Avocado toast is the trend that has taken over the planet in recent years. But funny enough, I want to think that Jamaica explored the whole avocado + “bread”-ish concept from way before. For years, Jamaicans have been enjoying something called “bulla & pear”, which is ripe avocado (locally referred to as pear) and a dense,…
SORREL GLAZED ROOT VEGETABLES
There’s something really magical that happens when tangy & fruity sorrel meets the mild sweetness of root vegetables. We’re nearing the holiday season, here in Jamaica, so hills of fresh crimson red sorrel will be a common sight! Great time to enjoy your veggies a little differently 🙂 Sorrel Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables You’ll need:…
SPICED SORREL-COCO POPSICLES
Popsicles are notoriously easy to make and can come in gazillions of flavours! As we’re right in sorrel season, here in Jamaica, this is a really easy & fun way to make the most out of this hibiscus family member. We’re talking about a two-layered popsicle that starts off with a tang & a zing,…
TRAVELING VEGAN IN JAMAICA
I’ve been traveling for as long as I can remember- whether it was for work or pleasure, it’s one of the things I crave most in life. As a plant-based vegan, I always get asked how the whole “being vegan & traveling” thing works. For some, the idea seems intimidating- or even “impossible”. But the…
ROSE HARISSA
Harissa is one of my fave spicy fiery hot condiments in the world! When I was recently in Tunisia, it was impossible to miss the gigantic hills of this paste at almost every market stall- and needless to say, I tried to enjoy the most of it while there! Common in the “Petit Maghreb” countries…
RAS-EL-HANOUT CAULIFLOWER
My recent trip to Tunis has left a poetic & dreamy aftertaste lingering in my mind… it’s a wonderful feeling that I’m trying to latch on to for as long as I can! Of course, I had to check out a few markets in the gorgeous capital of this North African country. I was captivated…
G-F CHOCO MUG CAKE
Mug cakes, what a funny concept! For those in a hurry and craving something sweet and intimidated by the whole vegan thing… give this a try! This recipe is especially dedicated to those who think making your own food is some form of rocket science 🙂 Please note that this recipe works if you follow…
GIGANTES PLAKI
I spent the first 3 years of my life in Greece- I was actually born in Athens (not Greek, I just happened to be conceived there 😀 ) And while I can barely remember a thing from my time there, it’s undeniable that flavour profiles of Greek cuisine remind me of what I grew up…
QUINOA BREAKFAST BOWL
The most important hours of the day are the first ones- and the last ones. I truly believe this. Today, we’re talking about the early hours of the day. Meaning: when you wake up & what you do with those first few hours- including what you put in your body FIRST! Remember that your body…
SEA MOSS CHOCO PUDDING
This sweet treat is as guilt-free as it gets! Made from Irish Moss*, unsweetened cocoa (great source of polyphenols), natural sweeteners, a bit of coconut oil and some spices here and there- it’s absolutely delicious!!! Irish Moss, like most plants from the sea, is excellent for your health. Rich in minerals such as selenium, calcium, potassium,…