Our Picks (including Dr. Weil's Tinned Fish Go-To) and a Ginger Blueberry Compote Recipe

Using those seasonal berries for dessert!

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We covered a lot of ground this week: our take on Apple Cider Vinegar, how to make homemade salad dressing (including delicious dressing recipes for you to try at home), a how-to video on making a cold matcha tea, and more.

Today we cover our three picks, plus a versatile, seasonal recipe featuring blueberries: Blueberry Ginger Compote. We hope you enjoy it.

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The Fishwife Tinned Fish

As mentioned in my post on becoming a pescatarian, I enjoy tinned fish, especially tinned sardines and herring. I have found the offerings from The Fishwife to be tasty and consistent. A good way to sample tinned fish if you are new to them. And be sure to look for my takes on a variety of tinned fish options next month. - Dr. Weil

Matcha Frother

Also seen in my How to Make Cold Matcha video, I use this frother. It is simple and creates exactly the amount of froth I prefer. You can save 20% on a one-time purchase with the code: MKWEIL (Please note that I am partner in this company.) - Dr. Weil

Bachan’s The Original Japanese Barbecue Sauce

I just got this Japanese barbecue sauce that I'm obsessed with. Truly simple ingredients - none of the bad stuff - and so good on everything from sandwiches to tofu to rice bowls. Highly recommended! - Diana

Blueberry Ginger Compote

This blueberry ginger compote is both refreshing and light. It’s a simple yet delicious way to turn a plain bowl of yogurt or ricotta into a beautiful dessert - or even breakfast. We chose to sweeten this with a bit of maple syrup, but you can forgo it entirely and just rely on the sweetness from the berries. To serve for breakfast, try making a blueberry compote yogurt parfait bowl with layered yogurt, fruit, granola, and compote. Be cautious not to simmer too long, or it’ll become more like a jam. Serve warm or chilled.

Serves 4

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