I am not sure whether it is being pregnant that I have suddenly found myself with a sweeter tooth, or maybe I am just more in need of instant energy, which is possible especially with these cold dark winters days, we all need a little boost sometimes! The need for a mid afternoon cup of…
Chocolate orange Truffles
This Christmas, instead of reaching for the Terry’s Chocolate Orange, or a handful of “well they are only small” Celebration chocs. Why not whip up a batch of these, they are perfect for any sweet craving and will help to keep blood sugars balanced. They are so easy to make and completely guilt free, containing…
Staying healthy at Christmas!
With the weather getting colder, the lights all lit up, and the faint sound of jingle bells on the tip of everyone’s tongue, we all know the party season is fast approaching, and already in full swing for a festive few! Despite all the excitement and merriment, the Christmas season is also slightly like running…
Chocolate chia seed energy balls
These are fab alternative to chocolate truffles, great energy snacks or fantastic just to have in the fridge for when you are craving something sweet and trying not to reach for a kitkat. Why not rustle up at batch for Christmas, all the pleasure without any of the guilt attached to tucking into the celebrations…
Chicken burger in a lettuce bun with zesty guacamole
This turned out to be an amazingly simple supper and incredibly tasty. I had various ingredients lying around my fridge that needed to be used up and I was craving something that would feel light but deliciously satisfying, so I thought why not make a chicken burger. Luckily the only ingredients I had to buy…
Prawn & Mango Asian Salad with Miso & Ginger Dressing
I love Asian inspired salads, the flavors and textures are always so delicious and they still have a quality about them that makes them feel unique. They are a great example of how you can make healthy food taste delicious and makes you wonder why you would eat any other way. This is such a…
Smokey Seafood Paella
I first made this Paella on a cooking job in Spain and as it is traditionally cooked on a barbecue I was keen to do the same. I shall never forget the amazing feeling of cooking over looking the sea as the sun was setting, with the gentle evening heat and the wonderful smells of…
Chewy Peanut Energy Bars
I have been trying to perfect a good energy bar for a while, getting the right combination of texture, flavour and nutrition has been trickier than I thought! However after being asked to provide a recipe for Merrell outdoor website, I knew a dainty salad was not going to cut the mustard. Their clients are…
The rise of the ‘Raw Foodie’ – we all need a little bit of warmth from time to time
The raw food movement is gathering a lot of momentum and I totally understand why, not only is it novel it also has undeniable health benefits. Raw food is defined as not being heated above 40 degrees, so that enzymes, which aid digestion and nutrients are not killed off by the heat. It therefore has…
Chicken, Asparagus & Tarrogon Terrine
Conscious that the end of the Asparagus season is looming I wanted to make the most of it and try and make something a bit different, creating new things is my favourite way to cook. As both the feeling of creativity and the excitement of tasting something you have created is always best first time…
