Author: Nayna Kanabar
A vegetarian influencer that loves to travel and discover new places.
Sprouting
How to Sprout Mung Beans
Sprouting is the process whereby seeds are germinated and eaten either raw or cooked. Beans such as haricot, black eyed beans, chickpeas , including grasses, grains can be used for sprouting. My favourite pulse to sprout is mung beans; they are small round beans and green in colour. Mung beans originated in India and were […]
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5-2 Diet
Soup
Mushroom Soup ~ 5-2 Diet
I am always sharing posts about my food props and how I came about owning them.This lovely pair of china bowls that are featured in the pictures below are a new addition to my collection. They were a recent Mothersday gift from my daughters together with some other gifts. The pastel colours with the floral […]
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Smoothies. Milkshakes
Date Milkshake
Rich and delicious milkshake with natural sweetness from the dates. Ingredients: 6 soft Medjool dates 30 ml boiling water 100 ml skimmed milk 6 ice cubes Method: 1. Place the dates in a bowl , add 30 ml boiling water cover and leave them aside to soak. 2. After 30 minutes rub the dates to […]
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Food Props
How to make a handy tool box for your food styling .
I went to a foodies conference last year and I attended a food photography session.The session was all about how to style your food, how to present it and how to colour coordinate it using accessories, napkins and props. One of the best pieces of advise that was given was to create a tool box […]
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Food Props
Another addition to my prop collection.
When I started this blog I confessed that I was rather obsessed with collecting props for my food pictures and I have many a tale as to where and how I have come in possession of these cute beauties. Today I am going to share some of my new additions in the collection. The two […]
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Arts and Crafts
Arts and Crafts Video
Felt Book Marks Video tutorial
These adorable Felt book marks are a must for any book reader. They make wonderful presents and can be made and personalised in different colours using different motifs and accessories. Equipment needed: Purple felt Green Felt White Card Assorted beads Embroidery thread assorted colours and needle Strawberry / Flower motifs Needle Scissors Pencil/ ruler Twine […]
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Event Roundup
In my VEG BOX
Event round Up In my VEG BOX ~TOMATOES
Thankyou to everyone who sent in their delicious recipes to this wonderful event. Here are all the entries. document.write(”);
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Announcing Event
Announcing event Taste of Tropics ~Dates
This month citrusspiceuk is excited to be guest hosting the wonderful and on going event Taste of Tropics by Chef Mireille of East West Realm. For this event I have chosen dates. I love dates they are really versatile as sweeteners in sweet dishes and desserts and also make a lovely addition to savoury dishes too. Dates are […]
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Greek Cuisine
Snacks
Greek Feta and Potato Balls.
Crispy crunchy coating with delicious cheesy potato inner makes these Feta cheese and potato balls simply delectable. Ingredients: 240 g Kataifi Pastry (shredded Greek Pastry) 4 medium boiled potatoes 60 g feta cheese 1 tablespoon plain flour mixed with 3 tablespoons water ½ teaspoon nutmeg ½ teaspoon white pepper ¾ teaspoon salt 1 small carrot […]
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Cakes
Eggless
Eggless Strawberry Cupcakes
I am not a fan of rich butter cream frosting on my cakes and I always prefer to have a simple plain cake with my cup of tea. These eggless cupcakes are really easy to make and not too rich and sweet. They make the perfect guilt free teatime treat. Simple easy and simply decadent eggless strawberry cupcakes […]
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