What better way to get into the holiday mood than to literally drink some Christmas spirit… Creamy, frothy, eggnog with a dash of whiskey. Served with sing-along carols and a glowing Christmas tree. Holidays just aren’t the holidays without it! What you need (serves 2): 3 egg yolks 6 tsp sugar 1 tbs cinnamon 60 ml milk…
Tartare 2 ways
Tuesdays have become “Tartare Tuesdays” in our home. Mainly because it’s the only day I don’t get home early enough to make a cooked meal. Normally when I think of tartare – salmon, avocado and soy sauce come to mind. And for the last few months, that’s exactly what we have been having. Simple –…
Healthy bowl of Lentils, Beauregard Sweet Potato, Roast Onions & Creme Fraiche
I had never been a fan of sweet potato until I discovered Beauregard sweet potatoes with their dark red-orange skin and sweet, orange flesh. They are quickly becoming a staple in our home. This bowl was made with left overs in the fridge, and its neither Greek or Italian in style, but I thought the…
Keep it green and light!
If you are looking for something light for dinner, try this Zucchini, Potato, Celery and Broccoli Soup! My favourite thing about this soup is that its full of chunky vegetables and its a simple, fuss free recipe with no blending needed. A handful of ingredients that taste amazing and fresh! What you need (serves 2): 1 Tbs…
Watermelon, Feta and Basil Salad with lime, honey and chili dressing
A cool refreshing slice of watermelon is the epitome of summer! It’s hard not to love this combination of sweet watermelon and salty feta. For those of you who’ve never tried it – do it now! It’s the perfect high volume (low calorie) treat for summer. Not to mention its hydrating benefits. Other than watermelon…
Go ahead, order that side of potatoes!
Most of us, especially the ones on a low carb diet craze, think of potatoes as being bad, mainly because they have a high carbohydrate content. I must admit I’ve got the biggest weak spot for potato crisps and I’m sure when talking potatoes, you’re thinking of French fries or a baked potato covered in…
Greek island eating
So I’m not just saying this because I love it so much… But research has shown that the Greek diet is one of the healthiest in the world. Traditional Greek foods like dark leafy veg, fresh fruit, whole grains, high-fiber beans and legumes (such as fava and lentils), olive oil, omega-3-rich fish and small amounts…
New and improved
I’ve been thinking about my blog lately. And while I’m really happy with all the dishes I’ve made and the followers I’ve gained. I think I’ve made a few big mistakes, which have made it difficult for me to post on a regular basis. Although I’m writing about something that I am truly passionate about:…
Easy as pie!
Healthy deconstructed chicken pie! What you need: 8 chicken thighs 2 Tbs olive oil 4 garlic cloves 2 large carrots chopped 100g mushrooms chopped 3 sprigs rosemary Coarse salt and pepper Puff pastry (store bought) What you do: Coat chicken in olive oil and season with S&P, place in an oven dish or roasting pan….
Quick Recipe: Lentil Tomato Mustard Salad
Keep it light and hassle-free with this lentil salad! Low in calories and high in nutrition! What you need (4 people): 200g lentils cooked* 1 red onion 3 ripe tomatoes Handful fresh baby spinach 1 avocado For the mustard dressing: Whisk the following ingredients together: 2 Tbs olive oil 1 Tbs Dijon mustard 1 tsp red…
Wintertime Osso Bucco
Happy Winter everyone! Wintertime calls for that warm tingly feeling you get when digging into a big pot of… well anything that has cooked for hours! And osso bucco is one of those cozy foods that just spells pure comfort! I made a big pot this week, as it’s been particularly cold! Side note: It…
Healthy Calamari Paella
Here’s a quick dinner recipe, that I posted on Instagram, that never made it to my blog. What you need: 1 tbs butter 1 red onion 1/4 cup pine nuts 200g brown wild rice 3 cups veg stock 4 medium tubes of calamari, cut into rings 2 tbs olive oil 1 lemon 4 baby marrows…
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