Drinks

Forget banana bread – the latest culinary lockdown trend has only three ingredients and could be on your news feed in a matter of minutes. What is dalgona coffee? If you have no idea what dalgona coffee is – you’re not alone. This frothy drink has not been on radars long. It emerged as a ‘lockdown trend’ from South Korea around February 2020, with self-isolating citizens competing to make the...

Kickstart your morning with the natural sweetness of banana and dates to give you a little boost. Try Gemswholesomekitchen's Salted Caramel Smoothie recipe! Ingredients 1 large banana 1 cup non-dairy milk of choice 5 large pitted dates 1 desert flaxseed 1 desert spoon hemp seeds...

We all know the feeling. You feel sluggish and uncomfortable, and your clothes feel tight around the middle. Perhaps it’s something you ate – salty, fatty foods are major culprits in causing bloating- or perhaps your diet is lacking in the fibre department and you’re...

It’s an age-old debate, but is tea actually better for you than coffee? Or does coffee reign supreme as the heathier option? Here, we’ll explore the pros and cons for both, to put this age-old debate to rest once and for all. Why is tea...

Its time to consider buying grapefruit next time you’re in the supermarket or green grocers! These large citrus fruits are originally from the Caribbean and get their name from the fact they grow in clusters – just like grapes! When it comes to nutrition, you’ll...

Looking for a thirst-quenching drink that’s perfect for sipping over in the summer months? Turn your attention towards iced tea. This refreshing beverage has been enjoyed around the world for centuries and it’s typically made from steeped herbal tea mixed with cool water and ice....

The crunchy, creamy taste of almonds is mild enough for both sweet and savoury dishes and the health benefits they bring can help you live your healthiest life! What are almonds? Almonds grow on the almond tree, which originated in the Middle East. It now...

Smoothies can help you reach your five-a-day in no time. And while there aren’t many rules as to what you should put in your blender, there are recipes you can follow that are designed to contribute to normal function of your immune function. We’ve listed...

Are you bored with drinking water all the time? Or maybe you’re hoping to avoid sugary drinks? Learning a few easy recipes for drinks which are not only hydrating but healthy too, is a great way to get some extra vitamins into your body. Four...

A product that most of us enjoy regularly; fresh milk has many uses. However, its fridge life is limited to only a few days, so if you have bought in bulk, it can quickly turn sour. Many people do not know that you can freeze...

Longing for a natural way to boost the health of your hair? A tea hair rinse could be just what you need! Not only does tea provide us day-long comfort sipped from a mug, it can also help your hair look its best. Tea rinses...

Quick answer: it can be! But it’s up to people like you to support sustainable coffee brands In an ideal world, all the coffee being sold would be sustainable, but the sad reality is that a lot of coffee producers put high short-term profits above...