everything seems possible in spring. It's the season of hope, of fresh life and new beginnings. It's also the perfect time to turn over a fresh leaf and embark on…
Fermentation 101- March 13th
Come learn how easy fermentation at home can be! In this class. you will learn about: making kombucha, sauerkraut, pickles and more! incorporating fermented foods into everyday meals how to…
Easy 2-Ingredient DIY Cleaning Solution
Cleaning solutions can be pretty intense. Whether they’re bleach-based or random mixes of unpronounceable chemicals, ones that demolish everything in sight can be a bit sketchy. If you’re like me,…
Crispy Garlicky Rosemary Smashed Potatoes
In case of a rushed weekday dinner or a forgotten-about family event, it’s always smart to know an easy side dish that you can whip up without thought. My go-tos…