Yes!! And I like Matthew Posa , if you like outdoor adventures like canoeing camping fishing cooking over the fire ( and doggies)... He is so positive and also funny without trying to be an expert. Hes just doing his thing. I will play his videos for hours some days as background ambiance...thats how un annoying most of it is. Learned alot too.
You said plating is not a strength of yours, but as you were plating your tacos I was thinking-- his plates always look so great! haha Perspective! You're very skillful! Always enjoy your dishes!
I don't think it'll ever get old watching you make delicious food and lead a healthy lifestyle! Thank you for all the tips and tricks! You've helped revolutionize my staple meals!
Hi Derek I watch you and Crystal all the time. I live in Melbourne Australia. I have been fully plant based for 15 months now lost 15 KGs and am committed because I have heart disease. I love the chickpea recipe and just made it. I am learning to throw together ingredients that I like. It has certainly been a journey but I haven’t given up because I feel so good. Love not having food cravings now that I don’t eat sugar or processed foods. I love Canadian maple syrup - its quite expensive but it one of my staples. Keep up the good work. I work in a hospital. It’s been very busy but all is good with us. Stay safe.
Another awesome video! I got in "trouble" today too for not keeping within the red lines at the cashier at the grocery store. Oops! Haha So I apologized and thanked them for the reminder because they have to keep safe too and they were glad for that. Keep your chin up, we're all in this together ❤
I really like your approach and title for this video. Emotion, mental wellbeing and its relationship with food is something very hard to translate to people who aren't in the same place
No doubt the Vitamix is sort of a gold-standard and I might even get one next, but more affordable options can be found. I got an Oster Pro 1200 over four years ago for like $60 that I've used almost daily and handles pretty much anything I need it to. One nice thing is it has a smoothie preset that alternates the blade direction several times and negates the need to prod things around. It also has a glass pitcher for those who prefer that. The vitamix is actually too high powered for them to use glass even if they wanted to (at least that's what they say). The vitamix is higher powered and probably lasts longer, but I know when I first started there was no way I was going to spend that much on one, so it is an option to start with a cheaper one if you're on a budget.
I have the same blender...! It does a good job on smoothies. I’ve done hummus too, but I usually have to make it a bit more liquidy to get it to mix. But overall, it’s a great blender. Also, the smoothie button always impresses my friends and family. 😆
Seeing Derek enjoying his smoothiebowl and having a 'transient experience' is by far the best thing I've seen on youtube in a while. If not my whole life hahahah
It's so nice to watch your videos and see your smiling face with all the craziness going on in the world. You always make the best food and take us to the most beautiful places. Thank you for all you do, you and Crystal stay safe, God Bless 😊❤
I just recently bought a Vitamix the old school kind, and saw they offer payment plans so, even more of a reason to invest in one. I use mine everyday.
The two of you are such a lovely couple. Crystal is just beautiful. I'm so jealous of your wisdom and healthy lifestyle at your age. I didn't start down the healthy path until late in life, and can't get hubby to be healthy. But you do what you can. Love you both!
Ohhhh when i saw that tahini brand i was going to cry, this brand “al wadi” is from my country Lebanon and i can’t find it in Europe. Anyway bonne appetite looks delicious 🤤
I enjoy this longer video & all of the recipes. You inspired me to get up off my couch & make a salads for my family & myself lol. Glad you guys are making the best of things. I need to get outside more.
I always cringe at the length of them. Haha, I knew this would be a long one and glad you enjoy them. I know with my favourite CZcamsrs I get excited when I see a nice solid upload, so I guess its the same for some of you. Thank you. Hard to imagine I am that to some people.
You have no idea how much you've helped me Derek. Not just these awesome recipes but also the nature hikes (that JFK reference made me lol) I've never been a very athletic guy but you've inspired me to at least get in some exercise every day. Friggin' love you man!
I just stumbled onto you today! You make me proud to be Canadian🇨🇦!! What an inspiration you are!! I am excited to introduce my children to you but especially my son that lives on his own. They have grown up in a vegetarian now vegan household! Fruits and veggies all day long are what they have always known. And I love the outdoor additional shots. Well edited and well thought out. I love your balanced energy. You rock!!
I am planning on transitioning my diet to a plant based diet. I have been watching your videos and they have definitely motivated me to go through with it. Love the content!
Super easy meal is hot legume/starch/veg soup or stew on top of raw greens-spring mix, thin sliced kale, arugula, etc. The hot soup wilts the greens and it's so easy to make, just batch cook the soup or stew, throw on the raw greens. Salads are super great once in awhile, but I'm a SUPER slow eater, and they take like 90 min for me to eat!
TiltOut he has the supplement and in some videos he took some but he has also said it's not necessary. would still like a video w his full opinion on it
So, I'm not a vegan but I signed up for a no meat for a month challenge. You are about to make this challenge very easy for me. Thank you for keeping it simple and being so positive.
The whole days worth of food looks awesome Derek! I’m jealous you and Crystal live near the forest 😍🌲🌲. Thank you for posting again so soon-we love having our “cheerful Derek” videos to look forward to ☺️. Have a fabulous week!!! ♥️🌱♥️
I have swapped out plant milk for water in smoothies and when it's too runny I add 1-2 TBSP FLAXMEAL!! It adds extra nutrition AND thickens your drink. I make a watermelon lime and chili smoothie and use FLAXSEED MEAL to stop the watermelon separating too 🤩😍🤩 amazing!!
I think this is your best what I ate video yet!! Nature, workout and amazing recipe ideas!! Thanks for the inspo as always, looking forward to trying that salad, and jackfruit in wraps.... I always have it on pizza or burger buns. Thanks for the positive vibes and content!
The anthocyanins in your cabbage change colour based on pH. It can go from greenish-yellow, to blue to purple to red, purple being around pH 7. Red cabbage turns red when cooked with some acid (a dash of vinegar and chopped apples is traditional here). They also look different raw depending on the soil pH in which they grow.
I love watching your videos for more tips. But I just love your videos they’re so uplifting and it being fall/winter it helps get you outta the blues. Derek, love your videos so thankful you’ve made me a better as a vegan and a person.
you guys are amazing! plz plz write a recipe book. It will make single working momsand new kids out on their own happy everywhere keep the videos coming!!! Peace Love and Smoothies from NY
5:50 I mean, yes, we get it, you're Superman, Derik, but you don't gotta go rubbing it in on us unworthy viewers! 💪😎 Also, aren't you worried your girlfriend's gonna melt? 😂
Thanks for a nice video Derek! Wishing you positive mood & good vibes for these uncertain times & Keep working out & cooking your inspiring delicacies. I’m totally hooked!
@8:49No one: Absolutely no one: Derek: and some lil red cabbage that is actually purple; still bugs me! I’m never gonna let that go. Who named these vegetables? Must be colour blind or something 👿
So happy to see your positive content amidst all the somber news. Thank you for the work you do, the inspiration you impart, and for finally conditioning your cutting board ;)
Like that you in corporate so much if the everyday ingredients, making it easier for me to start a more balanced and healthier lifestyle. The outdoor scenes and exercises well balanced. Thank you! Oh! Omg! On the smoothie bowl, drizzled with melted peanut butter amazing 😋
i love these two so much i just dont even know how to express it sometimes. The food, the goofy / cute / hot vibes, the adventures, its so wholesome and i would love to live this life myself one day
Came across you while researching plant based yesterday, and love that you’re so local to me. Just moved to Lantzville. Watching many of your videos now!
That is one of the most stunningly beautiful places I have ever seen. I love that you appreciate it. I miss the NW soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much . . . Love, love, love it when you take us along. You and Crystal are super inspiring. Thank you.
Yes my friend You are an idea excellent and organic spokesperson for the Vitamix.These videos should open that door right up.Just found you, love the videos.👍👍👍👍👍👍
You know what helps with stressful times? Simnett nutrition videos 🙌
Aww to kind! Thank you. :)
Daawwwwww
So true, so positive!!
Amen
Simnett Nutrition hi there, just wondering if avocados will work as substitute for cashews, tahini and nut butters in your sauce recipes
He's the only youtuber I can tolerate if he talks for hours.
Same here!
Same lol
Yes!! And I like Matthew Posa , if you like outdoor adventures like canoeing camping fishing cooking over the fire ( and doggies)... He is so positive and also funny without trying to be an expert. Hes just doing his thing. I will play his videos for hours some days as background ambiance...thats how un annoying most of it is. Learned alot too.
Ditto lol
Because his authentic....I'm from South Africa🇿🇦 I have changed my lifestyle because of him
This guy is just pure energy. Just precious. Blessings to him and his family.
"That's a wrap" and the chorus reply "No, that's a taco" LOL
Haha good joke!
is a taco a wrap?
@@Football0Lover
I use the word "wrap"
For some contents enclosed in a flat bread
And "taco" for an open version
But I might be mistaken LOL
Lettuce pray
That’s what I said too ahahah
Loved the video man x
You said plating is not a strength of yours, but as you were plating your tacos I was thinking-- his plates always look so great! haha Perspective! You're very skillful! Always enjoy your dishes!
Ahhh I love your show. It is so cool that you watch Derek!
100
Agree!!
“Plating is not a strength of mine,” he says while his plates sit there looking like they need a Michelin Star.
I know who I am ;) Glad the whisk still comes in handy. Your content gives me life buddy, as ever. Thanks for keeping our spirits up!
@TheGardner22 good call on that cute whisk! Did you get in online? And how is it called? Thank you! ;)
TheGardner22 Very kind of you 😊
where did you get the whisk from? link?
"I always say, probably could have made that better myself" - Derek Simnett 2020. My man
I don't think it'll ever get old watching you make delicious food and lead a healthy lifestyle! Thank you for all the tips and tricks! You've helped revolutionize my staple meals!
Buying a Vitamix was the best kitchen purchase I made. It's right up there with good knives, an instapot, and my kitchen aid.
Just got one!! Beautiful ❤️
Hi Derek I watch you and Crystal all the time. I live in Melbourne Australia. I have been fully plant based for 15 months now lost 15 KGs and am committed because I have heart disease. I love the chickpea recipe and just made it. I am learning to throw together ingredients that I like. It has certainly been a journey but I haven’t given up because I feel so good. Love not having food cravings now that I don’t eat sugar or processed foods. I love Canadian maple syrup - its quite expensive but it one of my staples. Keep up the good work. I work in a hospital. It’s been very busy but all is good with us. Stay safe.
Another awesome video! I got in "trouble" today too for not keeping within the red lines at the cashier at the grocery store. Oops! Haha So I apologized and thanked them for the reminder because they have to keep safe too and they were glad for that. Keep your chin up, we're all in this together ❤
I wish I had a waterfall near me!! Great scenery and content as always.
Thank you. Yes we are so lucky to have that near by.
That hike looked like one of the most beautiful places in the world. Thanks for sharing with us, guys 🤎
I don't understand who can ever be mean to Derek and Crystal? or anyone who is nice in general. I hate people who treat others badly for no reason.
Derek, I love that you wanted to lift yourself up and share that with others. So good!
“This ain’t your grandma‘s iceberg lettuce and cucumber salad. “ 😹😹😹
My sister heard that from the other room and laughed.
I really like your approach and title for this video. Emotion, mental wellbeing and its relationship with food is something very hard to translate to people who aren't in the same place
No doubt the Vitamix is sort of a gold-standard and I might even get one next, but more affordable options can be found. I got an Oster Pro 1200 over four years ago for like $60 that I've used almost daily and handles pretty much anything I need it to. One nice thing is it has a smoothie preset that alternates the blade direction several times and negates the need to prod things around. It also has a glass pitcher for those who prefer that. The vitamix is actually too high powered for them to use glass even if they wanted to (at least that's what they say). The vitamix is higher powered and probably lasts longer, but I know when I first started there was no way I was going to spend that much on one, so it is an option to start with a cheaper one if you're on a budget.
I use a bullet blender for roughly the same price and it works like a dream
I have the same blender...! It does a good job on smoothies. I’ve done hummus too, but I usually have to make it a bit more liquidy to get it to mix. But overall, it’s a great blender. Also, the smoothie button always impresses my friends and family. 😆
Love my vitamix had others but this is the best
You and Crystal have a beautiful place to walk in peace!
Thank you for all your great content! Definitely been eating way more vegan meals since I found your channel! 🌻🌼🌹
That's amazing! Keep it up Victoria. Happy to inspire.
Same here!
I just found your channel...I am 70 yrs old and I love your recipes ....I think I will try them ....yall make a cute couple. Thanks 😊❤
Seeing Derek enjoying his smoothiebowl and having a 'transient experience' is by far the best thing I've seen on youtube in a while. If not my whole life hahahah
It's so nice to watch your videos and see your smiling face with all the craziness going on in the world. You always make the best food and take us to the most beautiful places. Thank you for all you do, you and Crystal stay safe, God Bless 😊❤
We definitely all need this during these tough times. Thank you and Crystal so much for spreading your positivity!
Crystal shows up when the work is done and the meal is ready 😁👌🏽
That smoothie bowl was the most beautiful creation I've ever seen, the peanut butter drizzle was liquid magic! Making that next post workout 🤤
It's so good! I used almond butter, heaven!
Stress can't get to you after a good.workout , especially outdoors
I just recently bought a Vitamix the old school kind, and saw they offer payment plans so, even more of a reason to invest in one. I use mine everyday.
The two of you are such a lovely couple. Crystal is just beautiful. I'm so jealous of your wisdom and healthy lifestyle at your age. I didn't start down the healthy path until late in life, and can't get hubby to be healthy. But you do what you can. Love you both!
Derek: Hi how's your shift going?
Cashier: mAiNtAiN dIsTaNcE!!!
haha so funny - longtime viewer!
Just a paranoid society, buying into the lies and FEARS
@@dprice6189 What lies?
@@somedudeinatunnel3102 you know what lies
Absolutely love your videos! So rare to find CZcamsrs who actually live where I’m from!
Ohhhh when i saw that tahini brand i was going to cry, this brand “al wadi” is from my country Lebanon and i can’t find it in Europe. Anyway bonne appetite looks delicious 🤤
Hey! We have 'Wadi' in Egypt. Close enough haha.
Visited Lebanon 2015, beautiful country. 🇱🇧❤️
Try amazon!
Wow! That is some back yard forest and water fall! Beautiful!
Thank you for being a source of positivity and joy during this time. Love your videos ❤️
Omg the forest looks so nice and rainy. All these beautiful smells of the treest, lake and soil❤
I enjoy this longer video & all of the recipes. You inspired me to get up off my couch & make a salads for my family & myself lol. Glad you guys are making the best of things. I need to get outside more.
I always cringe at the length of them. Haha, I knew this would be a long one and glad you enjoy them. I know with my favourite CZcamsrs I get excited when I see a nice solid upload, so I guess its the same for some of you. Thank you. Hard to imagine I am that to some people.
@@Simnettnutrition your definitely one of favorite CZcamsrs I clicked as soon as I got that notation. 💚
Charcoal bbq grill with some cherry wood for about an hour.. place it in a foil pan. smoked jackfruit. Very good! Made it for a friend of mine.
You have no idea how much you've helped me Derek. Not just these awesome recipes but also the nature hikes (that JFK reference made me lol) I've never been a very athletic guy but you've inspired me to at least get in some exercise every day. Friggin' love you man!
I just stumbled onto you today! You make me proud to be Canadian🇨🇦!! What an inspiration you are!! I am excited to introduce my children to you but especially my son that lives on his own. They have grown up in a vegetarian now vegan household! Fruits and veggies all day long are what they have always known. And I love the outdoor additional shots. Well edited and well thought out. I love your balanced energy. You rock!!
What's up Derek & crystal. Love you guy's. Sharing the love you guys ✌🏾😉🤙🏾💚🔥
Thank you. Sending it right back at cha!
Thanks for these recipes and the stunning forest walk with you and Crystal! That forest was such a refreshing change from city life.
He loves all his sauce and dressings and I love that lol
Omg right! I am obssesed with a good sauce/ dip!
Did that wrapper have COVID?
Loving your channel!! Super inspiring to spice up my salad game and vegan dishes
It’s probably future Derek setting up all the nookshuks for present Derek knowing he’ll love it and film it
last august, i visited jasper and banff national park! AMAZING! i never felt so alive. you are lucky to have that nature in your backyard.
I’m loving these longer videos and I totally want to eat that smoothie bowl!
I made it - it's delish!! I would definitely try it soon :)
I am planning on transitioning my diet to a plant based diet. I have been watching your videos and they have definitely motivated me to go through with it. Love the content!
Derek lazer eyeing Krystal got me man.
Hahahaha hahahaha 😂🤣😂🤣
I caught that, too. LOL
Super easy meal is hot legume/starch/veg soup or stew on top of raw greens-spring mix, thin sliced kale, arugula, etc. The hot soup wilts the greens and it's so easy to make, just batch cook the soup or stew, throw on the raw greens. Salads are super great once in awhile, but I'm a SUPER slow eater, and they take like 90 min for me to eat!
ive heard mixed thoughts on creatine id love your perspective.
TiltOut he has the supplement and in some videos he took some but he has also said it's not necessary. would still like a video w his full opinion on it
So, I'm not a vegan but I signed up for a no meat for a month challenge. You are about to make this challenge very easy for me. Thank you for keeping it simple and being so positive.
I’m just now giving up eggs’ meat like burgers ‘ pizza! I love eating burgers! Bu the longer I go without these items ! I’m not missing them
I see, I click, I like instantly
The whole days worth of food looks awesome Derek! I’m jealous you and Crystal live near the forest 😍🌲🌲. Thank you for posting again so soon-we love having our “cheerful Derek” videos to look forward to ☺️. Have a fabulous week!!! ♥️🌱♥️
I like it when you say “ What’s up everybody?” Keep on doing what your doing. Your awesome!
I have swapped out plant milk for water in smoothies and when it's too runny I add 1-2 TBSP FLAXMEAL!!
It adds extra nutrition AND thickens your drink.
I make a watermelon lime and chili smoothie and use FLAXSEED MEAL to stop the watermelon separating too 🤩😍🤩 amazing!!
I think this is your best what I ate video yet!! Nature, workout and amazing recipe ideas!! Thanks for the inspo as always, looking forward to trying that salad, and jackfruit in wraps.... I always have it on pizza or burger buns. Thanks for the positive vibes and content!
Thank you for the virtual walk through the forest, so pretty and peaceful. Need that especially these days. The food looks great!
I literally shouted "yay!" when i opened my youtube :) excited to eat lunch with your video! much love from Victoria
The anthocyanins in your cabbage change colour based on pH. It can go from greenish-yellow, to blue to purple to red, purple being around pH 7.
Red cabbage turns red when cooked with some acid (a dash of vinegar and chopped apples is traditional here). They also look different raw depending on the soil pH in which they grow.
@6:26 Me when I saw price of a Vitamix :P
Kidding, I know it's totally worth it! I love these frequent uploads!!
HAha, yah they are pricey. But over 10 years I probably would have burned out a few regular blenders by now.
@@Simnettnutrition Yeah, rub my face on it! Just kidding xD
That forest and the river are soooooo beautiful 😍 Wish we had nature like that around here!! Those tacos look insane! 🤤
Hey Derek! What kind of beet crystals? I definitely want to try!
They are from Salus. www.salus-haus.com/en/brands/schoenenberger/red-beet-crystals-02012056/
Simnett Nutrition I take them same beet crystals, I definitely seen an improvement in bench press/squats taking it before workouts
Jessica they are amazing!
I love the simplicity of Canadians. They also wear “touc” when the winter comes
No stupid tattoos, apparently no drugs…May the Universe bless you two.
FINALLY SOMEONE POINTED OUT THE FACT THAT ITS CALLED RED CABBAGE WHEN ITS GODDAMN PURPLLLLLLLLLLEEEEEEE
huh in sweden we call it purple cabbage, well in swedish but still, yeah someone has to be colour blind :P
@@ithildiess9048 at least swedes ain't color blind. bless you intellectual people ;-;
hahaha right!!
in Austria its blue 😂
@@cheerubebayonettaholopaine2638 WAS IT SO HARD TO CALL IT PURPLE CABBAGE IN LEBANON THEY CALL IT RED CABBAGE IM CRYING
I love watching your videos for more tips. But I just love your videos they’re so uplifting and it being fall/winter it helps get you outta the blues. Derek, love your videos so thankful you’ve made me a better as a vegan and a person.
I wish I lived in Canada when you go on your hiking trails. And yes, those tacos look amazing. (I miss you avocados!)
Yeah they have done many studies with beet root and athletes that show consuming beet juice improved the intensity and endurance of the workout!
Why did Harry and Megan move to LA?! I’d rather be on Vancouver Island.
Megan's an actress whom loves the media's attention. Without the royal duties of course.
Victoria Island doesn't have paparazzi's.
you guys are amazing! plz plz write a recipe book. It will make single working momsand new kids out on their own happy everywhere keep the videos coming!!! Peace Love and Smoothies from NY
This ain’t your grandma’s Iceberg lettuce and cucumber salad 😂 ACCURATE.. plus a little shredded cheese lol.
Suggestion: Use the bottom of your bowl to mash or squeeze out the water from the jackfruit with strainer. It is easier than pressing with your hand.
5:50 I mean, yes, we get it, you're Superman, Derik, but you don't gotta go rubbing it in on us unworthy viewers! 💪😎
Also, aren't you worried your girlfriend's gonna melt? 😂
Hahaha, yah I'm getting better at these special effects! ;)
Thanks for a nice video Derek! Wishing you positive mood & good vibes for these uncertain times & Keep working out & cooking your inspiring delicacies. I’m totally hooked!
@8:49No one:
Absolutely no one:
Derek: and some lil red cabbage that is actually purple; still bugs me! I’m never gonna let that go. Who named these vegetables? Must be colour blind or something 👿
@James Parker Maybe people naming vegetables are the just people with great humor pranking the future generations
Plants change over time genetically, maybe it used to be red.
i am from chile and here its named purple cabbage :D
Just love watching you! You're always so upbeat and your recipes are great. Stay well and thanks for sharing your positive energy.
⚠️⚠16:47 ️Good thing to do... butt trash on the ground can be contaminated covid-19 🦠🦠😔🌱
So happy to see your positive content amidst all the somber news. Thank you for the work you do, the inspiration you impart, and for finally conditioning your cutting board ;)
Like that you in corporate so much if the everyday ingredients, making it easier for me to start a more balanced and healthier lifestyle. The outdoor scenes and exercises well balanced. Thank you! Oh! Omg! On the smoothie bowl, drizzled with melted peanut butter amazing 😋
Oh my goodness!! Breath taking... love the hike .. gorgeous view!!!
i love these two so much i just dont even know how to express it sometimes. The food, the goofy / cute / hot vibes, the adventures, its so wholesome and i would love to live this life myself one day
I bought a second hand nutribullet at thrift store, $15
FELL IN LOVE...❤ GREAT WAY TO TEST PRODUCTS
The area with the waterfall would be a nice place to smoke, and chill with the guys.
Please make more videos for us folks that r self quarantined! Thank you!!!! 🙏
I’ve been using unsweetened almond milk! Never tried dates in my smoothie! I’ve been using one banana! Flex’ chia seeds! Walnuts! Fruit
I got a vitamix for christmas and its insane how much better my life has been now that I can make sauces and soups and smoothies!
hugs and well wishes from the other end of Canada. both of you are a breath of fresh air during all of this craziness
Thank you for the beautiful virtual hike. So very needed!
Thanks for your positivity man! Always enjoy watching your videos and spreading the happiness.
Appreciate your honesty and being vulnerable 😊✌️
Came across you while researching plant based yesterday, and love that you’re so local to me. Just moved to Lantzville. Watching many of your videos now!
2 yr vegan best shape of my life.
How can we not be lifted up by watching you two adorable and special people? Know that you both are respected and loved. Stay safe. ✌️😘🙏❤️
Not sure if you`ve seen Earthling Ed from 4 months ago on Covid 19 but it is actually making us feel better we are Vegan.
That is one of the most stunningly beautiful places I have ever seen. I love that you appreciate it. I miss the NW soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much . . . Love, love, love it when you take us along. You and Crystal are super inspiring. Thank you.
I have a Ninja and it makes smoothie bowls perfectly and I don't even have to do anything else but turn it on.
Agreed love my Ninja very powerful
Beautiful nature, food, and people, thank you! 😀❤🥑
Plants have feelings too.
Yes my friend You are an idea excellent and organic spokesperson for the Vitamix.These videos should open that door right up.Just found you, love the videos.👍👍👍👍👍👍
Love you both. You inspire and make me smile. Love the combination of recipes, workouts and adventure.