Ayurvedic gluten-free rice porridge

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This warming Ayurvedic rice porridge is a nourishing gluten-free breakfast made with rolled rice, fresh turmeric and aromatic spices. Creamy, comforting and ready in just 15 minutes, it’s inspired by the ancient principles of Ayurveda and makes the perfect start to a cool morning. Made with gluten-free rolled rice flakes, fresh turmeric, ginger, cinnamon and […]

Slow-cooked beef rendang (Indonesian dry coconut beef)

Beef rendang is one of Indonesia’s most iconic dishes, originating from the Minangkabau people of West Sumatra. Unlike a typical curry, rendang is a slow-cooked, dry-style coconut beef dish in which fragrant spices, coconut milk, and aromatics are patiently reduced until they coat the meat in a deeply caramelised, intensely flavoured sauce. My first encounter […]

Roast vegetable quinoa salad

Easy roast vegetables with quinoa served in a rustic bowl, featuring roasted seasonal vegetables, fluffy quinoa and fresh herbs. Photography by Nelly le Comte.

Looking for a delicious roast vegetable quinoa salad that’s colourful, nourishing and simple to prepare? This roast vegetable quinoa salad combines roasted pumpkin, sweet potato, fluffy quinoa, sweet currants and shredded coconut for a naturally gluten-free meal. Serve it warm as a hearty vegetarian dinner or enjoy it chilled for lunch the next day. This […]

Coconut: Health benefits

Coconut: Health Benefits, Nutrition, Uses & How to Cook with Nature’s Tropical Superfood Discover why coconut has earned its reputation as the “Tree of Life” and learn the nutritional benefits, culinary uses and healthiest ways to enjoy this incredibly versatile tropical fruit. What is a Coconut? Despite its name, the coconut isn’t actually a botanical […]

Paleo pecan, apple and coconut slice

Slices of Paleo apple, pecan and coconut slice ready to bake with fresh apple slices and pecans.

This Paleo apple pecan slice is a wholesome, naturally sweetened bake that’s perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea or a healthy lunchbox snack. Made with fresh apples, crunchy pecans, coconut and dates, this Paleo apple pecan slice is gluten-free, grain-free and packed with nourishing whole-food ingredients. The combination of fibre-rich apples, heart-healthy pecans and naturally sweet […]

All about coconut.

The Grinning Face Back in the old days this tropical fruit was known as cocoanut, a term derived from 16th century Portuguese and Spanish cocos, meaning, “grinning face” – because of the three small holes on its coconut shell. Approximately one third of the world’s population depends on the humble coconut with one billion coconut […]

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