Roast Butternut Squash, Lentil and Spinach Stew

 This is a deliciously warming and easy dish, plus it's a cheap and filling option for families, students and anyone watching the pennies. Kids will love the natural sweetness of the butternut squash and p...

Condiments/ Specialist Ingredients

Condiments/ Specialist Ingredients Pictured are many of the more specialist ingredients in my kitchen, that feature in my recipes. I usually buy them in health food stores, including Nourish, H...

Pine Nut and Date Millet Pilaf

The butternut squash is such a versatile starchy vegetable, and works for everything from soups to curries, stews and simple salads. But thanks to their shape, they're also perfect to stuff for a fun and di...

Herbs and Spices

Herbs and Spices It's a great idea to stock up on plenty of herbs and spices. Many have medicinal and healing properties, and they really help to add flavour to dishes without using refined sugar, salt o...

The Best High-Protein Plant-Based Foods

I always find it amusing that once I mention to somebody that I choose not to eat animal protein foods like meat, eggs and fish, their immediate question is always "where do you get your protein from?" ...

Drinks

Drinks Dandelion coffee  Redbush/rooibos tea  Herbal teas: Ginger, chamomile, peppermint, green tea, liquorice, cinnamon, chai etc.  Coconut water Green Juice (It's better to a...

Apple, Ginger and Cinnamon Immunity Porridge

It was good enough for Goldilocks and the three bears! Porridge is a breakfast staple in our house, especially throughout the chilly winter months. Full of fibre and goodness, it can be paired with a huge r...

Raspberry and Vanilla White Chocolate

OH. MY. GOSH. I have always loved white chocolate but never thought I could create it at home in my own kitchen and actually make it look and taste so yummy! This chocolate literally melts in the mouth a...

Double Chocolate Thickshake

     You may have some inkling going by the rest of the sweet treats and decadent desserts on this site, that I go gaga for anything chocolate. Hey I'm a girl OK? It's totally acceptable. W...

Watermelon Hearts

 Watermelon hearts. I mean, whatever next? Why can't I just eat watermelon in a wedge like a normal human? Well, I could. But this is so much more fun :) I don't buy watermelons that often here in I...