by paulvb | Mar 31, 2022 | Recipes
Whilst we serve vegetarian food at the retreat we do not particularly promote only only plant based food. This is a great recipe from previous Billabong chef Tash who has a great new book out. Ingredients List – Serves 4 Lamb leg steak 275g Carrots any 400g...
by paulvb | Dec 16, 2021 | Recipes
From chef Tash Burbury – check out her amazing new book ‘Anything’s Possible’ Base 2 cups cooked quinoa ½ cup coconut cream ¼ cup olive oil 2 eggs, beaten 1 tsp vanilla powder 1 cup cocoa powder 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp...
by paulvb | Aug 25, 2021 | Recipes
Delicious warming winter soup from the amazing Tash Burbury Ingredients List for 4 x 750ml packs Coriander powder any 5g (1 tsp) Cumin powder any 5g Leek any 150g Garlic any 20g Turmeric any 5g Potatoes dutch cream 250g Zucchinis any 250g Water filtered 1500ml...
by paulvb | Sep 12, 2020 | Recipes
Vegan, gluten free, dairy free Ingredients: 1/4 x kent pumpkin (700g), 2cm cubes with skins on 1 cup x rice 1 cup x leek (100g), diced 2 tsp x garlic, minced 3 tbsp x curry spice mix (pg22) or curry powder of your choice 1 cup x mushrooms, either oyster or button,...
by paulvb | Feb 18, 2020 | Recipes
Vegan, refined sugar free, dairy free, gluten free This recipe is super easy, but always such a hit. I love serving mine with a little granola and berries but you can have it on its own as well. I love it as well because you get a nice hit of healthy fats and can...
by paulvb | Jan 21, 2020 | Recipes
Vegan, gluten free I love adding this recipe to my prep day. That way when I don’t have time in the morning I simply add avocado to mine and enjoy knowing that I’m still getting some veggies and complete proteins. It also freezes really well so if you make...
by paulvb | Dec 18, 2019 | Books, Recipes
Wanting to cook with more whole foods but need a little inspiration? Here are four cook books I have been loving.. The perfect Christmas gift for someone wanting to spend more time cooking delicious and healthy meals at home. WHOLE BY NATURAL HARRY This is a...
by paulvb | Nov 19, 2019 | Recipes
Vegan, gluten free, refined sugar free ABOUT Did you know that fennel actually has this amazing top part of the herb. For some reason when you buy fennel from the shops they chop off one of the best parts. My suggestion is to ask your farmer to keep the tops of the...
by paulvb | Oct 14, 2019 | Recipes
Vegan, gluten free, refined sugar free Equipment Food processor Blender Dehydrator or oven Base 3 cups x buckwheat (soaked for 10-12 hours) 8 x medium carrots 1 tsp x salt 2 tbsp x honey 3 tbsp x Italian herbs 1 1/2 cups x golden flaxseeds 1/2 cup x cold pressed olive...
by paulvb | Oct 14, 2019 | Recipes
About I love this recipe because you can make a large batch and keep them in the freezer. That way when you are craving something sweet you have a healthier option instead of reaching for a chocolate with refined sugars that are often wrapped in plastic. Better for...
by paulvb | Sep 18, 2019 | Recipes
Ghee has a whole scope of benefits. Ayurvedic traditions prescribe ghee for digestive issues, ulcers, and for its natural vitalizing properties. Only problem is, that when you buy it at the store it can cost you anywhere between $15-$45. The thing is, ghee is made by...
by paulvb | Aug 6, 2019 | Recipes
Vegan option, gluten free I have recently had a knee injury. Through lots of reading and different bits of advice, I’ve decided to support the healing with organic food, supplements, gentle movement, sunshine and meditation/visualisation. To help with the inflammation...
by paulvb | Aug 4, 2019 | Recipes
Vegan, refined sugar free, gluten free Ingredients Makes one layer of the cake Base 1/2 cup x almonds 1/2 cup x cashews or macadamia (or mixture of both) 1/2 cup x cacao powder 1 cup x soaked dates (soak in boiling water) pinch x salt (preferably celtic or pink salt)...
by paulvb | Jul 22, 2019 | Nutrition
What’s the difference between Cadbury chocolate and the chocolate we make? A few different reasons but one of them being cacao! The difference between cocOA and cacAO is simple. Raw cacao is made by cold-pressing cacao (unroasted cacao beans). The process keeps...
by paulvb | Jul 22, 2019 | Nutrition
Turmeric is a popular ingredient in Ayurvedic medicine with numerous health benefits. It is filled with antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, antiseptic agents, anti-fungal agents and anti-bacterial agents. Turmeric contains a compound called curcumin, which contains all...
by paulvb | May 27, 2019 | Recipes
Gluten free, vegan, refined sugar free Ingredients (makes 10) 5 x red capsicum 1 1/2 x cups of quinoa 1 cup x kidney beans or one can x organic kidney beans 1/4 cup x cashews 1/2 cup x black olives (without pips) 1 x medium brown onion 2 cloves x garlic 4 x medium...
by paulvb | May 26, 2019 | Recipes
Gluten free, vegan A perfect companion on those cold winter nights! Ingredients 1 x medium size Jap (Kent) pumpkin 1 tsp x coriander seeds 1 tsp x fennel seeds 1 tsp x cumin seeds 1 tsp x fenugreek seeds 2 tbsp x fresh rosemary 1/2 tsp x black pepper 1 tsp x celtic...
by paulvb | May 2, 2019 | Recipes
Gluten free, vegan, refined sugar free Ingredients 1 cup x frozen raspberries 1/2 cup x cashews 1 can x coconut cream 4 tbsp x maple syrup 1/2 tsp x vanilla 1/4 cup x melted coconut oil juice and zest of 1 lemon Optional: 1 tsp x lucuma powder 1 tsp x Reishi mushrooms...
by paulvb | May 2, 2019 | Recipes
Gluten free, vegan, refined sugar free The perfect recipe to add to your prep day so that when you’re craving something to pick you up in the afternoon you’re not always reaching for something with sugar. We love having a batch of these in our freezer for...
by paulvb | Mar 10, 2019 | Recipes
WHY FERMENTING ISN’T SCARY “As far as I know, there has never been a documented case of food-borne illness from fermented vegetables. Risky is not a word I would use to describe vegetable fermentation. It is one of the oldest and safest technologies we have”. –...
by paulvb | Feb 4, 2019 | Recipes
Gluten free, vegan, sugar free Serves: 4 INGREDIENTS: 1 x capsicum 1/2 bunch x kale 1 cup x rocket 1 cup x roast veggies (see separate recipe) 1/4 cup x fresh herbs (whatever is in season) 1 x ripe avocado 1 tbsp x olive oil 1 tbsp x apple cider vinegar Salt and...
by paulvb | Feb 1, 2019 | Recipes
Gluten free, vegan, sugar free Serves: 8 Ingredients 1 x medium size Jap (Kent) pumpkin (or root vegetables of choice) 3 tsp x whole seed spice mix (think fennel, coriander seeds, cumin, etc) 2 tbsp x fresh rosemary 1/2 tsp x black pepper 1 tsp...
by paulvb | Nov 6, 2018 | Recipes
Vegan, gluten free Coconut yogurt can be expensive. If you are dairy intolerant or just love the taste of coconut yogurt why not make your own! I love serving mine on top of activated granola or chia cups. It’s super simple, probiotic rich, creamy and delicious....
by paulvb | Oct 30, 2018 | Nutrition, Wellness
Eating healthy can be tricky. For most of us, the discourse around nutrition and diet has come a long way since we zoned out whilst being fed the importance of the food pyramid or meat and two veg. Yet somewhat lucky and unlucky for us, many people are now zoning...
by paulvb | Oct 16, 2018 | Meditation
It feels like such a buzz word at the moment. Before I did a meditation course, to me, it felt like yet another thing to add to the to-do list. Meditation (according to Buddhism ideology) is basically focusing on one thing. When practiced regularly, it enables the...
by paulvb | Oct 16, 2018 | Recipes
Gluten free, refined sugar free Makes 1 large loaf INGREDIENTS: Slice 1/2 cup x coconut oil, melted 1/2 cup x honey or sweeter of choice 3 x eggs or 3 x flax eggs (3 tablespoons of flax to 2 tablespoons filtered water) 1 tsp x vanilla powder 1/2 tsp x bicarbonate soda...
by paulvb | Sep 18, 2018 | Recipes
Vegan, gluten free, refined sugar free This recipe is so versatile. I make both the pesto and the herbed chilli and just keep them in my fridge and add them to anything really. Dip fresh bread in the oil or add to a salad. Add the pesto to pasta (I recommend buckwheat...
by paulvb | Sep 18, 2018 | Recipes
Vegan, gluten free, refined sugar free My Mum finally shared her ratatouille recipe and now I am sharing it with the world! A french classic and a dish I lived on growing up. It’s packed with so many veggies and is great as a main or a side dish. INGREDIENTS: 8...
by paulvb | May 15, 2018 | Recipes
Ingredients 3/4 cup ice cold water 400g of cooked chickpeas 200g of cooked white beans juice of 1 lemon 1 clove of garlic tsp of cumin tsp of turmeric 1/3 cup of tahini 1 cup of roast pumpkin 1 tsp of salt Method Preheat oven to 180 degrees. Place sliced pumpkin...
by paulvb | Apr 19, 2018 | Recipes
This bread is packed full of nutrient-dense fibre, protein, healthy fats like omega-3 & omega-6, carbohydrates (from nuts + seeds), vitamins and minerals. Free from gluten, dairy, eggs and refined sugar. Ingredients: 1 cup of quinoa or brown rice 1/2 cup ...
by paulvb | Apr 1, 2018 | Recipes
Stuffed eggplant on leek puree makes 8 serves Ingredients 2 large eggplants 1 cup cooked quinoa (make sure you have soaked before cooking to aid digestion) 1 small red onion diced and sautéed in coconut oil 6 medjool dates pipped and chopped 1 capsicum diced 1/4 cup...
by paulvb | Mar 20, 2018 | Recipes
A balancing comfort food, filled with fibre, protein and complex carbohydrates. Kitchari is often given as an Ayurvedic remedy to people who need rejuvenation from chronic exhaustion, poor digestion, or an over-toxic system. This seriously tasty kitchari offers warmth...
by paulvb | Mar 6, 2018 | Recipes
Starting your internal fire with a bang in the morning. Have this hit of health (preferably half an hour before you eat) every morning to help boost start your metabolism, boost your immune system, aid digestion, repair cells, balance your pH, cleans your urinary...
by paulvb | Feb 22, 2018 | Recipes
Using all Natural Sugars. Dairy Free, Gluten free and Vegan Ingredients: Base 1/2 cup of almonds 1/2 cup of cashews or macadamia (or mixture of both) 1/2 cup of cacao powder 1 cup of soaked dates (soak in boiling water) pinch of salt (preferably celtic or pink salt)...
by paulvb | Feb 13, 2018 | Recipes
Thai Sweet Potato Patties Ingredients 3 x medium sweet potato grated (skin can be left on if organic) 2 tablespoons x coconut oil zest x 1 lime 2 x large leaves of silverbeet finely chopped 2 x organic free range eggs beaten 1 tablespoon x fresh chopped coriander 2...
by paulvb | Jan 22, 2018 | Recipes
Makes 12 slices Biscuit layer 1 cup almond meal 1 cup dried macadamia 1 cup cashews 1 cup pitted soaked dates with 1/4 cup of date water 1/4 tsp celtic salt 2 tbsp melted cold-pressed coconut oil 1 tbsp maca powder 1 tsp of wattle seed powder 2 shots of espresso Cream...
by paulvb | Dec 5, 2017 | Recipes
Quinoa salad with turmeric and mountain pepper dressing Salad (makes 6 serves) 2 capsicum 1 fennel with long tips if possible 1 cup of cooked quinoa (soaked first and then cooked) 6 generous hand full of fresh organic greens half a purple cabbage 1/4 cup of finely...
by paulvb | Oct 19, 2017 | Recipes
This raw carrot cake is GF, DF, Sugar free and packed with veggies, nuts and natural fruits. Plus its delicious! Ingredients Make 16 serves Carrot cake layer 1 1/4 cups of almonds 1 1/4 cup of cashews 2 cups of shredded coconut 1 1/2 cups almond meal (or pulp from...
by paulvb | Sep 28, 2017 | Recipes
Ingredients 500g of moog dal Home made vegetable stock (or water) Half medium size pumpkin cubed about 1cm 2 carrots diced 1 leek diced 1/4 cup of fresh grater ginger (loosely packed) 2 teaspoons of coriander seeds 2 teaspoons of cumin seeds 2 table spoons of coconut...
by paulvb | Sep 25, 2017 | Recipes
Makes 1 large loaf Ingredients 1/2 cup of coconut oil, melted 1/2 cup honey 3 eggs or 3 flax eggs (3 tablespoons of flax to 2 tablespoons filtered water) 2 teaspoons vanilla powder 1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate soda 2 1/2 teaspoons aluminum free baking powder 1 teaspoons...
by paulvb | Sep 18, 2017 | Recipes
Another amazing cake from Billabong chef Tash Burbury Ingredients 1/3 cup milk (I used almond) 4 eggs (can also use chia egg replacements) 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups of cooked quinoa (make sure you soak your quinoa before cooking for better digestion) 1/4 cup melted...
