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Cauliflower, like other brassica vegetables, contains a group of phytochemicals called glucosinolates. These important compounds have been found to have anti-cancerous properties as they help reduce inflammation and detoxify carcinogenic compounds before they can cause damage to cells in the body.

These flavoursome chops are a favourite of mine with wonderful herbs and fresh lemon and topped with a fresh Greek salad.

Sweet, fresh corn is grilled until it has a hint of char and then slathered in a spicy, creamy, cheesy sauce in this nod to a popular Mexican street food.

Nothing pairs as beautifully as grilled steak with a fresh and tangy chimichurri. In researching flavour bases, I came across the classic Argentinean combination of sazon spice rub and chimichurri, so I based my rub on the traditional sazon. The main spice in sazon is achiote powder, or ground annatto seeds, but this is not readily available here. Instead, I’ve substituted it with the recommended combination of sweet paprika and turmeric.

Ummak huriyya is a traditional Tunisian dish using boiled mashed carrots. I have been inspired by this dish
and added some of my own touches. I have roasted the carrots instead of boiling so the flavour of the carrots is
sweeter and more intense. I’ve also added toasted pine nuts to add some extra crunch and texture.

I am a big fan of rose harissa. I know it’s not everyone’s favourite, but I love the fragrance it gives to the heat.

Tender, falling-apart lamb, infused with flavour, is paired with a tangy, salty, spicy sauce that lifts the flavours to a whole new level. Serve with a grain salad and some roasted eggplant for a delicious family dinner.

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This healthy fried rice goes perfectly as a side dish served with salmon, chicken or tofu. Pineapple is a fabulous source of vitamin C, which is essential for a strong-functioning immune system, healthy skin and is needed for iron absorption. Pineapple is also loaded with phytochemicals called flavonoids, which have potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help protect against cardiovascular disease and certain types of cancers.

This refreshing iced tea is packed with protective antioxidants. Antioxidants are a vital part of our body’s defence system against cell- damaging free radicals that increase our risk of disease. Including a variety of antioxidant-rich foods and herbs in the diet such as pineapple and ginger is an excellent way to optimize our health and longevity

Sweet and spicy, with a delicious sticky finish, this is a fast and easy way to give your salmon a facelift. Serve it with a simple salad for a dinner with a difference.

This combination of flavours is both fun and nutritious. You can use this recipe to use up any veggies at the end of a week and you can add protein of your choice to make it a complete meal.

A combination of fresh, sweet, summer pineapple, balanced with the slight tartness of the apples.