GRANOLA SPRINKLE

E was late to sprout teeth. Very late. And as a result, we were reluctant early on to serve him crunchy granola. I wanted to offer him an alternative, something delicious to eat on top of his granola, while also introducing a little fun sprinkling action. He loves it to this day. 

BANANA PANCAKES

Inspired by one of his cousin's favourite breakfasts, these pancakes have become not only a go-to breakfast at home, but an ideal travel snack as well. They are packed with flavour, moisture and keep well out of the fridge. 

HAVE BABY // WILL TRAVEL

Sevengrams has always been a space for both recipes and stories from our travels. I have fallen seriously behind on journaling travel over the past several years (Patagonian honeymoon, Spain, Norway, Italy), but we most definitely have not stopped exploring and adventuring (apart from all the canceled itineraries due to Covid — Japan, US road trip, NYC, Turkey and Israel, Jasper and Banff - sigh). 

Since E’s arrival, we have made every effort to maintain our love of travel, and share the joy of it with him. He’s approaching 18 months and has already been on several plane rides, road trips and even a few train trips. He's also dealt with his fair share of jet lag, broken hotel sleeps and vacay illness. Along the way, we’ve learned a lot about traveling with a baby (now toddler), and though none of it is revolutionary, I thought it would be nice to have it all live in this space. 

FAMILY FRIENDLY (WHOLE WHEAT) PANCAKES

Don't let the "whole wheat" scare you -- these are actually delicious. I took my favourite fluffy pancake recipe, and modified them to have less sugar and more fibre. The result was shockingly delicious. We've been making these on repeat, and storing a big batch in the freezer (they reheat well in the toaster). 

BLUEBERRY BAKED OATMEAL

We’ve been making this baked oatmeal a lot lately. It’s warm, hearty and perfectly sweet from the berries. It also lasts a few days and reheats well...all things that I’m quickly learning are essential for new parents.  

ALMOND AND APPLE PORRIDGE

What started as an easy breakfast while introducing E to allergens and solids, has turned into one of his morning favourites. It also happens to be one of my favourites, as it’s ridiculously easy to prepare and freezes well - major wins for busy parents. 

BITE SIZE SNACKS

We're welcoming a little one in a few months, and in anticipation, I've been stockpiling a list of relatively easy to make snacks. They have been a lifesaver during pregnancy (so hungry all the time), and I imagine they will come in equally handy in the early days of mother-hood (eaten one-handed and easily prepped in advance).