The flight from Doha to Munich is an easy ride after we have been used to doing between 25-36 hours from the US to Asia. A few tips about flying with toddlers: bring extra clothes, snacks, coloring books, and an ipad or any type of technology. The clue is too keep toddlers and children busy, engaged…… Read More Warm Bavaria
The Antidote to Stress When I think of the word “restorative” I think of course, to restore, and to rebuild (if you will) something that is breaking, broken, or maybe just nurturing. During my teacher certification we were given a restorative class by one of my teachers. The class was extremely relaxing, and I was… Read More Restorative Yoga
I crossed the garden of Kale in one of my raw cooking classes. What was this beautiful, crispy and strong vegetable? This magnificent plant is a member of the cabbage family, related also to broccoli, cauliflower and collard greens. There are different types and its colours vary from shades of green to purple. Its texture can… Read More 50 Shades of Kale
Why blog now? Why do something when 152 million people (according to google) are doing it? Whether its food, photos, adventures, experiences, debates, why would I start doing this if only a few friends and relatives would read every now and then? Here is a good statistics page from wordpress. It is obvious that the success… Read More Blog Fog
The Edible Gold Turmeric is an ancient spice native to Southwest India and has been used for over 2,500 years, it belongs to the ginger family. The main phytochemicals that give it so many health benefits are called curcuminoids, one of which gives it that special golden/orange colour. Turmeric is best known to be antioxidant,… Read More Turmeric Ice-Cream
Rooted in South America, this food is gluten-free, and high in protein, unlike most grains. It contains all nine essential amino acids, and it is also high in fiber, magnesium, B-vitamins, iron, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin E and various beneficial antioxidants. The Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has officially declared Quinoa… Read More Sweet Quinoa Cups