Recipes/Blog This is the very first Indian dish I learned to cook! My love for Indian cuisine was a slow burn, not love at first sight. Growing up in a traditional Italian family, the flavours I was familiar with included tomato, basil, rosemary, and parmesan cheese. Exotic spices and heat were entirely new to me.
Recipes/Blog I was never a huge fan of kale until I created this salad adding crunchy roasted chickpeas. It also helped once I learned how to prepare kale properly – more on that below. Now, it’s a salad I love to eat. Even my husband who told me he hates kale, said, “This salad’s the
Transitioning to a Plant-Based Diet: My Personal Experience and Tips Are you considering transitioning to a wholefood diet that is better for the environment, your health and animals alike? If the answer is yes, perhaps a plant-based diet could work really well for you. I’ve been plant-based now for 17 years. And I use the
Recipes/Blog Marrying into an Indian family 20 years ago, Indian cuisine has become something I have grown to love over time. Having been born into an Italian family my palate was very accustomed to Mediterranean cuisine, and adjusting to new flavours took some time.Now I must say that Indian cuisine is on the top of
Happy 2nd Birthday Wholesome Bellies – Divine Internention LHow often do we pause, and take stock of who we are and where we are? We’re always in a rush to do more, be more! I know I’m guilty of that too! Here’s the thing, for me, Wholesome Bellies was never about doing more or having
Recipes/Blog Let’s dive right into a classic favourite – Lasagna. I mean, who doesn’t have a soft spot for those layers of pasta, sauce, and deliciousness? This isn’t your typical Bolognese Lasagna. This is my plant-based/vegan bolognese version that’s about to give your taste buds a wholesome ride. So, let’s get cooking and create a
Recipes/Blog Deliciously Wholesome: Plant-Based Spaghetti Bolognese I don’t know anyone that has refused a Bolognese sauce in their life. I mean, the texture, full-bodied flavour, tossed through carbs, hasto be the most nourishing dish ever. Well, that ended for me when I became vegetarian. The bolognese lasagna and home-made fettucine bolognese my mum so often
Recipes/Blog Growing up, there was always something magical about my mum’s risotto. um made risotto all the time. Being an Italian chef, in a gorgeous restaurant on the Gold Coast, is where my mum and dad started their restaurant. After a big night of service, we would often all end the night with a big
Recipes/Blog If you’re looking for a quick and easy snack that’s a healthier alternative to fried potato chips, then look no further than these flavourful polenta chips. The secret to making them extra tasty is to use instant polenta and flavour the stock you cook it in. While plain water can result in a bland
My Story – How I landed where I am today My plant-based journey began in July 2007. The sudden passing of my father, Franco, at 62, shook me to my core. Cause of death – heart attack. It came from nowhere. Only a week after completing his first half marathon, he passed away suddenly during
Recipes/Blog Polenta? Yes, this is a great cake ingredient, especially for our gluten-free friends. The mix of flour in this cake (almond flour, gluten-free flour, and polenta) makes a great combination and texture. If you love an afternoon tea cake, then this one is for you! It’s moist, doesn’t require any icing, and is perfect
Recipes/Blog Lately, I’ve been a little obsessed with tahini and the many health benefits of sesame seeds, making this dish more appealing! The best part? This dish requires only five minutes of prep time, and another five minutes to whip up the dressing while it bakes in the oven. It’s a great option for busy
Recipes/Blog Are you a fan of sweet treats that are not only delicious but also healthy? If yes, then you’re going to love this ANZAC BISCUIT recipe! As you know, ANZAC biscuits are a classic Australian and New Zealand delicacy. They’re made using oats, flour, and sugar, but I’ve put my own twist on them
Recipes/Blog Sugo: The traditional Italian pasta sauce for any occasion This recipe is so simple that you’ll want to make it again and again. And as the preparation time is short, whipping up a big batch at once makes sense — you can then freeze some for later. The sauce is delicious on pasta, zucchini
Recipes/Blog Involtini di Melanzane is a beautiful meatless dish. When you eat Involtini de Melazane you feel the nourishment and love that its ingredients have. It’s light dish and extremely tasty. Involtini di Melanzane needs some preparation time, but worth every single minute. Eggplant Involtini is a vegan dish with eggplant and thinly sliced
