I never stray too far away from one pot wonders during the hibernation months. Minimal effort, hearty, flavorsome and always better the following day. I whipped up a veg tagine of sorts yesterday. Well Louises take on a tagine. A … Continue reading
Oh for the love of brunch! What’s not to love about a sharing dish on a lazy Sunday. V sausages were front and centre this morning. Every week I seem to conjure up a different sausage recipe (AKA whatever I … Continue reading
Sometimes you just need a no frills bowl of chilli non carne to get you through the day. When I make any one pot wonder I try to always do it the night. Firstly it always and forever will taste … Continue reading
Tofu scramble quesadillas are probably the brunch I whip up most often. Always a crowd pleaser when served as a sharing platter. They take no time at all and are utterly scrumptious. I must have 20 variations of this dish … Continue reading
I’m so glad I whipped this up yesterday. Tis a tad gloomy out there today so a warming bowl of vegan chowder is just the ticket. I have a few variations of this v chowder with sweet potato and corn … Continue reading
Greens beans and I have had a fractious relationship over the decades. My earliest recollection of being served up this veg in a restaurant was as an over boiled, squeaky, flavourless side dish with water jetting out on each chomp. … Continue reading
This little bowl of beige puree certainly doesn’t come across as the most visually exciting dish but it really is a winner. So tasty and super versatile. Tarator (yip I spelled that right it’s not our other friend tartare) is … Continue reading
Last nights cabbage rolls were a hit. I just love cabbage. Yes I’m going to get all poetic about our humble little brassica. The intricacy of the leaves, the varying shades of green. What’s not to love. If your childhood … Continue reading
Oh Vietnam! I wish I had a year to eat and explore. Quan Chay Tam Quang Minh is next up. An unassuming spot that is just brimming with delicious food. We were on our way to the beach (following more … Continue reading
One evening in Brisbane and after a little vegan googling I came upon a place called Netherworld. I would describe it as a retro arcade meets craft beer specialist meets vegan junk food heaven. My sort of place. We spent the evening … Continue reading
The organic boho was definitely the spot that I was messaged most about when I called out for your top recommendations. We popped in here on Saturday afternoon after ticking off a few tourist must do’s earlier in the day. Copenhagen … Continue reading
This was by far the nicest meal we had on our mini break away in El Medano. Fuori di zucca is a vegetarian restaurant but oodles of vegan options and it is also conveniently positioned across a cobbled path from a quaint health … Continue reading
When you’ve only got 72 hours in a city a second if not third breakfast is mandatory. Our choice was a quaint and quirky Swedish vegetarian restaurant called Kalaset. It hadn’t been on our list but when we finished up in … Continue reading
Our first port of call on Saturday morning was to Landbagariet on Frederiksborggade. Admittedly it was our first port of call on the Sunday also. One can never have too many pastries. If you are looking for a bakery in … Continue reading
After spending a incredible 10 days in Brisbane with family and friends celebrating my little sisters wedding (I want to do it all again) we rented a car and took a spin down the coast as we were flying out of … Continue reading
After giving you a glimpse into our 17 hours in Byron bay it was only fitting to give you a sneak “eating peek” into 18 hours in Hanoi. Uu Dam Chay is an exquisite restaurant that we happened upon while strolling … Continue reading
We spent a few days in central Hoi An and our hotel had complimentary bicycles which we availed of. A few kilometres from the bustling maze of streets in Hoi An is An Bang beach and The fishermans vegan restaurant. … Continue reading
Banh (cake/pastry) Mi (wheat) is the generic name for bread in Vietnam. Variations of Banh Mi are sprinkled throughout the country. It’s conception was in Saignon and its history is a fusion of Vietnamese and French colonial influences. We sampled … Continue reading
The vegan zone restaurant was situated just a hop and a skip from our hotel in Hoi An. Opened just a few short months it was another shining example of the beautiful vegan dishes on offer throughout Vietnam. … Continue reading
Where to begin? While I posted sporadically on insta stories over the last few weeks I took a break from proper posts here and on insta and I’m all the better for it. I’m back with a grateful heart, a … Continue reading
Move over Buddha bowl … Poke is here to stay. My simple take on a vegan poke bowl! Soooo tasty. A base of sushi rice drizzled with soy sauce, rice mirin and sesame oil topped with radishes, pickled ginger, scallions, … Continue reading
You can’t beat a messy porridge bowl 😃. I used brown rice flakes here in place of oats for a gluten free alternative. I cooked it through and added half a mashed banana and some lime juice and zest. I … Continue reading
Super duper messy smoothie bowl to kick off the week but it tasted delicious. A bit of everything in there. Mango, melon, banana, coconut water and baobab powder topped with a mix of kiwi, wheatgrass, chlorella and spirulina finished with … Continue reading
Breakfast wrap with the works this morning. Comfort food is always a winner. Amazing Mediterranean wraps from Alsham bakery that I picked up in Supervalu Clonakilty. I topped them with hummus, cheesy leftover tofu scramble, lentils, mushrooms in a sundried … Continue reading
Epic baked potato alert! Nicest sharing brunch I’ve had in a long time if I do say so myself. Baked potato stuffed with tofu scramble, guacamole, balsamic, garlic and thyme mushroom and onion mix, beets blitzed and seasoned with lemon … Continue reading
Oh pasta bake! The last week has been super busy so it’s nice to be back in the kitchen and not grabbing a random take away today. I made up a yummy tomato sauce with 2 tins of tomatoes, a … Continue reading
It’s curry night so I made up a batch of super quick flatbreads as sauce mops. Mix equal measures of self raising flour (Or flour of choice) and unsweetened dairy free yoghurt. Add a pinch of baking powder. I didn’t … Continue reading
Dinner from Monday night. 😃❤️ Breaded tofu and a quick veg noodle stir fry this evening. I stir fried the noodles along with some mushrooms, celery ribbons, carrots, radishes, green onion sesame seeds and sugar snap peas and seasoned it … Continue reading
The nicest warm salad I’ve made this year I think. Well when I say made .. it’s more constructed. I love a good sharing plate. I picked up runner beans and artichokes in the Wilton farmers market yesterday. I just … Continue reading
These are simply delectable and super quick to make. The larger roll was intentionally done! Man portion for Dave ha ha. He just loves them. What you’ll need: 1 sheet of dried bean curd Block of tofu Chinese cabbage … Continue reading
A delicious and seriously more-ish 20 min lunch dish! This is another one with the Veganuary crew in mind. They are high kicking their way through the month and keeping each other motivated. Amazing stuff. Well done to you all. … Continue reading
Best cure for blue Monday!? Wild weather beach walks to clear out the cobwebs and a giant sharing pot of mung bean, cannellini and potato coconut curry. Yummmmm…. This was a real… “What have I got leftover that would feel … Continue reading
Everyone needs this dish in their lives. No seriously… Its sooo good. Cauliflower, kale and coconut rice topped with tofu and pineapple marinated in brown rice syrup, soy sauce and Rebel Chillis green chilli, lemongrass and ginger. For the rice: … Continue reading
The figs are delighted that they opted for pizza over a healthy breakfast and so am I. That said this pizza could almost fall into the “good for you” pizza category. Sort of… Same cheats dough as every week: 190g … Continue reading
Excessive with a giant E! Chocolate chip ice-cream sandwich you devilish little monster. How to: (typing as I lie on the floor in a food coma) 50g dairy free butter 150g coconut sugar 275g plain flour 50g of raw cacao … Continue reading
A sharing platter of chili chickpea fritters on a salad of rocket, spinach, cashews, mango, cucumber, sun dried toms and a drizzle of last nights leftover garlic and coconut cream sauce. I do love myself a fritter! These are super … Continue reading
Happy happy vegan new year to you all! I like to tell myself that the first meal of the year sets the bar for the year ahead and my good God this is a super start if I do say … Continue reading
Last brunch of the year woo hoo! It just had to be a one pan three cheese wonder. Simple, scrumptious sharing dish. Into a heated and oiled pan I popped: Chopped veggie sausages and seitan Crumbled tofu Spinach Canellini beans … Continue reading
It doesn’t get much more festive than mince pies and “Baileys”! Vegan style… For the faux baileys! I’ve read lots of varying recipes for this but here is my go to (so quick you’ll cry with happiness) recipe. In … Continue reading
Another super quick festive veggie side to add to your list Day 5: Baked aubergine, tomato and vegan mozzarella ring. Slice 4 tomatoes and one aubergine and layer into a circular oven proof dish. Add slices of vegan mozzarella … Continue reading
I couldn’t decide what way I wanted to serve up the dish hence the two different plating options. Oh indecision you cripple me at times… Day 5: Balsamic carrots with rice syrup and borettane onions Slice … Continue reading
Next up on my week of festive sides are my beloved asparagus spears. Day 4: Asparagus spears topped with Art of zen foods violife parmesan, mint pesto, crushed almonds and dried cranberries and cherries. Oh the simplicity and oh oh … Continue reading
I feel like I’m just teasing you all this week with small simple dishes but don’t underestimate the sides! They are the vegan glue that wholes the meal together ha ha. Day 3: My mums creamy thyme stuffing and a wow … Continue reading
Following on from Day 1: cheesy creamy gratin we have the droolworthy breaded sprouts. Enjoy! Day 2: Boozy breaded Brussels sprouts. So b sprouts are always a contentious one! A serious split camp with these little fellas but I flippin … Continue reading
Super excited to start conjuring up delicious festive dishes over the coming month. Ho ho ho…. One simple dish a day to get you prepared for your merry vegan Christmas. So here we go. Day 1: Creamy cheesy kale gratin. … Continue reading
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