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Lifestyle, Health, Nutrition & Inspiration from Luvo

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Ginger Rosemary Switchel

A very tangy twist on the post-colonial classic mocktail. Turn it into a summer cocktail by adding some vodka or gin to the mix. … Read more »

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Lemongrass Pisco Sour

This recipe requires a bit of extra time to infuse the liqueur, but it’s totally worth it. You can make it in advance for your next dinner party or simply have it ready for the weekend, because why not.… Read more »

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The Toxin-Flushing Power of Dandelion Coffee

I’m not one to post a #needcoffee pic on instagram on Monday mornings, but I am with the masses that simply love coffee. From the aroma and the taste to the entire café culture, for most us, coffee is something engrained in our day-to-day and it would take a lot for any of us to change the habit.… Read more »

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Bacon Guide

There aren’t many foods that evoke more fiery passion than bacon. It’s one of those rare items that will make people look forward to getting out of bed in the morning, or to wait in line for brunch. Much more than just a breakfast food, it’s become an obsession, an edible icon. What makes it so great? … Read more »

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Homemade Energy Gels

I’ll never forget that time I was walking along Vancouver’s beautiful sea wall and kept coming across empty energy gel packets littered all over the path. A marathon had taken place the day before and I was a) horrified at the litterbugs and b) intrigued by these gel things. What did they do? Who would want to squirt gel into their mouths while running? I had so many questions.… Read more »

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Spicy Mezcal Old Fashioned

Mezcal is a distilled Mexican liqueur made from maguey (a type of agave). It packs a smooth smoky flavour and has as much punch as it’s cousin the famous tequila. … Read more »

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Lil’ Raw Key Lime Pies

I suppose you could call these tarts, but I feel they’re far too sophisticated in their delivery to be labeled as such (plus tarts are like pie’s younger, annoying sister). In fact, when I eat four of these lil’ pies, versus one giant slice of pie, I don’t feel guilty, not for a second and not because they’re full of rad superfoods, but simply because they’re lady like. So go ahead and eat four, feel like a lady, or a lady-man…annnnnnyway.… Read more »