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Currently viewing the tag: "vegan"
Age: 29
Occupation: Chef
Why do you come to Essence of Living: When I moved out of Coolangatta I wanted to live around Mermaid Beach so I could go to Essence of Living. I always wanted to practise yoga regularly and with the variety of class times at Essence of Living makes this [...]
Spinach with Pine Nuts and Raisins
Preparation and cooking time: about 15 minutes
Yield: enough for 4-6 persons as a side dish
Spinach needs thorough washing before cooking. Careful observation of the following suggested procedure will save you from “gritty spinach syndrome”:
Cut off the roots and base of the stems and discard them Place the leaves [...]
For those that don’t know I’m a vegan so therefore my meals consists of lots of vegetables and very often! One of my favourite dishes is Gado Gado a simple mixed vegetable dish with peanut sauce (no egg) from Bali. I’m often disappointed when I buy peanut sauces from the supermarket to recreate my favourite [...]
Recently I’ve been spending my free time cooking & baking, one of the latest success’s is below ~ but be sure to let it cool 40 mins – 1 hour, otherwise it’ll be runny
Vegan Spinach, Chickpea & Fetta Tart
Serves 6-8. Prep & Cook Time 2 hours
500g coarsley chopped frozen spinach, [...]
The Gold Coast is quickly becoming recognized for its culinary cuisine and who doesn’t love to sit and enjoy a meal. The most exciting thing for me is the easy access to amazing vegetarian and vegan restaurants which are popping up all over the GC – how exciting is that! I’ve listed a few of [...]
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Be inspired by Michelle’s elevating meditations, energized beginners yoga flow class and explore a deeper understanding on how to nourish your body from the inside out – from [...]
Without doubt the most beautiful city I have ever been to in my life to date. The architecture and history is melting off the walls, it’s filled with style, culture and magic.
I was always under the impression Paris was the city of love but in fact it is the city of light. But I [...]
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I have recently been asked to blog on how to lose weight. I have advised clients for years on my philosophy and method for weight loss and it’s really very simple; Ethical Eating.
Eat Organic; natural whole foods with no artificial flavours, colours or preservatives. Reduces the need for chemicals on the planet. No Pollution; reduce foods that [...]
I failed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Last night I couldn’t sleep, I had a headache and felt really weak so I went out and had a cup of hot vegan cocoa with soy milk at 10pm! I have to admit I felt sick afterwards…. I needed something that had some protein so I could sleep.
Today I did the perfect [...]
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About Michelle
This is my life in a nutshell. I am the owner and operator of Essence of Living on the beautiful Gold Coast, Australia. I live and breathe my vocation as it resonates with every cell of my body. I truly love what I do and do what I love. I want to share my passion with the world around me and hope to create a happier, healthier world with those willing to change and grow with me.iPhone App Teaser

