Aah, the art of dipping... one of my favorite pastimes. Whether it's a girls night in, an inability to wait patiently for dinner or just one of those 'lets attack the celery for negative calorie consumption' moments, only a dip - or ten - will suffice. Okay, you got me. I'm only slightly obsessed with dunking… Continue reading Beet & bean dip
There's nothing better than a lazy weekend brunch. Food without rules and routine. I think that's why people love it so much and how brunch has evolved from bland and boring to an explosion of exciting flavors and beautiful plates. The flexibility of brunch allows us to be creative and experiment, which is why brunch is… Continue reading Mediterranean frittata
My first memories of paella were as a child on a family holiday to Spain. Served buffet style, by the pool, I remember a huge pot bubbling away full of ingredients I didn't recognize as food. At the time, my fish intake extended to the kind coated in breadcrumbs so the sight of shells and… Continue reading Perfect Paella
I created this easy one pot winter warmer last week and it was rather good. Actually, it was heavenly. Perfect for a cold evening and extra satisfying because your bright yellow bowl is ready in 30 minutes. I use turmeric because of its anti-inflammatory effects, and luckily, this powerhouse of a spice is incredibly versatile.… Continue reading Turmeric chicken with butternut squash & kale
My banana nut addiction took strong hold back in summer 2015. This was when I embarked on an 8000 mile hike across America and found myself at more service stations than I care to remember. So while the scenery was a feast for the mind, the food along route was less than inspiring. Then came… Continue reading Grain-free banana nut bread
When I was sick as a child, all I ever wanted was a bowl of Heinz tomato soup. Warm, comforting, safe and most importantly, tradition! The perfect combination to conquer the chills. Our memories and the connotations we attach to certain foods influence our choices, particularly when we have important needs to be fulfilled. There's… Continue reading Immune boosting stew – under 30 minutes
If you enjoy curry as much as me, then I'm confident you will love this recipe! It's super simple, utterly delicious and ready in 30 minutes (or 40.. depending on your choice of rice!). Perfect for those busy week nights and made with fat burning coconut milk. Ingredients (Serves 4): 1 tbsp coconut oil 6… Continue reading Chicken, red pepper & spinach curry
This is a recipe I have adapted over time. I don't know how many variations I have made over the years, but this is the one I want to share with you. It's really East meets West, so I guess settling for the middle makes sense! This comforting one pot is strongly influenced by my… Continue reading Middle Eastern chicken
Breakfast is often labelled as the most important meal of the day, and rightly so. After a good night sleep our body is low on blood sugar and both muscles and the brain need to be fueled in preparation for the day ahead. Breakfast is also the time to boost our metabolism and increase energy… Continue reading Healthy homemade granola
Heaven in a bowl – according to my husband! He has spent many months in Japan, but is convinced this is his favorite noodle soup 🙂 If you are adventurous and love Asian cuisine you will invariably experiment and eventually draw a conclusion of what you like best in your bowl. My soba soup is… Continue reading Bok choy soba bowl
