Irish Moss Smoothie

Irish Moss Smoothie

A delicious and deeply nourishing irish moss Ital smoothie by our chef Sharon Gardner. She tells us Irish moss is a traditional drink consumed in the Caribbean which has been purported to have a variety of benefits. Traditionally, one of those benefits included supporting a man’s reproductive health, so it was often made and given to men for this purpose! Today, sea moss (the main ingredient in Irish moss) has become one of the most sort after health foods on the market. Some of those health benefits include zinc (which actually supports reproductive health) so the old folk knew what they were talking about! As well as nutrients that support the immune system, magnesium and calcium for muscle health, iodine for the thyroid and pre and pro biotic properties for a gut health. Traditionally, in the Caribbean this drink would have been made on the stove, boiling the sea moss to extract the properties, however with modern knowledge one of the best ways to consume it is actually to create a raw gel and add to a smoothie. 

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Kunyit Asam - Turmeric Ginger Tonic

Kunyit Asam - Turmeric Ginger Tonic

This delicious summer tonic recipe is by Sten, East London local, and Founder of Sten's Jamu.  

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Masala chai

Masala chai

Why not make yourself a lovely mug of comforting chai, it's packed full of flavours and gives your kithcen a lovely aroma. Recipe by our social media assistant Nav.

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Ugu and Pineapple Juice

Ugu and Pineapple Juice

This fabulous recipe is created by Nigerian food blogger, MIH teacher and cookery book author Duchess Nena and is featured in her new book cookery book Igbo Vegan. Jump to end of the recipe for the link to the book - you won't regret it. 

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Spiced Hot Chocolate

Spiced Hot Chocolate

This cosy drink is a lovely twist on regular hot chocolate. It's simple to make and bursting with warming festive spices! 

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Immunitea 

Immunitea 

This tea was included by Chef Steve Wilson's January Health Kick class. It's a warming tea packed with vitamin C and is perfect as a pick me up when you're feeling a bit under the weather or have a cold or sore throat coming on. 

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Fire Water

Fire Water

An immune boosting tonic not for the faint hearted! 

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Chocolate Reishi Latte 

Chocolate Reishi Latte 

This fancy latte is a hug and health boost in a cup. Reishi is a trendy health food ingredient that's actually worth investing in as it has a wealth of research and centuries of use in Asia - it being used in cancer prevention and treatment (as part of wider treatment programme), to boost the immune system and to combat fatigue. 

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Cosy Bedtime Tea

Cosy Bedtime Tea

The ritual of making a bedtime tea can be enough to calm the mind. Chamomile and lavender sooth the nervous system and tone the parasympathetic nervous system, stimulating our ‘rest-and-digest’ mode – the ideal state before bed. Chamomile also helps to reduce excess cortisol, a stress hormone which can be damaging in large amounts. Chamomile can ease stomach cramps and may also be helpful in preventing migraines. 

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Jamu Kunyit Tonic

Jamu Kunyit Tonic

Families in Bali have been brewing this ancient turmeric tonic, for more than 5,000 years. Not only is it said to keep your health problems at bay, it's also known as the 'love potion'...

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Summer Berry Smoothie

Summer Berry Smoothie

A delicious smoothie perfect as part of your breakfast or instead of a dessert!

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Turmeric Latte

Turmeric Latte

Known as ‘golden milk’ in India this delicious coffee/tea alternative is delicious, warming and uplifting. Said to be anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and a digestive aid, turmeric contains curcumin, an active ingredient said to halt an enzyme that may be responsible for turning environmental toxins into carcinogens in the body. Makes two servings. 

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Sunshine Juice

Sunshine Juice

This zingy juice is the ultimate pick me up when feeling tired or run down. 

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Super Green Juice

Super Green Juice

One of the best ways to boost your health and begin to repair years of damage is with juicing. Try this delicious Green Detox Juice

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Autumn Power Smoothie

Autumn Power Smoothie

Energy boosting tasty power smoothie using blackberries. 

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Thrifty Feasts II - Recipe Book

Learn how to shop and eat for less with recipes that are good for people and planet.

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Thrifty Feasts - Recipe Book

Learn how to shop and eat for less with recipes that are good for people and planet.

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