Orange Moroccan Chicken Tajine

You probably already know when you read my blogs I prepare my diners ahead for the week. Normally Sunday is my cooking evening. Depending on what I have in store and what I am up to I start preparing. This is Orange Moroccan Chicken Tajine is of my favorites too; spicy, sweet and with a bite. The inspiration for this … Read More

Spicy Chorizo Couscous

I normally prepare my meals on Sunday for the coming three days. By doing this I create myself some time on Monday and Tuesday for example to go to the gym. This week it was going to be a tropical weather, so wanted to bring my dinner meal to the beach and spend less time in the kitchen. I prepared … Read More

Strawberry Coconut Bowl

Saturday morning; after a whole week of normal simple breakfasts of yogurt, fruit and nuts, I look forward to something special in the weekends. I have more time to make it and of course to eat it. I looked in the refrigerator and all that was left were some fresh strawberries. But no worries, in the freezer and shelfs I … Read More

Homemade Granola

You can find many recipes on granola, but this one I like a lot!! And to be honest it is very easy to make. You have to wait and stir every 10 minutes, but in the meantime you can do whatever you want. The only disadvantage is that it taste so good that you can’t stop eating it……hmmmm. Rens Kroes … Read More

Chia Strawberry Pudding Breakfast

Chia seeds are a power food and rich of omega 3 fat acids and proteins. You can use them in smoothie bowls and drinks. If you combine them in liquid they swell and become a sort of gel texture. That is how you can make the pudding. You can vary a lot with this chia pudding and it is a … Read More

Simple Spring Rolls

In the summer you don’t want to stand in the kitchen too long to prepare your food. This recipe for spring rolls is super easy, fresh and healthy at the same time. You can have the simple spring rolls for lunch or a light dinner. And you can prepare and take it with you to the beach or park! See … Read More

Summer Watermelon Breakfast Bowl

Watermelon tastes so good on warm sunny days! Most of the time after my run on Sunday I make myself an ice bowl. This time with the watermelon that I cut into small pieces the day before putting it into in the freezer in big portions. I left some fresh watermelon to decorate and the rest I used for a … Read More

Açaí Breakfast Coconut Bowl

When I was in Bali I ate a lot of fresh ice fruit bowls. They are cold, healthy and besides that they look so pretty!! When I returned home, I needed to make those for myself as well to keep the holiday vibe alive. Actually it’s easy to make and you can vary endlessly with the ingredients! This one is … Read More

Food & Restaurants in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv is known for the good and healthy food. You see a lot of vegetarian restaurants everywhere. I’m not a vegetarian but my sister is, so for her it was wahala here. I like to eat the local food wherever I am. In my opinion it is the best to eat, fresh, with ingredients that grow close, support hopefully … Read More

Lunch recipe: Hummus with grilled vegetables

I already made hummus before I even left to Tel Aviv, I love hummus!!!! This time I used the herbs that I bought at the Carmel Market to make this hummus with grilled vegetable. It is so easy but so tasty and healthy. I use spelt bread as a basis, but you can use any bread you like or have … Read More