As for the cooking, guidance on how to get more protein into my meat-free 14 year olds is much appreciated - the Quinoa breakfast frittata is first on the menu today. With her focus on nourishing yourself, she knows the importance of practising what she preaches, and utilising her self-care activities. But people don’t, and it’s a shame because we all deserve it – we all deserve to have five minutes of peace to ourselves, or whatever that may be. Whether you’re an annual adopter or this is your first attempt, it can be daunting to ditch the meat in favour of a more planet-friendly diet.

We celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories, traditions and living cultures; and we pay our respects to Elders past and present. The walnuts provide extra protein and energy, as well as the wonderful mood-boosting mineral selenium, which helps reduce anxiety and sets off those happy hormones. Here are more than 60 nourishing recipes that can boost your energy, help you sleep and lift your mood. From easy weeknight meals ready in 20 minutes to feeding a crowd on a budget or saving bags of time and cash by batch cooking, it’s got you covered.In a large bowl, mix together the chickpea flour, remaining olive oil, and 1½ cups water to make a batter. Whether you’re new to veganism or have embraced it for a while, you’ll enjoy the likes of creamy squash and puy lentil pie, chestnut mushroom bourguignon or cherry pot pies. Growing up in a big family, as the youngest of five, everyone had chores to do around the house, so Gemma’s mum taught her to cook. I was charmed that a “glug” is a unit of measurement used, as in a glug of olive oil; that you “blitz” things in the blender; and that 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons showed up in several recipes. Add the garlic and kale or spinach leaves, cook until wilting, about 5 minutes, then remove from the heat and set aside.

Luckily the days of a few beans mashed together as a ‘burger’ are long gone and, whether you’re eating out or staying in, dropping the V word is no longer a barrier to enjoying culinary delights. Last week when I picked this book up from the library I had no idea how much I was going to need it in the upcoming week. I wasn’t brought up on a vegetarian diet, but I soon discovered how a plant-based wholefood diet can reduce inflammation and improve mental health. Gemma Ogston is a plant-based chef and mum of two with her own company Gem’s Wholesome Kitchen based in Brighton.

It is an old favourite of mine, and something I started making when the kids were small, but I’ve added a few more spices here to please my taste buds. Choosing foods that are healthy, that make you feel good, they set off your serotonin levels and, rather than making you crash and feel down, they do the opposite. I like cooking impressive dishes when I have the time and energy, but usually impressive means making special grocery trips. The roaringly successful chain has always focused on healthy fast food and this book features delicious recipes that just happen to be vegan. In fact, in 2023 the options for full- and part-time vegans are myriad – as the selection of cookbooks below shows.

I believe you eat and feast with your eyes first, and this dish is so beautiful to look at, too, and will leave you feeling wonderfully relaxed. She works closely with organisations such as Mums the Word Online and brands such as Dorset Cereals, providing beautiful and delicious food for events as well as designing cleanse packages for individuals. The protein from the quinoa and the iron in the greens provide an extra nutritional boost to start the day.This book is amazing for not only plant based recipes but also just finish joy in eating things that are good for your body. Instead of the meal or food type, it’s broken out based on “self care themes” - for lack of a better way to describe it. When combined with water, chickpea flour (aka gram flour) acts in the same way as eggs, Ogston says, which is pretty darn amazing.