Holiday Traditions Reimagined: Nourishing Recipes for a Wheat-Free, Dairy-Free, Low-Sugar Season
I’ve always loved the tradition of the holidays — the familiar aromas, the recipes passed down from my mom, and the comforting meals we crave year after year. But as I discovered my wheat and dairy allergies and shifted toward lowering sugar and eating more intentionally, I had to reimagine the holiday dishes I loved most. These updated recipes — my Heritage Stuffing, Spinach Madeleine, Fresh Cranberry–Orange Jam, and Candida-Friendly Parsnip & Sweet Potato Mash — honor tradition while supporting my body through the Vata and Kapha seasons. With Ayurvedic spices, gluten-free swaps, and dairy-free options, these dishes are nourishing enough for everyday winter meals and festive enough for your holiday table.
A Thousand Layers of Memory: My First Gluten-Free Croissants
Baking has always been alchemy for me—flour, butter, and patience transforming into something sacred. After years away, I returned to my roots to make gluten-free croissants inspired by Let Them Eat GF Cake. What began as a two-week prep turned into a journey of memory, healing, and the delicious art of coming home to myself.
