I had a reader ask me what I usually eat for lunch. I know for working professionals coming up with lunches you can eat on the go can be hard. So I thought I would throw together some pictures of what the average lunch looks like for me. Platters – I am a things you…
Lucy’s Zuchini Noodle Cabonara
It’s true… I am feeling like a bit of a culinary genius today. But don’t worry there was no Gordon Ramsay style yelling and screaming involved. In an effort to keep of the winter weight I am trying to substitute more winter veggies and less carbohydrates into my evening meals and I am on a…
Raw Carrot Cake NutBalls Recipe
I had a lot of fun mixing up these little beauties on Sunday, despite my lack of a food processor. At one point there were nuts flying all over the kitchen, but that is nothing new in my flat. In true MacGyver style I managed to fashion a lid for my stick blender out of baking…
8 Ways to enjoy blueberries
I havn’t always been a fan of the blueberry… But lately I just can’t get enough. I have been doing some reading about how to get the best produce, and I think there is a lot to be said for buying seasonal fruit and vegetables. My first pleasant blueberry experience was in London a few…
Gluten Free Dairy Free Chocolate Mousse
It is slim pickings in the kitchen these days when it comes to sweet treats. I have been avoiding my flatmates nightly ice cream run, but last night I had done some exercise and it was time for chocolate. I remembered late last year making my own ice blocks and the mixture tasting a…
Crunchy Rice Cup
Use the left over fried rice from last nights dinner and serve in a iceberg lettuce cup for a delicious healthy snack with crunch and flavour. This is a great way to reuse left overs when you do not have that many and is a healthy alternative to a spring roll. You can serve the…
Toaster Hashbrowns
This is easy and nice for a cold day where you need something to tide you over until meal time. All you need is some gluten free hash browns, just toast them in the toaster until crispy and smear with your favourite sauce. Great household staple: I always have toaster hashbrowns on hand in the…
Dried Apple Pieces
It is weird… I have never been a big apple fan. But dried apple pieces are a delicious snack to have on hand. You can normally find these in the bulk bins at your supermarket or buy them in bags in the baking section at the supermarket with all the other dried fruit. I am…
Chocolate Banana Pops
A great addition to a kids party or a cool afternoon treat that people of all ages will love. Feel free to substitute dark chocolate with milk if you like. I am not so big on dairy products so usually opt for dark. * Tip: The older the banana the sweeter your ice block which…