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• Garden Update

  

  Its been rainy here and the garden is loving it.  Like the garden I’m also loving it, is there anything better than a good excuse to cuddle up on the couch and... Read more

  Posted on 17 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Savoury Rice Skillet

  

  Happy Friday!I decided to share a fast, easy, one skillet meal that will get you back to your weekend activities in a jiffy.  Feel free to change up the... Read more

  Posted on 14 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Wholegrain Seed Bread

  

  The smell of bread baking is one of my favourite things.  When you go to the grocery store early in the morning, because you forgot to get something the night... Read more

  Posted on 13 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• What I Wore Wednesday

  

  I know this is What I wore Wednesday, but I really need to get this off my chest.I was watching Kite and got the fright of my life…The South African accent... Read more

  Posted on 12 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Vitamin C Boost Smoothie

  

  Vitamin C is one of those vitamins that everyone knows we need, but what does it actually do.  Vitamin C has a bunch of health benefits, but first lets talk... Read more

  Posted on 11 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Hiking in Kloofendal Nature Reserve

  

  On the weekend we decided to go try out a new hiking trail.  Kloofendal Nature Reserve is a wonderful reserve filled with hiking trails for any level of fitness. Read more

  Posted on 10 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Grill Bread

  

  A South African favourite of mine, will always be grill bread (roosterkoek).  It brings back memories of going on family vacations on the way to Cape Town and... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Chai Tea Smoothie

  

  A smoothie a day keeps the doctor away….That should be the new version of an apple a day.  Smoothies really are a great way of getting a lot of fruit and... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Trail Mix Muffins

  

  Muffins, the ugly cupcakes of the world.  A way to eat cake for breakfast and its completely appropriate.  This muffin is a great breakfast treat packed with... Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Gardening Tips For Beginners

  

  Growing your own vegetable garden is something anyone can do with the right tips and research.  You can grow a vegetable garden with a small space or a large... Read more

  Posted on 03 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• What I Wore Halloween Edition

  

  Leaving everything till the last minute is just something that comes naturally to me so this is my last minute gypsy outfit.  When I went to visit my parents, m... Read more

  Posted on 31 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Carving My Very First Pumpkin

  

  I decided to carve my very first pumpkin.  I love Halloween and everything that comes with so, obviously I had to carve a pumpkin.  My experience was…….OMG! Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• What I Wore Wednesday

  

  Leaving things till the last minute? Yes, indeedy doo.  Hey, better late than never.  Tonight….We carve the face off of everyone that’s betrayed us.  Nah, just... Read more

  Posted on 29 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• DIY Halloween Decorations – Mini Graveyard

  

  I know I’m posting Halloween decorations a wee bit late, but better late than never I say.  This is a cute yet creepy decoration that is easy to make and can... Read more

  Posted on 28 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Green Tea Kiwi Smoothie

  

  Green tea is not something that is for everyone.  Some people love the taste some people hate it.  Some people just force it down like its castor oil and some... Read more

  Posted on 28 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• What Do You Mean the Weekend is Over?!

  

  I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend and if you’re celebrating Halloween have an outfit ready.  Its not a big deal if you don’t, you can always go as a ghost. Read more

  Posted on 27 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Garden Update

  

  Happy Friday everyone!The garden is doing better and better each day.  The butter lettuce has been used for sandwiches salads and all sorts of other treats.  Th... Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• Raw Tacos with Marinated Mushroom Meat and Guacamole

  

  This was one of my favourite lunch or just any time recipe.  The marinated mushrooms makes a great taco meat and doesn’t cost a fortune, it also pairs... Read more

  Posted on 23 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• What I Wore Wednesday

  

  When you feel blue, wear blue shoes. Well I’m not blue, but blue shoes do deserve a catch title. Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

• an Instant of Life Captured for Eternity

  

  Happy Tuesday.Its been really hot here and really beautiful.  Everything is going well on my side especially my little vegetable garden that keeps expanding,... Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES, VEGETARIAN & VEGAN