I am, in a word, exhausted. I couldn’t be happier at the fact that today marked the end of my penultimate term of final year, the past two weeks have been ridiculously hectic. My sleep, social life and general sanity have suffered greatly, but these are all things worth sacrificing temporarily in the long run….
Fluffy Buckwheat Banana Pancakes
I had every intention of going for a run on Sunday morning, but alas the weather conditions were less than ideal. The lyrics to a certain Jack Johnson song came to mind: Well can’t you see that it’s just rainin’ Ain’t no need to go outside So instead I dragged my derriere out of bed…
Top Tips for the Newly Vegan (or Health Conscious) Eater
Thanks for all the kind words about my half-marathon – it was a truly unforgettable experience and I’m glad you all enjoyed reading the re-cap as much as I did writing it! Anyways, on to the topic du jour. I (along with vegans everywhere I’m sure) am met with a spectrum of reactions from people…
Banilla, Blueberry and Yoghurt Oat Bran Muffins
It’s official. Operation freak-out-about-my- impending-half-marathon has now started. Yes, I know I’ve rambled on and on about this for long enough but the good news is it’s this Sunday, so in just 48 hours you never have to hear me talk whine about it again. A typical look at some of the panicked thoughts I’ve been having over the…
Chickpea and Sweet Potato Falafel Salad
Alright so, I’ll admit to being an Arab cliche, (vegan) food-wise that is. Present me with toast or a pita, and I’ll choose the pita any day. Give me dates – and I will eat them. All. Take me to a Lebanese restaurant, and the first three words out of my mouth will be “hummus,…
Ful Mudammas Breakfast Burrito
I often go on and on about just how vegan-friendly Egypt is, and how easy it is for me to find decent vegan fare there. I’ve been known to bore my friends and family with the extensive list of Egyptian dishes that are traditionally vegan, but I can’t help it, there are just so many….
Blueberry, Banana and Oat Breakfast Smoothie
Very rarely do I think up, make and blog a recipe all in the same day. But this, frankly, just could not wait. Of late, green smoothies have been my go-to post-run breakfasts. They’re quick, easy and provide me with the perfect pick me up I need to start off the rest of the day….
Millet Stuffed Egyptian Vine Leaves
In one of my Vegan MoFo posts way back in October, I introduced you to the wonder that is Mahshi Kousa . I initially had every intention of following up that recipe with a healthy take on vine leaves, but October came and went and the package of vine leaves remained neglected in my cupboard…