When you get the blend of chocolate just right, then that melting bite transports you a really lovely place of bliss. Enter my homemade maca chocolate! Its culinary alchemy has the power to make being in this rather chaotic world, oh so much more divine. And let's face it, we all need some of that [...]
Breakfast, snack food, dessert, easy camping meal - maca granola has a multitude of satisfying uses! When it comes to granola I love a bit of a crunch. I love it when it sticks together so that I can reach into the jar for a cluster or two whenever that jar should catch my eye. [...]
What is Maca? Maca (Lepidium meyenii or Lepidium peruvianum) traditionally grows in the Peruvian Andes at an incredible altitude of between 4000 and 4500 metres. It has truly earned its place in superfood history. This wonderful plant successfully withstands the harsh thrashing winds, intense sunlight, and extremely cold weather of such a climate for [...]
There's nothing like a Ginger Ninja Flu Shot Juice to blast away those nasties! During the colder months, with central heating, confined spaces and less fresh air we are exposed to so many more viruses, like the flu. I am, however, pleased to say that I have a few tried and tested tricks to keep [...]
Cardamom is one of the most valued spices in the world with an intense aromatic flavour used to bring out the best in both savoury and sweet dishes. Its eloquence, culinary magic and healing powers have earned it the title “Queen Of Spices”. This magical spice enjoys a colourful history dating back thousands of years. [...]
Cardamom! This highly prized ancient spice has an intense, aromatic flavour that brings out the best in both sweet and savoury dishes. In some countries it has a well-celebrated reputation as an aphrodisiac, in other countries, you'll find people chewing on the seeds to freshen breath and to discourage harmful bacteria in the mouth. In [...]
No matter what crazy things are going on in life when I enter my kitchen, it's a haven of peace. It's my sanctuary from the 'storm', whatever is going on in the crazy world haha! When I share food like these raw chocolate covered bliss bars I want the best energy going into them. [...]
Meditation anytime, anywhere, for anyone The wonderful thing about meditation is that anybody can do it. Contrary to popular belief there is no right or wrong way to practice it. It is an innate expression of the soul, and can be done anywhere, anytime, any environment, whilst engaged in anything. It can happen whilst walking [...]
What a wonderful weekend! It was my very first Conscious Kitchen Retreat, where the idea was to combine delectably healthy plant-based cuisine with meditation and connecting with the soul. It was a small, intimate and friendly group, from all walks of life, some new to the journey, others who've been walking the path for some [...]
Today we are going to shine like the sun, because this - my conscious kitchen friends - is no ordinary recipe... it is the ultimate vibration raising pate! I soak the sunflower seeds overnight, which starts the spouting process. Soaking unleashes an incredible life force from a dormant, raw seed. It's the same miraculous life [...]
