The Hypocrisy Bankrupting Vegan Restaurants
Vegan Restaurants Can’t Survive on Outrage Alone You’ve seen this headline before: “Vegan restaurant starts serving meat.” What follows is as predictable as a rom-com plot. First, the internet catches fire. People who couldn’t find the restaurant on a map suddenly care deeply about its moral purity. Someone throws a brick through the window. […]
Unripe Graviola and Black Garlic Curry with Smoked Paprika and Star Anise
In the dappled shade of tropical forests, from the Caribbean to Southeast Asia, grows a fruit that has captured the imagination of herbalists and healers for centuries. Graviola—known as soursop, guanabana, or Annona muricata—hangs heavy on its branches, its green, spiny exterior concealing creamy white flesh within. While the ripe fruit has long been celebrated […]
WHERE’S THE PROTEIN?
WHERE’S THE PROTEIN? Let’s talk about protein—everyone’s favourite buzzword. You can’t open a menu, scroll through TikTok, or pick up a bag of kale chips without someone shouting about protein content. Somewhere along the line, we collectively decided that protein must be visible—preferably as a grey-brown rectangle with artificial grill marks printed on it. At […]
Pane all’Olio: The Heart of Italian Comfort
Classic Italian olive oil bread made fully vegan—soft, rustic, and full of flavor. You know what I love about Pane all’Olio? It’s one of those foods that perfectly captures why Italian cuisine has conquered the world, yet it couldn’t be more humble if it tried. We’re literally talking about bread and olive oil here—two ingredients […]
Pane all’Olio (Quick Version)
The original recipe, ‘like an Italian mama would do it,’ has egg in it. On the other article I just gave you the ‘proper’ vegan version of the traditional recipe, like a vegan Italian mama would do if there was such a thing. Now, I wouldn’t be the Brazilian I am if I didn’t give […]
What Is A Superfood?
The term “superfood” appears everywhere these days—on packages, in headlines, across social media. But what does it actually mean? Let me be clear from the start: I’m not a health guru or a doctor, and you shouldn’t follow advice from non-professionals blindly. If you’re looking for someone to tell you exactly what to eat, this […]
Cupuaçu – The Pharmacy Of The Jungle
Cupuaçu: Delicious, Nutritious, and Surprisingly Useful. Beyond the Marketing Hype Here’s where it gets interesting. While “superfood” is marketing nonsense, nutritional profiles are real science. Some foods genuinely pack more punch than others. Enter cupuaçu (pronounced “coo-poo-ah-SOO”). This Amazonian fruit is related to cacao, which explains its unique flavour—imagine chocolate took a tropical vacation with […]
Savoury Carrot Mousse with Cupuaçu
Cupuaçu is a fascinating fruit from the Amazon Forest that is related to cacao. Its flavour is a unique mix of chocolate, pineapple, and passion fruit, with a creamy, rich texture. While often used in sweet applications, its tangy and slightly acidic nature makes it a perfect candidate for savoury dishes, where it can provide […]
Unforgettably Unique – Cupuaçu and Zucchini Soup
A Tropical Twist on Comfort Soup Fresh, Zesty, and Amazingly Nourishing This soup is simple to prepare but results in a surprisingly complex flavour. The cupuaçu brightens the zucchini, while ginger and onion add warmth and depth. Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado […]
Cupuaçu Tart – An Amazon Rainforest Treasure in Every Bite
A Tart Like No Other — Powered by Cupuaçu Indulge in the Rich Flavours of the Rainforest Why Cupuaçu Makes the Perfect Tart Replacing the lemon in a classic tart recipe with cupuaçu is a great idea, as its unique flavour profile will create a truly memorable dessert. The process is very similar to making […]