saturday plain and simple
October 9, 2010 § Leave a comment
I’m no stranger to the standby college paradigms: the mind-bending stress of midterms and finals, late-night ice cream treats, ctools-submission desperation…
But I think I’m somewhat off the beaten path when it comes to my go-to comfort meal: a bowl of steamed rice and vegetables, accompanied by a piping hot mug of green tea.
Although it may not be typical to crave a dish of leafy greens or sesame-topped basmati rice, these days there’s nothing I wouldn’t do for the well-being of my beloved rice-cooker or vegetable-steamer. And though you might chuckle disbelievingly at my grain and food-apparatus devotion, I attribute my pious adherence to the seemingly plain to the likewise unadorned cooking-style of Japanese cuisine.
According to my Japanese cookbook, “What distinguishes Japanese cooking from other cuisines in the world is its sheer simplicity. It is vital in Japan to appreciate and value the natural taste and texture of fresh produce, and the best way to do this is to cook ingredients gently and simply, for the minimum amount of time feasible.” Okay, so maybe my treasured rice-and-broccoli lunch menu errs a little too much on the simple side (this is college after all, everyone’s got a budget), but the ease of preparation, vibrant flavors and colors, and wholesome goodness of such a basic meal is an invaluable part of my mental and physical health. I’ve never more believed in the importance of eating a balanced, nutritious diet since adopting the Japanese philosophy of eating: smaller portions, more colors, variegated cooking methods per meal, and simplifying the basic preparation of foods to bring out their intrinsic, vibrant flavors.
Eating culture is a wonderful thing to pick-and-choose from, and for me, I’ve come to love my delicate ceramic rice bowls, my hardworking six-cup rice cooker, and my collection of chopsticks big, small, and in between. By mimicking a basic, daily practice I bring myself closer to more fully understanding and appreciating the Japanese way of life. Combined with my dedicated language study, I feel uniquely connected to a culture I love and admire even by so simple an action as eating a meal.


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The Archie's Tradition
Tradition, like steak or a fine wine, gets better with age. Currently In the third generation of ownership, Archie’s Waeside has gained a reputation for quality service of exceptional steaks, seafood, and wine.
Established in 1949 by the late Archie Jackson, Archie’s has been a family tradition for over 60 years. Having escaped from Russia during the Bolshevik Revolution, Jackson spent time learning the art of cutting and dry-ageing beef in packing houses in Sioux City in the 1930’s and Los Angeles in the 1940’s.The techniques he learned were used to create a distinctive flavor of Steak that he featured on the original menu at Archie’s which consisted of a sirloin steak, pan fried chicken, deep fried shrimp, and chicken livers and gizzards. Aided by his daughter Valerie Rand, Archie’s business grew and underwent building expansions in 1957 and 1963 to increase the size of the kitchen, coolers, and dining area.
After Archie’s death, the tradition was handed to Val who continued to expand the business, building the current bar and lounge area in 1977, as well as further expanding the menu. Val also instilled the family tradition in her children, showing her five children the techniques of the restaurant from a young age. By carefully teaching the family tradition, Val was able to ensure her children would carry on the business with pride. Her youngest child, Robert Rand, is the current owner and president of Archie’s, taking over the reigns of the family business in 1995 at the time of his mother’s retirement.
Aided by his sister Lorrie Luense, Bob has continued to watch the business and tradition grow, including the addition of a large and diverse wine selection. Today Archie's menu contains over 12 different cuts of dry-aged beef, including USDA certified PRIME angus, as well as a large selection of fresh seafood. Bob has cultivated numerous relationships with vintners in Napa Valley and currently sells their own unique Archie's vintages of wine produced in Napa Valley. The success of the family business started by Archie Jackson in 1949 is due in large part to the traditions that have been conserved and passed down from generation to generation.
In 2015, Archie's received the prestigious American Classic Award from the James Beard Foundation, in recognition of their timeless appeal and deeply satisfying food. Archie's was also named to the Final Four in best steakhouses in American by Rachel Ray in 2009 and featured on NPR's Splendid Table, as well as receiving national recognition from numerous other publications and websites.
This family tradition is limited not only to Bob Rand, his wife Dana, and their family, but more importantly to the numerous families who have made dining at Archie’s a tradition of their own.


Founded in 2001, Volcano Tea House launched its California flagship store located in West Los Angeles and followed quickly with several other locations all around Southern California. After a few years, in 2006, Volcano Tea House reorganized operations in order to allow the main West Los Angeles store to reemerge as an eminent location for Boba Milk Tea and other related drinks with the other locations following suit. Since then, we continue to strive to produce superior products, fast and friendly service, and provide a relaxing environment for our patrons. The main store is also a local community advocate, helping when we can to make contributions to numerous local service and cultural organizations.
The Boba Milk Tea drink and other related products continue to remain popular choices among our customers. However, the main store’s menu extends beyond beverages. We also serve Taiwanese -style Shaved Ice (topped with our specially selected brown sugar) and specialty snacks such as spicy fried chicken, fried squid balls, and lamb skewers. Moreover, we also carry products such as Ai-Yu (commonly referred to as Lemon Jelly, though it is made from a fruit belonging to the fig family and made almost exclusively in Taiwan), and Grass Jelly (made from the extracts of a plant found in the mint family). Over time, while many come for our drinks, we have found that these items have become popular attractors as well. It is through our products that we also hope to bring forth a bit of Taiwanese food culture.


How much sugar is in your drink?
Jerico B. Gutierrez, MD, FPCP, DPSEDM and Hannah Urbanozo-Corpuz, MD, FPCP, FPSEDM
That Mary Poppins song never gets old: “Just a spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down…”. But do we really know how much sugar is ALREADY IN the usual drinks we consume from our sari-sari or convenience stores? Here’s a quick guide for you.
References: Product nutrition labels. (Click Image to view Full Size)


Saturday, July 9, 2011
New Exercise Philosophy Part 1
I recently discovered and AWESOME app that goes along with eating healthy. It is called my fitness pal, and it is basically a calorie counter. You put in your age, weight, activity level, ideal weight, and how fast you would like to lose the weight, and it tells you how many calories you can eat each day. It even gives you more calories to eat on the days you exercise. The amazing part is the database on this app. You can scan in the bar code of whatever you are eating and the put in your servings. You can do a search on that food and it has probably every brand out there - kroger, western family, you name it. It even had our local salsa company in its database. It also has homemade versions for calories and you can put in a recipe of something you eat a lot of, and it will tell you how many calories a serving is (I did it will my homemade granola). I took Katelyn to IHOP one day and it even had my IHOP strawberry danish crepes in the database. WOW!!!
I lost 2 lbs the first week, and that was more than my goal! It is all about portion control and it really helped me realize how many calories are in the junk food I eat. (Clark happened to make a huge pan of Texas sheet cake and this little app helped me have the will power to resist even that at 450 calories per 4" square). I realized I could eat a tiny piece of cake and be hungry later, or I could eat lots and lots of fruits and vegetables and feel great. I am not still trying to lose weight, but I love this just to maintain and be aware of what I am eating.


If you are looking for the very best charcoal grills under 200 dollar on the market, then this is the guide that you need. When it comes to cooking, any type of season is an ideal period to dish out delicious sampling, smoky flavorful, as well as juicy distinctive meat.
From grilling crab legs to T-bone steaks, corn and also carrots, or fresh fish, grilling has actually transformed the means lots of family members consume in the summer. Providing the oven and cooktop a rest, a good grill can produce adequate meat to feed an event greater than 10 in a single cookout throughout the summertime.
On the other hand, cooking is perfect for tenderizing steaks in the cooling months. For most of us, seeking to purchase a solid offering grill, the inquiry on choosing the best charcoal grill easily turns up.
Grilling pros have their favorites for various factors, however they have an overall favorite amongst the very best and also competing brand names on the market.
With numerous grills in the market (where a lot of them are crap), discovering the ideal one to acquire is certainly a large headache. This is why we have produced this charcoal grill buying overview to aid you discover the best one to enjoy the best meat delicacies.
Top 5 Charcoal Grills Under 200 in 2022
Undeniably, the One touch gold is the very best charcoal grills under 200. Smoked food is taken into consideration a much healthier option to cooking with oil. It is also a faster alternate to other forms of cooking.
The Weber 741001 22-Inch One-Touch Gold Charcoal Grill, Black is made from porcelain-enameled steel. This material is a trademark of all Weber grills rates as one of the most effective charcoal grills in the sector. The size of the food preparation surface is 22-1/2 inches in size.
To assist in convenience, the nickel layered grate has two hinged side openings; through it, it is easy to place in a lot more charcoal safely.
For simple cleansing of the grill, there is the one touch cleansing and also venting system. This system is a collection of blades that looks the ash out of the kettle, into the ash catcher. This arrangement aims to lower the amount of time it takes to cleanse the grill.
A 31 web page booklet with use instructions and also recipes is provided to obtain the user started. The Weber 741001 features a 10 year guarantee.
With a much similar look like the Char-Griller outlaw, this is yet one more leading carrying out charcoal grill that you make certain to like.
The Char-Griller Patio Area Pro Design Grill has 250 square inches of food preparation surface with a cast iron layered cooking grate as well as a big drawer to save your tools and also cooking supplies.
This Char-griller design has a double steel base which keeps in the heat to prevent burnout as well as a side cabinet coal and ash accessibility for simple cleaning. This charcoal barbecue was developed with an included fire grate. That holds coals off the bottom for also warm circulation and two side air vents to manage the warm.
Lots of believe that this patio grill with its cast iron grates will no question last a lifetime and past. It is an outstanding excellent quality strong compact grill that will certainly execute faster and also much easier than any type of gas grill on the market.
There’s one facet that the majority of customers appear to agree upon and that is the setting up instructions are not clear or very easy to adhere to. But by all accounts, everybody appears to believe that despite the complicated instructions, when you figure it out and also get it together, you won’t be sorry. It’s simply that amazing of a grill.
2nd in our listing of the best charcoal grills under 200 is the Char-Griller 2137. Charcoal grill are most preferred on the market compared to barbecue grill since they are more affordable and also portable.
The criminal grill provides cooking area over 1000 square inches. It appropriates to feed a big family. You can barbecue large pieces of meat on the grill. The grates are made from cast iron which will certainly give great flavor on the meat.
The grates distribute warmth uniformly and this will certainly keep the flavor in good condition. You can manage the warmth with flexible fire grate. The dump ash frying pan is attended to very easy cleansing of the frying pan.
The Char-Griller is a barrel style charcoal grill. It is available for inexpensive cost. The prefect created rectangular shapes of barrel design box grill permit excellent food preparation surface area. It is really excellent contrasted to Weber kettle type. It is likewise much easier to control coal for indirect food preparation. The grill has an integrated warmth scale, an impermeable flanged hood and also 3 racks.
It meets the need of big events and suitable for camping with friends and family. The crucial feature to note is that it takes longer time to warm up as well as cool off. Therefore it is not suitable for tiny sized cooking products. It is flawlessly made to provide for large crowd. Really useful charcoal grill if you want the flavor and amount, it is the perfect choice.
The Smoke Hollow 4-in-1 is a popular combo grill that is an excellent option for a thrilling exterior barbecuing and also food preparation experience. It evaluates 218 extra pounds with measurements of 82 X 23 X 54 inches. Being 4-in-1 means that you can comfortably use it as a fluid lp gas grill, charcoal grill, cigarette smoker as well as an infrared searing heater. All these units guarantee that you get an excellent barbeque equally as everyone wants it to be.
The grill includes much heavier porcelain-coated actors iron food preparation grids for the infrared side sear heater, barbecue grill, charcoal grill as well as warming rack in order to get the ideal grill for different types of food. It has 860 square inches of cooking location which is convenient for a lot of barbecuing and four securing caster for portability.
The barbecue grill includes flare guards, removable grease trays and also heating rack while the charcoal grill includes height flexible grates, flexible air damper and also built-in temperature level scale.
The only interest in the smoke Hollow 4-in-1 LP Gas Charcoal Smoker Scorching BARBEQUE Grill Model PS9900 is safeguarding. It against weather condition components which can make it to peel off and rust conveniently.
In all honesty, this is an efficient and functional grill. That measures up to its guarantee of being the best grill for outdoor cooking and barbecuing. Its dimension is such that it does not take a great deal of space yet executes many functions simultaneously. It is as a result a desire crossbreed grill for any kind of cooking fanatic.
The Char-Broil Charcoal Gas Crossbreed is yet another exceptional combination grill from char-broil. With measurements of 33.5 x 30.5 x 20 inches and evaluates 87pounds. This grill uses just enough grilling location for most individuals.
It utilizes 3 burner gas grill with 30,000 BTUs that also stirs up the charcoal element hence no requirement to make use of light liquids. It have a 12,000 BTU side burner which can be utilized to cook other meals.
This grill has a temperature level gauge to enable you check exactly how your meals are cooking obtaining them charred. With the two wheels you can barbecue your meals throughout your home or lawn without.
The grill makes use of digital ignition as well as boasts having an excellent durable layout which is available in a beautiful black finish. The grill has functions a fire box and a detachable ash tray and a swig-a-way warming rack. It has a total food preparation location of 545 square inches with 370 square inches being main.
Otherwise, it is a grill that you’ll be proud to have in you yard. It’s got whatever that you require in a charcoal/gas crossbreed grill as well as you surely wont regret. From the burners to cooking grates, temperature level scale to ash tray and so forth.
It also has an excellent performance and solid building as well as truthfully. It deserves every dime invested. That why it appreciates an outstanding customer complete satisfaction (based upon reviews on significant electrical outlets).
After read my reviews, did you choose the Charcoal Grills under 200 for your needs?


Toward a healthier community...
At Muscle Fuel, we believe our customers deserve fresh healthy food which is full of flavor, while supporting your health and nutrition goals. We worked with a licensed nutritionist to ensure that the nutritional details are available for each dish and that meals are balanced and calorie controlled. We u\se fresh and wholesome ingredients to provide you with food that will maintain your energy levels. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase muscle mass or simply to maintain your diet, we offer several different options for monthly meal plans depending on your personal goals. Please refer to our guide for more information on calculating the amount of calories you need based on your personal details.
Every Tuesday, we provide you with the meal schedule for the coming week.
You can choose your personalized options from the following lists, based on your meal plan type.
New items are added each week to ensure that your plan is sustainable and enjoyable.
• We offer tailored monthly meal plans which include customized protein and carb based meals as per your specifications
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This has been a question weighing on my mind lately. In our home eat predominantly organic food for reasons too numerous to mention. But my fanaticism about organic food has to be balanced with what’s good for the planet, as well as our bodies.
There are four pillars to sustainability. Organic food clearly meets the first: environmental. It is pesticide free and is grown without the use of chemicals and Genetically Modified Organisms or GMOs. That’s good on a number of levels. The food is neither sprayed — nor is it managed — with anything that is not organic. No non-organic fertilizers, no animal byproduct feeds, etc. If none of that goes into the food, none of it gets into us.
Since the middle of the 20th century, our food has been “scientifically managed”. We get “perfect” vegetables and fruits, fat chickens and nice red beef. The vegetables and fruits may be grown in shorter times, having less time to absorb nutrients, the fruits sprayed to appear beautiful. The chickens are fed hormones to grow more quickly (and push our children into puberty before their tenth birthdays), and the beef is fattened in packed feedlots where animals live in their own waste. So, organic is good. But there are some other sides to the argument.
Do we buy organic at the price of the other three pillars of sustainability? What if our organic fruit comes from Chile? It meets all the organic criteria, but…it is shipped over thousands of miles. That’s a big carbon footprint (environmental). It also supports Chileans, God love ’em, but not our own economy (economic). It numbs us to our own ability to grow and manage our food sources (social and cultural). That loss of tax base erodes our elected governments’ abilities to fund: social services, schools, the arts, infrastructure, etc.
Enter the local food argument. Growing food locally limits the fossil fuel issue. It supports our own farmers and our own tax base. Lake Country Harvest (full disclosure: it’s my little sister, Paula’s company), dries cherries and produce from the Okanagan. It is often the “cull” produce that would otherwise simply be composted. It makes fabulous food that withstands time and bursts with flavour. Paula’s nascent little company increases the yield for Okanagan farmers, preserves seasonal food and is local food.
She’ll source organic when she can, but the bigger issue for her is limiting waste in our own back yard and preserving the best of our provinces harvest. It’s something to think about. And I’m doing that.


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The crabs you prepared for us on Friday were great as usual. My wife and I have been buying your crabs since you opened in 1998. We had been looking for a replacement for our supply of crabs ever since the old standby sold his business. We can tell that the both of you are proud of your business and are sincerely concerned with the quality of what you prepare. A rare thing in the service industry.
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Healthy Crown Diet
Why is a healthy crown diet important?
Your hair cells are the second fastest-growing cells in your body (second only to intestinal cells). To add to this, you have roughly 120,000 hairs on your scalp, all of which need nourishment in order to grow. But because hair is not a vital organ or tissue, your body will never prioritise its nutritional needs. So, due to hair’s expendable nature, a nutritional imbalance will often show up first in the form of hair loss.
Both deficiencies, as well as excesses, of certain things in your diet can result in hair loss. For example, we often see hair loss caused by iron and ferritin (stored iron) deficiency. We have also seen hair loss resulting from an overload of vitamin A (found in oily fish, liver, cheese etc).
What foods Contribute to a Healthy Crown?
What many people have been led to believe is a ‘healthy diet’ often does not include all of the elements needed for optimum hair growth and hair health. These include diets that consist mainly of fruits, vegetables and salads, with only minimal amounts of protein and calories; or, on the other end of the spectrum, diets that are high in protein and fat, with few or no carbohydrates. Your hair cells, as well as the cells throughout your body, need a balance of proteins, complex carbohydrates, iron, vitamins and minerals to function at their best.
For breakfast and lunch, we suggest including at least a palm-sized portion of any protein (fish, chicken, lean meat, eggs, quinoa, nuts, pulses) with a portion of complex carbohydrates (whole wheat toast, skin-on potatoes, oats, barley, brown rice, pasta).
Nutritional Must Do's for your Crown
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for your body — and your hair. Energy to form hair cells is lowest first thing in the morning (or whenever you wake up!). Eat a balanced and nutritious breakfast of proteins and complex carbohydrates to give your hair a nutritional boost.
Drink approximately 1.5-2 litres of water a day depending on your activity level and climate. Your scalp, just like your skin, can become dehydrated, making for a poor growing environment.
The energy to form hair cells drops four hours after you eat a meal. To sustain energy levels to your follicles, snack between meals on a complex carbohydrate, such as fruit, vegetables, wholemeal bread or wholemeal crackers.
EAT ENOUGH PROTEIN
Your hair is composed primarily of protein, so including adequate amounts in your diet is vital to hair growth. We suggest eating a portion of high-protein food with breakfast and lunch (for example, fish, chicken, lean meat, eggs, beans, quinoa, tofu, seitan, legumes, nuts).
CONSUME ADEQUATE IRON
Ferritin (stored iron) levels are extremely important for hair growth. If your diet allows it, try to eat lean red meat at least twice a week, (Queens) especially if you are menstruating. Otherwise, try adding an iron nutritional supplement to your diet.
CRUSH ON VITAMIN C
Iron can only be absorbed effectively if you are ingesting it alongside vitamin C. Drink a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, or eat one of your favourite fruits / vegetables to help with iron uptake.
ADD MILK TO YOUR TEA
Research has shown that drinking black tea can increase the likelihood of anaemia. This is because, without milk, the tannins in tea are left free to bind with iron in your body, and can therefore deplete your iron stores. The solution: add a splash of skimmed or semi-skimmed milk.
BE WARY OF DAIRY
Dairy products are a great source of calcium. However, if you are prone to dandruff, eczema or psoriasis, dairy can exacerbate or trigger the condition. Try limiting your cheese and whole milk consumption.
EAT A VARIED DIET
Try not to choose the same meals or foods every day. Eating a varied diet will help ensure you are getting a wide-range of essential vitamins and minerals.
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Turn it up! – Spotify
For you Christmas music lovers – Listen to Spotify channel – Christmas Jazz at the Coffee Shop – Lush, warm, cosy – No singing and No Slade. Some of you might call it Muzak – fit for only department stores – but Sparkle dares you to give tunes and jazz a chance. Also recommend Christmas Jazz – perfect for entertaining, sitting and chilling, wrapping presents.
Happy Planet Christmas
Reducing waste at Christmas
From next year John Lewis and Waitrose are removing the plastic toys from their crackers. Aldi will be selling re-usable bags for fruit and veg starting the end of this month in the North of England, Midlands and Scotland – at 25p each and made from recycled plastic bottles. If the initiative is successful it could be rolled out to Aldi’s 840 stores. The supermarket says that if introduced nationally, the initiative will remove the equivalent of 113 tonnes of single-use plastic from circulation each year.
Of course, shoppers who don’t want to pay for the new bag or use a free plastic bag can instead bring their own bags or Tupperware containers for free. The supermarket adds that it is on track to have all own-label packaging recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2022.
Guide to the Best Mince Pies
Good Housekeeping have just revealed the Best Mince Pies Tasting Test for 2019.
The winner scoring 90/100 was ” Baking Agent Mini Mince Pies “. Rich Buttery pastry with a delicious vanilla flavour. Bite sized and bake at home – ooo yes please. Ocado £3.79 for 12.
Runner up is a Costa Coffee All Butter Mince Pie 82/100 £2.10 each.
Third in the contest Morrisons – The Best all Butter Mince Pies 80/100. Star topped snowy lids reveal a packed filling of fruits with ginger and cinnamon, the orange and lemon peel add a perfect citric punch. £2 for 6.
Aldi Specially Selected Mince Pies came in a number 4 with 78/100. A snowflake topped pie with a dusting of icing sugar. Spiced with cinnamon, orange peel and plump sweet vine fruit giving a lovely rounded flavour. Taters liked the biscuity tasting pastry. £1.35 for 6.
M&S Collection Mince Pies were 5th 77/100. Lured in by the splash of brandy, deliciously zesty with boozy notes and sweetness from the juicy vine fruit. Tasters said that it lacked the festive spiced taste though. £1.35 for 6.
Another supermarket came in at 6. Asda Extra Special Luxury Mince Pies 73/100. Juicy vine fruit in a thick jammy sauce filled the golden pastry. Pastry soft and light with a delicious shortbread taste. Again, not enough festive spice for the tasters to score more points.
Other contenders were:
- Asda Extra Special Sloe Gin Mince Pies 69/100. £2 for 6.
- Lidl Luxury Mince Pies 65/100 £1.79 for 6
- Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference All Butter Mince Pies 61/100. £2 for 6.
- Bettys Classic Traditional Mince Pies 59/100 £10 for 6. It’s sad that a baker of this history isn’t cutting it against other retailers.
Out of the 17 tested
3rd place scoring 79/100. Lidl British Free-Range Bronze Turkey Crown with Pork, chestnut, onion and thyme stuffing and dry cured oak smoked bacon lattice. One criticism – some found the sweetness from the honey roasted chestnuts a little too prominent. £16.99 for 2.72 kg.
2nd place with 79/100. Asda Stuffed Turkey Crown Roast in a bag – Yes – a bag to help keep that oven clean . Easy to carve with delicious notes and sage and onion. Stuffed with quality pork. One minus – the skin didn’t crisp up enough despite opening the bag towards the end of cooking. £13 for 1.75kg.
1st place scoring 84/100. M&S Turkey Breast Crown with pork, sage and onion stuffing. Described as a gloriously golden bird wrapped in bacon and well-filled with the stuffing. Tasters loved the crisp crunch of the bacon and the smoky-sweet flavour it added. Seasoned with sage, parsley and black pepper elevated and balanced the flavour making it herby and gamey. £30.60 – £39.10 for 1.8-2.3kg.
Or even better how about visiting your local butchers for a fresh one and the trimmings – Tilly’s butchers source fresh turkeys from Manley, Cheshire, and they will be around £10.90 per kilo.
English cheeses pleases – But Welsh ones are better …
Black Bomber voted Best British Cheese for a Fourth Time. Rich, smooth flavour with a creamy texture. Tastes splendid squished into a stick of celery. Amongst others in the range are:
Red Devil (chilli and crushed pepper) – perfect for melting over nachos,
Amber Mist – mature cheddar with Whiskey (Royal Welsh Show Bronze medal winner,
Natures Nectar – Rum marinated Figs and honey,
And for Christmas – Bouncing Berry (silver at the Nantwich International Cheese Awards)- what better than a burst of real cranberries. Light, creamy and fruity.
…is the traditional day to make your Christmas Puddings and Christmas cakes and this year it was 24th November.
If you’ve not heard of Stir-up Sunday, it is a tradition that goes back to the Victorian times when the family would gather together to each stir the Christmas pudding – while making a wish.
Joint winners 79/100. Iceland 12-month matured Christmas Pudding.
Iceland 12-month matured Christmas Pudding. Shot through with warming alcohol and heady Christmas spices, almond and pecans add crunch. Deliciously jammy vine fruit and plump glace cherries mixed with citrus peel – £4 (400g).
Lidl 24-month matured Christmas Pudding. Generously laced with cider, cognac AND brandy soaked glace cherries! A light and balanced in flavour pud. Savoury treacle undertones, lots of vine fruit and a crunch from nuts. £11.99 (907g).
Joint runner up 77/100. Harvey Nichols Christmas Pudding. Rich, almost chocolatey flavour with plenty of vine fruit and citrus peel. Crunchy whole nuts add texture to this sticky but light pudding. £9.50 (454g).
Ellie Elf – at least Harvey Nics came a respectable 2nd-ish.
Booths Brandy, Port and Walnut Christmas Pudding. Described as a cross between Christmas pudding and a cake. Gently spiced with juicy fruit including apricots, with the taste of marzipan and citrus. Chewy fruit and crunchy walnuts added interest. £11.95 (908g).
A vegetarian option at Figgy’s (they do however contain nuts and alcohol). Handmade in Devon by husband and wife team Richie and Jo Evans. They won the Gold in the Taste of the West Awards this year and a Gold in the Great Taste Awards, which they liken to an Oscar of the food world. The puddings are recommended by food writers and chefs, including James Martin, Xanthe Clay, Rose Prince and Tom Parker Bowles. Prices range from £12.95 (350g) £17.95 (550g) £24.95 (950g) and just £1.95 postage for any number of puddings UK mainland. Check their page for other postage rates.
I think that the small puds would make lovely gifts. Oh – they are all wrapped in cotton pudding cloth and in Mason Cash ceramic bowls too – definitely a plus.
Booths have Lilly’s Vegan Christmas Pudding. Described as finest vine fruits, apple, apricot and ginger blended with vegan and gluten-free ale and brandy. There are nuts in this recipe though. £6 for 2 people.
All the big supermarkets are doing alcohol free puds and Tesco have a nut and alcohol free pud, £2.00 for 400g (2 for £3 offer at the moment) – have a look round or use https://www.mysupermarket.co.uk to check on stock of all the big supermarkets and get the best offers on things you buy and see what’s on offer too.
Here is a simple guide to lighting your Christmas Pudding.
Make sure you choose a plate with a little depth and a good-sized rim and plonk your pud in the middle. It is important to get the brandy/rum/whiskey really hot as this will make the flame bigger. Pour 2 -3 tablespoons into a long-handled metal ladle and heat over a gas flame for 20 seconds (or heat in a little pan then transfer into the ladle). If using gas gently tilt the ladle over the gas flame to light the spirit – or, and I think more safely – use a match – you’ll need someone to help. Immediately pour it over the pud – wait for the flames to go out – then tuck in.
Follow these tips for the best glazed carrots
- Use a sauté pan that’s large enough to hold the carrots in a single layer—a straight-sided 10-to 12-inch sauté pan works well. This is important so the carrots cook quickly and at the same rate.
- If you’re cooking for more than six people, use two pans or cook the carrots in batches, reheating the earlier batches just before serving.
- You can use a cooking liquid other than water, such as vegetable or chicken stock, but I tend to choose water because it lets the carrots’ own flavour come through. Enough liquid to just cover the carrots.
- Cover the pan with the lid slightly askew once the liquid comes to a boil. This lets some steam escape so that ideally the carrots will be cooked by the time most of the water has evaporated.
- Cook the carrots until the tip of a paring knife enters the carrots easily but still with the barest touch of resistance. I like my glazed carrots tender with a hint of bite.
- When the carrots are done, remove the lid and boil the remaining liquid until it evaporates and forms a syrup. Shake the pan to roll the pieces around and evenly coat them in the glaze. You can serve the carrots just like this, or you can top them with a sprinkling of chopped fresh herbs.
Let’s Bake a Vegan Christmas Cake
Vegan Christmas cake – a rich, moist and boozy vegan fruit cake that is perfect for the festive season. Eat right away or make in advance and feed as often as you like with rum or brandy – stopping a week before you marzipan/ice the cake.
This recipe by the Domestic Gothess. Find the link to her page and the recipe here:
Handmade White Christmas Cake (600g)
A festive round handmade Christmas cake made from the finest roast hazelnuts, almonds, orange and amaretto. Topped with a beautiful layer of white chocolate and almond paste. Made by a certified green producer, this handmade chocolate cake does not only taste phenomenal, but is sustainably made in a local setting. A lovely looking alternative Christmas cake. £12.50
Just like the traditional panettone – made with passion and plant sustainably sourced plant-based ingredients only. Classic and chocolate available. Sourdough starter aired 3 times a day and the dough rises 4 times over 72 hours. Hand-made Vegan, No Palm Oil.
Ultimate Vegan Christmas Roast Wellington
A Vegan Christmas Roast Wellington, described as having a ‘meaty’ texture packed with Christmassy flavours. 6/10 on the difficulty scale. Serves 6/8. Not gluten free.
This chef has some amazing food – have a wander round the website.
Marks and Spencer doing a similar vegan product.
Plant Kitchen Festive Roast
Described as a blend of mushrooms and soya with a cranberry and chestnut stuffing garnished with a whole bay leaf (no half measures from Your M&S) and comes with a sachet of vegetable gravy and 12 vegan cocktail sausages with mushroom, soya, caramelised onion and herbs.
Looking at the recipe above – you could wrap the pastry round this one too – brushing on the cranberry first – Yes! Serves 4. £12, Product code 29022410. The nutrition details are available on-line. Not suitable for milk and egg allergy.
Best Roast Spuds
Maris Piper / King Edwards /Desiree.
A collection of ideas from some of the best in the know…
Michel Roux Jnr: Oven 200 – heat oil Peel and halve potatoes. Put them in a pan of cold water with plenty of salt. Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer quickly 8-10mins. Drain in colander for a few minutes before shaking to ‘bruise’ the outsides – (put them back into the pan to do this and put the lid on to shake says St Delia Smith). Tip spuds into the hot oil – return to the oven – do not shake. After 10mins, turn and cook for another 30-45mins turning every 20mins or so until golden. Drain on kitchen paper and season with flaky sea salt. Delia says if the spuds are ready before you are – leave the potatoes in the oven and turn it off. BBC Good Food suggests once fluffing up the outside of the potatoes in the colander sprinkle with 2 teaspoons of flour and shake gently until they are evenly and thinly coated – transfer them carefully to the roasting pan and roast in a single layer. Nigella shakes the par-boiled potatoes in a little semolina for added crunch. Choose your favourite!
Here’s an idea – how about hasselback potatoes instead – they look amazing.
A showstopping cross between a roast potato and a fried one, both comfortingly fluffy and satisfyingly crunchy.
From Chef Arron @ The Grosvenor Chester.
First up is you don’t need to peel them – bonus.
Oven 180 degrees, place a kebab stick through the centre of your potato. Make cuts 5mm apart (stopping at the kebab stick). Take out the stick. Rinse the spuds under cold water to take some of the starch out – running water better than a bowl. Blanch 3-4 mins in boiling water. Drain and brush outer surface and slices with olive oil and sprinkle with Maldon salt. Bake in the oven for 30-40mins.
Something to drink first
First up is news on the newly released and eagerly anticipated Marks and Spencer Christmas range which is packed with indulgent flavours, innovative ideas and eye-catching decoration.
First pick is Clementine Gin Liqueur Snow Globe £15
Taken to a new level with the addition of 23 carat gold leaf which swirls in a snow globe effect when the bottle is tilted.
Sure to add magic and sparkle to any cocktail. Isn’t this just a delightful picture!
More Clementines in a drink – Coca-Cola is launching a festive edition – Clementine Diet Coke. Available in Tesco, Asda and Morrisons from mid-October.
Bubbles Bubbles Bubbles – Prosecco
Want to know the results of the top picks this Christmas?
Winner: Morrisons Prosecco Superiore DOCG 89/100. Blend of apple and citrus (grapefruit). Light and refreshing fizz with loads of bubbles. £10.
Runner up: Harvey Nichols Valdobbiadene 83/10. Hints of red on the nose, a citrusy flavour and a lightly sparkling texture. £16.
Next: Tarvisium Prosecco from Laithwaites. Citrus and pear flavours but the bubbles … didn’t last long… £12
Amongst the others tasted:
- Tesco Finest Valdobbiadene DOCG 70/100 £10
- M&S Colle del Principe DOCG 70/100 £12
- Aldi Organic Extra Dry 66/100 £7.99
- Lidl Allini Prosecco Spumante 66/100 £7.99
Always have a bottle of either Crème de Cassis or Crème de Mure in the house – add a spot to any white wine – bubbly or not – and Boom there you have a beautiful Kir. Use the cheapest white for your Kir – the liqueur is so strong that any expensive delicate flavour will be lost. Head over to atipsygiraffe.com for a Crème de Mure recipe.
Gin Gin Gin Gin Talkin’
Spiced Orange and Cinnamon G&T
- 50ml Gin
- 125ml tonic
- Fresh orange slices (plus peel to garnish)
- Fresh ground nutmeg
- Cinnamon stick
Put it together: Pour gin and tonic into a glass over plenty of ice, Then add a few orange slices, a little sprinkling of ground nutmeg (optional) and garnish with a cinnamon stick. (Don’t use ground cinnamon!).
Described as tasting more Christmassy than that first warming mulled wine of the season. This mulled wine gin liqueur combines spicy cinnamon and cloves with vanilla, clementine (yep those tangeriney/orangey/satsuma thingies – well I was asked the other day…), and a drop of juniper. Suggestion here is to serve with your favourite tonic or add a cheeky splash to your mulled wine – £25.99 50cl (20% proof).
From the same company: Mayo infused with gin – real gin. Squirt it over everything in sight the blurb reads. 2% proof and suitable for vegetarians. £5.99.
And finally, from this company – and there are so many gin related quirky things, Cranberry sauce infused with orange and a splash of vodka – smother your Turkey Lurky and piggies in blankets with this…£9.99.
Watermelon Gin from Two Birds with Fever-Tree Cucumber Tonic.
Peaky Blinder Spiced Gin
A full-bodied gin named after the Peaky Blinders – I know a few who might like this one but beware whoever buys it may keep it themselves. Described: Nose: Ripe orange, oak-y cassia and perhaps a hint of coffee bean Palate: Ginger and black pepper and fresh citrus. Finish: Oily juniper and a hint of eucalyptus. £21.39.
Dancing Sands distillery in New Zealand has gone and created Wasabi Gin! Local Golden Bay wasabi root is used alongside kelp, orange, horopito (a native peppery herb) and other botanicals. It’s bottled at 58% ABV, rather than the traditionally used term ‘navy strength’, Dancing Sands would prefer you used ‘wasabi strength’. £43.95
Asda have launched three new festive gins after the successful Gingerbread Gin last year.
There’s Mince Pie Gin Liqueur (£10) which Asda experts suggest pairing with Extra Special Clementine tonic.
Toasted Marshmallow Gin Liqueur (£10) – pair that with some prosecco for a fizzy festive drink.
And third is the winter Extra Special Spiced Gin with Cranberry and Clementine – triple distilled and comes in at £18 a bottle.
Make your Gin and Tonic how you like it – add fresh cranberries and some sticks of rosemary – Rosemary is fabulous in a G&T, and finally – twirl and sip
- 70cl Gin
- 200g Fresh raspberries
- 100g caster sugar
Combine the raspberries, gin and sugar in an airtight jar, close and shake well. Store in a cool, dark place for two weeks. Strain using a sieve or muslin cloth.
More ideas from BBC Good Food
For a raspberry and lemon gin, add the stripped peel of 1 unwaxed lemon to the gin before steeping. For a raspberry and vanilla gin, add a stripped half vanilla pod to the gin. For a raspberry Bakewell gin, add a few drops of almond extract to the finished infusion. You can swap the gin for vodka and make raspberry vodka. The gin will keep its vibrant pink colour for a few months and will be drinkable for a year.
Idea – use the boozy raspberries in a trifle.
When buying your wines for Christmas – look out for organic and vegan wines for the most sustainable options.
Waitrose says: Winemakers use substances called fining agents, which clarify the wine by attracting all the tiny suspended particles left after the winemaking process. The traditional fining agents are gelatin, egg white, a milk protein called casein and isinglass derived from fish – all of which vegans avoid. Vegan wines are made without animal products, so winemakers either leave the particles to sink naturally to the bottom of the wine, or use non-animal fining products usually bentonite, a form of clay or pea protein.’ Just look for the wording on the label – all the supermarkets are selling vegan/vegetarian wines – too many to list It’s time we all spent a little more time reading labels – remember to take your glasses oh boys and girls of a certain age… Marks and Spencer have announced a commitment to make all of its own-label wines vegan by 2022 – currently 70 per cent is vegan friendly. Lidl (£11.49) and Sainsburys (£21) sell vegan champagnes.


Chef Tom Kitchin will continue to host Exclusive Tour De France Wine Dinners at Southside Scran until the end of the year following on from the previous success.
Taking you on a journey through the food & wine regions of France starting with the beautiful area of the Loire Valley, guests are set to enjoy an evening featuring a special menu created by Chef Tom Kitchin presented with matching regional wines from Richard Bouglet of L'art du Vin.
Together the duo will host and describe the food and wine pairings throughout the evening.
Each event will be dedicated to a specific region of France and feature culinary delights from the area as well as matching wines to accompany the food.
The Exclusive evenings are promised to be a highlight in the culinary diary for any foodie and wine lover, thanks to a sincere passion and love of France, its cuisine, outstanding wine and terroir.
The events are priced at £95 per person including a special 5-course meal with matching wine. Welcome drinks & canapés at 7pm followed by Dinner 7.30pm. Kindly note that spaces are limited and subject to availability. Not available in conjunction with other offers.
Wednesday 27th November – Alsace


Caramel Ice~Whipped Cream Cupcake
1) Whipped Cream Cupcake
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups cake flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
In a bowl whisk together the cake flour, salt and baking powder. Set aside.
In the bowl of an electric mixer beat the whipped cream until stiff peaks form [Jangan sampai jadi butter] Add the eggs one at a time until incorporated.
Add the sugar and the vanilla.
Carefully add the flour mixture until combined.
Spoon batter into the cup of the cakes, filling the cups up halfway. Bake for 15-20 minutes depending on your oven. Let the cupcakes cool on a wire rack.
2) Brown Sugar Ice Cream
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
In a medium bowl stir together the heavy cream, milk, brown sugar and vanilla.
Put a deep baking dish or bowl made of plastic, stainless steel or something durable in the freezer and pour your ice cream mixture into it.
After forty-five minutes, open the door and check it.
As it starts to freeze, remove it from the freezer and stir it whisk or blender. Really beat it up and break up any frozen sections. Return to freezer.
Continue to check the mixture every 30 minutes, stirring as it’s freezing.
Keep checking and stirring while it freezes until the ice cream is frozen. It will likely take 2-3 hours to be ready.
3) Homemade Caramel Sauce
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/3 cup water
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 Tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup heavy cream
Stir together the sugar and water. Turn the heat to medium high and boil until the sugar turns to brown [it just about 5 minutes]
Add the ¾ cup of heavy cream and the butter until bubble.
Add the vanilla and the ¼ cup of heavy cream to smooth it all out and wait for it to get thick.
a must~try recipe [simplynote]


For every parent the child’s health is the first priority and for this, preparing the right food and healthy balanced meals become a must. However, children as they grow up develop a propensity for junk food and crave tasty food so much so that healthy food soon comes to be associated as the complete opposite of tasty. As this mental association grows stronger many children eat junk food regularly which is very detrimental to health and also begin to avoid fruits, vegetables and pulses which further heightens chances of illness, poor stamina and weakened resistance against diseases. To be able to make sure that your children eat healthy it is important to develop the habit from an early age and inculcate an understanding in the kids about the importance of healthy eating.
One of the best tricks for preparing healthy meals for the kids lies in involving your kids in the preparation process. Ask them to wash the veggies or chop and peel and dice, or maybe help you stir while you do the bigger tasks. Give them something that is safe yet interesting and talk to them during the whole process. By involving your children in the actual cooking you will be encouraging them to take an interest in the entire act of planning, preparation and eating which will definitely increase their appreciation for the food.
While all parents know the foods which come under the category of healthy and unhealthy and how to prepare the appropriate dishes, what most parents are not aware about is that children place a lot of importance on the appearance of the dishes. It is important to cook healthy food that tastes good but most parents overlook the way the dish looks and how it is served, unaware that children often make up their minds based on whether or not the food looks good. Make some endeavor to make the meal look appetizing and you’ll be surprised at the result.
Meals like soups, chicken broths, roasts, stews and curries can be made to taste yummy by adding mushrooms, garlic, carrots, peas, potatoes and other such food items. The advantage of doing this is that along with improving the taste, aroma and sight of the food fantastically, such ingredients also add to the nutritional value of the meal- thus making it an overall success.


The ‘Expo Manger Sante’ is my favorite trade show as I can explore new interesting items that help me meet my goal of improving my health. Whether it is to taste new organic products, pickup coupons or the actual products on sale, learn new delicious recipes, learn about new services offered or how I can make certain things at home, I can easily spend several hours browsing through the stands.
The ‘Expo Manger Sante’ is a health food (much of it organic) and beauty/cleaning products tradeshow. This year, it was held last month at the Palais des Congres again in downtown Montreal.
Check it out here: www.expomangersante.com
I decided that each year I will post some of my favorite new finds at this show. What is great is that whatever stage I’m at in terms of improving my health, this show helps me along to the next stage, so the finds that I typically pick each year also reflect where I’m at in my journey. I am very thankful for this show because I’m also a very picky eater and sometimes by tasting a product at the show I am surprised by how delicious it is and the fact that I would’ve never bought this product at a store otherwise.
Another great thing is that my husband, who is at a completely different stage than me, will also pick up new things and this just promotes our collective family health.
You can check out my last year’s blog which lists the items that I found interesting last year, these were also present at this year’s show.
Here are my favorite picks this year:
– New Vegan Restaurants: several new ones opened their doors recently in downtown Montreal, why don’t you check them out: Invitation V (vegan bistro – www.invitastionv.com), Resto Vego McGill (www.restovego.ca ), Aux Vivres (resto vegan and juice bar – auxvivres.com). And besides restaurants check out this authentic Japanese store that provides natural, organic and macrobiotic food: www.koyofoods.com.
– Organic Matress!: Currently I’m shopping for a new mattress so I thought why not go organic, I did a lot of research on this topic already (will reserve that for another blog), and narrowed it down to 2 companies: My Essentia (the only organic mattress containing memory foam) and Literie Provinciale (using latex, no memory foam, but much cheaper). Both have showrooms in Montreal!
– Service to Set up and Help Maintain Your Own Organic Garden: this one blew my mind a little bit: you can book a consultation with this company who will come to your house and give you an estimate on planning and building your garden, planting heirloom seedlings, and even periodically coming to weed and feed your garden and harvest your vegetables! I find this is amazing for those that have a yard and don’t have time to do their own gardening. The company is called Urban Seedling: www.urbanseedling.com.
– Free Vegetarian Cooking Course: Go to aimschq.com and sign up for their free vegetarian cooking course that is coming up in May.
– The Hippocrates Health Institute: this is a sort of the resort that offers a “life transformation program” by following the Hippocrates philosophers mantra “let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food”. They say they provide guidance to transition you to a healthier lifestyle. They do this by encouraging pure enzyme rich, organic vegan cuisine, a positive mental and emotional attitude and the appropriate physical activity essential to optimizing one’s health. Many cancer patients and people with other health problems have gone to this Institute. To check it out go to www.HippocratesInstitute.org.
– Pasta: there are so many varieties of pasta nowadays made without wheat. Each year I pick up new kinds made with quinoa or another type of grain and flavored with herbs, vegetables, even nuts like turmeric, beats, spinach, hazelnut etc. They are so delicious that I cannot get enough of them. Some of my favorite brands are: Primeal Pasta and Go-go Quinoa.
– Emulsified Vitamin D: emulsification is a process of creating smaller molecules so that the product is better absorbed. I believe that here in Montreal the majority of people are largely deficient in vitamin D, which is actually important in many chemical processes in your body and affects so much more than just your bones and teeth. For example I believe that vitamin D deficiency is linked to autoimmune diseases. During spring, winter and fall, I supplement daily. The brand I picked up to try is Omega Alpha, I got at 2 for one deal and it tastes good!
– Omega 3 Supplements: I also believe that we have a huge imbalance between Omega 3 and Omega 6 in our bodies which results in promoting unwanted inflammation, I supplement daily. My favorite brand is Nordic Naturals which uses fish oil from only very small fish (= minimal amount of mercury).
– Organic White Miso: miso is one product that I thought that I would never ever buy. I had bought the black miso paste one time, didn’t know what to do with it, tried to make something that ended up tasting horrible and decided that I will never buy it again that it’s not for me. Here I am at the show tasting some dip that was prepared to be eaten with raw vegetables and finding it absolutely delicious. Bought the container of white miso and scored the recipe for this delicious dip. What is also really great is that at this point I’m trying to eat more fermented products because I want to increase my intake of probiotics. Because probiotics are so finicky, I don’t really believe that supplementation through pills is good enough because I feel like a very tiny percentage of the probiotics will actually survive and do good in my stomach. Somewhere I read that the gut is like your second brain and maintaining good bacterial culture is crucial. I don’t supplement probiotics every day, only if I know that my stomach is vulnerable (i.e. if taking antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs).
– Tempeh: tempeh is a soy-based fermented product. I don’t believe that regularly eating soy is healthy however occasionally, it’s fine for me. The fact that tempeh is a fermented product adds bonus points. Again another product that I would typically never buy but at the show there was a chef that had just opened his new organic restaurant and was making stir-fry tempeh. As you can guess it tasted delicious (I find it more palatable than tofu). I bought some and he even gave me vegetarian tzatziki for free, which incredibly enough, tasted just like the real thing.
– Cleaning Products: I like the brand Biovert, which has expanded its line of products since last year and added a few items including a laundry stain remover. However since last year, my favorite brand for cleaning products has become: The Honest Company. Although this brand is not found at the show, I must mention it here as it is absolutely amazing. It was created by Jessica Alba, it has none of the bad ingredients and all of the good ones – it can be purchased online.
– Organic Alcohol: this is becoming more and more common, we picked up an aperitif cider from Saragnert.com.
– Spices and Tea: I found a cool place with really interesting products: Les Jardins de la Mer. They have a variety of mixed spices and salts that contain algae. Algae are really healthy however I’m trying to stay away from any products purchased from the Pacific Ocean due to the Fukushima radiation poisoning. However this company harvests their algae from around New Brunswick. They also have some really interesting teas, which I’ve never seen before. The one I bought contained dried Labrador tea, nettle, yarrow and fir tree leaves, it tasted and smelled amazing!
– Mosquito Repellent: I’m trying to find one that actually works and doesn’t stink to be honest with you. I’m trying out this new brand I found at the show called Bohemia.
Overall an amazing show, that’s for sure!!!


New recipes will show up in the Devotional Chef blog. But recipes that were on the Chef’s site prior to its reorganization will be posted here.
Your Leftover Mashed Potatoes
I have always LOVED Spuds! Most of us eat them
- French Fried
- Baked or Twice Baked
- Home Style Fries (Breakfast)
- Au Gratin
- Oven Browned
- Potato Salad (Cold) or German Style (Warm)
- Boiled w/parsley, etc.
Nearly everyone on Earth loves potatoes. So here’s a tip for your leftover mashed (or smashed) potatoes:
- 1/3 cup of all purpose flour
- 1-1/2 cups of cold taters
- 1 pinch of salt or onion powder (optional)
- 1 pinch of pepper (optional)
Throw the ingredients, except the flour into a medium to large mixing bowl. Add the flour gradually, forming the spud mixture into a lightly firm ball. Once the flour is all in there, make palm-size or burger-size cakes. Fry ‘em up in your favorite cooking oil until golden or crispy brown on both sides.
Serve for breakfast OR lunch OR dinner along with applesauce. Nom nom nom… LOL
Posted by Rev. Robert Lacy on June 17, 2009
Filed Under: Uncategorized


We've captured the best bits of winter. Mulled wine and mistletoe. Winter coats and rosy cheeks. Log fires, happy cats and old movies on the telly. Tea and warming spices. A blend of orange peel, cinnamon and cloves on a redbush tea base, perfect on a crisp frosty day or with brandy at bedtime.
how does it taste?
Warming winter spices combined with a delicious red tea base. The mulled wine of tea.
good if you're feeling
Chilled, but not in a good way - this tea will warm you through.
how we like it
Good with milk, special with brandy.
- tea temple - 1 per person. Infuse in boiling water. Brew for 3+ minutes.
Whole leaves take a longer to brew, the little wait is definitely worth it.
what's in it?
rooibos, flavours, orange peel, gingko, orange blossom, cinnamon, ginger root, cloves, safflower
nutritional content per 100ml
- 0 sugar
- 0 fat
- trace carbohydrate
dairy free, gluten free, suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Made in a factory that handles nuts.


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95+ Best Responsive Restaurant WordPress Themes
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These wp restaurant themes are creative,
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Dine in or out the food will always taste the same and still be the best!
Always the best!
As always the food and service was great!
Took an hour and a half to deliver
I love the food well seasoned and very tasty!
Not horrible, just meh. Rice was dry, not much taste overall.
Great food. Fast delivery. And Imperial Gardens is always great.
Not sure why I keep coming here. They are always really disorganized. I placed an order for pick up at 5 pm a day in advance. And when I came to pick it up as usual it was not ready.
As usual our food was delicious!
This is our go-to Chinese takeout. Everything is delicious!
Did not receive Cashew Chicken. I was a mushroom chicken with peanuts and chilies. Not what I ordered at all.
Everything was great! Thank you!!!
Great dinner! Thank you.
Everything was super great! Thank you!!!
Everything in the order was tasty but I did not get what I ordered. I did not receive the soda or the brown rice I ordered and I received a different dish from the Eggplant in Garlic Sauce I ordered.
Love the food
Love that there's no GrubHub, doordash or other delivery services and the food is great!!
Always consistently good
My wife can't eat gluten, and she has eaten this dish many times and always excellent. I can eat anything, and I've worked my way through much of the menu. I always get delicious food and large portions. And very great value for what you recieve.
Really great food and sincerely great service!
This order was on Christmas, and the house was P A C K E D ! Still got my food in a reasonable amount of time, and it was delicious. Excellent all around!
Great experience- first time I ordered on-line, wasn't sure it would all go through, but the correct food arrived in a timely manner- very pleased!
Great food, fast delivery and I highly recommend!
Consistently outstanding. Delicious dishes. Friendly service.
The food was fresh and delicious with a few minor issues. I would have liked more sprouts in the chop suey so I will ask for more next time I order. The pork tasted a little left over and the eggrolls were a bit too greasy but overall it was delicious.
Quick and friendly delivery from Imperial Garden. Their food is really good also!
Always great food and friendly service
Large delicious servings as usual.
I enjoy the food at Imperial Garden very very much.
Very fast! Food was hot!
Great dishes. Fresh and tasty.
Fast service, food was hot and delicious! Definitely one of our favorite places to order from!
Convenient way of ordering
It was great!
Good food. Quick delivery. Accurate order. Sadly, they do not put enough sweet’n’sour sauce. I requested more & upon delivery was told that $1 for more extra sauce next time.
Large portions of delicious food were delivered so quickly that when the door bell rang, I didn't think it could be the food because so little time had passed. Our second time ordering, and we will continue because it's really good.
I’ve been ordering from here for at least ten years. Everything is always fantastic.
Fast, friendly delivery.
Excellent, hot food. Speedy delivery!
Ok, but forgot the wraps for the ducks.
Ordered dinner for 5. Could have fed 10 people! Good size portions, good food.
Delivery was quick!
Love their food! Eating here for years.
Any questions please call us.
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Top 10 Reasons to Drink Coffee in 2013
- Wake up! If you’re not a morning person, coffee helps wake you up and become more alert for the morning commute, early meetings, and responding to questions from your boss, customers, or coworkers.
- Get an Edge: Even if you are a “morning person”, coffee can still give you an extra edge in dealing with the challenges of the day.
- When you’re chilled to the bone: Coffee warms you up on a cold day.
- Fresh Perspective: A cup of coffee gives you a good excuse to take a break, socialize with friends and coworkers, and step away from your work for a few minutes. Breaks can help you approach tasks with renewed vigor and creativity. When the brain starts getting stale, a coffee break can be the perfect way to recharge your battery.
- Health Benefits of Coffee: Recent research has attributed coffee with having protective properties that may reduce the risk of developing certain diseases, such as Parkinson’s Disease, Type 2 Diabetes, liver cancer, prostate cancer, basal cell carcinoma, and Alzheimer’s disease. So does coffee have some sort of magical properties that make it a veritable panacea for the ills of mankind? No–but if it does help tip the scales in the right direction for being healthier, then it’s a good thing.
- Coffee tastes great–especially if you start with freshly roasted coffee beans, filtered water, a clean coffee pot, a good coffee grinder, and the right coffee-to-water ratio.
- Social Benefits: Coffee provides a great “excuse” to get together with a friend and catch up on old times at the neighborhood cafe. Getting a cup of coffee is also an age-old formula for renewing a friendship, cultivating business connections, or starting a relationship.
- More Energy and Endurance: Coffee is said to improve your performance in running, exercising, and athletics.
- Hanging out in cafes and coffee shops can be an interesting experience in and of itself. The furniture is often comfortable, the music is typically conducive to reading a book, writing, or catching up on your e-mails, and you might even stumble upon some really great-tasting coffee for sale!
- It’s Habit forming–but in a good way! Drinking coffee is a comforting ritual in an otherwise stressful world.
By the way, if you’re a coffee lover looking for the best coffee in the world–or at least something that approximates it–check out The Daily Grind‘s new and improved online coffee store. They’ve been importing and roasting coffee beans on the premises of their Albany, NY, cafe since 1976, so they have a lot of expertise. They’re a family-owned-and-operated business that takes pride in what they do–and they offer a solid money-back guarantee if you’re not completely satisfied. I give them high grades for their new website design too. Update: Their new coffee blog, which was added in June 2013, is also a good place to get useful information and a unique perspective on the coffee drinking experience.


Although I've made a few bits and pieces over the past couple of days I'm saving up to blog the whole 'collection', if you will, over next week.
So, to tide you over, here's some Happy Culinary Events from the past few days.
First up, organic black potatoes. Look at the bright purple juice on the knife! My mum had bought them once before from the gourmet grocers behind my work. I was making a beef and mushroom stew, with french bread 'croutons' on top. Needed to bulk up the stew, but didn't want another pale carb. These fit the bill nicely, and (to my surprise, as I'd had them baked before) they imparted this really unusual smoky scent to the stew.
Next up, in my erratic attempt to consume less, I went to make banana bread rather than throw out some old bananas. They became muffins, because I don't own a loaf tin. And I'm really very pleased how they turned out, because I fudged the measurements a bit, and didn't have any cinnamon, and replaced the self-raising flour with flour + baking powder. They'd be better with walnuts in, though.
And finally, I made gnocchi! The moment when they actually rose to the surface in the boiling water was a true joy. I had fears of gluey masses, or disintegrating powders. They were a little bland, but for my first attempt at a potato-dumpling-dough they were certainly quite edible.


Refreshing and a great appetizer or lunch !
This tempeh filling can be used in tacos, enchiladas, or in a burrito bowl
Have all of your summer veggies in one dish!
Add a bit of sauerkraut to top it off!
Quick, filling, and nutrient dense!
The easiest recipe full of flavor and protein
Nutty, lemony, and sweet!
with coconut, pineapple, orange, vanilla, and cinnamon
A great recipe to use with pastas and pizzas


Celebrate Women's Day
Kadaknath eggs and meat,
Cure your all problems if you eat.
Menstruation cycle is regularly,
It also promotes fertility.
Promising Health with taste,
Eating kadaknath eggs & meat is the best
Strong and tasty making every Woman’s day healthy.
Women go through so many problems post delivery problems, menstruation cycle various other issues here is the blog which will be helpful for you to reduce your problems an initiative taken by KADAKNATH :
MENSTRUAL PAINS & IRREGULARITY
There are several natural & dietary solutions for curbing menstrual pains. They can come in handy when you’re actively trying to avoid OTC pain killers. After all, taking pain killers regularly can cause some serious side effects in the long run; including loss of hearing, kidney damage, stomach ulcers, and various cardiovascular diseases. So even during the difficult days of the month, the smart way is to keep things natural.
Some examples of these foods are fennel seeds, cinnamon, ginger, dill, papaya, brown rice, walnuts, almonds, flaxseed, & green leafy vegetables. Another highly rich source of the required nutrition is Kadaknath eggs & chicken. Apart from being high on vitamins & protein, they contain 97% less fat than regular eggs & chicken.
They also contain essential polyunsaturated fats from the Omega 3 & Omega 6 family, mainly Docosahexaenoic Acid & Alpha-Linolenic Acid. These omega fatty acids are highly effective because of their antioxidant properties, which reduce swelling & inflammation, subsequently reducing the pain. This nutrition is also helpful in keeping the cycle consistent & regular. Iron is another essential nutrient that is required to reinstate the blood level lost during menstruation. Deficiency of iron can lead to anemia & worse.
With Kadaknath Wish you all have a very happy and healthy!!WOMEN’S DAY!!
We’ve covered the importance of iron in RBC & hemoglobin maintenance here, which also affects your menstruation cycles.
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Benefits of Kadaknath
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Enjoy IPL with Kadaknath
Dr. Indar Tomar, senior scientist and head of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jhabua (Madhya Pradesh) has recommended that Virat Kohli’s boys include special chicken from this farm in their diets. While having a talk to Deccan Chronicle, Dr. Tomar said, “Congratulations to our boys, who won the Test series in Australia. For better performance in the coming years, I have suggested to the Indian team and the Indian cricket board to visit our farmhouse. We can demonstrate how Kadaknath chickens can fulfill the needs of the players.”
Let’s Initiate Protein packed Life…with full josh!! By choosing Kadaknath Chicken and eggs over other normal chicken and eggs you can be stronger as you choose a strong team with strong players for IPL from RCB Squad, CSKs Squad, MI, DC, KKR, RR, KXIP, and SRH Squad.
So sit back, relax and get Kadaknath eggs and chicken and enjoy the IPL matches every day.
Say Yes to KADAKNATH in Summer
Should we or shouldn’t we eat eggs in summer?
It is a misconception that eating eggs in summer can be unhealthy. It is completely okay to have eggs in summer, though in some limits. They are loaded with different vitamins and minerals to keep your energy level high and so are important. Eggs have a tendency to produce heat in our body and then it can cause indigestion and discomfort. Eggs may cause heat in the body, but if eaten in limits may prove to be excellent wholesome foods. Having more than 2 eggs a day may cause your body to heat up further leading to problems so It is advised that you can eat up to 2 eggs a day.
- Eggs make the richest source of nutrients and are called superfoods
- It can produce heat in our body and cause indigestion
- It is advised that you can eat up to two eggs a day
- Eggs are nutritious, tasty and easy food for you and your family.
- You can different dishes from eggs here are lots of egg recipes and ideas that can make it more nutritious and tasty.
- For most people, the benefits of eating eggs outweigh the risks.
So this summer say yes to eggs don’t let your body compromise in fitness and health. Stay fit and healthy with Kadaknath eggs with low fat and high nutrition, and much more health benefits.
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In order to add some spice to my life I am embarking on a (mostly) raw food journey. This blog is a raw and honest diary. No sugar coating, no rainbows, no fake smiles.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
My absolutely amazing and delicious lunch!
I am at school and I just finished eating some yummy, homemade (or should I say lively-made) sushi!
It is raw and fabulous!
Super easy recipe and perfect for this ungodly hot weather! Nori sheets wrapped around matchstick carrots, cucumbers, mung bean sprouts, avocado, and leeks. There is a sesame-tahini sauce in there too. It helped hold the Nori sheets together, but I don't have the recipe since I'm not at home. You could easily make any type of sauce to put inside the rolls.
Alright, now I need to go work on this film... Stay cool (if that is even possible).


This Argentinean steakhouse has been a staple in Condado for 30 years. Located in the heart of Condado, Buenos Ayres is all about homemade, comforting, and delicious dishes, made with top of the line fresh produce. As a matter of fact, all meats are Certified Angus Beef cuts…every bite is an explosion of juice and flavor.
The capital of Argentina was originally called Buenos Ayres, which came from the patron Santa Maria del Buen Ayre; from there the name Buenos Ayres was chosen for the restaurant. Overwhelmingly steaks, fillets, sirloins, rumps, rib eyes, skirts… everything from the grill will satisfy the hell out of you. “Parrilladas” that include churrasco (steak) and “lomo” (loin cuts) are amazing too and among the best sellers. Their “Chorizos parrilleros” (sausages) are another highlight!
Buenos Ayres is also a fusion between Argentinean cuisine and “criollo” food (with Puerto Rican roots). Its extensive menu also offers “mofongo” (mashed plantain) and rice and beans, among many other criollo dishes. Their beans get raving reviews… a must try! But, if your palate craves a burger, this is the place to satisfy your hunger and taste buds. And it does not end here. Fish, pastas, sauces, and assorted turnovers are kings here too.
The relaxed ambiance of the restaurant welcomes families, romantic dates or just a good time with friends. It is available for private events and has parking. Special offers include: Daily lunch specials, Dinner for 2 menu (after 6 pm every day), and Argentinean Grill Saturdays. Menu is available in their Facebook page and website.


Yes. All Health Freak Cafe products and menu items are prepared on sites that are completely gluten and wheat free.
Gluten is a family of proteins found in grains like wheat, rye, spelt and barley. Gluten helps foods maintain their shape, acting as a glue that holds food together. Gluten can be found in many types of foods, even ones that would not be expected but the main three being Wheat, Barley and Rye.
Yes. Health Freak Café is a 100% Gluten Free Café. There is no risk of cross contamination.
No. They manifest completely differently. Some people may have one or other complaint, while others may have both or neither. Coeliac disease may also overlap with diabetes, various fermentable sugar problems and deficiency diseases. Coeliac disease refers specifically to gut damage. Gluten intolerance reflects other symptoms including neurological, tiredness, eczema, aches and pains, hyperactivity, mood swings and clinical depression. Gluten can exacerbate the symptoms of epilepsy and autism.
Yes. Please refer to the allergen panel for which foods are dairy, egg and seafood free.
Most likely, please read our allergens chart for specific details. When ordering at our café speak to any of our friendly staff and they will be able to assist you with your food choices to ensure that we are catering to your food allergen and special dietary requirements.
Yes. No food items are sold as 100% nut allergen free. As we operate working kitchens please be aware that there is always a risk that traces of nut allergens may be transferred to ingredients during storage or preparation of food in our kitchens. Health Freak Café are therefore unable to guarantee that any food item sold is free from traces of nut allergens
We only cook with Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO).
Our sweet potato fries are baked fresh for every customer. We bake them at the perfect temperature, for the perfect amount of time without having to add oil for taste – keeping the fat content of our fries’ low, and the flavour high!
Yes, all ingredients found in CocoFreak are 100% dairy-free, 100% lactose free and 100% vegan (never contain any animal byproducts).
CocoFreak is our own organic sugar free ice cream. Made with coconut milk and other organic ingredients it is an all-natural, dairy free, gluten free, guilt free dessert.
CocoFreak comes in four amazing flavours. Salted Caramel (Calories 380 | P2g, F20g, C48g), Naked Coconut (Calories 418 | P2g, F26g, C44g), Choc Raspberry Ripple (Calories 392 | P3g, F20g, C50g) and Vanilla Sticky Date Pecan (Calories 435 | P2g, F27g, C46g).
We use four chemical free sugar alternatives to sweeten our food. Pure maple syrup, dates, fresh fruit and xylitol.
Xylitol is a naturally occurring carbohydrate, that looks and tastes just like regular table sugar. It is a natural sweetener that can be extracted from any woody fibrous plant material. Xylitol is found widely in nature, most of the fruits and vegetables that we eat on a daily basis have small amounts of xylitol.


It has been 10 days, and I have to admit, this lifestyle is growing on me. I never imaged enjoying this as much as I am. I find that I’m not thinking about food as much anymore (besides when I am cooking for clients). If I am thinking about food, it’s fun and delicious raw food that I can experiment with! Mind you, I have had some moments where I am ready to pack it in and dive into Thomas’ dinner (that moment may have been tonight).
The Rawlicious restaurant has really helped me for the past week, especially with adding variety to my diet lately. I have eaten salads and the same avocado wraps for days (and still enjoying them), but a change is always nice, especially without having to prepare it myself. I had their Caesar wrap today, and boy was it delicious! I think the new scent lingering with me wherever I go is garlic. Poor Thomas has to put up with my breath, but I have been sneaking garlic in his meals too so I’m not the only one with the bad breath – hehe.
This whole experience has been amazing so far. I always thought my energy only came from carbs, but now I am beginning to see that I have MORE energy without carbs. I’m not saying, “go cut your carbs!” I’m simply realizing that I don’t need starchy or processed carbohydrates to give me energy. In fact, carbs and coffee cannot compete with the energy fresh green vegetables have given me. My focus and attention to detail has grown, and my overall feeling of well-being is amazing. I am continuing with fresh green juice every morning and still eating only greens all day. I want to make it to the 2 week mark before introducing any form of sugar (including fruits and certain vegetables) into my diet. I may continue longer than 2 weeks with greens to fully detox and give my body a break from sugar entirely. I will keep you posted!
In my free time, I have been watching tons of documentaries and reading books on raw and/or vegan diets. It is fascinating. I love to learn and lately my brain has been getting crammed with new information non-stop. I am amazed that society has practically shunned this lifestyle, when in reality, this is possibly the most healthful way to live (in my opinion it is). There are many many opinions on this subject, and I’m not trying to start a debate. I don’t judge anyone’s way of living and I’m not against eating meat. I have just opened my eyes to see another way of living and have found great enjoyment from it so far. I don’t plan on staying raw after the 30 days, but I may venture on and try life as a vegan, or at least 80% since I love eggs for breakfast some mornings and sushi on occasion…I’m a cheater, but that’s okay.
Life is about learning, growing and discovering the best you that you can be. For the past 2 years (at least), my focus has been eating animal protein 5 times a day. I was trying to gain muscle and look my best. I did look my best physically, but internally my body was screaming. I thought I was perfectly healthy then, but now I see that I was not as healthy as I thought. My snacks consisted of yogurt or cottage cheese instead of vegetables, and my meals always had to have a big piece of meat. I love meat, I really do. You may still catch me at The Keg on occasion digging into a juicy steak – I’ll be real with you on that. But, take it from the carnivore, I feel way better without the meat at every meal. I don’t feel hungry all the time and I certainly am not as “addicted” to eating as I was before. I feel better. Period. Your quality and quantity of life increases when you cut out processed and cooked foods. If you don’t believe me, try it for 21 days (to break your habit of eating cooked foods), and feel the difference for yourself.
Well, that’s all I have to say on my progress so far. As for tonight, I’m off to grab an avocado and sit on the couch with my husband. Besides all the food and health talk, he really is my favourite one to focus my attention on. Chow for now and chat with you soon!


Savour the delicate flavours of asparagus as it comes back into season. Biscotti presents an imaginative a la carte menu this March to April showcasing the humble spring vegetable. Whether white or green is your preference, try it in a fresh new way paired with your favourite tipple.
|Date:||1 March – 30 April 2018|
|Time:||6.00 pm – 10.30 pm|
|Price:||Start from THB 790++ per dish|
|Prices are subject to 10% service charge and applicable government tax.|


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