Dolmas epitomise everything I love about Mediterranean food. Simple peasant-style fare that is often made using left-overs from other dishes in order not to waste, but doesn’t feel, look or taste like peasant food at all. I have always loved Dolmas, and some of my earliest vital memories of food are watching my grandmother stuff…
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Caramelised Onion Stuffed Aubergine
Despite loving what I do Monday always hits with an intense pressure that can be uncomfortable. I always feel the need to cram in as much as I can and often feel deflated and a little lacklustre come 4pm. Cooking something complicated and time consuming is NOT an option. We stick to our Meatless Monday…
Creamy Avocado, Basil & Lemon Pasta
Avocado’s are just incredible! We associate them with good fats (which is correct) but they are also a good source of pantothenic acid (VERY important B5), dietary fibre, vitamin K (blood clotting), copper, folate, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin E, and vitamin C… SJOE! They are basically nutrient powerhouses and its has been said (don’t you…
Spinach, Herb & Feta Triangles
I guess I could have called these Spanakopita as they really are a variation on those wonderful spinach filled Greek pies. However the change in flavours that the fresh coriander and mint contribute really puts them in a league of their own. I love adding fresh herbs to my dishes wherever I can and the…
Carrot, Caraway & Cashew Pâté
One of my favourite ways to get more vegetables into my boys diet is with a veggie pate. Carrots are especially delicious in this type of dip as they have a naturally sweet taste and roasting them first condenses their flavour even more. I love the idea of adding the hemp oil that Lemcke gifted…