‘Be open to the most present possibility’ Ilene Friedman This is a quote from one of my friends who I meditate with in the mornings over zoom. We were discussing a different quote, when she explained her version of being present, was ‘to be open to the most present possibilities’ instead of making multiple assumptions …
‘Bake the world a better place’ More easy and wholesome cookies for the holidays. This one is an oat-based cookie and so a good grab and go for breakfast. It is also nut free. It holds its shape and texture when cool and lasts a while, if in the fridge. It’s a great way of …
‘C is for cookie and that’s good enough for me’ – Cookie monster I am on another mission to get more nuts into Baby B’s diet. Since daycare’s quite understandably don’t allow nuts, all his intake has to be at home. He loves cookies, what kid doesn’t? So I thought this would be a fun …
‘Advice from a pumpkin; be well rounded, get plenty of sunshine, give thanks for life’s bounty, have thick skin, keep growing, be outstanding in your field, think big’ Creamy coconut and mellow squash are a lovely seasonal addition to a traditional Thai inspired soup. The sweetness serves to balance out some of the powerful and …
‘Greek cuisine: a love affair between taste and tradition’ This is a classic Greek recipe, consisting of giant beans baked in tomato sauce with plenty of herbs. It has a little bit of process to it, but it is well worth the investment. First you cook the dried beans, then the sauce, then you combine …
‘Although they are typically regarded as vegetables, eggplants are technically berries’ This is a gorgeous recipe, taste and looks wise (although you might pardon my photography on this one). It is like an eggplant parmesan but with feta, which adds a lovely salty element. It is super easy to make, cutting and spreading the beautiful …
‘For happy health, fuel yourself with greens and dreams’ Tatsoi is labelled, vitamin green for its nutrient profile. It is high in calcium and vitamin C as well as folate and iron. The taste is in-between Bok Choy and spinach, and it cooks quickly. Some recipes call for blanching and ice bathing before stir frying, …
‘Breakfast is a love letter to your body’ This recipe is from Whole Food Cooking Every Day by Amy Chaplin. This pudding is a low sugar chia pudding are quick and healthy treats. They are 100% fruit sweetened and can be varied with the seasonal produce. Strawberries in the spring, pears in the summer and …
‘Soup puts the heart at ease, calms down the violence of hunger, eliminates the tension of the day, and awakens and refines the appetite’ – Auguste Escoffier This soup is very quick to make, the broth is flavourful, and you can swap your veggies depending on what you like. You can use chicken broth, to …
‘Rub, smoke, repeat’ I love grilling, especially vegetables. You can change the texture and taste considerably and most vegetables stand up well on the grill. Eggplants are one vegetable that to me taste better once grilled. It is easier to apply the high temperatures you need to get them to soften and cook all the …
