Gazpacho Soup

Gazpacho Soup

This Andalusian cold tomato soup is ideal for those hot summer days or when you fancy something refreshing. I have omitted bread to make it healthier. Traditionally stale bread was used. There are many variations and some add “secret” family ingredients. I have kept...
Spicy Ginger Shots

Spicy Ginger Shots

Shots, shots, shots.  Just kidding.  No tequila involved in the making of this anti-inflammatory, metabolism boosting drink.  Packed with vitamin C, potassium, phosphorous and gingerols, this shot is great for the morning after too!  It will certainly wake you up.  It...
Pina Colada Smoothie

Pina Colada Smoothie

All the fun without the rum!  Creamy coconut milk, energy boosting banana and pineapple bring joy to your breakfast smoothie.  Just visualise you are sipping on it in the Caribbean.  Feel free to add an umbrella. Serves 2 1 large or 2 small bananas 1/2 pineapple 150ml...
Apple and Mango Smoothie

Apple and Mango Smoothie

Growing up, apples and oranges were a stable fruit source.  Receiving a mango always felt a bit special and exotic.  I still have memories of biting into a peeled mango with the juices running down my chin.  Mango is a great source of fiber and vitamins E and C.  Add...
Raspberry and Lime Smoothie

Raspberry and Lime Smoothie

August brings out the playfulness in me.  I can see this is reflected in my smoothies.  They become lighter, brighter and almost cocktail like!  Raspberries are rich in vitamins, antioxidants and fiber.  The addition of lime juice (reminds me of tequila!), adds a...