Author Archives: Lisette van Eerten

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Why Would You Want to Buy Silicone Baking Mats?

Over the last decade or so, silicone bakeware seems to have taken over kitchens worldwide. [...]

20
Dec
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From the Comfort of Our Own Homes

We tend to think of homeless people as ragged types sleeping on a bench in [...]

22
Nov
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Are Packing Peanuts Plastic-Free Now?

More and more packing peanuts are made from plant-based materials these days. But, unfortunately, they [...]

22
Oct
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Is it a Tart? Is it a Pie? It’s Vlaai!

We do love a tart.We do love a pie.We do love a crumble too. But [...]

25
Jul
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Living the Wild Life – Connecting with Nature through Foraging

Throughout June, we participated in the Wildlife Trusts 30 Days Wild challenge.The closer we feel [...]

04
Jul
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As Green As It Gets – Nettle soup

A velvety, vegan soup from freshly foraged nettles – it really doesn’t get much greener [...]

23
May
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Spring Cleaning with a Summer Feeling

Tips on using plastic free coconut products when cleaning.

22
Apr
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Are You Sure You Know What an Underarm Is?

Marvel about the English language considering upperarms and underarms.

20
Mar
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Are You Nuts About Nuts Too?

Nuts are a lovely way to add protein and those healthy fats that keep your [...]

22
Feb
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For Everyone Who Loved or Hated Veganuary

Information and tips to make healthy and sustainable food choices and to move towards a [...]

31
Jan