My Digital Kitchen

07/04/2023

What’s your go-to meal that you serve for Easter Dinner?

Other than roast turkey or ham, lamb is a very common staple served for Easter, especially in my household. These Zesty Mint Lamb Burgers from my cookbook are super flavourful and light, with hints of fresh mint and lime that springboard your palate into the spring season 🍋🌸🥬

Grill these lamb burgers and serve them up with a bread or veggie bun, side salad or even toasted potatoes! Recipe is on page 15 of my cookbook (link in profile).

Wishing you all a Happy Easter!🐰

28/02/2023

I’m back with another simple and mouthwatering recipe that’s perfect for the season. Introducing Moroccan Spiced Lamb with Creamy Kabocha Squash 🥘 This is a remake of the Moroccan Rack of Lamb and Curry Cauliflower mash from my cookbook, but uses lamb lollipops and creamy kabocha squash.

Using lamb lollipops is a budget friendly alternative because you get to choose the amount you want, without having to purchase a whole rack.

Swipe for the recipe for the kabocha squash. The recipe for the Moroccan Spiced Rack of Lamb is on page 11 of my 30 Minute Low Carb Dinners cookbook (link in profile).

28/11/2022

What’s your favourite cold weather comfort food? 🥘

On very cold days, my go-to comfort foods are hearty stews and occasionally a grilled cheese sandwich with a squash curry soup. If you’re feeling fancy however, my Braised Red Wine Short Ribs with Garlic Herb Mashed Rutabaga is a deliciously healthy & hearty meal that is sure to impress🤩

I gave this dish a low carb spin by using rutabaga instead of mashed potatoes. So this is a great option for those looking for a low carb version or looking for ways to cook with rutabaga.

Swipe for the recipe👉🏾

29/08/2022

Have you ever had a persimmon? If so, what’s your favourite way of eating it?

As much as I dread saying it, Fall is right around the corner 🍂 which means you will start seeing persimmons at your grocery store! If you’re new to persimmons, this Persimmon Crème Brûlée is an easy and dare I say fancy take on a traditional crème brûlée you should try. It’s a no bake dessert that that is also egg & sugar free.

Head over to for the recipe or my link in profile👉🏾

18/07/2022

Have you ever had a keto burger? 🍔

Introducing my Herbed Turkey Keto Burger, using low carb burger buns, with 3g of net carbs per bun! 🍔

Most go-to’s for low carb burgers usually use a lettuce wrap; I even have a few recipes using a lettuce wrap in my cookbook. But lets be real, as delicious as they are, they don’t always hold up and can get messy, as if life isn’t messy enough 😉

This juicy turkey burger is packed with basil, chives, parsley and shallots for maximum flavour, but you can also use any herbs you like! (Don’t go overboard if using tarragon or rosemary). Swipe for the recipe 👉🏾

13/06/2022

Do you prefer hard shell or soft shell tacos? 🌮

For me, it depends on my mood. Crispy fillings compliment soft shell tacos and grilled/seared fillings go quite well with hard shell tacos. If you’re in the mood for something crispy, these Tequila Tajin & Lime Shrimp Tostadas are calling your name.

Featuring , think of it as a margarita tostada 😉 Plus I had the absolute pleasure of attending a tasting for hosted by the master distiller , featuring their Blanco, Reposado and Añejo blends

Swipe for the recipe!

03/05/2022

Do you prefer dining-in with a home cooked meal or taking mom out on Mother’s Day?🌹

If you plan on treating mom to a dine-in experience this Mother’s Day, whipping up my Almond Lemon Ricotta Cake for dessert wouldn’t hurt 😉 It’s low carb, gluten & sugar free.

Grab the recipe on (link in profile)

07/04/2022

Homemade bread or store-bought? What’s your go-to? 🥖 🍞

I do both. Baking bread is therapeutic, but store-bought is convenient. Plus, when you successfully make beautiful bread, you feel like an artistic genius 👩🏾‍🎨

You can find my no-knead Whole Wheat Bread and Multigrain bread recipe on my website (link in profile). Happy Baking!

09/03/2022

How are you using Citruses this season?🍋 🍊

I usually bake with citruses, mostly cakes, and I occasionally use them in crêpes or cocktails. If you can find blood oranges at your local grocers, you must make this Paleo & Refined Sugar Free Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake with Lemon Curd. There’s no better marriage than orange + lemon in a moist and delightful cake 🍊 🍰 🍋

Recipe is on my website (link in profile👉🏾)

24/01/2022

If you could only eat waffles or pancakes forever, what will you choose? 🥞

Another day, another snow day ❄️ This might sound cliché, but I’m currently daydreaming of being somewhere warm with palm trees, cocktail in hand, and laying on the beach with a good mystery book. But for now, these Earl Grey Cherry Crêpes will have to do to keep my spirits up🍒 These are also dairy free! Grab the recipe on my website (link in profile👉🏾)

Stay warm and cozy! And for the record, I’d probably choose waffles 🙈

07/01/2022

New Year, new recipe🎉 but with the same deliciousness, because no matter what year it is, good food should be timeless, don’t you agree?😃

When sent me their amazing seafood box, I grabbed one of the seafood packs and made this Butterflied Herbed Sesame Garlic Shrimp with Parmesan. It’s a simple, low carb tasty dish that comes together in 20 minutes!

If you’re in the Toronto area and are looking for a customized box of premium quality & ethically sourced meats and seafood selection, head over to website and use my discount code “MDK20” to get 20% off your first order! Swipe for the recipe👉🏾

03/12/2021

Hands up if your Christmas decorations are already up!🎄

I’ve had my decorations up since November 1st, because this season is my absolute favourite!🎅🏾

If you’re cozying up with your go-to holiday movies while counting down to Santas grand arrival, you would want to have this one pot Moroccan Chicken Tagine on your table.

If you’re like me and you crave flavorful, warm and hearty soups and stews during this season, this chicken tagine delivers on all fronts! Swipe for the recipe 👉🏾

16/11/2021

Tell me, what are your tips for elegantly eating shelled seafood in public? 🦀🦞

I’m talking shelled crab, lobster, oysters, and even mussels, like these flavourful Thai Coconut Curry Mussels, paired with Pearl Barley… *Chef’s kiss* 👩🏾‍🍳💋

As delicious as these were, I ate them at home, by myself, with a fork and my hands 🙈 and I think I used up two paper towels when I was done. I mean, it was finger licking good, but I would like to have some etiquette the next time I eat them!

Head on to my website for the updated recipe (this is a remake from a previous one) Link in profile 👉🏾

12/11/2021

Check out this delicious segment on CTV Morning Live Atlantic showcasing a recipe from my new cookbook.

Chef Valerie Azinge shares her recipe for goat cheese zucchini pizza boats.

12/11/2021

My amazing interview on Turning Point with Priya Sam 📺🧡

“The accident literally got me down to ground zero, and I had to start from scratch. So I found that this cookbook was definitely a healing journey for me.”

Valerie Azinge, founder of My Digital Kitchen, says she is grateful for every day after surviving an accident that claimed the life of her friend. They were riding a motorcycle when they were hit by a drunk driver.

Valerie was injured and recovering in hospital when she was offered the opportunity to write a cookbook. Between doctors appointments and physiotherapy, she found the energy to test recipes, take photos and put her favourite recipes into writing.

You can hear her full story in episode 27 of Turning Point🎧

YT: https://bit.ly/3lWoP0X
Apple: https://apple.co/2Z6ELVv
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3jrDxeI

13/10/2021

Summer or Fall picnics?☀️🍂What’s your pick? 🧺

I like both, but I find that Fall weather is more suitable because the temperatures are cooler and the falling leaves are so beautiful. This was the case with my Fall picnic book launch party last year 🎉

If you’re looking for some Fall picnic inspiration, take my Autumn Spiced Pear & Strawberry Sangria with you, and your fruits, cheeses or choice of snacks. Everything fits on a tray, so you can carry the whole platter to safely if it starts raining ☔️ (yay Fall)

I used Sauvignon Blanc for the sangria. Swipe for the recipe👉🏾

25/08/2021

Lemonade or Iced Tea? What’s your go-to summer beverage? 🍋🍹

Although summer is almost coming to an end (😢), there’s still time to soak up some sun, with a refreshing beverage in one hand and your favourite book in another 🍹📕

For an easy and unique spin on the popular summer beverages, whip up my sugar free Turmeric Basil Lemonade or my Virgin Long Island Ice tea, using powder blends. The Turmeric Lemonade and Lions Mane Iced Tea both offer brain boosting and anti-inflammatory benefits, plus, they are sugar free. Just add water, stir, and you’re all set! Swipe for recipe👉🏾 [AD]

20/08/2021

I’m back with a new and tasty recipe to add to your menu as you soak up some sun🤩

These Shrimp Cakes with Lemon Basil Gravy is a delicious light summer dish you definitely need to make! Plus it’s gluten & dairy free. It also pairs well with many side dishes.

Thank you guys for bearing with my absense as I still need to sort out a few personal things. I’d also love to know any new recipe content ideas you’d love to see! Swipe for recipe👉🏾

18/08/2021

Ice cream or popsicles? What’s your pick?

I personally love both🍦

A sunny hump day calls for Orange Mint Rosé 🍇🍃🍊 These popsicles are the perfect fruity summer treat to beat the heat ☀️ You can also switch out the Rosé for an alcoholic-free mocktail like

Ingredients:

1 stalk mint leaves
Juice from 3 large oranges
8oz dry Rosé (or mocktail blend)

1. Crush mint leaves in a mortar and pestle. Add a fee drops of water and crush until semi paste like.
2. Pour orange juice and Rosé in a jug. Add in crushed mint leaves and stir.
3. Pour the mixture into popsicles moulds and freeze for 2 hours.

09/07/2021

Just wrapped up a wonderful TV segment with CTV Regina talking about how my motorcycle accident experience led to the creation of my cookbook. Check out the segment via the link below!

01/07/2021

It never gets old seeing your cookbook on shelves! Grab your copy if you haven’t yet for delicious low carb dinner ideas 💡

http://www.mydigitalkitchen.ca/my-book/

21/05/2021

Where are my quiche lovers at?🙋🏾‍♀️

Inspired by “Refrigerator Clean-out Quiche,” my version uses kale, onions and bell peppers with some leftover phyllo dough sheets I found in my freezer. This is a great way to utilize left over produce that would go bad from being left in the fridge for too long.

Swipe for the full recipe. If you’re also looking for a low carb crustless version, check out for my crustless quiche recipe! (Link in profile).

Wishing you all a happy long weekend!☀️

30/03/2021

Who caught my TV segment on CTV’s yesterday? 📺👩🏾‍🍳

I cooked up my Palmini Shrimp Scampi from my cookbook and also shared my story and health journey leading up to it 🙏🏾 A big thank you to for having me on💜

This Palmini Shrimp Scampi recipe is from my cookbook (link in profile) and also on the website💙 Check out my stories for highlights and links to my tv segment!

Have a sunny week everyone☀️

17/03/2021

Happy St. Patricks day!🍀 How are you celebrating?

I mean, a green smoothie may not fall in line with the festivities 😂 but if you want something refreshing and green before the real party begins, this Pineapple Baobab smoothie is calling your name.

I added baobab powder from for added antioxidants, and a healthy scoop of collagen powder from for skin health, all to help transition nicely into the spring season 🌸

Smoothie contains kale, spinach, pineapple, 1 banana, 2 tbsp boabab powder and 1 scoop collagen.

Enjoy!

25/02/2021

This feeling never gets old. Seeing your hard work on bookshelves at Canada’s largest bookstore is incredible.

Footage is from September 2020.

Grab your copy via the link below:

12/02/2021

All my meatball fans, raise your hands🙋🏾‍♀️

Technically these yummy meatballs are made with turkey, but my Red Curry Turkey Meatballs with Thai Peanut Sauce is a low carb dish that packs a spicy flavour punch that will knock your socks off 🤜 Plus, they are ready in 30 minutes.

Wishing everyone a lovely weekend ♥️

Recipe is from my cookbook 💫(link in profile)