Vegan Kunafa
They say good things come to those who wait. I’m inclined to agree. Since going vegan over 5 years ago now, there have been only a handful of “conventional” dishes that I’ve struggled to recreate. Tofu...
View ArticleCoconut Cinnamon & Date Granola
Here’s the thing. Like any stubborn Capricorn ambitious millennial, I tend to take a lot of pride in my ability to achieve. I am what I can accomplish, and I never strive for anything less than 100%....
View ArticleEasy Vegan Dal Tadka
Anyone who knows me, is probably aware of the fact that I absolutely adore Indian food, but few will know that that wasn’t always the case. Growing up, I despised anything spicy with a passion, and I...
View ArticleFoul Mudammas (Egyptian Fava Beans)
I have always maintained that I am one of the most un-Egyptian Egyptians you will ever meet. My accent and mediocre-at-best Arabic language skills stick out like a sore thumb, I have never spent more...
View ArticleVegan Makloubeh
Upside down. A perfect way to describe how I’ve been feeling lately. As it turns out, moving to a new city isn’t all that easy. I mean, I didn’t expect it to be a walk in the park by any stretch of the...
View ArticleRestaurant review: Urth by Nabz & G
Let the record show that I am not a fan of bureaucracy. But I mean, let’s face it – is anybody? I would like to think not. My move to the UAE back in May was marred with complications from the start...
View ArticleSweet Potato Chickpea Coconut Curry
Let the record show. There are far less savoury Halloween-themed recipes on the internet than there are sweet ones. I mean, I suppose that makes sense considering that candy is essentially the hallmark...
View ArticleVegan Kofta ft. Field Roast
What’s that saying? If you can’t do something perfect, don’t bother doing it at all? Okay granted, that isn’t actually something most people say – but it is something I (unfortunately) tend to tell...
View ArticleVegan Japan Guide: Tokyo
I must admit, I had more trepidation about visiting Japan than any other country I had ever travelled to in my life. Despite hours of research spent pouring over blogs, TripAdvisor and of course,...
View ArticleEasy Vegan Chilli
I’ll be the first to admit that I’ve never been great at sticking to my New Year’s resolutions. What’s that saying about the best laid plans? While I’m sure this particular shortcoming is definitely...
View ArticleRoasted Red Pepper Hummus
I don’t know what it is, but something about bringing food to a barbecue unleashes a competitive streak in me. It’s instant, too. Within seconds of being invited to what is essentially an afternoon of...
View ArticleRestaurant review: Life ‘n One
Imagine stumbling across a secret garden. A heavenly oasis filled with lush greenery, reclaimed wood furniture and some of the most incredible vegan food in all of Dubai. When I first laid eyes on Life...
View ArticleFive ways to fight fast fashion
A topic I’ve been passionate about for quite some time now, is the fight against fast fashion. It all started around two years ago, when I watched possibly one of the most groundbreaking and...
View Article25 Plant-Based Middle Eastern Ramadan Recipes
Greetings dear readers, and Ramadan Kareem to all of you who celebrate what I personally consider to be the most wonderful time of the year! I’ve spoken before on spending Ramadan without my family,...
View ArticleVegan Cheese Samboosa
There is probably no other culinary delight that is as ubiquitous on Iftar tables across the GCC during Ramadan, as Cheese Samboosa. Although Samboosa (AKA Samosa) is not an authentic Arabic snack, it...
View ArticleEgyptian Red Lentil Soup
Do you know how smelling certain scents can conjure up a memory so specific within seconds? For me, flavours have the tendency to do that also. The sweet and sesame laden taste of asal we tahina, (a...
View ArticleRed Lentil Hummus
I find myself sounding like a broken record, but I’m going to go ahead and say it anyways: Ramadan has been especially challenging for me this year. I could chalk it up to the scorching summer heat...
View ArticleSalted Caramel Date Cake
Few things in life are better than a vegan salted caramel sauce, and that my friends, is a fact. This week has been somewhat of a whirlwind. Although in theory one of the perks of Ramadan is short...
View ArticleTofu Tikka Masala
One of the reasons I hate ordering take-out, particularly for lunch while I’m at the office, is the overwhelming fear of disappointment. “What if they don’t deliver on time? I’m already starving.”...
View ArticleVegan Cairo Guide
Ah, Cairo. An ever-changing and truly electric city that has taken on so many different forms for me over the years. When I was younger, it was the louder, busier and bustling counterpart to Alexandria...
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