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“I hope you’ve earned that” – the morality of food and exercise

Ooh, I hope you’ve earned that”; “How much walking will you have to do to work that off?” – most, if not all, of us know the type of comment. I know, I know – it’s throwaway, tongue-in-cheek; people just want to make conversation. But comments made without thinking are not comments made in a […]

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Roasted aubergine with garlic rice and spinach for under £5

A perfect healthy winter warmer for those nights when you want to use up what you have left in your cupboard. This recipe is a perfect filling and hearty dinner for two, and obviously it’s under five pounds! Ingredients: x2 aubergines: 70p each x2 cloves of garlic: 10p x1 tablespoon of honey: a few p x2 teaspoon […]

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Winter warmer: rolled aubergine recipe

Baked Aubergine Rolls in a Rich Tomato Sauce This dish is an amalgamation of classic combinations, resulting in a dish perfect for an evening meal as the autumnal nights draw in, and the colder weather makes us crave something warm and hearty. Oozing mozzarella, fresh herbs and a richly flavoured tomato sauce come together to […]

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A simple, yummy recipe for under 5 pounds

Deciding what to have for dinner is a daily struggle. This super easy, affordable and flavoursome dish is the perfect one pan meal for a flat of 3. Obviously doubling up the ingredients can also make this recipe an excellent dinner party dish. Let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a hot bowl of carbs on a cold […]

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Review: Melon Bay Smoothie Bar

Nestled in the midst of Clerk Street is Edinburgh’s latest addition to the smoothie scene. Having opened to the public on Monday 26 November, Melon Bay is a fresh new face on one of Edinburgh’s busiest streets. Only a short walk from Appleton Tower and George Square and with a range of deliciously healthy flavours to […]

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Introducing Buddha Bowls – the latest foodie trend

Hopping onto the health food craze that has been circulating social media- Buddha bowls- has been a delicious adventure. Sadly, I could find no deep and meaningful philosophical influence behind these colourful creations. Instead the name “Buddha bowl” comes from the idea that these bowls are meant to be so jammed packed full of food […]