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Easy Sushi

28 June 2016

The Internet is a goldmine for demystifying all sorts of stuff. But sometimes the level of detail out there can make certain simple things look like over-complicated and exclusive art forms. Case in point: sushi.

Recipes

Homemade Nutty Gomasio

24 May 2016

After our recent post about cutting down on salt, Ariane (our salt-free inspiration) shared her recipe for homemade gomasio with us. It's a handy salt replacement that's much lower in sodium and more nutritious than simple salt.

Lifestyle · Spirituality · Wellness

Comparicitis

21 May 2016

Certainly ambition compels us to dream big, innovate faster, and to take bold risks... But because we ambitious ones know exactly what it is we want, we are also acutely aware of whether we have it or not.

Recipes

Easy Cashew Pesto Risotto

13 May 2016

This post is going to be all about how much I love my new rice cooker. I'm by far the most Asian Norwegian you'll ever meet. Wait -- you thought I was American? Roots, baby. I got roots. And they're Norwegian.

Recipes

Blueberry Corncakes

29 April 2016

P.S. If you make these Blueberry Corncakes, please hashtag us on Instagram! We’d love to see your beautiful creations! #veggiemagnifique

Recipes

Kale Citrus Tahini Salad

26 April 2016

OK, kale might be, like, so 2014, but that doesn't mean you should be selling yours on eBay. This is nutrition, not pret-à-porter. This robust leafy green is one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet.

Lifestyle · Nutrition · Recipes · Wellness

5 Natural Remedies for Period Pains

8 April 2016

Dear readers, this post comes to you from my bed. Today has brought the delights of nausea, a banging headache, lack of appetite, aching joints, major cramps, and digestive acrobatics.

Nutrition · Recipes

Heavy Metal Detox Smoothie

25 March 2016

I am not a fan of heavy metal. All that screaming, roaring, and intense cacophonous racket just makes me want to hurl. Call me Grandma, but I like a Gershwin tune. I like the BeeGees. I like Bach.

Recipes

Spicy Detox Dhal

22 March 2016

During my university years, I pretty much lived on red split lentils boiled in water. Yes, it was a rather spartan diet! But they were the cheapest, most filling food I could find, and were quick and easy to cook, too.

Nutrition · Recipes · Wellness

Sprouting 101

2 February 2016

You've probably heard of sprouting as a magically health-giving practice. But perhaps you've been put off by the thought of endless soaking and waiting around before you can just darn well eat.

Recipes

Moringa Superfood Bars

22 January 2016

These tasty morsels are nutritionally dense, raw and vegan. They're also super quick and easy to make. The magical green ingredient in these energy bars, and what makes them so nutritious, is moringa.

Lifestyle · Wellness

Personality Test for Your Veggie Transition

17 January 2016

Maybe you've been flirting with the idea of going veg for some time. Maybe you have a veggie friend, have never really liked meat all that much anyway.... or, maybe you've just been doing your research.

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