Over recent months I’ve discovered a love of chocolate. Call me late to the party on this, but prior to the latest period of lockdown I’ve not been the biggest eater of chocolate. Peanut butter by the spoonful, yes. Flapjacks, yes. Chocolate, not so much. This new ‘discovery’ has been accompanied by a whole new […]
RECIPE // Amazing Chickpea Cookies
Chickpea Cookies?! I know…sounds gross right? But, I have to tell you I was absolutely astonished how well these turned out. I’ve recently jumped on the plant over processed bandwagon. Whilst I am not ready to commit to a fully vegan lifestyle, I recognise how much better I feel when I stick to more plant […]
Tried & Tested// MyVegan Protein Shake
As a chocolate fiend, I’m always open to trying chocolatey products to satisfy those chocolate cravings. You can imagine my excitement when MyVegan sent me their first ready-to-drink protein shake (RTD) offering in chocolate flavour to try. Aad in time for World Vegan Month too. Who are MyVegan? MyVegan is a sports plant-based sports nutrition […]
WE WENT: Kefir-fuelled Brunch with Julie Smolyansky and Liz Earle
Healthy Living London enjoyed a brunch with Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway Foods, and Liz Earle, founder of the Liz Earle Wellbeing magazine, to learn about kefir and its benefits in a balanced diet. At the health and wellness brunch I was welcomed with a buffet selection of healthy food and drinks, created using Julie […]
Turmeric Hummus
A fantastically vibrant turmeric hummus recipe by Hanna Miller, a renowned chef, who has worked at both the prestigious Morston Hall in Norfolk and Le Gavroche. Having grown up in Asia, she is well-acquainted with this glorious pungent spice. There is something almost mystical about the golden glow of turmeric. This unassuming looking root, ginger’s […]
Vegan Satay Curry
DAIRY-FREE | VEGAN Thailand and Malaysia both claim satay as heralding from their countries but it’s thought that the Southeast Asian version was inspired by the Indian kebab, brought by the Muslim traders. Usually eaten as four pieces of meat (goat, chicken, beef, pork or mutton) on a skewer, it is often served with a […]
Chocolate Bliss Balls by Fava Mill
Hannah recently experimented cooking with the fabulous Ground Fava Beans from Fava Mill. Having a sweet-tooth, her favourite recipe is the Chocolate Bliss Balls and Fava Mill has kindly given us the recipe so we could share the deliciousness with you! Not only are they a healthy snack, they are packed full of protein and […]
Fresh Fitness Food’s Strawberry Protein Waffles
Amy recently trialled a week of Fresh Fitness Food delivery service and thought it was great! If you saw her article (if not find it here) you may remember one of her absolute favourite meals was the breakfast Strawberry Protein Waffles…. so FFF kindly gave us the recipe so we could share the deliciousness with […]
TRIED & TESTED: For Goodness Shakes Protein Water
For Goodness Shakes Protein Water is a new ready-to-drink, low calorie, high protein soft drink, containing 20g of Whey Protein Isolate per bottle. I don’t know about you, but when anyone talks about protein drinks, a gloopy, milky and usually chocolatey milkshake type drink is what springs to mind. Often thick, loaded with sugar […]
Super Cacao Smoothie Bowl
GLUTEN-FREE | DAIRY-FREE | VEGAN Serves 2 Ok, let’s face it, smoothie bowls are just smoothies, but in a bowl. The advantage is that you can add delicious toppings to it and pretend it’s actually a meal, rather than a drink. We’ve made our Super Cacao Smoothie bowl nice and thick – in fact, you […]