Healthy eating

Leek, Pea and Courgette stew/soup (GF, Vegan)

By , July 2, 2022

‘We may think we are nurturing our garden but of course it is our garden that is nurturing us’ I love summer vegetables; I taste a lot of sweetness in them when they are in season. Leeks, courgettes, celery, peas. It brings forward the sweetness of the summer. This dish really utilises those veggies and

Ayurvedic Gatorade (GF, Vegan)

By , June 25, 2022

‘This drink is not just a want but a need’ This drink is called Ayurvedic Gatorade by Divya Alter, next to fresh coconut water this is one of the best electrolyte drinks you can have, hydrating you down to a cellular level.  Citrus also ignites Agni in the summer, which can get depleted and fatigued

Gunpowder Potatoes (GF, Vegan)

By , June 18, 2022

‘Not all of us can be a truffle. Most of us are potatoes, and that is a very good thing’ – Massimo Bottura These potatoes pack a powerful punch. They are a side dish but are also the star of the show. I served them with a marinated tofu steak for half the family, whilst

Strawberry Basil Cooler

By , June 12, 2022

‘A word of encouragement, is as refreshing as a cool drink, on a hot summers day’ I was talking to a dietician recently about how to increase the iron in my diet (essential for breastfeeding) and she mentioned how important it was to take a look at your vitamin C intake. This is because foods

Brownie Oatmeal (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , June 4, 2022

‘Brownies are magical’ Everyone knows that brownies are magical, and no one will every turn one down, so this oatmeal brownie is the perfect dish. It is savoury and satiating and can be eaten as a dessert or breakfast. The flax and oatmeal add a healthy dose of fibre and so it keeps you fuller

Italian one pot lentils (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , May 28, 2022

‘Do not be afraid of simplicity’ This is a lentil soup that is made by Italian’s on New Year’s Day, but I have made it a staple in our household. It is simple to make but packed with flavour. This is because you put all the ingredients into one pot and make a vegetable stock

Fennel Citrus Herb Dressing (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , May 21, 2022

‘I believe the future is vegetables and fruit, they are much sexier than a piece of chicken’ – Jose Andres This is a great dressing that can be used on salad, on pasta or as a dip. It’s a great way to get extra veggies into your food, since it uses a whole fennel bulb.

Pasta Puttanesca (Gluten Free, Vegan, Non-Vegan option)

By , May 14, 2022

‘Life is a combination of magic and pasta’ Puttanesca is a pasta source from the south of Italy, from Napoli traditionally made with black olives, garlic, chilli and capers. It is known to have anchovies, but this is from a neighbouring town in Lazio and is optional. The name is often translated as ‘woman of

Pear Chia Pudding (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , May 7, 2022

‘Mothers plant the seeds of love, that bloom forever’ I love this use of the chia seed. It makes for a great breakfast and really sets you up for the day. The coconut butter and cashews in the pudding add a lovey richness and the fruit a natural sweetness.   Chia means strength in the Aztec

Beluga Lentils (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , April 30, 2022

Beluga or black lentils are also known as the caviar of lentils as they hold their shape well and so look like the fish equivalent. They are easy to digest and a great source of protein, iron and fibre.  In the pursuit of as many non-heme sources of iron as possible, this is a staple