It feels like spring might be just around the corner, with nature waking up and new shoots and buds popping up all over the place. March in the food growing calendar is an important month, It marks the end of winter and time to get busy sowing seeds for the up coming growing season. So, … Continue reading Eat Seasonally and Grow Your Own in March
Tag: Life is for cooking
Yoga of Cooking
"I found that when I step into the kitchen and cream some butter and sugar, my thoughts slow down and creativity flows. Here, I invent many of my favorite recipes and I spend some time with my friends and family". This philosophy behind cooking as a relaxing method, is a true lifestyle. Everyone needs to … Continue reading Yoga of Cooking
Gluten free DIY
There are many reasons why you might need to start avoiding gluten, but whatever the reason, you'll be glad to know that your life doesn't have to completely change. Nutritional issues can have a more serious impact than we think on our mindset and lifestyle. It's important to feel confident and have fun while cooking … Continue reading Gluten free DIY
A Garden on the balcony #3
Temperatures. Think about where in the world you are living. One of the best pieces of advice you can get is to eat a Mediterranean Diet as it is considered a healthier choice. The thing about growing what you need for the Mediterranean Diet is you need to really think about weather conditions. In the … Continue reading A Garden on the balcony #3
Kitchen utensils we love #2
Cooking is about passion, ingredients, proportions, recipes, and, of course, the right tools. Here are 4 tools to cut, slice, fine chop, and shape your food like a pro, saving loads of time too (That's why we love them, btw) Let's start with Scissors: Herb-Scissors with a multi-blades mechanism will save you time and result in perfect … Continue reading Kitchen utensils we love #2
Gnocchi, special pasta that strengthens the family bond
Preparing gnocchi is fun, everyone in the family can get involved and it's relaxing too. Just put on some music and follow this recipe: My recipe without eggs.Potatoes 1kg Flour 400gsalt Watch the video to know see how to cut gnocchi Season with melted butter and sage, or a tomato sauce. Tips: cook them in boiling … Continue reading Gnocchi, special pasta that strengthens the family bond
Kitchen utensils we love #1
Cooking is about passion, ingredients, proportions, recipes, and, of course, the right tools. Here are the fantastic 5 we really love, useful for preparing a healthy breakfast whilst having fun at the same time. They are: Molds for poached eggs (useful to pull the plug on boring shapes - kid- friendly), Ezcracker (to avoid eggs … Continue reading Kitchen utensils we love #1
A garden on the balcony. #1
You have been told more than once that eating fresh can help to gain better nutrients from the food you eat. It is so true that everyone should have some land or a little space to dedicate to gardening. With some tips, anyone could learn and start a proper garden anywhere, even on a balcony. … Continue reading A garden on the balcony. #1
Something called Quinoa
Good Morning! Today I would like to share a easy recipe that's really healthy and super yummy! We often hear about healthy recipes these days, but what we're not hearing so often is that a good recipe is not just a method, it is rather a process where step by step the result is reached. … Continue reading Something called Quinoa
How to cook with flowers.
Get to know edible flowers. Why not grow some flowers in your garden or on your balcony? They could be a yummy addition to new recipes. I found this article listing some flowers and properties. Some of the best are listed below: Basil (Ocimum basilicum) Although basil is usually grown for its leaves, its white, pale … Continue reading How to cook with flowers.
Ingredients make all the difference.
The better the ingredients you get, the better your dishes will be. Having your own garden or knowing a trusted market is a step forward to cooking healthier and tastier meals. If you’re thinking of using your spare summertime to start gardening on the rooftop or on your balcony, here's what you can get (watch … Continue reading Ingredients make all the difference.
Cooking is art
Once art was commonly fruit and vegetable still- lifes. Today it is knowing how to make delicious, healthy and wonderful dishes. Cooking Classes are opening again in September, book your place