July 13, 2020

Energizing Matcha Mango Smoothie

When juicy mango and banana join forces with adaptogenic Mega Matcha, what do you get? An ultra-hydrating and energizing smoothie that will wake up your hot and tired summer body. Drink up, cool down, and get going. Ingredients: 1 banana, frozen 3/4 cup ripe mango, frozen 1 tsp Lake & Oak Mega Matcha...

Meredith Youngson

June 28, 2020

Iced Oat Milk Chaga Chai Latte

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups prepared cold brew Chaga Coconut Chai tea*  1/4 cups oat milk (almond or coconut work here too) 2 tsp maple syrup 1/4 tsp vanilla (optional) Method: In a tall glass, add prepared chai, oat milk, maple syrup, and vanilla. Top with plenty of ice. Stir well to...

Meredith Youngson

June 28, 2020

Mega Matcha Lemonade

This icy Adaptogenic Matcha Lemonade hydrates +  energizes naturally in one refreshing sip! With a spicy kick from ginger, and a hint of sweetness from maple syrup, a touch of pink Himalayan salt balances electrolytes in the summer heat! Ingredients: 1 tsp Lake & Oak Tea Co. Mega Matcha 1 1/4 cup...

Meredith Youngson

May 27, 2020

Cold Brew Collagen Hibiscus Tea

Now that it's gone from chilly to Thailand-like temps in a week (thanks Toronto!) we're looking for tasty ways to rehydrate and keep our skin healthy. This cold brew Rose Schisandra Glow recipe has been on our lips all week! It's perfect for after exercising or spending time outside. There's loads of skin-protecting...

Jigar Narola

March 26, 2020

Vegan Immunity "Bone Broth"

This plant-based take on "Bone Broth" is rich in nutrients and minerals to keep your gut healthy and defences strong. Bonus points: it's even more delicious than its meat counterpart!  Check it out on our sister blog - Earth & Oven! Vegan Bone Broth

Meredith Youngson

March 26, 2020

Golden Superfood Oats

With things being a little wild right now in the world, we're finding the ritual of making these super-charged oats very soothing and nourishing.  Not only are oats full of fibre and plant-protein, but they are a dang delicious canvas for adding in as many superfoods that you can. This rendition stirs...

Meredith Youngson

August 05, 2019

5 Self-Care Rituals that Double as a Detox

Self-care is kinda number one around here, so I’m always looking for ways to help inspire you to slow down, connect with your best self & feel pretty damn good while doing it. If you know me, I’m not the queen of clean eats or mindful perfection. That’s why I rely on natural,...

Meredith Youngson

August 13, 2018

Adaptogenic Tahini Brownie Bites

We have a thing for adaptogens around here. Just ask our Golde tea - it's rocking a delicious dose of holy basil (or tulsi) which is our sweet friend in tackling stress, anxiety and inflammation in one sip.  This recipe for adaptogenic brownie bites contains maca, and its a slice...

Meredith Youngson

July 29, 2018

Recipe: Reboot Tea Tonic w/ Activated Charcoal

This weekend I had the pleasure of hydrating some post-workout babes this at Barre3 Toronto in Leslieville.  In honour of the pop-up, I mixed up a spanking new tea tonic that would rev up their detox engines, hydrate and repair after a bangin' workout. Check the recipe below to make...

Meredith Youngson

July 13, 2018

Recipe: How To Cold Brew Tea Like A Boss

SO you happen to be a level 10 tea lover, and it's too hot to inhale, let alone fire up your kettle and steep some of your stash. There's a chance may have heard me mention it a few million times on the 'gram....you gotta get into the cold brew. Why...

Meredith Youngson

July 02, 2018

Summer Eats: Cool Sesame Soba Noodles

After a weekend taking in the suns rays and sipping frosé, nothing quenches quite like the pairing of a raw-ish soba and zucchini salad and iced tea.  This summer (and every summer) we're about quick + nourishing meals that don't keep us away from the good stuff too long.  Cool Sesame...

Meredith Youngson

June 10, 2018

Bulletproof Golde Tea Latte

Don't knock it until you try it - blending up tea with deliciously fatty ghee or coconut oil is more than just a fad. It's downright delicious.  Our golde tea is a perfect contender for the bulletproof method because it contains a pleasantly peppery blend of turmeric, ginger and cinnamon....

Meredith Youngson