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Braised Red Cabbage with Chestnuts
Posted on December 21st, 2016 by Michelle Braude
This delicious sweet and sour cabbage is a quick and easy side dish, with chestnuts added for an even tastier version of the classic “cooked red cabbage”. It pairs perfectly as a side dish to chicken or turkey, or even a vegetarian nut-roast or veggie burgers, for a healthy, hearty meal. Red cabbage is a […]
Tropical Mango Energy Balls
Posted on September 21st, 2016 by Michelle Braude
Looking for the perfect snack to have on hand to satisfy those mid-afternoon munchies or late-night sweet cravings? These all-healthy Tropical Mango Energy Balls are just the thing! Naturally sweet, decadent, filling and delicious, you wouldn’t believe that they’re also super-healthy and all-natural, too! They’ll also make you feel like it’s summer all year long, […]
The Food Effect Greek Salad
Posted on September 14th, 2016 by Michelle Braude
As I’ve been on a roll with The Food Effect Skinny Chicken Salad Deluxe and my Tuscan Style Tuna Bean Salad, (both of which proved extremely popular), I thought I’d get one more salad recipe in (for now!) to round out the trio – while the sun’s still very much here with us in England! […]
Tuscan Style Tuna Bean Salad
Posted on August 30th, 2016 by Michelle Braude
Following on from the popularity of The Food Effect Skinny Chicken Salad Deluxe, here’s another great salad to make on summer days when you don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen for hours slaving over a hot stove, or putting things in and out of a hot oven. If you’ve just returned from your […]
The Food Effect Skinny Chicken Salad Deluxe
Posted on July 27th, 2016 by Michelle Braude
This satisfying salad makes an ideal healthy lunch or light dinner for those either trying to lose weight or stay slim and healthy – without wanting to compromise on enjoying delicious meals! This protein-packed, fibre-filled salad is as good for you as it is colourful, and delicious. What’s more, with not much to do besides […]
SPICES GALORE
Posted on June 29th, 2016 by Michelle Braude
Spices have played an important part in both the history of food and trading. The opening up of trade routes between West and East was largely due to the demand for spices in Europe, thanks to the dual purpose they served: both enlivening an otherwise bland diet and disguising the scent and flavour of not-too-fresh […]
Minted Mushy Peas & The New Green Toast
Posted on June 22nd, 2016 by Michelle Braude
I think we’ve all seen enough pictures and recipes for every variation of “Avocado Toast” you could possibly imagine. Don’t get me wrong, I’ll always be a lover and advocate of the classic Avo Toast, but in this recipe, toast says goodbye to avocado and welcomes peas as its new best friend. Mushy peas are […]
Investec Entrepreneurs’ Event
Posted on May 18th, 2016 by Michelle Braude
Last Thursday I was honored to have been invited to a Women Entrepreneurs’ Event, arranged by, and held at Investec Bank. The event was a unique initiative coordinated by Investec’s fantastic Marketing team, who put together a sumptuous and luxurious Afternoon Tea (champagne included!) with guest speaker, Annee de Mamiel, founder of the renowned skincare […]
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
Posted on May 11th, 2016 by Michelle Braude
This colourful, nutrient-packed substantial salad – my own high-protein, gluten-free version of a traditional Middle-Eastern dish called Tabbouleh – is guaranteed to go down a treat on any buffet table. Delicious served cold or at room temperature, it would also be ideal to serve at a barbeque or pack along for a picnic, seeing as […]