These stuffed aubergines are a sophisticated meal that anyone can make. They're filling, healthy and delicious. What's not to love? Recipe notes: VEGANGLUTEN-FREEHIGH PROTEINMAIN OR LIGHT MEALREADY IN 30 MINUTES Aubergines have a fantastic flavour and make a great alternative to stuffed peppers. Their boat-like shape means you can stuff them full of lentil goodness. … Continue reading Stuffed Aubergines
So, you've recently graduated from university. The last few years have been a whirlwind of stress, excitement and emotion. If you were like me and didn't have any big plans straight after graduating, it can feel like the brakes have suddenly been put on. Everything comes to a halt. No more deadlines. No more exams. … Continue reading Graduated: now what?
This vegan chilli is a fantastic recipe full of healthy nutrients. It's a warming, hearty dish that's perfect for the colder months! It has the perfect combination of herbs and spices that form a rich, tasty sauce. Once you've cracked the bolognese, you simply add it to your rice. Recipe notes: VeganGluten-free (depending on whether … Continue reading Warming Lentil Chilli
We've all heard about greenhouse gasses, single-use plastic and pollution damaging our environment. But what about meat, eggs, dairy and fish? Cowspiracy exposed the environmental issues surrounding agriculture and fishing that have been hidden from us. It ended the silence forced upon environmental charities and activists by the government. They have been unable to reveal … Continue reading Why a plant-based diet is the most sustainable
If you're searching for a delicious, easy vegan ramen recipe then look no further! This ramen recipe made MISO happy, I just had to share it with you guys. I conjured up this Thai treat from the ingredients in my cupboard. So you won't need to scour the world food section for this dish. It's … Continue reading Wagamamas-style vegan ramen
You've probably heard the word sustainable being thrown around. From ethical clothing to reusable coffee cups, there's a whole range of 'sustainable' products out there. But what is sustainable living? Living sustainably aims towards living in harmony with the environment, rather than against it. It's a lifestyle that focuses on protecting our environment, society and … Continue reading Shedding light on sustainable living
Can't stop scrolling? Here's some inspiration of things to do instead of being on your phone, with the added bonus of mindfulness techniques. 1. Read a book Reading is a beautiful habit to cultivate. It's remarkable how fictional worlds entice us into a completely unreal world, where facts and reality do not apply. The more … Continue reading 15 things to do instead of scrolling
As a design editor for the University of Nottingham's IMPACT magazine, I was asked to write a collaborative piece on what I would like to see in the future. As soon as I opened the blank word document, I felt the words just flowed easily. I clearly needed to express my thoughts on the topic! … Continue reading What I would like to see in the future
After sitting in a philosophy lecture today, I realised that philosophy makes you question EVERYTHING. Including teaching. Image source We discussed Andy Fisher and Jonathan Tallant’s alternative view of teaching. It was so interesting I decided to write a blog about it! What is teaching? 1. Learning Teaching is when someone learns, right? Not necessarily! Picture this: Freddie … Continue reading Do we need a new concept of teaching? (UoN Philosophy Lecture)
Creativity has always been a stress outlet for me. Getting "in the zone" stills my mind. Whilst I'm painting, drawing, playing music or colouring I'm not thinking of ANYTHING ELSE. Art is an underrated form of therapy. People are too busy to sit down and paint a pretty picture. Yet, we can spend hours scrolling … Continue reading Creative therapy – Pretty Pots, Staffordshire
Recipe for Mindfulness 