“The truth is our planet's alarm is now going off, and it's time to finally wake up and take action.” This was said by environmental activist, and Oscar-winning actor, Leonardo DiCaprio in 2001. 17 years on and, though we still have a ways to go,...
THE PALM OIL DEBATE: SHOULD PALM OIL PRODUCTS BE LABELLED VEGAN OR NOT? WE SHARE OUR STANCE AS AN ONLINE RETAILER The ubiquitous vegetable oil has been a contentious ingredient for several years, sighted as a key contributor to the destruction of rainforests. In recent months...
Not many desserts can claim to be impressive to look at and unbelievably delicious, yet easy to make. This Chocolate Mint Panna Cotta is exactly that. Just perfect in it's simplicity - a silky-smooth and creamy dessert that looks gorgeously tempting, but is created with...
This Grounding Smoothie Bowl was made by Amy van der Merwe of AnEarthenLife.com. 'Maca is the ground, a nugget of gold, A marriage elements awesome behold Radiant sunlight, earth steady and stable A body tuned in, strong, responsive and stable' The Magic of Superfoods - Peter and Beryn Daniel Maca is an incredible...
Just like that my exclusively breastfed babes of 5.5 months has started giving me very clear cues that he is ready for food. He has become quite desperate in his attempt to put our food in his mouth and is starting to get upset that...
It’s safe to say turmeric is a super spice, well known for its anti-inflammatory properties. And as superfoods go, I think most of us are becoming ninjas at sneaking them in wherever we can. While I’m a huge fan of adding chaga in coffee because the...
With Mother’s Day less than a month away, it’s worth taking the time to consider an eco-friendly gift your eco-warrior will appreciate. She spends a great deal of time making sure you’re happy and healthy (by being environmentally conscious, she’s doing the same for the...
For this recipe I decided to use the Happy Earth People Chickpea Pasta, and Superfoods' Hemp Oil and Hemp Seeds. Serves 4 generous portions INGREDIENTS Small handful shelled hemp seedsHappy Earth People Chickpea Pasta Cook in boiling water with some oil and salt until al dente. PESTO 3 cups kale leaves - take off...
Back in the day, Red Velvet cakes were made with fresh beetroot and not food colouring. Since April is Earth month it seemed like a good time to test out that earthy beetroot flavour and make a real Red Velvet Cake. What put me off until now is...
Root Chakra Roast Sweet Potatoes filled with kidney beans, pomegranate and Amaranth Beautiful, delicious and powerful recipe done by Amy van der Merwe of AnEarthenLife.com "April is Earth Month so I thought it appropriate to talk about foods that are good for grounding and I am in need...