Tag: vegan
-
Useful Things to Know as a Vegetarian or Vegan in Bali
It is very easy to find vegetarian, vegan or even raw food in Bali. Especially in the touristic areas of Canggu, Seminyak, Kuta, and Ubud. Also the less touristic Sanur, where we did pet sitting for six weeks, has some options. To be honest, I wasn’t that impressed with some of the very high rated…
-
Useful things to know as a Vegetarian or Vegan in Laos
My first time in Laos in 2015 I ate a lot of rice soups and fruits. Culinary, it definitely wasn’t my highlight in Asia. Since Laos was colonised by France, until it won autonomy in 1949, the baguettes are part of the Laos culture. As a lover of the Asian cuisine I wasn’t fond of…
-
Thailand Travel Guide: Food, Beaches, and Attractions
Thailand has drawn me back multiple times, each visit offering a unique experience. My first trip was in June/July 2012 for three weeks, followed by a month in 2015, and another month in May 2019. What makes Thailand so special? The incredible food, beautiful beaches (south), relaxing massages, rich culture, friendly people, and endless sunshine.…
-
Travel as a vegan in Eastern Europe
It wasn’t hard to travel as a vegan in Eastern Europe. The Mediterranean climate produces delicious vegetables and fruits. Grains, nuts, and seeds are easy to buy in most grocery stores. So if you have a kitchen it is easy to prepare tasty, balanced and filling meals. We met some people who never thought about…
-
Vegan Carbonara
Carbonara is a pasta dish with bacon, egg and cheese and is one of the classics of the Italian cuisine. After my boyfriend raved about a vegan version we had in an Italian restaurant, I was inspired to surprise him with my own creation. Since then it has been one of his favourite dishes. To…
-
Traditional Mediterranean Hummus
Since a dear friend introduced me to hummus, I have been preparing it quite often. The word originates from the Arabic and means “chickpea”. It is an oriental specialty consisting of pureed chickpeas and sesame paste. It goes great together with roasted vegetables (e.g. potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, and beetroot) or pita bread. If you…
-
Why has long-term stress such a big impact on your health and what can you do about it?
Photo: Anna Pelosi Do you have difficulty relaxing and calming the mind? Do you react easily frustrated and moody? Do you often have an upset stomach? Frequent colds and infections? Restless nights? Increased use of alcohol? Grinding teeth in the night? Do you have difficulty concentrating and recall a memory? Long-term stress is one of…
-
Muhammara Dip
Muhammara is a roasted red pepper dip from the Middle East with walnuts, pistachio and pomegranate molasses. It tastes sweet, sour, smoky, salty, and is a little bit spicy. For a nut-free version, use sunflower seeds instead of walnuts and pistachios. Serve with fresh pita bread, crackers, vegetable sticks, or Belgian endive. Or use it…
-
Lavender cinnamon semolina pudding with chocolate sauce
My godchild inspired me to this recipe. Lavender has a distinctive taste with a hint of mint and rosemary and has a calming and analgesic effect. Semolina pudding is prepared in less than 10 min. and should then cool down for a few hours so that it solidifies. Fresh lavender can be stored in the…
-
Food is my medicine
Have you ever tried black quinoa? The past two years I spent in Central and South America I ate quinoa for breakfast every day. Quinoa has a lot of health benefits and is one of the world’s healthiest foods (protein, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus). Back in Europe I switched back to oats. I thought quinoa only…
Minimalist Traveller 