The Journal — Hello Fran

Perfect for Meal Prep Loaded Veggie Chilli

This chilli is an easy recipe for a one pot meal. Perfect for meal prep or a busy weeknight with plenty of tasty leftovers.

recipefran allenDecember 17, 2020veggie chili, weeknight recipe, easy vegan, vegan, vegan protein

Home Body: Interview with Bianca Osborne

Today we’re talking to Tv Chef and podcast host Bianca Osborne all about life in lock down and how she’s keeping well and feeling good.

interview, collaborationfran allenDecember 11, 2020interview, Bianca Osborne, tv chef, self care, eczema, Lock down, Home Body

Easy Winter Borscht

This hearty soup is easy to make and loaded with lots of nutrients. A perfectly bright and beautiful wintertime meal.

recipefran allenDecember 7, 2020borscht, vegan dinner, one pot

Home Body: Interview with Jamie Boer RMT

Interviewing Jamie Boer, RMT, owner and founder of Eastwood Wellness co. on how she’s managing her time in lock down, feeling good and staying safe in 2020.

collaborationfran allenDecember 3, 2020

Hello Fran's Holiday Gift Guide Under $100

I love giving a gift! Here are some of my favourite small brands and shops to pick up some truly amazing and unique holiday gifts this year. All under $100!

lifestyle, wellnessfran allenNovember 30, 2020holiday, shop, small, local, gift guide

My First Trimester Favourites

Sharing a few of my favourite products that helped me through my first trimester.

wellness, lifestylefran allenNovember 4, 2020

My Favourite Trails In and Around Toronto

wellnessfran allenOctober 23, 2020

Simple Summer Strawberry Milk

The perfect way to use up some over ripe summer strawberries! A refreshing and nostalgic take on a childhood favourite.

recipefran allenJuly 6, 2020

Black Lives Matter: How to Support our Black Communities

links to supporting and uplifting our local black communities in Toronto.

Bye Boring: the easiest way to add variety to your meals

Here are my tips for making your quarintine meals cooking at home a lot less boring without blowing your budget or piling up your grocery cart. Follow the link to find my 3 easy recipes!

recipefran allenApril 29, 2020

Doing Well with Katrina Marie of My Orgasmic Life

Meet Katrina Marie the founder of My Orgasmic Life, certified Body Sex facilitator and sexual empowerment coach. She shares her story, how Dr. Betty Dodson changed her life and how to add sensuality to your everyday.

My Covid-19 Grocery Shopping Tips

Here are a few of the tips I use to keep grocery shopping simple, effective and relatively stress free during COVID-19.

fran allenApril 16, 2020

Snack Break with Tonya Papanikolov of Rainbo Mushrooms

We interview Tonya, founder of The Well Woman and Rainbo Mushrooms all about her favourite go-to snacks.

fran allenApril 2, 2020

A Simple Guide to Sprouting

Follow this easy and affordable way to make your own sprouts at home!

fran allenMarch 28, 2020

Snack Break with Melinda Josie

We're talking to artist and illustrator Melinda Josie about what she snacks on when creating the most beautiful food images and a quick recipe for the best guacamole!