The Nook Blog

  • 2022 Reflections & Questions for 2023

    Reflections of 2022 & Planning for 2023 As a society we always put so much value on creating resolutions for the New Year but I’ve found that u...
  • How to Dance with the Sugar Plum Fairy this Season

    Ahh the holidays.. Such a wonderful time of the year to celebrate with those we love and get into the festive spirit.  As much as I truly love the ...
  • Ways to Stay away from Halloween Candy

    When it comes to halloween it’s tough to stay away from eating handfuls of candy in one sitting. Here are a few ways I mitigate the allure of Reese...
  • How I fell for Greenwashing

    Our Packaging Evolution We have spent hours and hours of time and effort sourcing the best possible packaging for our meals so that they arrive to ...
  • Madi's Memos: How I Healed my Addiction to Sugar

    Ahhhh sugar, my lover, my nemesis.. Sound familiar? The most common issue my clients deal with is their attachment to this sweetest of ingredients,...
  • The Immune System | A Deep Dive

    Every time Fall approached we invariably receive questions about immune health and ways to boost it. This year we are taking a deep dive to help ou...
  • Pumpkin Seed Chocolate Cups | VG + NF

    A nut-free twist on a classic. Our pumpkin seed chocolate cups are 100% vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar free, and are safe for kids to bring to s...
  • A Yearly Check In: Q's to ask on your birthday

    Question’s I ask myself on my birthday Celebrating your birthday with friends and family (and in my case, a fun flash sale) is always wonderful, ...
  • From Plant-based to Plant-forward: Our Menu Evolution

    Creating a more inclusive menu  Throughout the summer of 2020, I found myself re-imagining how I could provide nutrition to my community. At that p...
  • Madi's Memos: My Journey with Juice Cleanse

    Labour Day weekend always feels like a launching pad for me. The “Back to School” vibe always makes me excited to tackle new projects - Both person...
  • Madi's Memos: How I eat while Traveling

      Food is my greatest joy. Making it, sharing it, experiencing it… I’m happiest during those moments. So when I travel, I always search out food e...
  • Peanut Kimchi Slaw

    Prior to learning how to make coleslaw I would never be caught dead eating it - Yet now it has turned into one of my favourite quick & delicio...