Winter

Mulled Wine/Glögg (non-alcoholic)

Mulled wine usually contains red wine combined with spices and sugar. The reason for the additional spices was to make the wine drinkable again in the old days (since it often went bad).

My favourite remedy when I have a sore throat

A Drink for Sore Throats

I don't get a sore throat often and I rarely ever get a flu or a cold (thankfully).

A very refreshing detox drink

Ginger Drink

This is a very refreshing drink, especially in the summer time, or when you have a cold. It is also good if you are detoxing.

A good remedy for iron deficiency

The Bloody Good Drink

This drink is bloody good (excuse my language)....but what I mean though is that it is especially beneficial if you are anaemic or feeling tired because prunes contain lots of iron and the orange j

A smoothie rich in fibre, antioxidants and calcium

Blueberry and Pear Smoothie

Pears are quite amazing.

Quite refreshing and lovely tea

Orange and Cinnamon Tea

I love the scent of oranges and cinnamon. There is something very soothing about that lovely combination of sweet and spicy.

An excellent detox juice, packed with vitamins

Orange, Carrot and Ginger Juice

This is a lovely juice and one you could easily buy (overpriced, mind you) in a juice bar or a health food store as it is a classic combination.

I love the orange aroma that fills the kitchen when these are in the oven

Biscotti with Pistachio Nuts and Orange Zest

The orange aroma that fills the kitchen when making these is wonderful. I sometimes make these biscottis just to fill the kitchen with that lovely orange scent.

My healthy, spicy Christmas loaf!

Spicy Christmas Fruit Loaf

Although the loaf seems quite complicated to prepare it is actually fairly easy, especially if you are able to break the task down over a few days (chop the fruits on day one, prepare the batter on

The perfect bread for savoury and sweet toppings, depending on your mood!

Pumpkin and Walnut Loaf

This is the perfect bread for savoury or sweet toppings/fillings, depending on your mood! I sometimes team it up with hummus or cheese or, if I am in a sweet mood I use jam or peanut butter.

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