Monday, 20 February 2012

Beluga Lentil Salad - Summer Salad Series


Everyone goes on about protein these days and these lentil are a wonderful source of it. I just love them because I love lentils. This salad if fresh, quick and light but in a filling way. It make a wonderful lunch and you can interchange the

Friday, 27 January 2012

Boysenberry Chocolate Mousse Pie


It's a rare treat in my neck of the woods that we get organic boysenberry. When I saw them in my local health food shop I brought two punnets and took them home with such excitement in my heart. Something new to play with. I had no idea what I was going to prepare but with gorgeous boysenberry it really wouldn't matter. I was going to dinner at a friends house that night so I decided to do

Thursday, 19 January 2012

Cucumber, Cabbage and Tomato salad with Black olives - Summer Salad Series No 1




If you are like me, you probably live on salads in the Summer time. I have my classic favourites but love to mix it up a bit and discover new combinations. I challenge myself to use vegetables I don't normally buy. This salad has many of my favourite things in it but somehow it's different

Sunday, 25 December 2011

Involtini de Zucchini - tasty starter



What a mouthful of Mediterranean flavour and succulent texture. The soft succulent texture of the zucchini and eggplant just melt in your mouth. The creamy and soft texture of the pumpkin is

Monday, 12 December 2011

Raw Mince Pies for Christmas!



A little something with the Christmas spirit in mind. Although I must admit I have never been a fan of the traditional mince pies. I found the fruit too heavy and rich and with the sweet pastry crust, an odd combination together. I really like this recipe because of it's lightness and the fresh taste of the tangy lime and ginger. It's still rich and christmasy with the classic christmas spices but somehow

Thursday, 24 November 2011

Wild Rice, Broad Bean and Artichoke Salad



It's that time of year when the Christmas events and parties begin to consume your every weekend. The alcohol can be harder to say no to during the festive season but good healthy food will help some

Saturday, 29 October 2011

Easy Puff Pastry Tartlets – 20 minute meal series



Almost everyone loves pastry, especially puff pastry. It's not something I eat very often but as a rare treat or special occasion with friends who aren't so health conscious! This recipe is great for parties or drinks with friends as it's so quick – you can prepare it in advance or throw it together at the last minute.
Sometimes we need something quick, impressive and something that will