If there is one thing that continues to challenge me as a new vegan, it is navigating the hugely varied and tempting, constantly new and evolving vegan junk food offerings. It is of course, ever predictable, that as veganism has stormed into the mainstream- commercial food companies have realised what a massive market there is …
The Key To Motivation
It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. Confucius. How motivated are you? You will never always be motivated, so you must learn to be disciplined. Motivation can be very elusive, but when it strikes- you have gold. Some days you wake up and cannot wait to get …
The Last Wine Bar & Restaurant. Restaurant Review
If you want quality, atmosphere and history look no further than The Last Wine Bar and Restaurant in Norwich. Nearing its thirtieth birthday, The Last Wine Bar shows no signs of slowing down, and it seems to be unearthing its biggest secret…. It is actually, very much vegan friendly. I love eating at restaurants that …
The Wonderful World of Blogging
I launched Generosity of Spirit about six months ago – my goal was simple- primarily I wanted to write more. A simple, but scary idea. Writing and putting myself out there in the form of a personal blog for all to read, was daunting, but I was determined to push myself out of my comfort …
Park Farm Hotel, Hethersett
Last weekend my best friend got married- to her best friend in a beautiful ceremony at her family’s farm in Great Melton. The day was absolutely perfect and full of love and laughter! So, we would be close by, many of the wedding party booked into nearby hotel- Park Farm in Hethersett. I have stayed …
Visiting: Southwold
Beside the Sea in Southwold We have stayed at The Crown Hotel in Southwold a couple of times before, but this was our first visit as vegans and our first visit for more than one night. We based our trip around a birthday gift I got for Bear to ‘Make your Own Gin’ with local …
The Official Norwich Vegans Summer Fayre 2019
Bear and I visited our first ever vegan fayre last weekend- the Official Norwich Vegans Summer Fayre 2019 at The Forum. Spoiler alert- we absolutely loved it! I wish we could go to a vegan fayre every week. More than fifty stalls, each one full of tempting products, food and treats. From amazing vegan bakers, …
An Introduction: Vegan Alcohol
I have been a vegan for nine months and ever since I have been learning and trying lots of different foods and products. I have also started to rethink my beauty products and make up choices – where possible switching to vegan and ethical brands. And… slowly over the last few months, I have been …
Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa
I discovered Bedford Lodge Hotel and Spa about 18 months ago, and I have already racked up five spa breaks… I just wanted to share this beautiful place with all of my nearest and dearest (so long as I was invited along for the ride!). Last weekend, my lovely friend and I were there, pushing …
RECIPE: Vegan Spinach Quesadillas
I am always on the lookout for new, healthy vegan recipes and just lately- I have been so inspired, by just about everything! Between my Vegan life magazines, Instagram, favourite vegan websites and my cook book collection, I am literally spoilt for choice. But it can also be overwhelming to know where to begin, so …