Organic Pumpkin and Coconut Cream Soup

Bannie Williams makes this organic pumpkin soup every week or two to pull out for an easy, nutritious and vegetarian meal. Makes 4 large bowls INGREDIENTS 1-1.5kg of organic pumpkin (I use kent) 1L vegetable stock 1 medium sized leek 1tsp red curry paste Coriander to garnish Olive oil for frying 200ml organic coconut cream METHOD 1 Cut the skin off the pumpkin and chop into…

ByBannie Williams03/02/2025

Wellness & Health

Top Five Tips for a Better Sleep

Ensuring we get enough sleep is an extremely important aspect of our lifestyle. Not only does sleep allow the mind and body to recover, but it contributes to energy levels, productivity and frame of mind. These are my top tips to help you drift into a peaceful and harmonious slumber. 1. Decrease the caffeine It's a…

ByBannie Williams20/01/2025

Healthy Quick & Easy

Middle Eastern Salad With Lemon Yoghurt Dressing

This nutrient dense salad can be served as a side, or as a light meal for two. You could also toss through some grilled organic lamb for added protein and substance. Serves 4 as a side salad, or 2 as a light meal. INGREDIENTS Salad 2 handfuls of fresh rocket Approx. 300g baked pumpkin 1 medium cucumber, sliced into batons 1…

ByBannie Williams24/06/2023

Food & Drink Healthy Quick & Easy

Kale Chips Recipe

Long gone are the days of snacking on highly processed snacks and bowls of chips. These quick and easy kale chips are the perfect crunchy snack or accompaniment to any meal. High in iron, calcium and anti-oxidants, these kale sensations will leave you addicted and nourished. Serves 3-4 INGREDIENTS 1 bunch of fresh kale Olive or coconut oil (preferably…

ByBannie Williams05/04/2023

Food & Drink Healthy Nutrition

The Healthy Ingredient Yummy Organic Hot Cross Buns Recipe

This is my recipe for Organic Hot Cross Buns, devised in the THI kitchen especially for our Easter health-conscious readers. There is no denying that Easter can result in one huge blur of chocolate bunnies, food comas and an abundance of alcohol. However, with this festive recipe you will be able to keep your health in…

ByBannie Williams05/04/2023

Healthy Quick & Easy

Tofu With Soba Noodles & Kale

Serves 2 generously INGREDIENTS 2 serves soba noodles, cooked according to instructions The leaves off half a bunch of organic kale, stalks trimmed 1 cup baked pumpkin 120g organic firm tofu chopped into cubes 1 handful raw cashews 1/2 or whole an avocado (optional, I always add avo) 2TBS soy sauce Coconut oil for frying Dressing 3TBS sesame oil 1TBS kejap manis 1/2 stevia stick 1TBS lemon juice 2TBS soy…

ByBannie Williams14/01/2023

Healthy Quick & Easy

Carrot Cake Smoothie Recipe

Yes, you read that correctly. Carrot Cake Smoothie. I have combined my two loves: Smoothies and Carrot Cake & turned it into an epically decadent, nutrient dense, flavor sensation. When I informed my mother of this life changing kitchen moment, her response was "did you just blend a carrot cake?" No mum. Because…

ByBannie Williams11/01/2023

Hair Skin & Body

Eat Your Way to Perfect Skin

The combination of using natural skin care products and implementing healthy dietary rituals, is the ultimate key to promoting a vibrant and consistent glow and to eating your way to perfect skin. Embrace Healthy Fats Healthy fats are the key when it comes to promoting nourished, plump skin. Munching on almonds, avocados and quality oils including…

ByBannie Williams26/04/2022

Baking Entertaining & Wine Healthy

Cacao Bark With Matcha & Rose Petals

This Cacao Bark recipe is gluten free, vegan, packed full of nutrients and contains the antioxidant rich super-food matcha. The perfect Easter gift or guilt free sweet treat. INGREDIENTS 200g cacao butter (1 cup melted) 1 cup raw cacao powder ¾ cup rice malt syrup 1tsp. vanilla essence 1 heaped tsp. green matcha powder Pinch sea salt 2TBS edible dried rose petals METHOD 1…

ByBannie Williams22/03/2022

Healthy Quick & Easy

Never Mind The Calories – This Is The Healthiest Chocolate Brownie Ever!

My favourite recipe is vegan, nutritious and needs absolutely no cooking. But most importantly of all, it's supremely delicious. There is no denying that the raw food movement is taking over. So with that in mind, I present you with one of the most life-changing brownie experiences any raw food lover can have. I often recommend…

ByBannie Williams02/03/2022