The Chinatown in Victoria, British Columbia is the oldest Chinatown in Canada 🇨🇦 and the second oldest in North America after San Francisco
Cristina Supino for Peas and Peace
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Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day, nothing more heartwarming than a hug and beautiful flowers 🌸
Vancouver
Vancouver
Jinya
Ramen bowl
Physical Activity
Due to scientific research, we are now well aware that nutrition plays a huge role in how we feel on a daily basis and the impact it has on our health. Adding an activity, has to be your favorite !, could be a daily brisk walk, running, swimming, cycling, will affect and also increase your wellbeing, I insist on it must be something you enjoy !. Physical activity impacts your stamina, your mood, your weight, your muscles. For those that live in parts of the world where winters are long and bitter cold at times, I hopefully might inspire you in showing you a room I converted into a small exercise/yoga room so that winter doesn’t sabotage your exercise.
On a daily basis I alternate between tennis (outdoors in the summer, indoors winter), Pilates, cycling (indoors or outdoors weather permitting), so to not always be overworking the same muscles and also so that it doesn’t become repetitive. I also sneak in daily walks for added fresh air while walking the dogs. Personalize your gym !, go with your favorite colours, gear, make it conducive to wanting to be in that room or area of the house.
Little tricks to share with you to maximize space and economise, we bought a set of weights all in one (Nautilus), this way we don’t have a wall of weights taking up the entire space. The screen is not so much to watch programs as I prefer to have music on, it is to follow free yoga/pilates sessions on youtube.
Cristina for Peas & Peace
Volunteering
It is official, I have received my training and am now a volunteer at the Oncology Department at a nearby hospital. Every week I will be greeting, assisting, listening to, and comforting patients scheduled to meet the Oncologist, or to receive a chemotherapy treatment.
You may be wondering why I opted to volunteer with the Oncology Department. Three simple words…………it grounds you. I get to converse with individuals of all ages. Some patients are humorous about their situation, some are still in shock, and some are understandably very angry. However, some are in recovery, and simply follow-up with the department when necessary.
This is a constant reminder to me that I am blessed, as my family is all in good health, and we can go about pursuing our projects and dreams. For cancer patients, some projects and dreams have to be put on hold.
Volunteering or giving back may have positive benefits for the person or community but for the volunteer as well
I get inspired meeting individuals in adversity, and I feel a have a purpose if somewhere I was able to bring comfort or make someone smile in such times.
Cristina for Peas & Peace
Raspberry Cheesecake
Try this delicious and easy recipe when hosting or simply for yourself !
Crust:
40 gr Almonds
1 tbsp Hot water
1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
1 tsp Coconut oil (melted)
Process the almonds in a food processor until small pieces. Then add dates and water, continue to blend until a sticky dough forms. Grease a 18 cm diameter springform pan with the melted coconut oil. Press the dough into the mold and refrigerate at least half an hour.
In the meantime prepare the filling:
1 cup soaked cashews (at least 4 hours)
1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
1/2 cup Coconut cream (solid part of the can)
4 tbsp Agave
2 tbsp Coconut oil
Process the soaked cashews in a food processor until creamy and smooth, then add in the rest of the ingredients until smooth.
Pour *half of the filling over the refrigerated crust. Place the mold in the freezer for at least half an hour.
For the pink layer:
Blend some frozen raspberries along with the other half of the filling, pour it over the white layer and put it in the freezer for another half hour.
Ready to enjoy !
My inspiration was @foodie.yuki
Love
Cristina for Peas & Peace
Purple Flesh Potatoes Please
Purple potatoes add a unique flair to your dish due to its beautiful hue. They can be a side or they can be added to a salad !
I roasted mine at 350 for approx half hour
- Cut potatoes in half
- Then cup 5 to 7 garlic cloves in slivers
- Drizzle with olive oil
- Once cooked through add your favorite herbs, I in this case added smoked chili flakes and shallots
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Nutritional value
- fiber
- protein
- vitamin C
- potassium
- vitamin B
- phosphorus
- copper
- manganese
- thiamine
- niacin
- magnesium
Enjoy !
Cristina for Peas & Peace
Music 🎶 energizes, appeases you ! I invite you to discover this Alternative group, puts me in a great mood, great mood is conducive to wellness. Do something everyday for YOU regardless
NOMU Casa de Te
Visited this quaint tea salon in San Jose Del Cabo and fell in love ❤️ had a Rooibos and vanilla tea, divine
Easy Energy Bites
See my Instagram account at peasandpeace for recipe
Thankful
Hi everyone! My name is Willow, I am an 8 year old Boston Terrier. In my family, we share and take turns in posting on the Peas & Peace blog.
Speaking of my family, let me introduce them to you!
Firstly, there’s Jade, he’s my older brother. He’s a ten year old Maine Coon cat, and needless to say, he’s huge (weighs more than I do)! Visitors often comment on his size, but it’s just common of the breed, so usually, after a comment’s made, we clarify that he’s just big boned (not chubby), so as not to hurt his feelings.
Then, there’s Skye, my little sister, she’s a two year old Yorkshire Terrier. I love her, although at my age I realllyyy enjoy my afternoon naps, and Skye always comes to sit on me while I’m resting, then nudges me until I play with her.
Next, there’s Cristina, she’s a human… interesting species! She feeds me, takes me for walks, cuddles me and sometimes has to discipline me, like when I wander off and don’t necessarily come back as soon as I’m called. I understand where she is coming from and know that she will always protect me no matter what.
After Cristina, there’s Maurice, human as well. He’s super great, I can do what I want when he’s around!
And lastly, there is Arielle, she is my human mama. I dont live with her because she is away for her studies and I miss her very much.
On this Thanksgiving weekend, I am very thankful for my family, and all families that have opted for a plant based lifestyle.
-WILLOW
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