These honey roasted carrots are the perfect side dish to a roast dinner. I love to roast them whole with the skin on as this ensures they retain all their moisture. The carrots are coated in honey and coconut oil and then roasted until tender. I love choosing a gorgeous bunch of carrots that still… READ MORE
Ok, so this recipe is really simple, I mean, only has two ingredients simple! I considered whether or not to post it but then I got to thinking about how wonderful simplicity is and not just simplicity in cooking but simplicity in life. It’s so easy to get caught up in the drama of life… READ MORE
This dessert is wonderfully decadent but trust me, you’re going to want to share it! It’s incredibly rich and a few mouthfuls is more than enough! For those of you who have a sweet tooth, you’re going to be in heaven and it also includes are secret ingredient. Can you guess? It’s avocado! The mousse… READ MORE
With Valentine’s Day approaching, I thought what better way to spread some love than with a beautiful ruby red smoothie. While I don’t particularly love the commercialisation of Valentine’s Day, a day where there is a little more love in the world deserves to be celebrated. And not just love for one particular person but… READ MORE
I've got something special for you guys today! This Apple & Blueberry Baked Oatmeal is so delicious, it will bring a smile to your face even on the coldest and darkest of mornings. I hope you love it as much as I do! Breakfast is one of my favourite meals of the day but I… READ MORE
I've only recently discovered whole grain couscous and it has opened up this versatile grain/pasta to me. I'm not the biggest fan of regular couscous but this whole grain pearl couscous is wonderful. It has a slightly chewy texture and is perfect used in salads. This salad comes together in no time at all and… READ MORE
After I did the juice cleanse at the end of last year, I eased myself back onto solid foods with lots of fresh root vegetables, salads and whole grains. This salad quickly became a favourite and is perfect for winter. It’s made with butternut squash and speckled with gorgeous pomegranate seeds. If you’re on a… READ MORE
I’ve missed you guys! I haven’t been posting as regularly because I've been struggling with my health a little and over the last week I’ve been on an amazing yoga teacher training course! After spending a week learning about one of my favourite things in the world and getting back to a daily yoga and… READ MORE
Smoothies are a wonderful addition to any healthy eating regime. In just a few minutes you can have a filling and nutritious snack. It's a great solution to crush any cravings for sweet things you might be having. A banana smoothie is a much better option than grabbing a chocolate bar or biscuits. I make… READ MORE
The first time I made this soup it was a complete disaster; without a doubt the worst tasting thing I've ever made. I’d seen Matt Preston on Master Chef make a low effort pumpkin soup and I thought - that’s perfect, just what I need. I’d been doing an intensive yoga teacher training course all… READ MORE
Happy New Year! Wishing all of you a year filled with love, laughter and good health! I welcomed 2014 with this gorgeous juice. For three days leading up to the New Year I did a juice cleanse, essentially drinking only fresh vegetable juice every day. This was one of my favourite juices while I was… READ MORE
These roasted almonds are coated in a maple and cinnamon glaze and roasted until golden and crunchy. The maple syrup makes them a perfect Christmas treat because we all deserve a little extra sweetness in our lives at this time of year. I’ve been told that these should come with a disclaimer because they are… READ MORE
Earlier in the week I woke up when it was still dark and the London sky was completely filled with an eerie fog. I could see the street lights twinkling through the thick haze, it looked like a movie set. Most people said they felt like they were in a horror movie but it reminded… READ MORE
I’m looking forward to a UK Christmas this year. I can’t wait to be all cosy and warm, eat yummy food, watch Christmas movies and relax. Christmas in London still feels like quite a novelty and as you can imagine is very different from an Australian Christmas in summer. The lead up to Christmas in… READ MORE
I loved my sister-in-law Bronnie from the moment I met her but when she gave me a gingerbread cookie cutter after we’d met only a couple of times I knew she was extra special. I was visiting for Christmas and I mentioned that I wanted to make gingerbread cookies with my nieces and nephews and… READ MORE
I love a good curry. Pretty much anything that includes Indian spices I love! I couldn’t possibly compete with the Fish Curry that we ate in India but I must admit this had me licking my lips and making mmmmmm noises out loud. Fish Curry is a popular dish in Southern India and is one… READ MORE
One of my oldest and best friends came to visit from Australia. She stayed at home with me on a Saturday night and I couldn’t have been happier! We got into our pj’s, ate yummy food, watched movies and chatted. I loved it, it was such a treat! Over the last eighteen months while I’ve… READ MORE
You know those days when you just feel like staying in your pyjamas, watching your favourite show and hiding from the world for a few hours. Well this is the perfect meal for that day. These pizzas are low-key but they sure do deliver on flavour. They take no more than 15 minutes to make… READ MORE
For years I've wanted to celebrate thanksgiving. All the traditional recipes look so delicious and I love the idea of coming together with loved ones to share a meal and be thankful. Although thanksgiving isn't celebrated in Australia or the UK, I figured there's nothing stopping me from celebrating, so last year I set out… READ MORE
I first made this homemade apple and date sauce one year at Christmas when we were having friends over to spend the day with. It was perfect with our roast chicken and it also works wonderfully with roast turkey or pork. It’s wonderful added to smoothies and porridge for a little extra sweetness. The dates… READ MORE
Who knew green beans could be so tasty! These green beans are cooked in coconut oil and seasoned with garlic and chill. They have so much flavour and are the perfect side dish to any meal. I've been known to eat a whole bowl of these on their own. A side of plain green beans… READ MORE
For a long time homemade stock was something I knew I should make but always made excuses to continue using stock cubes. I finally hit the point where I knew my recipes were suffering because of it and I also wanted to have a more wholesome approach to cooking. For years, I've read about how… READ MORE
There’s a wonderful Buddhist Café near my work that serves the most delicious vegetarian food. It’s a haven of peace, tranquillity and health in an area surrounded by unhealthy food options. I pack my lunch for work most days but when I feel like treating myself, I’m lucky to have this place to go to. Not… READ MORE
This recipe for roasted beetroot dip is incredibly simple. It’s a little time consuming as you need to roast the beets in the oven but once you pop them in you can forget about them and get on with something else. This dip is wonderfully vibrant and is perfect for a spring time picnic. The… READ MORE
These delicious salmon fish cakes are a healthier option by being baked rather than fried. I used tinned wild red salmon but fresh salmon would work perfectly also. I served them with a tomato, red onion and avocado salsa. The fish flavour is quite subtle as they are mixed with a bunch of wonderful flavours… READ MORE