10 Best free cooking resources, recipes and ‘foodie’ social media accounts

If you’re like me (a real foodie) and embracing social distancing and 2020’s new normality of home cooking. But still need a little bit more inspiration to get you going in the kitchen, then I have a few recommendations to get you started! I’ve tried to include a real mix of culinary skills to be inclusive for all tastes… Some of the names I’ve included … Continue reading 10 Best free cooking resources, recipes and ‘foodie’ social media accounts

An expats guide to ‘Vegan Germany’: The best substitutes and alternatives

It was back in November 2019 that we moved to Dusseldorf, Germany, to the land of sausage, snitzel and beer – I couldnt have been more excited. It goes without saying that both myself and my boyfriend, Chris, really embraced the Christmas markets (you can read more about these in my blog) with copious amounts of mulled wine drank. However, after all the festivities were … Continue reading An expats guide to ‘Vegan Germany’: The best substitutes and alternatives

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Quick and easy, low calorie vegan Banana Bread recipe

During my brief stint of living in Germany and now whilst in self-isolation for covid-19, I’ve managed to perfect a great low calorie vegan Banana bread recipe using basic ingredients that anyone would have in their cupboards. I’ve always loved making Banana bread, but after deciding to change (where I can) my diet to be more plant-based (After watching the renowned ‘What the Health‘ documentary … Continue reading Quick and easy, low calorie vegan Banana Bread recipe

Chinese New Year 2020 in London: Where to celebrate the ‘Year of the Rat’, Food, Events and more

It’s nearly the Year of the Rat and the celebrations are about to start… But where should you go? Chinese New Year falls on Saturday 25th this year with London’s celebrations starting on Sunday 26 January, but the celebrations run for two weeks across the British capital, lasting until Saturday February 8th. So, If you’re lucky enough to be in London over the next few … Continue reading Chinese New Year 2020 in London: Where to celebrate the ‘Year of the Rat’, Food, Events and more

What to do in Somerset – The Cider, cheese and glamping county in the British countryside

I was very lucky to be recently (the start of September, just before our move to Dusseldorf) taken to Somerset for a surprise birthday trip – and as surprises go, this honestly was the best present for me and just so much fun! From wandering the famous Roman Baths in the city of Bath (which had been on my bucket list a while), to visiting … Continue reading What to do in Somerset – The Cider, cheese and glamping county in the British countryside

My love (and struggle) for Caramel Coffee and where to buy

Last Christmas – December 2018, whilst on a trip to Australia (My first time down under), I was lucky enough to be introduced to Moccona, Douwe Egberts instant coffee with a hint of natural caramel drizzle, and everything for me and coffee as I knew it changed. I have in the past, treated myself to a Caramel Latte or Coconut Milk Macchiato (a previous favourite) … Continue reading My love (and struggle) for Caramel Coffee and where to buy