It’s fair to say that most of us love chocolate! But would you reach first for the milk or dark bar? Milk and white chocolate may taste nice but it generally has a higher sugar content and a lower percentage of cocoa than its dark counterparts. The healthiest component of chocolate is the cocoa itself …
It’s been a while since I posted a recipe on my blog, so I thought I’d post something I’ve been making recently. Kimchi fried rice is a popular Korean dish and is otherwise known as Bokkeumbap. My recipe here is inspired by a Bokkeumbap I had in a restaurant a couple of weeks ago. I …
It’s been a while since I treated myself to any new perfume. I have several bottles that I’ve been trying to use up before I buy more, but none of them are my favourites, since I’ve already used up my favourite ones! I was therefore delighted when Dolma Fragrances contacted me to ask if I …
I was delighted when BOXD recently contacted me to ask if I would like to try their plant-based protein shakes. I immediately checked out their website, and I thought, wow, this brand looks amazing! So of course I agreed to try and review their protein shakes. I must start by saying that I am …
Do you often struggle to get sleepy before bedtime? Modern life can be so busy and hectic, and unfortunately, this can have an effect on our sleep. Many people, myself included, find it difficult to wind down from the day and get into a relaxed state ready for bed. This can lead to tossing and …
It’s that time of year where we are all starting our Christmas shopping! Or maybe some of you are super organised and have already finished it? In my case, I have bought a few presents already but I still have a lot more to do. I love looking at gift guides on blogs to get …
I am always looking for ways to boost my health. Mental health is especially important to me because I have been working to overcome anxiety over the past few years. I know that physical and mental health are closely interlinked so I also try to keep my body as healthy as possible which, in turn …
Avocado is such a versatile food. It can be eaten alone, added to salads, mashed onto toast or blended to make guacamole. One of my favourite ways to eat avocado is to mix it with rice, and that is the basis for this simple, yet delicious, recipe. By mixing avocado and brown rice, and adding …
Do you sometimes get a craving for pizza, but you don’t have one in the fridge or freezer? Plus, you are too lazy to make one and you can’t justify the expense of ordering takeaway? I have you covered with this lazy toast pizza recipe that only takes 5 minutes to make! Disclosure: This post …
This is the perfect time of year for snuggling up under a blanket and watching a film with a steaming mug of hot chocolate to warm you from within. Hot chocolate is a perfect way to quench your thirst and satisfy your chocolate cravings at the same time. The ultimate winter drink! Disclosure: This post …
