Mar 3, 2024
Vegan Yorkshire Puddings
Being from the UK, I grew up with Yorkshire puddings being an integral part of every Sunday roast. It's taken me a long time to create a...
Sep 8, 2021
Tofu Nuggets
I don't know why it's taken me so long to write the recipe for these tofu nuggets because they're a firm family favourite and get...
Sep 5, 2021
Vegan Chicken-Style Tikka Masala
I'm not sure there are enough words in the English language to describe how mouth-wateringly good this vegan tikka masala is! It's become...
May 3, 2020
Vegan Mexican Frittata
This frittata is a simple, tasty dish that's loaded with protein! It uses cheap, easy to find ingredients and is quick to make, so it's a...
Jan 12, 2020
Royal Icing
It's a tradition in our family to make gingerbread houses in the run up to Christmas. The kids absolutely love doing it; they lose...
Sep 24, 2019
Facon!
There's just something about the taste of bacon that's so satisfying and addictive! It's delicious, smokey, crunchy, comforting and...
Jun 28, 2019
I Got Certified! Plant-Based Nutrition
I really enjoyed studying this course in Plant-Based Nutrition. It's offered by Cornell University, in conjunction with the T. Colin...
May 14, 2019
Nut Milk
As a big family, we go through a lot of milk. We use it every morning for porridge and then throughout the day in milky drinks, baking...
Jan 9, 2019
Vegan Eggplant Parmigiana
I just love how Italian food offers the perfect combination of white, creamy smoothness with red, tomatoey richness. You needn't lose any...
Jan 8, 2019
Tofu and Nut Loaf
I wanted to create the perfect tofu and nut loaf for our Christmas Day feast, and, after a few trials in December, I finally came up with...
Dec 17, 2018
Minestrone
We all love Minestrone soup, so when I cook it I make enough for seconds and leftovers! It's perfect topped with vegan parmesan (you can...
Dec 17, 2018
Vegan Parmesan
No more spending money on expensive vegan parmesan, with dubious ingredients! This version is so quick and easy to make and is bursting...
Dec 17, 2018
Crushed Chickpeas and Mayo (Jacket Potato and Sandwich Filler)
I find myself making this simple filler a lot, because it's tasty and everyone in the family loves it. It's our version of tuna...
Nov 11, 2018
Eating Vegan in London
When I reminisce about our summer in London, it’s not the vibrancy, the architecture, the events, the museums, the art galleries, the...
Sep 16, 2018
Vegan Shakshuka
Shakshuka is a popular, one-skillet Middle Eastern dish featuring eggs poached in a spicy tomato sauce. Unfortunately, being vegan, I've...
Apr 20, 2018
Vegan Scrambled Eggs
This vegan version of a universally loved dish looks and tastes just like the real thing...in fact I had a hard time convincing my...
Apr 7, 2018
Vegan Poached Eggs
I don't think I'm exaggerating when I say that these eggs are life-changing! Pre-vegan days, I used to love poached egg on toast. It's...
Apr 4, 2018
Vegan Butter
I absolutely love butter. I especially love it slathered on toast with marmalade or generously spread onto a crusty loaf when I'm...
Nov 1, 2017
Our Halloween Feast!
I've just written a blog post about our family Halloween shenanigans, but I thought our Halloween feast deserved a mention in my Vegan...
Sep 9, 2017
Easy Chocolate Spread
This chocolate spread is so quick and easy to make, I keep a constant supply of it in the fridge. Although I love my Vegan Nutella...
Aug 30, 2017
Vegan Jaffa Cakes
Before my eldest daughter, Ruby, chose to become vegan, she adored Jaffa Cakes. They're quintessentially British biscuit-sized cakes...
Aug 26, 2017
Dahl
Dahl is a staple dish in our home. Most days, I will have a pot full of it on the stove, available for anyone in the family to have a...
Aug 24, 2017
Tomato and Onion Tofu Quiche
I've always loved quiche; the combination of a fluffy, moist, creamy filling with a delicious, slightly crisp crust makes for an...
Aug 20, 2017
Vegan Snickers Bars!
Yesterday, we got back from a fabulous six week holiday in Australia, where we were utterly delighted by all the vegan food available. It...
Jun 8, 2017
Potato and Pea Curry with Vegan Cucumber Raita
It’s taken me a long time to get around to sharing my recipe for this curry because on paper it sounds a bit plain. Believe me, though,...
Apr 30, 2017
Mushroom and Walnut Veggie Balls
I make various versions of these veggie balls, but this is probably the recipe that my husband and children enjoy the most. Even though...
Apr 23, 2017
Nut and Seed Bread (Flour Free, Gluten Free)
I’m in love with this bread. It’s really simple to make yet it tastes so wholesome, hearty and nourishing. It perfectly complements a...
Apr 11, 2017
Chocolate and Goji Berry Squares
I love the bursts of goji berry sweetness in these tasty squares! They’re a perfect accompaniment to an afternoon cup of tea, and they...
Apr 3, 2017
Buddha Bowl
I'm a little bit obsessed with Buddha bowls at the moment! We recently returned from Munich, where, fortunately enough, our hotel was a...
Feb 5, 2017
Crispy Tofu Cutlet with Katsu Sauce
This dish is so simple but so tasty, warm and comforting. My whole family loves it. The sauce is, in fact, a version of regular British...
Nov 15, 2016
Okra Curry (Bhindi Masala)
I absolutely love curry, and out of all the curries in the world, Bhindi Masala is one of my absolute favourites. When we were living in...
Oct 18, 2016
Creamy Lentil and Dill Pie
It’s amazing how the addition of one or two fresh herbs can totally transform a dish. It’s the dill in this pie that really makes it...
Oct 13, 2016
Avocado Chocolate Mousse
Combining all the health benefits of avocado with the deliciousness of chocolate, this dessert has become a firm favourite in our house!...
Oct 6, 2016
Cabbage Leaf Lasagne with Sundried Tomatoes
I first made this as a gluten free alternative for myself when I was cooking lasagna for the rest of the family. However, it was so...
Oct 5, 2016
Vegan Chocolate Bars with Dried Cherries and Vegan Marshmallows
We all get a chocolate craving now and again, and the good news is that you don’t have to give up on your chocolate treats just because...
Sep 12, 2016
Moroccan Squash Bowls with Lemon Cashew Topping
These roasted butternut squash bowls, filled with Moroccan stew, are so visually appealing, easy to make and delightfully delicious, they...
Sep 4, 2016
Buckwheat and Black Bean Burgers
My sister was staying with us last week and I served up an array of salads, including my Buckwheat, Apple and Walnut Salad (you can find...
Aug 22, 2016
Vegan Laksa
A few months ago, my husband went on work trip to Indonesia and discovered an amazing little vegan restaurant called Loving Hut. He made...
Jun 15, 2016
Flax Seed Tempeh, Black Bean and Vegetable Stir Fry
I've always felt there's something really appealing about tucking into oodles of delicious noodles. I suppose my intrigue was ignited by...
Jun 10, 2016
Coconut Spinach Bake
If you want a really simple family meal idea, then look no further. I was inspired to make this dish through my love of Fijian food,...
May 21, 2016
Vegan Mexican Feast!
Everyone in our family adores Mexican food. It’s very easy to make it all plant-based and to use a lot of raw ingredients, so it’s a...
May 21, 2016
Vegan Sour Cream
Bringing a delightful creaminess to Mexican meals and perfectly complimenting the crunch of iceberg lettuce and the acidity of tomatoes,...
May 21, 2016
Pico de Gallo
I’ve loved pico de gallo ever since I first visited Mexico, where they always offered it, along with some corn nachos, as a free snack at...
May 21, 2016
Creamy Guacamole
I simply love avocados. When we lived in Fiji, they grew in our garden so we regularly used them in a wide variety of delicious recipes,...
May 18, 2016
Lentil Soup
There are a few staple ingredients that I always have in my cupboards because I use them in so many recipes; dates, cashew nuts, almonds,...
May 7, 2016
Chia Seed Pudding with Strawberry Coulis
This is the perfect dessert; light, refreshing and totally delicious! Thankfully, it’s also really simple to make. Chia seeds date back...
Apr 25, 2016
Chickpea Balls with Satay Sauce and Brown Rice
This is the sort of meal you can't stop eating more of, even when you feel full! Rich in fibre, protein, manganese and iron, chickpeas...
Apr 24, 2016
Peanut Butter
This tastes so much better than any store-bought peanut butter I've ever tried, so now it's a well-loved staple in our house! With just 4...
Apr 24, 2016
Tomato and Mint Patties on Sesame Cucumber Ribbons with Vegan Tzatziki
After buying a whole crate of cherry tomatoes at the farmer's market yesterday, I wanted to come up with a light lunch dish that would...
Apr 21, 2016
Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Capsicum and Kale Leaves with Red Sauce on a Baked Quinoa Crust
Using protein-packed quinoa instead of dough, this is a delicious, nutritious, gluten-free alternative to pizza. I wasn't sure how the...