Kale Salad

This classic kale salad is a timeless raw food favorite. It is one of those simple recipes that never goes out of style — fresh, crunchy, nourishing, and full of Nordic winter flavors. Kale has two beautiful seasons here in the North: during winter, when the frost arrives and naturally sweetens the leaves, and again […]

White Parsnip Brownie

White Parsnip Brownie Yes, you read that right – parsnip brownie. And let me tell you how it happened. A dear colleague of mine love vegetables just as much as I do. One day we were talking about whether there was any vegetable we couldn’t make taste good. “Parsnip!”, she said. I couldn’t help but […]

Chioggia Beet Carpaccio

If you happen to be lucky enough to get your hands on Chioggia beets (also known as candy-striped or candy cane beets), it would almost be a shame not to prepare them in a way that truly shows off their beautiful white and pale pink rings. The idea for this recipe comes from a small […]

Matcha Bowl

Matcha Bowl This recipe is both super simple and delicious — and it presents an easy way to eat matcha powder rather than drink it. Matcha is often praised online for its many health benefits, but it also has a beautiful flavour and colour that work perfectly in simple, nourishing bowls like this one. Ingredients […]

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, […]