As an assessment for a unit in my Masters of Nutrition degree, I recently had to put together a ‘Factsheet’ on how our bodies make ATP (targeted at the level of a fellow student). I received a HD for this assessment piece and several of my friends expressed how interesting they found the factsheet. So I thought I’d share the information with … Read More
10 Highlights of Alicante and Murcia
Alicante and Murcia are two cities (about an hour apart) in the region of Spain south of Valencia. Alicante, on the coast, attracts some tourists in the Summer (although not nearly as many as its neighbour, Benidorm), while Murcia is a somewhat unknown, though nonetheless beautiful and interesting, city! Both Alicante airport and Murcia airports are the nearest to this … Read More
Mouthwatering Murcian Morsels
Did you know that paella is actually the name of the large pan that the rice is cooked in? In a more local restaurant you won’t actually see ‘Paella’ on the menu. Rather you’ll read the heading “Arroces” which is Spanish for ‘rices’. Under the heading you’ll then see the different rice dishes that the restaurant serves (seafood, chicken, chorizo etc.). … Read More
Raw Cacao Bean Bliss Balls
RAW CACAO BEAN BLISS BALLS I’ve been spending lots of time with my family in the Netherlands since arriving in Europe. Low and behold, the husband of one of my cousins is in the cacao bean trade! So what did I head home with after lunch at their place? A giant bag of raw cacao beans of course. I … Read More
Spanish Lemon Coconut Bliss Balls
SPANISH LEMON COCONUT BLISS BALLS I’m currently housesitting just outside of Murcia, Spain, in a villa on the outskirts of the town situated amongst rows and rows of lemon trees! So, what do you do when your Spanish adventures give you a seemingly endless supply of lemons? Make Lemon Coconut Bliss Balls of course! I would normally use a base of nuts … Read More
Keukenhof: the Epitome of Springtime in the Netherlands
The Keukenhof, located not far from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, is a large exhibition of Spring-flowering “bulbs” and the Dutch floricultural sector. It is open only for 8 weeks during the peak flowering period from late March through to mid-May each year and displays a magnificent array of beautiful flowers in all the colours of the rainbow! And, yes, the perfumes are delicious. … Read More
Superfood Falafels
These falafels are tasty, versatile and one of my favourite things to have on hand for a flavour-and-nutrient-packed lunch. They’re also a great vegan (non-meat) way to add protein to a meal. Use what you have on hand at home and improvise as you need. Recipe Type: GF, DF, RSF, V Makes 8-16 falafels Time 30mins Ingredients: 1/2 C your favourite seed mixture (sunflower … Read More
In the Netherlands for Koningsdag? (Kings Day)
I had the pleasure of arriving in the Netherlands from Hong Kong at 6:35am on 27th April 2016; Koningsdag!! Along with the warm and welcoming arms of my Oom (Uncle) Frits, I was greeted by some crazy orange decorations, from clothes, hats and balls to flags, rings and earrings (orange is the Dutch national colour, if you didn’t know). Koningsdag, or “Kings … Read More
Paleo Pumpkin Lasagne
Catering for Paleo and Vegan friends alike – Check out this Paleo Pumpkin Lasagne made with my famous Cauliflower Cheese Sauce! A wonderful winter-warmer Recipe Type: GF, DF, RSF, V, Paleo Serves 1 x 20cm square lasagne. Time 1 hour Ingredients: About 1/2 a pumpkin (use your favourite type ), sliced into thin slices to use as lasagne sheets. 2-3 medium-large zucchinis, sliced … Read More
Cauliflower Cheese Sauce
Do you love a good Mac’n’cheese, carbonara or lasagne. But struggle with the dairy? This basic Cauliflower Cheese Sauce is a perfect solution! Just change up the flavourings/herbs and spices to cater for the specific use you choose! Some of my suggestions: Carbonara sauce – stir in some sauteed mushrooms, chopped bacon, garlic and onion. Mac’n’cheese – spice it up … Read More