by Ilaria Catazone If you are after a quick soup that’s easy and tasty, here’s a new idea for you! And as the weather warms up, this soup is just as good served cold as it is hot. And best ever, all ingredients are available at the Co-op!!! For four hungry people you will need:One...

by Maki Watson Soba has been considered good luck for a long time (at least 200 years) in Japan! Japanese people eat Soba on some special occasions like moving house or New Year’s Eve, as we did in my family. Since Soba, which are noodles made from buckwheat, are easier to cut than thicker varieties,...

by Illaria Catizone We are not vegan, but I am always on the lookout for more plant-based recipes and when I recently tried this one I knew I had found a winner! Originally from Veggie Society (https://veggiesociety.com/sesame-tofu-recipe-broccoli/ ) this sesame tofu dish was very well received by the whole family… well almost… my super fussy...

by Illaria Catizone For those unfamiliar with zoodles, they are noodles made out of zucchini!  So many vegies are in season now, one of them being zuchinni! They are coming into full swing at the Co-op and maybe even in your garden?! They are cheap, yummy, and super versatile.  Zoodles are one of our favourite...

by Illaria Catizone Have you tried salads in a jar? With workplaces opening up more and more, and people needing a travel-easy lunch on-the-go, these are the best Spring and Summer workplace accompaniment! I also find these great to eat at home as I can prepare 3-4 ahead of time, so have quick and healthy...

By Ilaria Catizone With Spring well underway, it will soon be time for picnics, but this easy Rice Paper Rolls recipe is great for week-day meals as well as weekend parties. You will need: Rice paper sheets Rice vermicelli noodles Assorted veggie sticks – we like cucumber, capsicum and carrot Herbs of your choice- we...

By Ilaria Catizone A quick and easy mid-week dinner well-received by young and old, with a healthy twist. This pasta has the appeal of a creamy dish as it is white sauce-based, but disguises a couple of serves of veggies as well!The ingredients:500g pasta – any type will work! Wheat pasta, gluten-free, white, wholemeal, dry...

by Melissa Woodley It’s pumpkin season right now and there’s nothing I’m loving more than a warm bowl of soup with some fresh bread. This pumpkin, capsicum and spinach loaf is not only easy but super healthy and delicious. It’s dedicated to those of us who haven’t quite been able to master the art of...

By Ilaria Catizone One of the great summer veggies that can be stored into winter is sweet potatoes. I’ll be honest, I have never eaten them much, and I always feel a little unsure about what to do with them. But when I was at the Co-op recently they looked large plump and delicious and...