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Aromatic Laksa Noodle Bowl

Aromatic Laksa Noodle Bowl

When I lived in Carbondale, Colorado my restaurant of choice was Phat Thai and the dish I invariably chose was their Laksa (no shrimp and extra veggies, please!)  For sure I am missing Colorado and so to bring the good memories a little closer I created a version...

Quinoa Patties with Herb Dressing

Quinoa Patties with Herb Dressing

I have been experimenting for a while to create light and simple savory quinoa patties and I am delighted to share this one with you. The quinoa cakes or patties are quick and easy to make. While the patties are in the oven it is simple to whip up the tangy and...

Mushrooms with Greens & Whole Grain Rice

Mushrooms with Greens & Whole Grain Rice

Shitake mushrooms provide me with the meaty texture which I sometimes miss eating only “plants”! The whole food plant based lifestyle. Mushrooms are thought to boost our immune system while reducing inflammation and in addition they may have an anticancer role. I tend...

Israeli Couscous with Figs, Olives & Tomatoes

Israeli Couscous with Figs, Olives & Tomatoes

Israeli couscous, is also known as pearl couscous and is similar to regular couscous in that it is a small, whole grain-like food made from semolina or wheat flour. The Israeli couscous “pearls” are larger than regular couscous, a little chewy and have a slightly...

Fragrant Moroccan Vegetable Stew with Dukkah

Fragrant Moroccan Vegetable Stew with Dukkah

This Moroccan vegetable stew is perfect for warming the tummy and heart on these long cold days of winter. This whole food plant based lifestyle dish is simple to create and super tasty. The chickpeas and quinoa provide plenty of protein. To add extra flavour and...

Dal with Delicate Green Chutney

Dal with Delicate Green Chutney

  This dal with a delicate cilantro (coriander) chutney is inspired by Strong Adolfo’s, the wonderful, fun and busy cafe near Wadebridge, Cornwall, England. On trips to stay with my family Strong Adolfo’s is a favorite choice for lunch. The talented chefs make...