A Greener Christmas

Christmas should be a gentle and joyful time — a moment to slow down and do something kind for one another. And yet, all too often, it turns into a season of unnecessary overconsumption. My sister and I realised this during one of our conversations. Neither of us needed more things that would end up […]

Brussels Sprouts with Blueberries

Brussels Sprouts with Blueberries This recipe is the one that made me fall in love with Brussels sprouts. The combination of Brussels sprouts and blueberries might sound unusual, but it’s simply a brilliant idea. Ingredients 20 fresh Brussels sprouts, juice from 1 lemon, ½ teaspoon flake salt, 125 g blueberries, ½ dl raisins, ½ dl […]

Red Cabbage Salad with Orange, Dates & Walnuts

Red Cabbage Salad with Orange, Dates & Walnuts — A Festive Favourite This is one of my absolute favourite salads during the holiday season. It’s fresh, vibrant, and adds beautiful colours to the Christmas any table. While red cabbage might sound simple, this version has a lovely balance of citrusy brightness, natural sweetness from the […]

Brunch at Café Grannen in Malmö

Last Saturday, I went to Malmö where I had the most delightful vegetarian brunch at Café Grannen. If you ever find yourself in the city, this little spot is absolutely worth a visit. The café has a warm, welcoming atmosphere with that special Malmö vibe: relaxed, creative, and wonderfully unpretentious. One of the first things […]

Raw Food of the 70s: The Classic Carrot Salad

When you think of the 70s, what comes to mind? Disco, bell-bottom pants, or the Cold War? Thinking of the food of those days, how about carrot salad? I was a child in the 70s, and back then, “raw food” usually meant carrot salad. And it tasted just as good then, as it does now. […]

Orange Salad with Olives

This juicy salad is wonderfully refreshing, especially in winter, and it makes a beautiful dish for Christmas.Oranges and olives do not grow in the Nordic countries; however, they have been available in supermarkets for decades and are now seen as everyday food. Serves 4 as a side dish:4 oranges, 1 small onion, ½ tablespoon salt, […]

Prepping with Homegrown Raspberries

In Denmark, the authorities keep reminding us to be prepared for emergencies. And I get it — it’s not an easy task when no one really knows what kind of emergencies might come our way. So, we’re told to do a little bit of everything: store water, buy canned food, keep a small battery-powered radio […]

Soul Kitchen in Sofia

Looking for Raw Food in Sofia

Green Salad with Asparagus and Peas

This time of the year fresh peas and asparagus can be found in the stores. To me this indicate spring. I first tasted this salad at a barbecue party – before I went into raw food – we were sitting there and the smell of grilled meat was so appealing. But then the salad was […]

Nordic Nut Milk

In most raw food recipes found in cooking books and on the internet almond milk is applied in stead of cow milk. Don’t get me wrong, I love almond milk, and drink it often. However, living in Scandinavia, I try to reduce my consumption of nuts that can not be crown in my local environment. […]