CALL ME ISHBEL – Page 8 – Plant-based cooking and travelling

3 February, 2018

Taste of the Seacakes

Samphire, like wild garlic is one of those foraged foods that has found its way onto plates in restaurants across the UK. A local chef..

17 January, 2018

Eggy(less) Bread aka Plant-Based French Toast

Transitioning to Plant-based has been a gradual process for my family and me. It has taken a few years not to crave eggs, however,..

30 October, 2017

Pumpkin and Pepper Soup with Soda Bread

During the dreary Scottish winter, my family looks forward to Pumpkin and Pepper Soup. seeded Soda Bread, which is quick to make, as it doesn’t..

15 October, 2017

Plant-based Cheddar Cheese

This Plant-based Cheddar Cheese recipe may be a work in progress; however, at this stage, I am already really pleased with how well it grates, cubes and..

6 October, 2017

Tofu Florentine on Tattie Scones

Tofu florentine on Tattie Scones is my prefered version of a very popular vegan breakfast that I had been serving in Scottish Vegan Resturant. As..

17 June, 2017

Baked Polenta Chips with Tofu Aioli

Polenta is incredibly versatile and can be cooked in a variety of ways, but who doesn’t love chips! Baked Polenta Chips with Tofu Aioli are..

10 June, 2017

Seriously Good Tofu Scramble

Making a tasty batch Seriously Good Tofu Scramble is quick and easy, this egg-free plant-based scramble alternativeis great to have in your fridge. This tasty..

25 April, 2017

Asparagus with Tofu Ricotta and Cashew Hollandaise

The short asparagus season is almost in its prime. While an asparagus tart or florentine may be off the menu (because we don’t eat eggs..

26 March, 2017

Raspberry Ripple & Coconut Porridge

Trying to keep porridge interesting, yet quick and simple is a challenge. During the Scottish winter we would normally serve our guests a very quick porridge..

20 January, 2017

Seared Cauliflower Steak with Chimichurri

Seared Cauliflower Steak with Chimichurri was an exercise for one of the plant-based cooking courses completed through Rouxbe. I had dismissed the trend for cauliflower steaks,..