Well it's been a while since I wrote a recipe for this website as we have been busy moving, working - and formally marrying. With a bounty of tropical fruit at our new backdoor step, I couldn't resist creating this morning's nutritious breakfast with handpicked fruit from our garden that features tropical plants tamarillo, mango, papaya, passionfruit, bananas - and there's even a white tropical guava! Tamarillos, also known as tree tomatoes, are a tropical fruit that are a good source of … [Read more...] about Tropical breakfast quinoa
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Hot Pies!
What a ripper of a day! I couldn't be happier because our beloved Collingwood Football Club just clinched the Grand Final victory and I'm still buzzing. To celebrate this monumental win, I've whipped up a special treat that's as iconic as the black and white stripes themselves! But before we go there, I want to explain why I am a Collingwood supporter.... In 1990, my dad Dennis Gowing, aware of the post 80's recession, the ever-changing economic market, and in remission from bladder … [Read more...] about Hot Pies!
Discover the Power of Plant-Based Eating
At Byron Bay & Tweed Cooking School, we're passionate about helping our clients transition to a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle through plant-based eating. We believe that this shift not only benefits their personal well-being but also contributes to a healthier planet. Here's how we guide our clients on this transformative journey: Our approach begins with education. We empower our clients with knowledge about the numerous health benefits of a plant-based diet. Understanding … [Read more...] about Discover the Power of Plant-Based Eating
Nourishing Success: The Importance of Corporate Wellness Events
Promoting Optimal Health Corporate events often involve long hours, intense networking, and demanding schedules. By offering nutritious options and promoting a culture of wellness, event organizers can support the physical health of their attendees. The provision of wholesome, high-quality ingredients ensures that participants have access to nourishing options that fuel their bodies and provide sustenance throughout the event. This commitment to nutrition empowers attendees to make healthier … [Read more...] about Nourishing Success: The Importance of Corporate Wellness Events
Sam Gowing Mentor
Well it seems like 100 years ago that I started banging on about organic produce, the benefits of understanding food as medicine and mentoring like-minded souls in my proven wellness business solutions. Actually, it’s approaching 25 years so here’s my 6 top tips: 1. Always return to your core business, even when you’re swayed to offer goods & services outside your business box. 2. Listen to your intuition, follow your heart and get your head to organise it. 3. Never underestimate the … [Read more...] about Sam Gowing Mentor
Protected: Master Electricians Wellness Retreat Byron Bay 2023
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Australia’s organic food journey
In a time where green is the new black and clean eating is the new wholefoods hash tag, let's take a look back at Australia’s journey in organic food. But before we do, let me tell you that I was politely fed canned soybeans and boarding school food so it is no wonder that I embarked on a culinary journey as a child where I grew up at the restaurant table in Melbourne during the gastronomic boom of the late 1970s. Developing my passion for regional Asian cuisine through language and travel, I … [Read more...] about Australia’s organic food journey
Back in Black
Greetings Bam Fam! It’s been a minute since we’ve had stock and the good news is that the delicious umami-rich, plant-based spread Black Betty Bam is back in stock. Now most of you have been there since the very beginning when we brought this plant-based, gluten-free wonder to life back in 2017 in beautiful Byron Bay. We're so grateful to have you on this flavourful journey with us. What makes Black Betty Bam so remarkable is that we've always believed in using the best ingredients and … [Read more...] about Back in Black
What is geonomic nutrition?
Let's dive into the fascinating world of geonomic nutrition, a fancy term that helps you make informed food choices based on your genes. It's like unlocking the secret code to your body's nutritional needs! Geonomic nutrition takes into account your unique genetic makeup, environment, and lifestyle when deciding what to munch on. It's all about personalized nutrition tailored just for you.Now, if you're keen to give geonomic nutrition a whirl, the first step is genetic testing. Yeah, I know, it … [Read more...] about What is geonomic nutrition?
Primex Field Days Recipes 2023
PRIMEX is Australia's premier agricultural event. Mindy Woods and myself delivered cooking demos during May 11-13 in Casino NSW. Primex ‘Nourish Food & Drink’ offers a complete supply chain experience where farmers and foodies meet! See, taste, and share a variety of food experiences and destinations. https://youtu.be/YHGMCxfvu_A The Nourish program showcases the region’s locally produced foods and products, creating the connection between farmers and foodies. Primex 2023 delivered … [Read more...] about Primex Field Days Recipes 2023
Smoky lemon chicken and broccoli
Here's a healthy, low-calorie quick and tasty chicken dinner. You can marinate in advance and freeze in batches. https://www.foodhealthwealth.com/broccoli-silverbeet-seaweed-soup/ … [Read more...] about Smoky lemon chicken and broccoli
Kelp – the unsung hero
Kelp, a plant that grows abundantly in the world's oceans, could be the unsung hero in the fight against climate change. Kelp forests, which grow along a quarter of the world's coastlines, have a significant impact on the health of water and fisheries, and are currently undervalued in their contribution to the global economy. Recent research has found that kelp forests generate a staggering $756 billion for the global economy, a testament to the true value of this plant. In fact, a recent … [Read more...] about Kelp – the unsung hero
Matcha coconut and almond bliss balls
My love of green tea is permeated in these lovely matcha bliss balls. Green tea antioxidants may have a powerful effect in reducing inflammation and the severity of rheumatoid arthritis. The antioxidant polyphenols found in tea help to neutralise the harmful effects of free radicals and possess much more potent antioxidant activity than Vitamins C and E. https://www.foodhealthwealth.com/matcha-lime-cheesecake/ … [Read more...] about Matcha coconut and almond bliss balls