The pantry is a very important space in the kitchen. An organised pantry should not only be nice to look at but should also be purposeful. It should also help maximise the home of your resources and help avoid food waste. A well-stocked pantry is my best friend, I review recipes, make lists and stock up on …
The secret to healthy cooking made easy
The secret to healthy eating? Stocking up on the right ingredients so you can whip up a quick, tasty meal at any time. It’s that simple. It all begins with grocery shopping and filling up your pantry with herbs, spices, whole-grain foods, fresh vegetables, nuts and lots more. Want to know how to build a …
8 Tips for Going Organic on a Budget
Most of us know that choosing organic, natural food is the only way to ensure good health, from the inside out. However, it’s not always easy to buy healthy organic food, especially if you are on a tight budget or have a large family to feed. So how can we live a healthier life and …
Benefits of Eating Seasonal Produce
Why eat what’s in season? We know that it is better to eat local, seasonal produce. Better for us and the planet. We often don’t, as we are not sure what is in Spring, Summer, Autumn & Winter seasons. Now, let’s talk about the benefits of eating seasonal produce. Understanding seasonality can be useful when …
Self-Love List for Spring
As you may know by now, writing about self-love is something I feel rather passionate about. Spring is the season of rebirth and new beginnings. There is truly no better time than spring to start fresh. How’s that for motivation? The snow is FINALLY gone, the sun is shining and the trees and flowers blossoming! So do …
Spring Season Produce
March Artichoke, Beetroot, Cabbage, Carrots, Chicory, Cucumber, Leeks, Parsnip, Purple Sprouting Broccoli, Radishes, Rhubarb, Sorrel, Spring Greens, Spring Onions, Watercress. April Artichoke, Beetroot, Cabbage, Carrots, Chicory, New Potatoes, Kale, Morel Mushrooms, Parsnips, Radishes, Rhubarb, Rocket, Sorrel, Spinach, Spring Greens, Spring Onions, Watercress. May Artichoke, Asparagus, Aubergine, Beetroot, Chicory, Chillies, Elderflowers, Lettuce, Marrow, New Potatoes, Peas, …
Meal Planning 101
I LOVE meal planning. I do it religiously, and if you know me in real life, you’ll know that it’s something I try to convince everyone to do for themselves because it will change your life for the better. My approach to meal planning and cooking is what I call the Quick & Fresh approach: …
The one morning ritual you shouldn’t ignore
What’s your morning ritual like? If your mornings are all about having a quick shower, grabbing a quick bite and rushing quickly out of home without having time for anything else, you need to bring in some change. Your health can’t be secondary, and you need to start taking care of it today. But we …
13 Detox Juices to Drink Yourself Clean
These juice recipes serve 2 and take 10 minutes to prepare. Simply place all ingredients into your juicer and serve chilled. Green juices are my favourite. I avoid juicing a lot of fruit because of its high sugar content. My top tip is to drink your juice first thing in the morning on an empty …
Make your personal wellbeing your first priority
Let’s have a look at what could happen if you make your personal well-being a priority. You would have more time and energy to devote to the people you care about when you take care of yourself first. Therefore, set out time and space for yourself and cherish it. You’re in good physical shape because …