For the vast majority of people, transitioning to the Paleo diet will often see dramatic improvements in their personal battle with weight loss. However, on some occasions, you may hit a plateau with your weight loss and find yourself struggling to reach your desired weight. Before I go any further, I must stress that it […]
When you think of stock, the usual suspects are probably chicken or beef. But one of the most overlooked and nutritionally powerful options is fish head stock. It’s deeply nourishing, incredibly simple to prepare, and offers a distinct richness that enhances any Paleo dish. Whilst home-made bone broth and chicken stock are staple recipes in […]
If you were lucky enough to get your hands on a cast iron frying pan for Christmas this guide will tell you exactly how to season and look after it to make sure it does the job and lasts for a long time. If you haven’t got any cast iron cookware, it’s definitely worth looking […]
These chicken wings are a firm favourite for a reason. Easy to prepare, packed with flavour, and perfect for sharing, they’ve become one of my go-to dishes whenever I’m firing up the barbecue. The combination of zesty lemon, warming ginger, and cooling mint makes for a marinade that is truly unforgettable. Even better, they can […]
When a recipe calls for a few fresh basil leaves, a bit or parsley or oregano, what do you do with the stems that get left behind? If you've been throwing them away – STOP! Use them whole For big stems like rosemary, try adding them whole to sauces and soups, then removing them whole […]
This is one of my go-to batch cooking recipes as it provides lots of portions of soup, perfect for taking to work. And who could resist a tomato and bacon soup? It has bacon in it, after all. Depending on what I have at home, I often use tinned tomatoes, instead of fresh. I tend […]
I love the combination of lime and chili – it gives this salad a bit of a kick. The dressing will last in a jar for a day or so in the fridge, so shake it well and add it to the salad at the last minute. I used Lebanese cucumber, but continental would work […]
If you buy a pre-washed ready to eat bag of salad leaves, do you tip straight out onto a plate – or do you thoroughly wash it first? The whole idea of bagged salad mixes is convenience, so it’s no surprise most people don’t wash. But how do they wash the salad before they bag […]
Kale is one of the best leafy greens out there, packed with nutrition and flavour. In fact, here are 12 reasons why you should get more kale in your diet. I tend to buy a lot of it when it’s in season (and cheap!) and once I’ve made kale chips, green smoothies and kale salad, […]
As someone who's struggled with weight loss, I was surprised to see the name of Lola Berry's new diet plan – “Stop Being a Fat B*tch”. Yes, you did read that correctly. Whilst the intention was apparently noble, there was a huge back-lash. With people shocked that she'd chose such an emotive title. These comments summed […]