A Yummy, Yum Yum drink literally packed and bursting with full-on flavour.  Full of nutrients too and great as a ‘pick-me-up’ beverage, super ideal for breakfast as it has all the protein you want at that time.  Well, enough said – you have to taste the goodness to believe it !!! Makes 2 Cappuccinos INGREDIENTS 2 cups of cold nut milk (I used my cashew milk) 1 frozen banana (it has to be frozen, so [...]

You may be thinking why snake ?  In the vegan world animals are put to the forefront of our lives – we love them so much that some of us shape our food in their wondrous image. This came about as I wanted to make a pie with an unusual shape. So, as I toyed around with the pastry and coiled it for a while, my 5 year old daughter exclaimed ‘Mum that looks like [...]

This is a gentle, subtle, and yet most memorable pesto with the most unique ingredients.  Exquisite, succulent, and aromatic – a true ensemble of tastes that play the most delicious of culinary symphonies. Serves 4 portions INGREDIENTS 2 cloves garlic ½ cup roasted hazelnuts 4 marinated artichoke hearts 4 sundried tomatoes ½ cup fresh parsley 4 Tbsp (60 mL) extra virgin olive oil 1 cup (250 mL) nut milk, or other vegan 1 tsp crushed [...]

Blood orange, broccoli, lemon, grapes, celery and ginger come together to bring you and your cells some inner sunshine, by helping to revitalise you with all their earthly goodness and qualities – enhancing both you and your taste buds alike. TIP :  Always use fresh refrigerated and washed fruit and vegetables for all your juices and smoothies. Makes 2 medium glasses INGREDIENTS 2 blood oranges 1 cup broccoli florets 1½ cups green or red grapes [...]

I was inspired whilst watching the different methods of making Cornish pasties in Cornwall, where many a person feels passionate about these wonderful pies (reminiscent of the pastizzi, the traditional local snack here in Malta. Here I have incorporated the idea of a Cornish pasty with vegan sausage, and a twist.  The result, a succulent pasty to enjoy with a hot bowl of simple soup, or even a cup of tea.  Ideal for the cold [...]

Makes 4 to 6 generous portions. I loved my Bounty. So, in the end I succumbed – I had to make my own vegan one, and share this.  It does not look as good as a factory non-vegan one, although it looks very rustic, and rough at the edges. But the taste is far better than the non-vegan one, and far better for you. With a moist centre, and a wonderful chocolate coating – this [...]

The aroma, texture and color of this dish are really quite astounding. Serve with a mixture of different lettuces, butter lettuce, rocket and such like – serve the salad with an olive oil and cider vinegar dressing, with a drizzle of agave in it.  Oh what delight awaits ! Note : This also works well with mushroom slices – feel free to use these instead of eggplant. Serves 4 INGREDIENTS FOR THE FILLING olive oil [...]

I made these koftas with simple ingredients. I wanted a sort of crunchy paneer taste, and then I wanted a contrasting semi-sweet sauce to tease the buds and satisfy all the senses – a medium to hot curry sauce to accompany these wonderful and unique koftas.  Then a mild vegetable such as spinach, I thought, would be ideal not to overburden the system.  A slight twist, with a sweet and savoury mix, creating a very [...]

This recipe is delicious, rich, creamy and decadent.  I made it in readiness for Valentine’s Day, which, as it happens, is also my birthday.  Full of goodness, nutritious and delicious, it worked wonderfully – the delicate chocolate soft layer on the top just gave it that extra edge.  Mmmmm, just so good !  However, I shall let you be the judge of it.  If you’re nuts over raspberries and love chocolate, then this one’s going [...]

ROSES ARE RED, BERRIES ARE BLUE – MOUTHWATERING DRINK IS HERE FOR YOU Valentine’s Day or not, this IS the real thing folks – the real treat, and one to kick-start a cold day off with love, warmth and affection. I created this with an inner knowing that it was going to be a master hot drink – soothing, full flavour, it kicks without the pain, and you sure will lick your lips when they [...]