Food for thought about all things health and well-being
(for gluten-free, paleo, and/or AIP living… and beyond).
Buckwheat Sourdough Boule
If you have not yet attempted gluten-free sourdough, then perhaps this recipe will convince you to try it?
Valentine’s Cookies
Don’t you miss Valentine’s Day from when we were a kid? I loved the tradition of exchanging Valentine’s cards with all of the kids at school. This year, I said it with cookies…
Seafood “Pasta”
One of my favourite recipes... To keep you busy until you're able to visit me in the Teaching Kitchen,try this gluten-free / dairy-free, Paleo, and/or AIP recipe that is part of my weekly repertoire.GF, DF, Paleo, AIP This is one of my comfort foods. A meal that is...
Endive / Apple Salad
A crunchy, light appetizer that will stimulate quality digestion (read: gastric juices) via its slightly bitter / acidic flavours. Yum!
Lemon Panna Cotta
For people who don’t want to consume tons of sugar — even in their desserts, this GF/DF, Paleo, AND AIP lemon panna cotta is easy to prepare and totally refreshing.
Cod Tartar with Avocado
Whenever I need a quick appetizer, but something a bit sophisticated nonetheless… (and nutrient-dense, of course)… I turn to a tartare.
The main ingredient is frozen, so no shopping required.
No long list of ingredients either.
Heck, there isn’t even any cooking involved!
Always keep a bit of fish in the freezer.
That way, you can just move it to the fridge in the morning…
and then assemble all of the ingredients
around 30-minutes before eating.
What could be easier ?!
Gluten-Free / Paleo / AIP Zucchini Muffins
Here’s a reliable (and delicious) muffin that works well for gluten-free, gluten-free / dairy-free, Paleo, or AIP. Because sometimes, all you need is a muffin and a cup of tea.
GF/DF Pastry Cream
Here’s a great GF/DF version of this really versatile “classic” pastry ingredient.
Salad with Duck Gizzards Confit
This salad is SOOO delicious and nutrient-dense, but also light enough for a hot summer lunch. (Did you know that duck gizzards count as offal ?!)
Cauliflower Tabbouleh
A nutrient-dense salad option that is perfect for summer. Delicious Middle Eastern flavours !
Pork Tenderloin & Balsamic-Maple Sauce
Make-ahead and full of flavour… this meal is on my “at least once a week” roster !
GF/DF Waffle Cones
When the sun starts to shine, my taste buds crave a scoop of sorbet in a waffle cone. How about you?
Cucumber Verrine
There’s nothing more refreshing on a warm day than an entrée made from cucumbers and mint!
Cassava Wraps
When following an AIP diet, there are times when all we want is a sandwich. These wraps offer endless variety that is fully compliant!
Sweet Potato Brownies
This tender, dark-chocolate brownie is SOOOOO tasty! (I’ll give you a nut-free option as well.)
Sweet Onion & Goat Cheese Bread
This is one of my favourite breads. It’s hearty, it’s tasty, it’s moist and flavourful ! Add an olive spread and a glass of kombucha, and you’ve got yourself an “apéro” !
Macarons !!!
Are you a fan of chocolate? (…and really, who isn’t?!). These little desserts are heavenly… and gluten-free.
Mediterranean Spatchcocked Chicken
This dish provides a delicious and moist chicken, with crispy skin… and all prepared in advance. Pop it in the oven on the night you want to eat, and voilà… 45-60min later, dinner is ready!
Citrus Tuna Tartare
A delicious and nutrient-dense appetizer that sheds a spotlight on seasonal mandarine oranges. Yum!
Pear « Amandine »
A gluten-free / dairy-free dessert that is perfectly adaptable to every season! A perfectly simple (and GOOD) end to any meal.

Based in the beautiful Cévenne mountains, just north of Montpellier (France), Jan is a Nutritional Therapy Consultant and cooking instructor, as well as an allergy-friendly vacation host. Broadly speaking, she uses food to help people to feel better in their bodies.




On completion of cooking school in 2018,
Jan Steele (aka La Goose) relocated to the beautiful Cévenne mountains in the South of France. In her home made of stone, she teaches clients to reclaim healthful culinary traditions. Jan hosts visitors to the region, ensuring that their dietary restrictions -- be they GF, Paleo, or AIP -- are respected to a T.