Festive Cocktail-tastic Cranberry Mojito is pretty damned Christmassy (even though cranberries don’t grow in the UK and it is a really recently thing that cranberries are eaten here… same as oranges maybe). It is probably the jewel-red colour of cranberries and their juice that makes them popular for festive occasions. Personally, I like the tartness […]
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My Favourite Recuperative Drinks
My Favourite Recuperative Drinks are for you whether you have over-indulged, are under the weather or just need a reassuring pick-me-up. Not a drop of alcohol or caffeine in sight. What Are Recuperative Drinks? So, I don’t count coffee as a Recuperative Drink (it makes me feel very ‘giddy’ and often very sick…) and My […]
Gluten-Free Vegan Haggis Wellington
Roll Out the Red Carpet for This Main Dish! Gluten-Free Vegan Haggis Wellington is one of my favourite meals. Great for a special Sunday roast, a celebration meal or any special occasion. It does take a little bit of preparation but it is well worth it! You can also eat this cold. It is really […]
Carrot Parsley and Butter Bean Soup
Carrots and parsley and butter beans are the perfect match in this soup. Carrot, Parsley and Butter Bean Soup is light, full of flavour and makes seasonal produce sing from the rooftops. I have to confess I was (and still am sometimes) not a fan of cooked carrots – they are often way too sweet […]
Quick and Easy Chocolate Orange Truffles
Quick and Easy Chocolate Orange Truffles make a perfect gluten-free vegan gift or after dinner treat. I love these truffles with coffee after dinner or as a little treat when you need a break from your hard working day. They are rich and decadent so it’s hard to eat too many! You can serve these […]
Chestnut and Rosemary Scones
Winter Scones Gluten-Free, Vegan Chestnut and Rosemary Scones are a great winter, savoury treat. Perfect for cold winter afternoons with a cup of tea. I served them with gluten-free vegan margarine and cranberry sauce or chutney. If you like these scones, you might also like these sweeter versions… Gluten-Free, Vegan Cream Tea and Gluten-Free, Vegan […]
Your Essential Guide To Gluten-Free, Vegan Alcoholic Drinks
All You Need to Know About GFV Booze – and More The labelling of alcoholic drinks in the UK and Europe is not subject to the same rules, regulations and guidance as food and (non-alcoholic) drink. The labelling of alcohol is inconsistent and the labelling required by law does not enable the vegan consumer to […]
Mulled Cider
Step Away from the Mulling Spice Mulled Cider is perfect for cold winter evenings when you want something to get you in the spirit of a party or celebration. Less alcoholic than mulled wine this is the perfect option when you have lots of guests. You don’t need dusty boxes of mulling spice to make […]