Comeback of the lentils

Comeback of the lentils

Lentils used to be more like poor people’s food. They have a long shelf life, are very satiating and are also inexpensive. But times are changing. Since the lentil is extremely nutritious and healthy, it is becoming more and more popular, especially among...
Faki Soupa – Greek Lentil Soup

Faki Soupa – Greek Lentil Soup

When it comes to lentils most of us first think of hearty stew or the typical grandmother’s lentil soup. Therefore, the lentil unfortunately has a somewhat dusty reputation and finds no place in many people’s diet. But you should absolutely give the legume...
How healthy are chickpeas?

How healthy are chickpeas?

Chickpeas are far more than inconspicuous legumes with a funny name. They can be used to conjure up delicacies such as hummus and falafel. Chickpeas have an extremely positive effect on digestion, the cardiovascular system and the blood sugar level. The small nutrient...
Taramasalata – A greek fish roe salad

Taramasalata – A greek fish roe salad

Taramasalata (fish roe salad) is a very well-known Greek starter made from fish eggs (roe) and potatoes or bread. Taramasalata is a puree or a paste and is usually eaten cold with bread. The colour of Taramasalata is pink, more rarely white-beige to light brown. The...
Hazelnuts instead of vitamin tablets?

Hazelnuts instead of vitamin tablets?

Vitamin preparations are not always necessary. The daily consumption of a few hazelnuts alone can optimise the supply of at least two vital substances.     Hazelnuts provide magnesium and vitamin E Nuts are known for their nutrient richness. Therefore, they...
Slow Cooker

Slow Cooker

You would like to prepare a healthy, vitamin-rich meal without much effort? Not possible? But it’s very easy – with a Slow Cooker you can cook all your favourite foods – vegetables, fish, meat or even milk and pastries – very gently and enjoy...
Orange press – it’s so easy to get healthy!

Orange press – it’s so easy to get healthy!

With an orange press you can easily make your own orange juice. No additives at all. Tips before you buy can be found here.According to current statistics, the average American drinks around seven litres of orange juice per year. That’s not even that much, if...
French Apricot Tart

French Apricot Tart

In Shakespeare’s day, apricots were still thought to be aphrodisiacs – whether that’s true or not – my apricot tart flatters the desire to live and love and brings a touch of France to the table – that’s a promise! I love French...