LABEL LOWDOWN

LABEL LOWDOWN

The labels on food can be confusing, misleading and sometimes fudge the truth. I got asked the other day what the diff was between LACTOSE-FREE & DAIRY-FREE, so if this ones tripped you up before, here’s the dealio... LACTOSE-FREE - these are usually still made...

How much water should you be drinking?

How much water should you be drinking?

You know the feeling, 8 glasses of water per day seems impossible, but 8 glasses of wine can be done in one meal. But how much water should you be drinking? It differs from person to person, based on your weight. Here's the simple formula: Check your weight in kilos....

USING HONEY IN YOUR HEALTHY BAKING

USING HONEY IN YOUR HEALTHY BAKING

So there’s a bit of an art/science to baking at the best of times, but paleo baking steps it up a notch by using ingredients that don't act entirely the same way as your standard sugars and flours. You know, unpredictable, like me after a few vinos. One of my...

Fancy a coffee in Dubai Studio City?

Fancy a coffee in Dubai Studio City?

Big ups to everyone who has shown their support of our little café home and chosen to get their caffeine fix with us. Deadset legends. Now while I know most of us like a good cup o’ Joe and we know what we like, here’s a little run down in case you feel all rebellious...

KEEPING HEALTHY WHILE FLYING

KEEPING HEALTHY WHILE FLYING

Going somewhere for the Christmas season? Holidays are fun, but you know what isn't? Airport and aeroplane food, regardless of the cabin you're sitting in. A little bit of organisation and you can start your trip on the right note, your guts will thank you for it......

A CHRISTMAS TIPPLE…

A CHRISTMAS TIPPLE…

Missing the cold weather? Sad you couldn’t go to the Christmas markets? Then cheer yourself up by making a batch of Paleo/vegan eggnog. What you need:  1 1/2 cups cashews soaked overnight 1 can coconut milk 2 cups water 3 medjool dates 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2...

SWITCH THINGS UP WITH SWITCHEL

SWITCH THINGS UP WITH SWITCHEL

One of my favourite drinks back in Oz (besides wine) was switchel. It’s like a healthy Gatorade/electrolyte drink made with natural ingredients and perfect for this hot weather here in Dubai. With a base of apple cider vinegar (the raw, fermented variety containing...

BAKE IT BABY!

BAKE IT BABY!

Baking is a bit of an art at the best of times, but Paleo baking is a bit of different animal. You're baking without gluten, sometimes with more fats, and definitely with flours that don't act like conventional wheat flour. Here's a little guideline that I've put...

Ketchup

Ketchup

This is so simple I hesitate to call it a recipe. So lets call it what it really is….the answer to your goddamn prayers. We all know someone who might need to go to a K.A. Meeting  or two, it might even be you, but i promise this healthier version tastes just like the...

HOW TO MAKE POACHED & SHREDDED CHICKEN

HOW TO MAKE POACHED & SHREDDED CHICKEN

This is a quick and easy thing to know how to do. It's great to knock up any day of the week so there's protein in the fridge to help you chuck together fast snacks and meals. You can use skinless/boneless chicken breast or thighs or a mixture of the two.  layer your...