While it’s technically a single use appliance and we like multi-use appliances, we love waffles.

Wild blueberry waffles, savoury potato waffles, breakfast potato waffles…the possibilities are endless.

We don’t like teflon-coated waffle irons. This is a non-stick ceramic that is PFOA and PTFE free.

A good knife is well worth the investment. My husband loves to cook. We also travel a lot. If we are away for any extended period, the knives come too.

This prep set is a great starter. You don’t need all kinds of knives. Honestly, a good sized cook’s knife and a decent paring knife will cover most general needs.

Wool dryer balls are a chemical free alternative to fabric softener. They also reduce the need to iron.

Made from 100% organic New Zealand wool with no chemicals or additives. No synthetic fragrance either! Dwellness approved!

I love these reusable glass straws from Glass Dharma. The slight bend makes them easier to drink from. I love being able to see the smoothie passing through the straw but let’s face it…the transparency is also practical from a cleaning point of view as we can see if we need to pass the “pipe cleaner” through it.

Simply put, it’s sharp and works well. No plastic! Used daily in our house. Hey, I’m Irish/Scottish and I love my potatoes!!

Mince garlic in seconds with this robust press. In our house we use our garlic press every day, sometimes several times a day so we need it to function well and be long lasting.

“Garlic is one of the world’s oldest medicines and is an incredibly potent spice that can ward off a variety of illnesses and diseases. It has amazingly high levels of vitamins and minerals including vitamin C and B-6 and minerals such as selenium, calcium, and iron. Garlic also contains very strong antibiotic, anti-fungal, anti-cancer, and anti-viral properties.” -Medical Medium

We start each day off with 16-32 oz of lemon water. We also juice a lot of citrus for salad dressings, dips and more so this comes in handy each and every day.

Our favourite (and most-used) kitchen tool makes healthy eating so EASY!

I love the timed smoothie preset that goes through different speeds and automatically switches off once the smoothie is ready.

We own this Designer 625 model in Polar White. The designer in me loves the white and bright appliances as they are stylish enough to adorn your countertop.

Even cleaning can be kind…kind to your body, kind to your home, kind to the planet.

I use and reuse these sponge cloths for house cleaning. I machine wash them along with my rags and haven’t experienced any issues doing so. As the packaging says, they are machine washable up to 300 times so they last and when you finally do retire them, you can rest assured knowing they are 100% compostable.

Even cleaning can be kind…kind to your hands, kind to your home, kind to the planet.

Twist makes plant-based cleaning tools.

They are committed to contributing to a cleaner world by thinking about what their products are made of and what happens to them after they are disposed of.

“Dyes and glues in traditional cellulose sponges can be harmful to our environment and polyester scrubbers never disappear from landfills. We wanted to provide consumers with a better option.

Twist Clean uses 100% plant based materials in the manufacturing of our residential cleaning tools. We get the wood pulp for our cellulose from FSC Certified sources and all of our scrubbers are hand sewn onto their cellulose bases.”

I also think about the impact of a product on our bodies. Plant-based non-toxic ingredients also mean these products care for us as we care for our homes and our world.

We love to cook so non-toxic cleaning tools that are made of sustainable materials are important to us.

The frame of this zester is made with organic moso bamboo. Although technically a grass, the bamboo fibre when mixed with resin and starch make it as durable as steel.

The entire zester is BPA, Melamine, PVC, and Phthalate free, and is completely biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable.

The zester is ideal for zesting citrus or grating hard cheeses (parmesan!) and ginger.

Dishwasher safe.

We love to cook so non-toxic cleaning tools that are made of sustainable materials are important to us.

The frame of this grater is made with organic moso bamboo. Although technically a grass, the bamboo fibre when mixed with resin and starch make it as durable as steel.

The Microplane EcoGrate Series was designed with the environment in mind. The entire grater is BPA, Melamine, PVC, and Phthalate free, and is completely biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable.

This one has a coarse blade, which is ideal for grating cheese, carrots, ginger, coconut, and nuts.

Dishwasher safe.

Great for food storage if you prefer an option with a glass lid. I also use them for storing my homemade cleaning scrubs.

Another work horse in our kitchen. We love to cook but we don’t like having all sorts of single-use appliances taking up space.

We resisted getting a food processor for a long time…opting to use our high speed blender instead. The truth is, finally getting a food processor was so helpful. Now we can make pesto, ice cream, falafels, veggie burger mix and cauliflower rice etc. so much quicker and easier.

We also waved the white flag on cutting up veggies manually and started shredding our cabbages and running our potatoes and sweet potatoes etc. through the processor for the perfect slice every time.

One of the reasons why I like these mason jar lids is that they don’t rust like the regular lids can do. These lids, called 'iLids’ (ha!), are made of food-safe polypropylene #5 that is free of BPA, BPS and Phlatates. They are recycled and recyclable and made in North America.

The Drink lids are really helpful for me when I’m out and about. I usually have a homemade smoothie on hand and the slide along opening/closing mechanism, as well as the straw hole, make it easy to keep my healthy habits up on the go.

We really started to prioritise the use of these mesh produce bags when we lived in the UAE.

The amount of plastic produce bags we saw being used was…disheartening. Sickening really. We knew we could do our part by making the switch so I bought a set of these mesh bags.

I always got questions from the staff and fellow customers about where to get them etc. so I think it got some people thinking about making the switch too.

Either way, we are absolute converts. I love these bags. I do wash them regularly in the machine. I’ve never had any issues doing so.

Old faithful! We started out with a Vitamix blender and we loved it. When we went to live overseas, we bought a Blendtec. There are features that I like on both blenders, specifically the speed control on the Vitamix.

If you already have a Vitamix, you can now get a Blendtec jar to fit the Vitamix. The Blendtec jar is wider overall, making it a little easier to empty out and clean.

Overall, you can’t go wrong with either the Vitamix or the Blendtec if you are in the market for a high-speed blender.

The large 32oz capacity and the transparent glass helps me keep track of my daily water intake. I personally love a glass bottle as I don’t have to worry about any nasties leaching into my water from plastic and metal alternatives. This bottle is dishwasher safe.

No-plastic, reusable to-go cup…healthier for you and the planet!

“The 16oz reusable Joco Cup is Artisan blown from thermal shock resistant borosilicate glass and features a medical grade silicone lid and sleeve. Refuse all plastic and enhance your coffee ritual. 100% plastic-free, certified non-toxic, antibacterial, microwave & dishwasher safe.”

Checks all the boxes.

I’ll let the description speak for itself here…

“The 20oz Joco Flask is Artisan blown from high-grade borosilicate glass and features a naturally antibacterial olive wood lid & velvet touch non-slip grip for a refined drinking experience. Certified non-toxic, stain & odour resistant.”

Non-toxic, naturally anti-bacterial, no plastic…you’re speaking my language. Many of the glass reusable bottles I come across have plastic lids so I love that these ones don’t. You know I’m a sucker for form and function and these bottles are so stylish, which adds to the appeal for me.

I specifically like these Anchor Hocking glass mugs because of their size and capacity. Many of the Medical Medium servings are 16oz or 32oz. This mug makes it easy for me to know I’m consuming the recommended serving.

Also…

“Anchor Hocking glass is healthier than plastic and metal. It will not warp, stain, retain smells, or leach chemicals into drinks and beverages.”

I think we can all agree that we love beverages free from leached chemicals, am I right?!

I was aware of toxic non-stick coatings on cookware but I honestly hadn’t considered my bakeware. That too? Ugh. I don’t want my cakes and roasted veggies etc. to be laced with nasty chemicals leaching from non-stick coatings.

Luckily, GreenLife makes affordable, non-stick ceramic bakeware that is free from PFAS PFOA, Lead & Cadmium so you can bake without having to worry!!

I was aware of toxic non-stick coatings on cookware but I honestly hadn’t considered my bakeware. That too? Ugh. I don’t want my cakes and roasted veggies etc. to be laced with nasty chemicals leaching from non-stick coatings.

Luckily, GreenLife makes affordable, non-stick ceramic bakeware that is free from PFAS PFOA, Lead & Cadmium so you can bake without having to worry!!

I was aware of toxic non-stick coatings on cookware but I honestly hadn’t considered my bakeware. That too? Ugh. I don’t want my cakes and roasted veggies etc. to be laced with nasty chemicals leaching from non-stick coatings.

Luckily, GreenLife makes affordable, non-stick ceramic bakeware that is free from PFAS PFOA, Lead & Cadmium so you can bake without having to worry!!

I was aware of toxic non-stick coatings on cookware but I honestly hadn’t considered my bakeware. That too? Ugh. I don’t want my cakes and roasted veggies etc. to be laced with nasty chemicals leaching from non-stick coatings.

Luckily, GreenLife makes affordable, non-stick ceramic bakeware that is free from PFAS PFOA, Lead & Cadmium so you can bake without having to worry!!

I was aware of toxic non-stick coatings on cookware but I honestly hadn’t considered my bakeware. That too? Ugh. I don’t want my cakes and roasted veggies etc. to be laced with nasty chemicals leaching from non-stick coatings.

Luckily, GreenLife makes affordable, non-stick ceramic bakeware that is free from PFAS PFOA, Lead & Cadmium so you can bake without having to worry!!

FSC-certified wood fibre cutting boards that are easy on our knives (my husband loves to cook and his chef knives are his babies!!), hygienic, dishwasher safe and made by skilled artisans in the USA. These are made to last a lifetime!

We love Wean Green tempered glass containers.

“Our glass is free of nasty chemicals, such as BPA, PVC’s or Phthalates that may be harmful to your child. It is 4-5 times stronger than regular glass as well as dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe. Our glass is impermeable, 100% recyclable, and will not stain - so you can store your tomato sauce with ease!”

The lids have a silicone seal so they are leak-proof and airtight to keep food fresh. While we like that they are also dishwasher and freezer safe, we steer clear of microwaves altogether so that one is not so important to us.

Most regular, non-stick coatings are toxic, containing harmful substances that have been linked to cancers. It is important to be discerning when you see labels such as “non-stick” - you need to check to see what the coating is and if the company explicitly states that the coating on the cooking surface is free from harmful substances.

We like GreenLife cookware. They state, “[o]ur healthy and easy-to-clean ceramic nonstick coating is derived from sand and free of PFAS, PFOA, lead, and cadmium.”

Non-toxic and non-stick - that works for us!

Le Creuset is known for being a leader when it comes to non-toxic, long-lasting, versatile cookware options. Cast iron is known to hold and distribute heat evenly so the food cooks at an even temperature.

This enamelled cast iron French oven is extremely versatile; it works on all cooktops (ceramic, electric, halogen, induction, gas) and can even be used under the broiler and in the oven to bake bread or a cake! It’s also dishwasher safe.

Genuine Le Creuset products are still “individually cast in sand molds and hand-inspected by French artisans.” They are truly special pieces that last.

It comes with a lifetime warranty too! If you know me by now, you will know I love the classic white one (as pictured). This colour is called Cotton.