Puff-puffs are deep fried dough balls that are crispy on the outside, nice and fluffy on the inside. They are a popular delicacy in West Africa, Nigeria where I spent most of my childhood. Typically served as a snack at…
Easy Pasta Salad – Italian-Style
It’s that time of the year for pasta salad. It’s spring over here and with the weather warming up slowly, I can’t think of anything better than this easy pasta salad for a quick lunch or dinner. Super healthy, and…
Gluten-Free Waffles Recipe
There are a lot of Gluten-free waffle recipes available on the internet. Many using gluten-free plain flour, almond flour or buckwheat flour. I prefer to use Oat Flour in this gluten-free waffles recipe. Simply because oats are affordable and easy…
Date Energy Balls
I love how versatile energy balls are and wish I’d known of them years ago. They are no-bake and ready in just 15 minutes. So easy to make and make a super healthy snack. These are Great for lunchboxes and…
Mango Tart
This Mango tart recipe uses fresh ripe delicious mangoes topped with any fruits you have available. It makes a lovely fruity dessert and certainly ideal as a summer party dessert that is stunning and sure to turn heads. Growing up…
Kiwi Banana Smoothie
This Kiwi Banana smoothie has the perfect balance of sweet, sour and nutty flavour. All in one glass. The yoghurt, milk and banana gives it some extra creaminess with just the right amount of sourness from the kiwi. We have…
Oven Baked Plantains
Plantains are a close relative of Bananas. However, they are much larger, starchier and must be cooked before eating. Oven Baked Sweet plantains are perfect as a side dish or to have as a quick snack. They are delicious eaten…
Work-Life Balance | 5 ways to Reclaim Control when Working from Home
I was quite relieved to have been given the option to work from home last year when news of the pandemic broke. I felt safer knowing that I could now, in some ways, limit my interaction with others. Thankfully, working…
Chia pudding recipe – layered with fruits
With the kids being home all the time, I often find myself forgetting to eat lunch or breakfast sometimes. I know.. I know.. Not good enough. I have to admit though, that it has been a constant struggle juggling homeschooling,…
Moving Abroad Checklist | The Ultimate Relocation Guide
Moving abroad can be very exciting but also a very daunting and stressful process. So much to do before you leave and a lot to learn about your destination country. Having a checklist when moving abroad is a great way…
Sweet Potato Couscous
Sweet potato Couscous is a firm favourite in my home. The sweet potato is seasoned with mixed spice to complement the sweetness perfectly. Then baked in the oven to help retain some firmness. Mixed spice is typically a blend of…
Blueberry Smoothie without yoghurt or milk
Smoothies are a favourite in my home! Perfect for post-workout breakfast, a quick lunch fix or just to satisfy sweet cravings in the evenings. They are super quick and easy to make and is a healthy substitute for carton juices,…