Food and Climate

I have been writing this post in December 2015 after the Paris Climate Change Conference in November 2015. It was a busy time (especially as we were taking the decision for our life change and cross countries move) and I did not take the time to publish it. I have...

Mother’s Day

When I was still living with my parents, if I would ask my Mother if she would like any high tech cooking appliance for Mother’s day she would invariably return the question to me: would you like a cooking appliance for your Bday or your Xmas? The point she was making...

Happy 2017!

A New Year is unfolding upon us and while many could not wait for 2016 to be over, my family and I have been really blessed during 2016. Our life change has been very positive, we are finding a new family balance and things fall into place not too slowly. I will write...

A conscious Christmas

Christmas frenzy has already started :::sigh::: For a week or more (!!), which is earlier than ever, shops have piled Christmas decorations and gifts. In this model, where consumerism is pushed always further, we can follow the movement or we can pause and think....

Sprouted Salad

      There are many savours in this salad and the colours are on the soft side… There are lots or nutrients as I have used sprouted broccoli. The crispy part is done with some bacon and rye bread which is roasted in a the bacon fat.  The savoury side comes from...

Strawberries and Pecan Nuts Salad

    I love combining colours and textures when creating new salads and I must confess I love a sweet and salty combination. I kept those factors in mind while working on this one. The strawberries have a sweet taste, but also a very smooth texture. It contrasts well...