Healthy Eating. If you have diabetes, you will know the importance of eating healthily. However, sometimes this is hard to do, as you not only need to make sure that you aren’t eating too much sugar, but you also need to make sure that you are not letting your blood sugar get too low, as this can lead to several…
Biscoff! If you’ve ever had a caramelised biscuit alongside your coffee, chances are it was Biscoff. With its warm, spiced flavour and crisp texture, this Belgian classic has become a firm favourite in the U.K., and it’s accidentally vegan. While Lotus Bakeries is the original maker of Biscoff, you can now find similar speculoos biscuits from other brands in most…
Vegetables! The winter months bring a whole host of delicious vegetables, bursting with hearty flavours and endless possibilities. Root vegetables like parsnips, carrots, and turnips take centre stage, while winter greens, leeks, and cabbages offer vibrant pops of nutrition. These vegetables can be used as comfort foods whilst being full of the vitamins and minerals our bodies need to stay…
Soup! Have you ever suddenly thought that you need to give your body a rest and eat something more nutritious? Well, this soup is perfect for that recharge and revitalise! Packed full of vitamins A and C, fibre, antioxidants, and a boost of plant-based protein, this bowl is designed to nourish from the inside out. Ideal for supporting your immune…
Risotto! Hello! I hope you’ve all had a fabulous week and any pets or small children were kept safe from all those loud bangs and whistles that have been part of Bonfire Night. This week we’re going savoury! You may know that rice is something I only tend to eat if I cook myself and as there’s only me to…
Pumpkin! Another busy week for me but finally I am getting somewhere! I’m so organised this week, I managed to create not one but two new pumpkin recipes for you! Both recipes can be created with any type of pumpkin or squash. Choose your favourite colour – yellow, red, green, orange, white or something in between! I used a green…
This week, as the weather has turned decidedly autumnal and the days grow noticeably shorter, there’s been a lot of tea drinking! Of course, if you’re in the UK, you’ll know there’s nothing quite like curling up with a hot cup of tea and a plate of biscuits. With The Great British Bake Off diving into Biscuit Week, it’s the…
End of Summer! This week has brought a definite shift in the weather. My garden is covered with leaves, and no sooner do I rake them up, more take their place. The rain has been hammering it down, and the air feels noticeably different. Have you sensed it too? That sudden change in the air? It’s cooler now, not just…
Chickpeas! This week we’re going back to one of my favourite foods – the chickpea! Also known as garbanzo, gram, or chana, depending on where you’re from. Chickpeas come in two main colours – white (kabuli) and brown (desi) varieties. To make things confusing, the word ‘hummus’ in Arabic literally translates to ‘chickpeas’! If you’re asking for hummus in some…
