I’m a simple-morning-porridge kind of girl. Nothing feels more satisfying, uplifting and nurturing than a bowl of creamy porridge of any kind. Made with oats, millet, quinoa, rice, amaranth, or polenta, I’m all yours. On cold mornings, as most of them are here in the Netherlands, I wrap myself in a blanket along with a …
You know that feeling, when you hear a song, or taste something, and in a glimpse, it takes you to that very moment you heard or tasted it before. I have my own secret taste-time machine which is well hidden in a beautiful bottle deep in a cupboard. I use it rarely so that it …
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This was a long, too long winter in the Netherlands. The cold and rain made me crave the Mediterranean sun like never before. Nevertheless, temperatures have been rising lately, reaching summer highs that make my heart beat faster, turn my walk into a soft dance and I joyfully welcome the breath-taking green scenery surrounding me. …
I’ve been all into spring this year. Ideas are starting to take shape, the yearly spring body cleanse has brought me body strength and mind clarity. My inner and outer living space have been decluttered, and I feel well balanced and tuned in with the beautiful blossoming nature. But nature, just as we are, is …
Spring is in full swing. Finches, nuthatches, sparrows, and blackbirds break the morning stillness calling in a new day with their most beautiful songs. The morning breeze carries soft scents of fruit tree blossoms. Fields and meadows are filled with budding flowers of breath taking colours. It’s almost impossible to escape the overwhelming feeling of …
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When I discovered the world of Ayurveda I welcomed a huge selection of spices into my kitchen. Until then, I have to say, I was solely relying on a few basic seasonings, fresh and dried mediterranean herbs and mild spices, especially as I was deeply immersed into the Macrobiotic philosophy, also known for its restraint …
On this day, December 4, one year ago, one beautiful soul came into this world. With my husband by my side, with mixed feelings of excitement, happiness and a dose of fear, we witnessed an amazing moment that will change our lives forever. I will never forget my son’s first look after they put him on …
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I was never fond of tea. Honestly, it was something I would forcefully drink only when sick. Of course, with a huge tablespoon of honey to make it ridiculously sweet. In my mind hot tea was always linked to a not-feeling-well state. Wow, how things change… Over the years I have discovered the strong bond …
I adore herbs. I love to enjoy their beauty, smell and appearance in nature where they create perfect collage of colors, shapes and sizes. Knowing their numerous healing benefits I use them to make healing preparations, infusions, tinctures and teas. But using them in recipes, especially in desserts, is an adventure that makes me super …
Ayurveda describes six rasas or tastes embodied in nature’s food that our body recognizes. These are as following: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter and Astringent. Each of the tastes contain the universe’s energetic building blocks - Pancha Mahabhutas or five elements - that build, feed and renew the body, nourish the mind and celebrate the spirit. Namely …
