Autumn Squash Quinoa Bowl

Earlier this fall season, we made our way to Jucker Farm which is a local farm selling fresh berries, apples, and every squash imaginable. During the fall season, they show off their awesome squash sculptures while you eat your fresh pumpkin soup. In my overly excited state, I bought myself a ridiculous amount of squash […]

Raspberry Quinoa Porridge

I feel like we’ve been living in a temporary mindset for too long, not knowing how long we are going to stay in Switzerland. After three years of living this way, I’m tired of it. We live here, right now, and it probably won’t be forever, but while we are here, I want to love […]

Pear & Squash Quinoa Salad

The pear & squash quinoa salad is crunchy, creamy, sweet, tart, and oh so flavorful. Take the time to make yourself this healthy lunch that will last you all week!  I’ve been a little busy lately, between a trip to the US, launching this new website, having a booth at the Christmas market, and celebrating a big birthday. […]

End of Summer Quinoa Salad

In preparation for our US visitors this weekend, I’ve been trying to get us a dinner reservation on Saturday night. I generally try to make reservations auf Deutsch…mainly to prove to myself that my German classes are worth the pain. I know how to ask for a reservation in German, but if they answer with […]

Butternut Squash Kale Salad

Thank goodness my husband isn’t a very picky eater. He may not be any help with menu planning (all he ever requests are tacos and enchiladas) but he does eat whatever I put in front of him. Because he is easy, I give him a break on things I know he really doesn’t like. Quinoa. […]

Tomato Arugula Quinoa Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

Our little balcony herb garden is doing really well, no thanks to me. Jon is the gardener around here and he doesn’t like when I touch anything in fear that I will kill it. Unfortunately, I can’t say much in response because his fears come with good reason. My black thumb reaches far and wide. […]