Dinner Party

Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free Chocolate Fudge Cake

by Saskia | posted in: Chocolate, Desserts, Dinner Party, Recipes, Top Recipes, Treats and Snacks | 0

After a year and half in my gorgeous yurt the novelty of washing up outside in all weathers, and cooking on a two ring camping stove, has finally worn off. What that really means is… I’m getting a new kitchen!! I am totally thrilled about this, and have only just realised that not having a proper … Read More

Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff and My Fertility Journey, Part II

by Saskia | posted in: Cooked, Dinner Party, Main Meals | 0

Eight years ago I got pregnant. The moment the pregnancy test’s double pink lines sunk into my psyche, I started to think of myself as a mum. I was over the moon. The path I saw ahead of me was the realisation of a long-held dream of becoming a parent. I talked to the little sparkle … Read More

Warm Quinoa Salad

by Saskia | posted in: Cooked, Dinner Party, Lunch, Recipes, Work Lunches | 0

My Beautiful Mum I’ve just got back from a month in beautiful Argentina (check out my photos on Facebook). My time out there was a mix of tough, beautiful and love-filled. I feel very blessed to have a mum who is a total inspiration to me. In her 70s, newly in love (3 years), and now dealing with … Read More

Nice Cream – Chocolate, Mango, Peanut Butter, Blueberry Flavours

by Saskia | posted in: Chocolate, Desserts, Dinner Party, Family-Friendly, Recipes, Treats and Snacks | 0

The sun is out! It’s time for ice-cream 🙂 I don’t know about you, but whenever the sun is out and the temperature is rising I just want ice-cream. Today’s recipes are the easiest and healthiest ice-cream recipes out there and, to boot, they’re dairy-free, sugar-free and vegan. No one would ever know! Vegan, Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free Super-Quick Ice-Cream … Read More

Beetroot, Carrot & Pickle Slaw

by Saskia | posted in: Dinner Party, Lunch, Quick & Easy, Recipes, Work Lunches | 0

I can’t believe it’s been over a year since I posted a recipe!! Where does the time go? I have to admit I’ve had a long dry spell when it comes to posting recipes on my blog – too many other life distractions going on! BUT the sunny weather and having lunch with my extremely talented-in-the-kitchen … Read More

Cheezy Almond & Leek Tart. My Experience with Fibroids

by Saskia | posted in: Cooked, Dinner Party, Family-Friendly, favourites, Main Meals, Recipes, Work Lunches | 4

I was recently rather shocked to discover (as I always am when something goes awry with my health) that I have uterine fibroids. Is this over-sharing? Well maybe, but in light of last week’s post it seems quite apt and hopefully it will shed some light for a few people. In my research to find out … Read More

The Protein Question and This Week’s Yummy Recipe: Red Pepper Boats with Creamy Tomato Sauce

by Saskia | posted in: Cooked, Dinner Party, Main Meals, Raw Food Tips, Recipes, Work Lunches | 0

One of the most common concerns when embracing a high-raw or vegan diet, whether on a detox or as a lifestyle choice, is “where will I get my protein?”. Mainstream health and nutrition education would have us believe that you can only get proper protein from meat, fish, dairy, and eggs. If you’ve educated yourself further … Read More