Kelp (or “kombu” in Japanese) is really good for both you and the planet. It’s packed full of minerals (calcium, copper, iodine and iron), polyunsaturated amino acid. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends a ratio of omega 6 : omega 3 of less than 10, but this ratio for kombu is 1, which is fantastic!…
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Italian people are renowned for their longevity and it’s no surprise when you consider they eat such super healthy foods like pesto. They are accustomed to using a plethora of herbs with olive oils and really value the freshness of food and preserving its flavour. Pesto is not only extremely healthy but it’s also something…
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My mother-in-law has always baked a lovely lemon cake based on a recipe handed down through generations in her family. However, my son and his cousin have never been able to enjoy it because of their allergies. Sadly, any attempts to create a version that is gluten-free and vegan have always failed to get the…
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The older I get the more I crave for Japanese cuisine from my childhood days. Goma Ae (prounced as “a-e” separately not “ae”) is basically translated as ‘sesame mix’. Traditionally this is made with french beans mixing a sesame seed paste that consists of sesame seeds, soya sauce, sugar and mirin (some people also add…
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Please note: All of our communications with food manufacturers are time stamped so you know when any allergy information is being provided. As this information may change over time, please make sure you check packaging labels and contact the manufacturer if necessary. I love these snack bars because they are handy, especially when I am…
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