Pastitsio, sometimes spelt pastichio (or pasticcio in Italian), is a Greek and Mediterranean baked pasta dish, made with ground beef and béchamel sauce, with layers of pasta sandwiching the sauce. I have perfected the typical Greek flavour, with cinnamon, nutmeg & clove – and I defy anyone to spot that this is vegan in a blind tasting ! INGREDIENTS FOR THE SAUCE olive oil 6 fresh plum tomatoes, processed in a food processor 1 large [...]

I love fruit in curries, and this one is so mouthwatering, and full of great flavour.  I created it very much with the balance of sweet and savoury in mind, and I have to say it was a huge success.  It’s ideally suited to those times when you crave a curry, but also a sweet, but you don’t wish either to be too predominant.  Great served with popadoms, and my amazing Greek-inspired tomatoed basmati rice.  [...]

I could never imagine myself eating a raw diet on a permanent basis, but I can imagine enjoying the health benefits and taste of something so easy to prepare.  Quick, wholesome, low in fat, and beautiful in aroma and colour.  I loved the taste with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil – and I felt one with nature. INGREDIENTS 2 cloves garlic 10 zenguli tomatoes, roughly cut or whole 1 Tbsp olive oil Himalayan [...]

A ragu is a traditional Italian meat-based dish served with pasta, that varies according to region.  This is my own meatless ragu – very rich and exotic, with a wonderful texture and full of flavour.  Serve it with the pasta of your choice, and Enjoy !   INGREDIENTS ¾ cup puy lentils (French lentils), precooked – do not overcook them, leave them chewy. If you can’t find these, try these links : (US or UK) [...]

I created this a while back.  It was a glorious recipe, a great Sunday roast, especially in the spring, with lashes of squeezed lemon and a little French’s mustard dolloped on top of the potatoes – lemon and mustard really marry well.  Use a carving knife to slice a big chunk of this delight, and just enjoy the delightful flavours.  Serve with a rocket, avocado and cucumber salad.  A feast for the eyes, and a [...]

As Northern Europe enters the last stages of winter (or the last storms before the heat kicks in, in our case here in Malta), it seemed fitting to make another comforting dish for the weekend.  In fact, this is my mouthwateringly vegan variation of the good old English favourite, the shepherd’s pie.  But for the protein and bulk, this version is using Linda Mac sausages, and borlotti beans – fast becoming my favourite legume.  Serve [...]

A traditional Maltese dish – extra filling, and very non-vegan, as it’s usually made with a variety of different meats – chicken livers, pork & beef mince, eggs, cheese, you name it – probably one of the most cruel dishes to eat.  But here is a 100% Cruelty-Free version – also Cholesterol-Free & packed with flavour galore. A No.1 comfort food, full of carbs, and men love it ! Delicious, lighter than the non-vegan version, [...]

This dish is super rich, unique and delicious. It’s also an impressive dish that is easy to make.  Make a mixed lettuce salad and a slightly sweetened balsamic vinegar dressing to go with it – I used a little maple syrup in the dressing which danced beautifully with the lasagna’s creamy juices – they just made magic together. Enjoy and please comment on my blog ! INGREDIENTS 7 lasagne sheets (I used spelt lasagna – [...]

This is a fast and easy to make Chowder – I made it because it was a little cold this evening, and I fancied something a little different. This is the best vegetable-based chowder ever, and will be a staple amongst those wishing to serve something very flavourful and comforting – ideal towards the end of the winter – to mark the end of it, and the beginning of the new season ahead.  My last [...]

Can you imagine a soy-free, cholesterol-free, optionally gluten-free, faux meat-free BURGER that tastes so good you could become hooked ? Discover the magic of a great taste in a burger – healthy ingredients and a wonderful aroma that could convert any person contemplating veganism. But better than anything ever, YOU can make these burgers in the comfort of your own home, when you like, and as many times as you wish.  They can be frozen, [...]