When you think of a Christmas feast, you probably think of a plate loaded with meat as the star of the show, surrounded by mash, roasted potatoes, carrots and parsnips, spouts, stuffing and gravy. Pretty stereotypical, right? Well let me tell you about my latest [gifted, complimentary] trip to Pho in Manchester’s stunning Corn Exchange, […]
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REVIEW: Gluten-free afternoon tea at The Midland
It’s nice to treat yourself sometimes, whether that’s getting your nails or hair done, a spot of shopping, having a bath, simply reading a book or indulging in some delicious and exquisite edible delights. The latter was what I enjoyed recently, thanks to being invited down to The Midland, “a much-loved part of this magnificent […]
REVIEW: Lunching at Wahaca
Who doesn’t love Mexican food? I think it’s fair to say it’s my favourite cuisine (closely followed by Italian) – the flavours, spices, key ingredients, ways of serving – plus of course, the culture and aesthetics surrounding it. It wasn’t until I met James 7 years ago that I got into it (he’s a Mexican […]
Lemon & Ginger Tofu Stir Fry
Cooking up a stir fry is one of my favourite go-to fast and healthy recipes for dinner. I’m obsessed with noodles (gluten-free, obviously!) – in soups, in stir fries – and love that they soak up and sit nicely surrounded by other flavours, textures and ingredients. This recipe combines plenty of veggies, rice noodles and […]
Aubergine & Sweet Potato Coconut Curry
A warming bowl of curry is a perfect dish to enjoy for lunch or dinner, especially when it’s brimming with spice and flavour. I’ve only recently got into cooking up my own veggie curries – throwing in whatever veg I’ve got in the fridge along with a selection of herbs and spices, adding some kind […]
Sweet Potato Veggie Biryani
Did you know that International Sweet Potato Week runs from 4th to 18th April? An initiative from The American Sweet Potato Marketing Institute to encourage everyone to incorporate more sweet potatoes into their diet, they are one of my favourite ingredients in a number of both sweet and savoury dishes – I love the naturally […]
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Plant-based Eating at Vertigo
It’s so encouraging to see the plant-based trend continue with full force as we’re well into the swing of January – sorry, Veganuary. Whether you’re vegan or not, anyone reducing meat consumption is helping the environment and animal welfare and it’s great to see such a positive movement being reflected in menus in restaurants – […]
Chocolate Cake Donuts
I recently worked with The Groovy Food Company, creating a recipe using one of their newest products: Virgin Coconut Oil infused with Turmeric. This time around it’s all about their Organic Creamed Coconut, which I couldn’t wait to try as I’m obsessed with all things coconut – to eat and any form of toiletry! Made […]
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Veggie ‘Pulled Pork’ BBQ Nachos
Back in autumn last year, I created a recipe in collaboration with Jack Daniel’s using their delicious BBQ sauces. This time round as part of their latest campaign, I’ve gone down the veggie route to show off how versatile the products and how easy it is to cook with them. While BBQ sauces are mostly associated […]
Strong Roots Easter Feast: Veggie Toad in the Hole
If you’re on the look out for quick, convenient and healthy foods when time is short but you still want to eat well, award-winning brand Strong Roots should be on your radar. Last year I worked with these guys (check out my Veggie Chilli-Loaded Sweet Potato Fries and Squidgy Avocado & Walnut Protein Brownies recipes!) […]
Harvey Nichols Manchester Vegan Menu
When a restaurant can make a vegetarian or vegan menu look exciting, interesting and creative, I’m there. With the rise of a ‘flexitirian’ way of eating coupled with January being Veganuary for many, it’s great to see so many eateries offering more options that aren’t just risotto or a nut roast. So when I heard […]
Vegan Courgette, Pea & Spinach Pesto Risotto
To coincide with World Vegan Month I was invited to create a recipe using Sacla’s new free-from pesto. Now I don’t know about you but I absolutely ADORE the stuff – red, green, I really don’t mind, I just love the rich, powerful flavour of this kitchen cupboard staple. While many pesto sauces contain Parmesan […]
Goodlife: Changing perceptions of ready meals
When it comes to ready meals, the words ‘high sugar’, ‘high salt’, ‘processed’, ‘refined’ and ‘junk’ can spring to mind; but that’s something Goodlife are aiming to change with the launch of their new healthy, fresh and delicious options on the market. Say hello to their two vegetarian-friendly meals – Vegetable Masala and 3 Bean […]
Veggie Chilli-Loaded Sweet Potato Fries
I’m sure many of us are keen to hunt down quick, convenient and healthy foods when time is short but we still want to eat well. Although I’m not usually one for ‘convenience foods, when award-winning brand Strong Roots got in touch with their mission to ‘revolutionise frozen food’, I was intrigued. Having just launched […]
Goodlife: Making Vegetables the Star of the Show
Ahhhh, vegetables. From sweet potatoes and carrots to courgettes, tomatoes, peppers and aubergines, I love pretty much all varieties (although sprouts will NEVER be included, soz!). It can be so easy to transform them into delicious, creative and interesting dishes but for some of us, veggies can appear to be dull, boring or unadventurous. That’s […]