Recipes
DIY Brown Sugar Body Scrub
This invigorating brown sugar body scrub exfoliates naturally and leaves your skin beautifully moisturized. It's the perfect cure for dry legs and an essential part of any DIY pedicure routine! INGREDIENTS 1 C brown sugar 1/2 C olive oil (or other carrier oil) 1 tsp vitamin E oil A few... More »
Continue reading »Homemade Easter egg and food dyes
Take an all-natural approach to dying Easter eggs (and treats!) using age-old methods to create plant-based dyes! It's easy, fun and — unlike synthetic colours — totally sustainable.... More »
Holiday mulling spice
Nothing warms the toes or the spirits like the holidays in a cup. Mulling spice makes a beautiful gift when the ingredients are layered in a glass mason jar and tied with ribbon. left whole, the spices create a perfect pot of mulled wine. Crushed, two tablespoons of spice mix... More »
Fall cranberry sauce
No Thanksgiving table is complete without cranberry sauce. Tart and sweet, this locally grown fruit is the perfect compliment to turkey dinner. But don't stop there. Make an extra batch to enjoy warm with ice cream or as a garnish on sandwiches.... More »
David Suzuki's pumpkin pie
Everyone has a favourite pumpkin pie recipe, but David Suzuki's has a special twist. Choose a locally — or home-grown pumpkin if possible, and top with organic whipped cream.... More »
Backyard composting do's and don'ts
Composting is cheap and easy, and it turns almost half of your garbage into plant food! Follow the Queen of Green's advice, and you'll have a happy and productive compost pile or bin in no time. Here are her do's and don'ts.... More »
Body care recipes for men
On average men use six personal care products each day — from toothpaste and shampoo to soap and deodorant — while women use about twelve. Spoil yourself with these recipes, or make them for the man in your life! More »
Baby care recipes
These simple baby care recipes will help you avoid harmful chemicals, like fragrance, petrolatum and parabens, found in many baby products. Each one takes less than 10 minutes to make, and all make great "green" gifts!... More »
Hair care recipes
Tame and treat your locks with these simple recipes made with food-grade ingredients. All recipes are free of parabens and synthetic fragrances.... More »
Spot prawn, mango, and basil stir-fry
Celebrate the opening of the 2012 spot prawn season with this fresh stir fry. More »
Salmon croquettes
These flavourful salmon croquettes make for an excellent ocean-friendly appetizer. More »
Tomato and fennel encrusted catfish
Catfish is an excellent choice when shopping for sustainable seafood and its mild and slightly sweet flavour makes it a good option for family-friendly meals. More »
