Someone mentioned to me the other day that people expect vegan desserts to be healthy. I loved that vegan has the healthy reputation and that actually had me thinking of all the unhealthy vegan things I have had, like croissants, Victorian sponge, wedding cake with a sugary butter icing, lamingtons and the list goes on and on.
Vegan doesn’t have to be healthy and then it can also be super healthy. The vast majority of what I cook is wholefoods so it is healthy.
Not always healthy but healthier than the non plant-based version
Have you travelled in North India? If yes you will be very familiar with Rajma beans (Rajma dhal). Wikipedia tells me that Rajma dhal originated after kidney beans were brought over from Mexico. Mexican and Indian cuisine are two of my all time favourite cuisines so knowing of this fusion makes me happy.
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What an exciting time it has been, buying our first home together. As regular readers know that was a big journey in itself and then the move was BIG especially after nine years in one rental house. I love our new home and can’t wait to start courses and individual sessions in my new kitchen. It is a fabulous space which I look forward to sharing with you all either in person or online.
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It’s children’s recipe this week and the lovely Paula who is half way through the vegan chef training has once again developed a recipe for us. Paula’s last recipe was a winner and so is this one.
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