I’ve been blessed to meet so many inspiring health babes through my Institute for Integrative Nutrition partnership over the past two years. Desiree Taylor is one such light beam. Certified Holistic Health & Lifestyle Coach, and Founder of Free Yourself Holistic Health, Desiree has an infectious personality and a smile that lights up the […] Read more…
When the lovely people at the Book Publishing Co. kindly offered to send me a copy of the new Sea Shepherd cookbook to review, I couldn’t refuse such a great cause. Members of Sea Shepherd take to the world’s oceans to confront, disrupt, and halt the illegal slaughter of endangered marine wildlife. Sea […] Read more…
You know those special people you come across once in a blue moon who just radiate warmth and sincerity? Vanessa Millar is one of those people. I feel so incredibly blessed that our IIN studies brought us together. She is one of the most beautiful people I’ve ever met. Vanessa’s also a truly inspiring […] Read more…
Claire Baker, in her own words, is a lover of all things nourishing, creative and soulful. Her heart lies in health and wellness and beats for living an energised, passionate life full of self expression, healing, exploration and joy. This is her lifeblood, and she’s incredibly talented at expressing it via her gorgeous website. Claire’s […] Read more…
Zucchini/Courgette noodles (or ribbons) are a delicious, gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta or noodles. They’re brimming with sparkly nutrition and are a cinch to make in just 3 easy steps: Don’t have Flash Player installed? Click HERE to watch in Vimeo. Use your noodle, baby! Give these recipes a whirl: Crazy Delicious Raw Pad Thai Zucchini, Pea […] Read more…
Once upon a time (2 years ago, almost to the day), I found myself toying with the idea of making a raw meal. I’d been daydreaming about it ever since I bought my very first raw ‘cookbook’ about 6 months earlier. The stunning photos in that book and the stories of increased vitality I’d read all over the net […] Read more…
Every year about this time, my gorgeous friend Kristy over at Keepin’ it Kind hosts a delicious cookie swap party! You might remember the healthy Fudge Brownies with Candied Pecans I took along to the party last year: mmmmm, SO GOOD. This year’s cookies are just as healthy and just as delicious! Plus […] Read more…
How great is Thai food? The fresh garlic, ginger, chilli and lime juice… mmmmm… the fresh, crunchy vegetables and fragrant herbs… This Thai Noodle Salad is ready in a jiffy and tastes exactly like daydreams in the sunshine on a tropical island. True story. You can mix it up and use any vegetables you like […] Read more…
Get ready for Eggplant Chana Masala! Where’s the sun? Where is it? I’ve searched high and low but ohhh well, it seems I’ll have to wait a bit longer to feel the sand between my toes and the warm sea breeze… and until then there are always healthy Indian curries (and singing ‘Here comes […] Read more…
Ooh yes, I’ve mentioned before how blessed I am to be in love with a man who can whip up an incredible risotto at a moment’s notice and I figured Vegan Mofo was the perfect time for him to show us what he’s got! Don’t believe the rumours. Risotto is not difficult or scary to […] Read more…
I do believe it was my gorgeous bloggy friend Lisa from The Raw Serenity who first told me about socca pizza crust when she commented on my Blue Moon Mexican Pizza many blue moons ago. I was so excited to read about it on Wiki, who knows why it took me so long to try it, but let’s […] Read more…
I’m not sure why gluten-free toasted muesli is so crazily expensive but when my favourite brand reached $14 a box recently (say whaaaat!), I decided it was time to take matters into my own hands. Turns out it’s so easy and fun (and cheaper and better for the environment) to make your own, you’ll never buy […] Read more…
Oooh it’s been a bit tough at Vegan Sparkles HQ this week. Together with my gorgeous friends Emily from Olive on Blonde, Claire from This is Lifeblood and Tahnee from Eclectori, I’ve agreed to take up the ‘Dry July‘ challenge, which means – yep, you guessed it – no vino or bubbles for 3o days! *gulp* […] Read more…
It’s Friday, WHOOHOO!! We want a little something special to celebrate the start of the weekend, YAY! But we’re too pooped to make it, BOO! Before you reach for that take-away menu full of sodium (bloating!), MSG (headaches) and other nasties (yuck), how about a super fast, super delicious dinner that won’t push your […] Read more…
