Blog — this vegan life

You say tomato…

It’s British tomato season! To celebrate, I’ve teamed up with the British Tomato Growers’ Association to bring you some inspiring recipes. Anything to do with pastry gets a definite guzzle from me.

Read More Mango Sticky Rice

Been a while since I attempted to share a culinary creation with you – but this one is pretty foolproof, so, I’m back.

Read More Bosh Burrito Samosas

I made Bosh Burrito Samosas and was really patient while my husband took pictures of them even though I was hungry. Only the first part of that sentence is true.

Read More Banoffee Pie with Dulce de Leche

I had some culinary skills in the kitchen this weekend, but they weren’t mine. This Banoffee Pie is the result of Cakes and Travel Annie let loose, and we’re all the better for it.

Read More Not Such A Rocky Road

Good news on the catering front! I had some success in the kitchen this week with some delicious rocky roaders. Recipe taken from swish new mag Vegan Living. Huzzah!

Read More Dreamy (debatable) Cashew and Banana Ice-cream

Things in my kitchen that make me sing happy songs: bowls. Things in my kitchen that make me fly into a rage: My recipe attempts never look as good as the recipe photo. Please send more bowls. 

Read More Smith & Daughters | patatas bravas

Smith & Daughters. A cookbook that happens to be vegan. Kim Willis. A vegan who happens to cook the books terribly. But with great enthusiasm. There’s points for enthuiasm, right chef?

Read More Minimalist Baker | Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars

This swirling whirlpool of jam and peanut butter will have your guests drooling. Or going into anaphylactic shock, depending on their peanut disposition.

Read More Thug Kitchen | Carrot and Apple Muffins

Carrot and Apple Muffins – perfect for those moments when you have no blackberries, but you do have a lot of apples. Moments like this.

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