In my early years of healthy eating, I'd always make ice cream with frozen banana, fruits and cashew or tahini. It's absolutely decadent and super easy to make. In more recent times I've explored a myriad of different ways to make ice cream without an ice cream machine... all with delicious results. I've never owned an [...]
When someone looks this good at 98 years of age, I want to know why! After retiring at the awe-inspiring age of 95 from his job as a heart surgeon, Dr Ellsworth Wareham now stays active gardening. So, what is his secret to health and longevity? He's been a vegan for about half of his [...]
Turmeric is one of the most beneficial spices for health and wellness, featuring regularly in my culinary creations. With its peppery, playful and somewhat bitter flavour, it comes into its element in a myriad of exciting dishes, especially when combined with other other gentle spices and elements. Turmeric is usually responsible for that rich, golden [...]
This week I've embarked upon a juice 'fast'. It involves drinking only freshly pressed juices, coconut water and the occasional herbal tea. For me it's a detox for the mind, body and spirit. It is giving my digestive system a chance to rest, whilst my body focuses more on deep cleansing. It heightens my senses [...]
When I first heard of the incredible health benefits of Moringa, my jaw dropped. It consistently comes up as one of the most nutrient dense, antioxidant laden, medicinal foods on our planet. In fact, it is difficult to find another food richer than Moringa.
This smoothie is so incredibly delicious that I am enjoying it a few times a week at the moment. I started making up this particular blend to give myself a super infusion of nutrition. It contains some of the healthiest and nutritious plant-based foods on our planet.
When I first adopted a totally plant-based diet, some 21 years ago, things like cheesecake went completely fell by the wayside. Vegan recipes hadn’t yet taken the world by storm and in those earliest days of compassionate eating, I did keep my culinary creations more basic. However, a few years later at a vegan gathering, I was thrilled to learn that not only was it possible to create a vegan version of cheesecake, but it could taste amazing.
Its so easy to take carrots for granted. We all know that carrots are good for us; the carrot is arguably the most popular vegetable in the modern world, and it certainly does deserve a place in our daily cuisine. This article explores why. We’ll also bust a commonly held carrot myth or two along the way, whilst offering a delicious list of my favourite, easy, super-healthy recipe ideas, to inspire your carrot culinary adventures.
Falafel originated in the Middle East and has since become a popular alternative to meat. These days, it makes a regular appearance in fast food trucks and health food outlets all over the western world. It is typically deep fried, although I’ve always opted to create a much healthier baked or grilled alternative.
Tahini is a beautiful creamy paste made from sesame seeds. It’s a fantastic way to enjoy seeds and works a real treat for salad dressings and sauces. In this recipe I’ve created a tahini sauce especially for falafels. The tasty, creamed blend of garlic, coriander and tahini complement the warming spices and chickpeas of falafels perfectly.
