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Tempeh Banh Mi (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , July 10, 2021

‘You can make any meal into a sandwich and any sandwich into a meal’ Let’s make sandwiches interesting again…. The Vietnamese Banh Mi is one of most complex and tasty sandwiches I have ever eaten. Typically made with chicken or pork, tempeh makes for a great substitute being a complete protein and having a meaty

Sambal Tofu with Coconut Rice (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , July 3, 2021

‘Balance is not something you find, it’s something you cultivate’ This is a great dish, balanced between the sweet cooling coconut rice and the spicy sambal tofu. It will transport you to Indonesia where Sambal originates from.  It doesn’t take long to make, as you can stir fry the tofu as you are cooking the

Seasonal Veggie Quiche (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , June 26, 2021

“As you move through this life and this world, you change things slightly; you leave marks behind, however small. And in return, life-and travel-leaves marks on you. Most of the time; those marks-on your body or on your heart-are beautiful. Often, though, they-hurt” This quote is in honour of the late Anthony Bourdain, whose birthday

Rose Almond Delight (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , June 19, 2021

‘The fragrance always stays in the hand that gives a rose” This is another beautiful recipe from Divya Alters book, ‘how to eat for how you feel’. It is full of fragrant and calming rose and cardamom and grounding agar and almond. It is meant to serve as a cooling dessert in the summer and

Buckwheat Cake (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , June 12, 2021

‘Ayurveda does not preach some staid chastity or morality of abstinence that prevents you from, enjoying this world and it’s pleasures while you are journeying through it. Ayurveda actually validates it by recognizing it as a rooted instinct that needs expression – a healthy one’  For the last month, I have been interning as a

Sesame, ginger glazed tempeh (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , June 5, 2021

‘The belly rules the mind’ This is a great week-day dish, made in less than 15 minutes. It’s also a good way to get veggies onto your family plate or use up leftover veggies in the fridge. The tempeh supplies 50g of protein in just those 8oz, with extra protein coming from the edamame too.

High Protein, Lentil Omelette (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , May 29, 2021

‘What nicer thing can you do for someone than make them breakfast?’ This is a high protein, low fat, high fibre, nutrient dense breakfast.  You can vary the filling and spices, just like an egg omelette and serve it with sides. The turmeric not only provides antioxidants but also the colour of an omelette and

Cardamom and Golden Raisin Scones (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

By , May 23, 2021

‘The smell and taste of things remain poised a long time, like souls, ready to remind us…’ I am immediately comforted by anything that has the fragrance of cardamom.  This is not surprising, as Cardamom has a sweet and soothing aroma. It is a natural calmative, helping to settle the nervous system, as well as

Basil Seed and Mango Pudding (GF, Vegan)

By , May 15, 2021

‘A healthy outside, starts from a healthy inside’ Basil seeds have been used for thousands of years, with this king of super foods having been revered for its health promoting properties. Most people know about Chia but haven’t heard of basil seeds. They are more widely used in India, China, Ayurvedic and Chinese Medicine in

Cashew Coconut Laddus (Gluten Free, Vegan)

By , May 8, 2021

‘There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hours dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea’ This is a great snack that will keep you full from teatime till supper time, as it’s high in fibre, protein and releases energy slowly. It is also nutrient dense, with copper, potassium and magnesium from