Quinoa is quite easy to prepare. It can be combined with fruits or
vegetables to make a high-protein breakfast, gluten-free lunch or
nutritional dinner dishes. Start by soaking the quinoa for at least 2 hours and make sure you
rinse it really well. Combine 1 cup of quinoa with 1 1/2 cup of...
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I learned a new recipe recently at “What’s for Dinner?” a class that’s held at the PC Cooking School (Loblaws). On this day, Meghan Telpner was the Chef. I have read Megan’s blog and tried a few of her nutritional recipes. I really enjoyed the class and this recipe in particular. I make...
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Dried chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) can be bought in bulk. Since they have to be re-hydrated before use, pre-soaked canned chickpeas are also available for convenience. 1 cup of dried chickpeas will expend to 2 cups once soaked and re-hydrated. Soak 1 cup of chickpeas in 3 cups of water. It is...
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Did you know we have a Ganbanyoku (Rock Bathing) spa in Toronto? I certainly didn’t until I came across Iyashi Bedrock Spa. I had the pleasure to try the rock bathing and hot yoga recently, and I am very pleased with how relaxing and rejuvenating this therapy is. At your arrival, you change...
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Spa Week is a bi-annual event that allows you to enjoy luxurious full-service spa treatments at the finest spas across North America for just $50 each. The spring event is scheduled for April 16-22, 2012. To get started all you need to do is visit SpaWeek Spa Directory and find the spa you would like to...
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The Top 50 Spas in Canada for 2012 have been announced by Book4Time, Inc., the leading web-based software provider for resorts, spas and wellness centers. Criteria for the awards include website creativity, ease in booking appointments, online reservations, gift cards or loyalty programs, innovative spa treatments, unique marketing programs and overall guest satisfaction. This is...
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My recent trip to Montreal included a visit to a floating boat spa called BOTA BOTA anchored in Montreal’s Old Port. This mid-century ferryboat was given new life with a complete gut and renovation, and is now a must try spa experience for many travelling to Montreal. On this particular day, the weather was...
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CALIFORNIA SUN SPA VALENTINE’S DAY DEALS Chocolate and Honey Honey Body Exfoliation & Chocolate Mud Body Wrap – Reg. $128 Now $99 Spa Signature Package One Hour Hot Stone Massage Therapy, Liftosome Facial Treatment, Spa Pedicure(includes exfoliation), Spa Manicure(includes exfoliation) – Reg. $285 Now $245 Vitality Package For Valentines One Hour Hot Stone Massage...
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Simple, healthy and ready in 5 minutes. Ingredients: 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon chopped thyme (optional) 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil salt & pepper In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice with the lemon zest, honey and thyme. Whisk in the...
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I am a big fan of Brooke Burke and have worked out to many of her fitness videos. For someone who has 4 kids and lives a celebrity lifestyle; she must have a lot of passion for fitness. She inspires me to get into shape, stay motivated and have fun while doing it! Here...
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