So things have been a little crazy lately; so much so that today has been the first time in about 10 days I have been able to sleep in past 7am, catch up on admin and take a shower longer than 3 minutes. After exhaling into...
The beautiful extravagant flowers blossom dramatically for just 24 hours and then wilt and fall to the ground, yet the Baobab tree can thrive in harsh desert-like conditions for well over a thousand years. However, the true wonder of the Baobab tree lies in its fruit. It can...
Baobab: Super-Powers of a Super-Fruit Smoothies are wonderful for when you want breakfast in a hurry, but smoothie bowls are just the thing when you’re wanting to savour crunch, creaminess and fruity succulence all at the same time. Light enough for post-workout nourishment and substantial enough to...
South Africa experienced its driest year in recorded history during 2016. Without rainclouds on the horizon it is time we look at our diets to keep our heads above water. The majority of water in our country is used in agriculture with nearly 60% being used for...
No matter which way you look at it, fresh water is a precious resource that we are, all too often, far too cavalier about. We flush the loo, wash our hands, fill the kettle, boil the spuds, and so on, without ever really thinking about...
Intuitively, we all understand that trees are vital to the continued existence of our planet as we know it. We’ve all read countless statistics reminding us that, despite rampant deforestation over the past few decades, forests today still cover some 30% of global land area,...
According to all the songs, it’s the best time of the year, and depending on where you stand and how old you are, it can be. We’ve spoken before about putting the green into your Christmas, and how to wrap your gifts stylishly and sustainably,...
Fancy getting into the swing of all things festive with some easy weekend baking and a fabulous fruit cake? We're nuts about this rather naughty brandy soaked Christmas tradition (also optional in the entirely innocent not alcoholic variety) and we just so happen to have...
I am a total foodie, cooking school owner and food stylist. And also full-time feeder of my little family. I am not following any specific diet yet, but I am on a journey to eat cleaner and greener. I am always amazed at the versatility of...
This recipe is courtesy of Anina's Recipes. These refreshing three-grain rice paper rolls with miso and peanut butter dipping sauce and kale soil are the epitome of summer dining. It is the perfect dish to put together when you need to get hungry tummies filled, a...