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 their footholds. So what’s the big deal? Sprouted grain breads:…
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 more than ready for warming weather and the start of…
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 detoxes, people cut out screens entirely. For me, I wanted…
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, you’re always looking for new DIY projects - especially natural…
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 are usually a salad with a dijon dressing or a…
Of all the tubers, sweet potatoes are probably my favourite. I add them as a banana replacement in smoothies, use them in casseroles, and even add ‘em to veggie burgers for a subtly sweet and thicker consistency. Sometimes recipes call…
Approximately $31 billion of food is wasted each year in Canada - that’s 40% of the total food produced in our country! And what can we do? Become more intentional by learning tricks to be a part of the solution!…
Blush Lane Organic Market is proud to work with organizations with similar values, such as sustainability, community, and supporting local business. One such association that we’ve recently partnered with is REAP. About REAP REAP stands for Respect for the Earth…
Cauliflower is one of those vegetables that always ends up lurking in my crisper. I buy it thinking that I’ll add it to meals - stir-fries, soups, stews… you name it - but I never get around to it. There’s…
Normally, I go for sweet breakfasts. As you might remember, I’m a huge smoothie fan, and I love oatmeal too. On weekends though, I always crave savoury breakfasts. I’m unsure if it’s the luxury of sleeping in and having time to…