How is 2019 treating you so far" Scrolling through Instagram would have me believe that we?re all killin? this New Year thing, but something tells me I?m probably not seeing the less than stellar starts to the year. I know ours was nothing like we expected. Emotionally draining to say the least, and I had to give myself a break from the shiny social media highlight reels for a bit. Half-way into January, I?m now feeling ready to turn this year around and I?m hopeful it will be a really great year. 
Maybe you, like me, were more than ready to leave 2018 in your dust, but the start to the year hasn?t gone as you hoped?please know that you aren?t alone! Life challenges don?t adhere to a calendar format and they certainly don?t pause for holidays. All that we can do is put those lessons in our back pocket and carry them with us going forward. Progress, not perfection…am I right"! 
My passion for chickpea pancakes has reignited lately. I forgot just how quick and easy these savory cakes are to whip up for a light lunch or dinner. While I don?t see myself burning out on soup and toast anytime soon, these are a pleasant change from the usual winter fare. I?ve also been really into the bright and tangy combo of lemon-dill lately (must be that drab winter weather!) so I decided to make those the standout flavours in this recipe. Served with a rich Lemon-Garlic Aioli, crunchy chopped dill pickles, green onion, and fresh dill…this dish brightens up an...