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Coconut Butter

Coconut Butter

After successfully attempting to make peanut butter (oh yes…super yummy!),  I decided to try making my own coconut butter…I mean…hey…I’m an islander, coconut is in my blood!!!  So I gave it a try and I love it!  I think its a bit like the cream 

Summer Smoothie

Summer Smoothie

I love summer in the tropics but sometimes I just can’t bear the heat and the burning sun!  Here’s how I cope with it; by sipping a refreshing and nutritious homemade smoothie!!! It’s pretty simple.  You just need a knife and a blender to get 

Strawberry Guava Jam

Strawberry Guava Jam

Today’s post is very Mauritian!  Strawberry Guavas are commonly known as Goyave de chine in Mauritius.  They are available in April and usually people will go to pluck them in the forests.  You will also find hawkers selling them in the busy streets of the 

Tofu Chop Suey

Tofu Chop Suey

This is a chinese inspired dish that’s easy to prepare.  The flavours work well together and you can serve it with some rice or couscous.  You can also use chicken and fish instead of Tofu for a non-veg version. Ingredients: 250 g Tofu (Cut into 

Chocolate & Avocado Mousse

Chocolate & Avocado Mousse

This sounds like the weirdest combination ever but it actually works!  This vegan/vegetarian friendly dessert is surprisingly easy to prepare and requires just a few ingredients.  It’s also a guilt-free treat and the taste of avocado is almost unnoticeable in this dessert! Ingredients: 200g Dark 

Vegetable Burgers

Vegetable Burgers

If you hate eating red beans, these burgers may help you to change your mind.  Indeed, you can make some absolutely delicious burgers out of red beans and they are great for your health.  These burgers are rich in flavor and you can prepare them 

Semolina & Egg Muffins

Semolina & Egg Muffins

Oh yummy!  These cute little muffins are going to be a huge hit if you’re having guests over.  They make great starters or you can also have them for lunch!  Semolina makes them very filling and gives them just the right crispiness when you take 

Veggie Heaven Soup

Veggie Heaven Soup

This creamy vegetable soup is such a treat for the taste buds.  Furthermore, it’s healthy and does not require any artificial flavorings.  I loved it so much that i ended up having two huge bowls. Ingredients: 1 chopped onion 2 Garlic Cloves 1 large piece 

Cheese & Olive Scones

Cheese & Olive Scones

These scones are very filling and are perfect either for breakfast or even for a picnic.  You can use them to make little sandwiches and add your favorite garnish!  The Cheese/Olive combo is just perfect. Ingredients: 250g multigrain/atta flour 250g all purpose flour 3 1/2 

Cereal Bars

Cereal Bars

These cereal bars are a great choice for breakfast or as a guilt-free snack.  They are healthy and nutritious.  For breakfast I usually have them with some yogurt.  They are crunchy and yummy! Ingredients: 1 Cup quick cooking oats 1/2 Cup chopped almonds 1/2 cup