Nothing beats a one pot, no fuss meal, for some spur of the moment deliciousness. I enjoy this as a well rounded, nurturing evening meal. This soup contains a fabulous blend of nutrients, protein, essential fats and nurturing spices - a whole, complete dinner. It also sits nicely in the pan for days, ideal if [...]
Being a retreat chef - what a joy! Not only do I get to make the most delicious soul-inspired food and serve to the most beautiful souls on retreat, but it also gives me the enormous privilege of filling my shopping trolley with bountiful loads of delicious, organic goodness! It's like a delightful treasure [...]
I am having a flashback moment! About 18 years ago, when I lived near Brighton, in Sussex, I used to host raw-vegan potlucks. It got me thinking about this classic raw chocolate mousse recipe! People would come from, all-over, near and far, bringing along a dish of something tasty to share. It was a [...]
Oh yes - the Raw Hemp Energy Balls are here! Hemp is one of natures finest superfoods. I am not talking about the stuff that gets you high. I am talking about the hempseed that is available in any good health food store; the tiny, nutty, seed that has the perfect balance of omega 3 [...]
Just breathe! Sometimes it’s the simple things that can make our day a whole lot better. Often the answer is so obvious, it has been staring us in the face the whole time. Finding instant calm in our hectic, challenging or busy lives can be so simple if we allow it. It's all about the breath. [...]
Getting to know our pain I’ve noticed that those who face experiences of the darkest, most challenging times often end up shining the brightest light of all. It’s quite paradoxical in a way. It’s usually the people who go right into the heart of their darkness, who find something deeper; something beyond it all. They [...]
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 [...]
