My take on the classic mince, lettuce and tomato taco that I remember eating as a kid. I thought that TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein) would be the ultimate way to recreate the classic mince tacos as I absolutely love using it for bolognese and chili. I used the sachet of taco seasoning that came in the…
Author: Peiyi L
Lentil, TVP & Sweet Potato Chili
A comforting meal perfect for those colder nights that is both easy to make and ideal for meal prep. Meal prep as self care I believe that part of self care is looking out for your future self. I enjoy meal prepping because firstly, cooking to me is relaxing and I like to put in…
Creamy Pesto Pasta With Edamame & Cherry Tomatoes
This pesto recipe is creamy, smooth and pairs beautifully with fresh cherry tomatoes and edamame. It is the perfect meal for a warm, summer’s day lunch or dinner. Feel free to check out my Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese recipe for some more pasta inspo – it is also a winner! Looking for another summery recipe with…
How To Instantly Level Up Your Food Photography Game (Cheap & Easy)
Through my food photography journey, I have learned a lot of tricks through experimentation and getting a bit creative. Here are some methods that I started implementing to make my food photos look even better and more professional looking! Check out my previous photography tips before you read this one: 5 Tips For Appealing Food…
5 Ways To Provide Value For Your Social Media Audience And Keep Your Followers
This is a topic I am passionate about, especially with social media having the potential to be a platform fuelled with content that can help others for the greater good. What I have aimed to do with my account personally, is to create a space where knowledge and information can be gained. Instagram for instance,…
Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese (Quick & Budget Friendly)
This vegan spaghetti bolognese is budget friendly, flavourful and quick to make! Textured vegetable protein (TVP) has been used as well as chopped celery to give a fresh crunch to the meal. What is textured vegetable protein (TVP)? TVP is made from isolated soy protein and when it is soaked in warm water, it softens…
How I Started Collaborating With Brands On Instagram With Less Than 500 Followers
Want to start collaborating with your favourite brands? Get free products? Increase your opportunities through social media? Keep reading! The main reason I started my foodie account on Instagram in 2020 was to have a creative outlet during Melbourne lockdown to show the delicious food I was cooking. Growing my account steadily, slowly and organically,…
Vegan Miso Noodle Soup With Bok Choy, Mushrooms & Puffed Tofu (1 POT RECIPE)
Are you ready for the easiest, umami packed noodle soup? This is a deliciously quick recipe for miso noodle soup when you are craving some comfort food! I highly recommend using puffed tofu because it soaks up all the flavour. Even better, all you need is 1 pot to cook all of these ingredients. Ingredients…
5 Simple Props That Go A Long Way In Food Photography
So you’ve got your food ready to photograph, but want to add more flair? Here are some simple props you can easily add into your photos to make them more interesting and engaging! Before you read this check out: 5 Tips For Appealing Food Pictures Attractive plates and bowls To me, there is a huge…
Vegan Roasted Pumpkin & Crispy Chickpea Salad with Sage Cashew Cream
This was seriously such a flavourful and tasty salad and I enjoyed it for 3 days straight for lunch… Sage and pumpkin pairs really well and with the extra tastiness of the chickpeas – it’s flavour galore! You will have some leftovers using these exact measurements. The sage cashew cream honestly reminds me of tzatziki,…
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