On vegan food, and how much better it is now...

My thoughts about books, writing, life and so many other things….Judy Leigh/ Elena Collins.
On vegan food, and how much better it is now...
Here are some examples of delicious food in gorgeous locations...
The dilemma of when to complain and when to stay silent.
I’ve always been bit of a wimp about cooking a meal for just myself. I’m a dry-biscuits and a bit of fruit or a bowl of soup kind of girl if I’m on my own. It doesn’t bring the same amount of enjoyment, cooking for one, dining alone. Sharing is nice, eating with others is …
As the worst of lockdown is over, despite wide predictions of another possible ‘wave’, we are all looking forward to the summer and the chance to travel again, whether it is to the nearest beach, or to see much-missed friends, or to somewhere distant but safe. It will be lovely to spend time in the …
I don't like puddings but everyone else I know seems to love them. At this time of year, when it becomes a bit damp and cool, puddings are a go-to comfort food. There are a lot of apples around at the moment and blackberries are in abundance and free if you're prepared to pick them …
Continue reading Guilt-free bramble crumble (and dutch apple cake)
I made this when we were getting a little low on ingredients in the house. We did have a packet of tortillas, a tin of jackfruit, and a few vegetables. With a few salad leaves and some rice, it served three, but could have served four! Rinse and drain the jackfruit and place it in …
In these times when people might want to cheer themselves up with an indulgent cake but there are no eggs available, this plant-based, chocolatey Victoria sponge is a great substitute and easy to make. It’s a recipe I use all the time and, although you can jazz it up by adding your favourite extra ingredients, …
I have big plans for lock down. The imposed isolation is for our own good and I’m going to try to turn the challenge into an opportunity. I will do my usual amount of walking and going to the gym, which is just a bike and a running machine and a mat upstairs, and I …
Continue reading A book and a bite: plant-based recipes to lock down to…
Imagine the scene. A woman walks into a restaurant. ‘I’m hungry,’ she says. ‘What’s for lunch?’ The waiter hands her a menu, and she peruses the list: chicken pie, omelettes, fish cakes, macaroni cheese, and several other choices. Then the waiter points to the specials board. ‘We also have beef stroganoff, tuna bake, sausage and …
Continue reading Frustrated are the vegans for they shall not eat (sometimes)…