Cosy spaces.

Having a cosy space is exhilarating. It’s the fulfilment of every childhood cubby house dream, a daily adventure worthy of the Swiss Family Robinson. Having somewhere that is all yours? A secret hidey hole to run to across the frosty grass while the ocean roars up the valley? It’s a dollop of self-sufficiency that not much…

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Vegan black bean brownies (GF)

  Beans are a vegan’s best friend. High in protein and carbohydrates, they’re low GI and super satisfying. Bean-based brownies have been kicking around for a while, but I’d never experimented with a recipe. Until now. This afternoon the tin of black beans in the cupboard caught my eye. Hey, it seemed to say. It’s brownie time. Give this…

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Amaze balls

Bliss balls are a vegan treat staple. While I was wandering last year I stumbled across a delicious concoction based on dates, nuts and oats that carried me through many adventures: climbing Mt Snowdon, hiking the Pembrokeshire coast path, or even just brightening up a rainy afternoon with a cup of tea. When I came…

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