I remember the conversation like it was yesterday. I was about 22 years old, and working in the newsroom of our local paper. Two of the female journalists were talking about a woman who owned a small fruit shop on the outskirts of town. I knew who they meant because the shop was one […]
This meal always gets my family excited. If it’s on the menu, Eliza can be heard to swoon the words: “Good day, food-wise.” My reply is: “It’s always a good day, food-wise!” 4 aubergines (or eggplants, to my Aussie friends) Olive oil Himalayan pink salt or Celtic sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 onions […]
Nettle Soup from The Mystic Cookfire, by Veronika Sophia Robinson Large bunches of nettles 5 potatoes, chopped into small cubes 2 onions, finely chopped 5 cups of water Vegetable bouillon Gently fry the onions until clear, add the potatoes. There’s no need to peel the potatoes if you use organically-grown ones. There’s […]
Dandelion Tart from The Mystic Cookfire, by Veronika Sophia Robinson I enjoy juicing dandelion leaves. They’re a powerhouse of nutrients which help stimulate a sluggish digestive system, and thereby aid the body in removing toxins. The leaves help maintain normal blood sugar levels. They’re a natural source of minerals such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus, zinc […]
From The Mystic Cookfire, by Veronika Sophia Robinson Spiced vegetables, pilau rice…oh how I love my life. You could pay a small fortune to eat this type of meal in an Indian restaurant, but I’ll bet it won’t taste as good as your own home-made-with-LOVE version. Vegetables: Sunflower, olive or coconut oil 3 large onions, […]
I have many ‘favourite’ moments of the day, but somewhere near the top is the feeling I have when I climb into bed each night. There’s a weariness to my bones, but also a deep sense of appreciation for a life well-lived and enjoyed. I am so grateful, as I sink down beneath the covers, […]
I’ve been a bit quiet on the blogging front lately. The funny thing about writing is that I love doing it. It’s not a hardship. Some writers find it a painful process, and equate it to traumatic, medicated childbirth. I don’t struggle to put the word on the page. I never have. It’s interesting, too, […]
I have fond memories of sitting around campfires. Sipping tea beneath the starry sky and chatting with friends, a full Moon rising beyond the pine trees, and the smell of wood smoke clinging to my clothes while the fire crackles and pops before me ~ ah, there’s nothing quite like it. A campfire draws […]
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Creating and Maintaining Strong Families – Interview with Veronika Robinson!