Hello, from the desert island Kingdom of Bahrain, once again. I’ve had a really great week in London (tales of which will be shared soon), but boarded yesterday’s plane home sufficiently exhausted. Who knew relaxing could be so taxing! Moving on, it’s finally time to address what is without a doubt the number one question…
Express Post: The Adjustable Vegan
Hello, and a happy jubilee from the nation’s capital! This post is very aptly named as I am currently writing from an express train to central London (thanks to the wonder that is on-board wifi). Since I left you last, I’ve managed to pack away my life into boxes, (which are now hopefully en route…
Gluten Free Muesli Mix
This is the sound of freedom. Can you hear it? Yes, I did just quote Bob Sinclar , but with good reason. As of 11:15 AM yesterday, I was officially relieved of any and all of my academic duties as an undergraduate student. Of course, my results are still pending and my actual graduation ceremony isn’t for…
Buckwheat, Beet and Carob Pancakes
The last time I was in Bahrain, I picked up a jar of carob molasses. Although a loyal date molasses fan , I’d heard so many good things about carob, or Kharrub as it’s called in Arabic, so I snapped it up when I spotted it at a local natural foods store. Some background info, courtesy of the world…
Hummus Beiruti
I spent the summer after my first year of university desperately trying to intern at whichever agencies would take me. Luckily, my mom who’s something of a PR maven helped set up a good few interviews (never underestimate the power of a connection or a “ wasta ” as we call it in Bahrain). In the interim,…