Love it or hate it? If you are in the UK, you could be forgiven for thinking that I am talking about Marmite! Of course writing that has just given me a new food idea! Anyway, tofu is one of those foods that vegans tend to love, vegetarians eat when they need to, and everyone else gives it a wide…
A versatile and tasty method! If you’ve ever grown aubergines, you’ll know they have a habit of all ripening at once! After months of patiently watering, feeding and waiting, you’re suddenly wondering what to do with a kitchen full of glossy purple vegetables. Whether they’ve come from your greenhouse, your garden, the allotment or the local supermarket, this is one…
Enjoy the taste of fresh summer! I love discovering food days that give us another reason to celebrate seasonal produce, and this week it’s all about summer fruit! Did you know that tomorrow (Thursday 16th July) is National Cherry Day! If ever you needed an excuse to buy cherries, use this chance to celebrate this delicious summer fruit. Cherries have…
Sticking to a healthy eating routine while juggling a busy lifestyle often takes a little planning. Whether you’re balancing work, commuting, exercising or heading outdoors for the weekend, having nourishing snacks on hand can help keep your energy levels steady. Often, it isn’t the main meals that are difficult to organise, it’s finding something nutritious to eat between them. Choosing…
Heatwave! If you are in the UK – especailly more in the South, then likely you are in the heatwave too! Temperatures like today – currently at 36c are one-off rare occurrences here (real feel is logged as 41c) and we are very unprepared for heat like this! Children have been allowed to go to school in P.E. kits, trains…
Barbecued chickpeas! Sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones that surprise you the most. I genuinely can’t believe I’ve never made barbecued chickpeas before now! They are ridiculously easy, packed with flavour, and only need a handful of ingredients. Whether you’re looking for a quick side dish, a topping for salads and wraps, or just something a little different to…
Green lentil soup! If you have been following this blog for a while, you will know that I absolutely love red lentils! Lentil soup is my go to ‘not-chicken’ soup. I often throw lentils into a bean casserole or make them into lentil pakoras. Then of course there is daal! Last week, I met up with some old school friends…
Hot Cross Baking for Easter Hello all, I hope you have been having a fabulous week so far! Spring has officially sprung and there are wonderful flowers peeping out from everywhere! I have yellows, mauves and whites dotted around both gardens and I can see red and pink tulips getting ready to burst open in the next few days. That…
Worried a cruise won’t suit your plant-based lifestyle? Travelling can make it harder to stick to your food choices, especially when meals are prepared for you and options feel limited. If you’re thinking of enjoying a southern Caribbean cruise, or another sailing, you might be concerned that cruise dining won’t cater to your plant-based lifestyle. Many people assume that cruise…
