by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | OUR RECIPES
BAKED CINNAMONAPPLES by Marion Price BAKED CINNAMONAPPLES by Marion Price Baked Cinnamon Apples The autumn is the season when apples and pears are in abundance, and can be used to make delicious deserts. The simplest desert of all, and one of the most...
by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | OUR RECIPES
SWEETCORNAND TOFU SCRAMBLE by Marion Price SWEETCORNAND TOFU SCRAMBLE by Marion Price Sweetcorn and Tofu Scramble This is a simple to make and tasty protein-rich dish that uses seasonal sweetcorn and onions. In this recipe you can use fresh sweetcorn, removing the...
by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | ARTICLES, EDITORS CHOICE
BOOK REVIEW by Anna Mackenzie BOOK REVIEW by Anna Mackenzie Rooted – Stories of Life, Land and a Farming Revolution by Sarah Langford. Recommended by Anna Mackenzie. Anna says; a remarkable and beautiful read for anyone with vision for...
by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog, OUR RECIPES
Shiitake Tea by Anna Mackenzie Shiitake Tea by Anna Mackenzie To me the shiitake mushroom is a beautiful mushroom. The joy of Aveline Kushi teaching us how to make shiitake tea, with the heart felt appreciation that she had for the effect of the preparation of all...
by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog
Three lovely chant soundsto practice by Anna Mackenzie Three lovely chant soundsto practice by Anna Mackenzie Three lovely chant sounds to practise daily or weekly indoors or outdoors. Sitting where we choose, a daily 3 minute chant of peace, grounded-ness,...
by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog
Wabi Sabi by Simon Brown Wabi Sabi by Simon Brown Wabi sabi is very hard to translate. I have asked many Japanese people to translate the words for me and there are lots of slightly different interpretations. The version I like is, transient beauty...
by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog
Less is Morefor a Beautiful Life by Melanie Waxman Less is Morefor a Beautiful Life by Melanie Waxman When I moved from the USA to Spain over 9 years ago, I downsized from a large house with a big barn to 4 boxes. I also sold my car and, on arrival,...
by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog
Less is more by Simon Brown Less is more by Simon Brown Macrobiotics has had an amazing influence on my life. Yet, I sometimes wonder if it became too complicated, attempting to be all things to all people, to have an answer for everything. Just for...
by admin | Mar 20, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog
Walking on the Wild Side by Marion Price Walking on the Wild Side by Marion Price The days are long gone when our ancestors walked the land, drank from the streams and slept on moss under hedgerows, wrapped only in their cloaks. Nowadays we are more likely to...
by admin | Mar 20, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog
Exercise by Simon Brown Exercise by Simon Brown To have good energy for exercise it helps to be sure we have good sleep and rest, enjoy regular periods of deep breathing through the day to oxygenate the blood, and eat a diet that includes whole grains...
by admin | Mar 20, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog
Gentle, Thoughtful, Fasting by Anna Mackenzie Gentle, Thoughtful, Fasting by Anna Mackenzie “Change, but start slowly, because direction is more important than speed”Quote from Paulo Coelho In the air is that magical time between seasons, so tangible...
by admin | Mar 20, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog
Spring Cleaning by Melanie Waxman Spring Cleaning by Melanie Waxman Spring is a wonderful time for new beginnings and creating change within the home and ourselves. Our home is like a sanctuary, away from the bustle and daily stresses of life. We can...
by admin | Mar 19, 2023 | ARTICLES, Blog
Memorial for Denny by Bill Tara Memorial for Denny by Bill Tara DENNY WAXMAN MACROBIOTIC PIONEER It saddened me greatly to hear that Denny Waxman had passed away. If a pioneer is willing to explore new territory and move on facing the unknown, then Denny...
by admin | Mar 19, 2023 | OUR RECIPES
DANDELIONFLOWER TEA by Marion Price DANDELIONFLOWER TEA by Marion Price Dandelion Flower Tea Have a cup of golden sunshine! This is such a lovely simple tea to have in springtime. Made from the gorgeous yellow flowers of the common dandelion, this tea is very mild...
by admin | Mar 19, 2023 | OUR RECIPES
SPRING NETTLESOUP by Marion Price SPRING NETTLESOUP by Marion Price Spring Nettle soup This is a very simple version of the delicious spring tonic: nettle soup! This soup makes one feel revitalized and amazing! Nettles are a wonderful source of nutrients including...
by admin | Dec 2, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
HOT DRINK by Filipa Silva HOT DRINK by Filipa Silva Hot Drink 6 cups Oat drink3 tablespoons unsweetened Cocoa Powder1 teaspoon Vanilla extract1 teaspoon Cinnamon1 teaspoon grated Ginger3 tablespoons Maple syrup1 tablespoons Corn starch Add all the ingredients...
by admin | Dec 2, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
AMAZING ALMOND BALLS by Katerina Mlejnkova AMAZING ALMOND BALLS by Katerina Mlejnkova Almond balls We cannot imagine this festive season without some recipe with almonds. This magnificent fruit, cultivated for thousands of years, is rich in protein, fiber,...
by admin | Dec 2, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
REFRESHING LEMONCORIANDER SOUP by Melanie Waxman REFRESHING LEMONCORIANDER SOUP by Melanie Waxman Refreshing Lemon Coriander Soup 4-6 cups WaterSmall strip of Kombu seaweed3 Chinese Cabbage leaves shredded¼ cup Red Cabbage shredded1 Carrot juliennedSmall...
by admin | Dec 2, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
CRISPY KALE by Katerina Mlejnkova CRISPY KALE by Katerina Mlejnkova Crispy Kale 250 g Curly Kale2 tbsp Sesame Oil (sunflower, rapeseed oil)Pepper (Optional)Sea Salt Preheat the oven to 160-180ºC. Wash the leaves and dry them. Remove the stalk and with your...
by admin | Dec 2, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
HAPPY HOLIDAY SALAD by Melanie Waxman HAPPY HOLIDAY SALAD by Melanie Waxman Happy Holiday Salad
2 cups Winter Squash (Cut into chunks)2 tablespoons Basil (Finely chopped )Olive oil
Sea salt Black Pepper (Freshly ground )2 cups Mushrooms (Thickly sliced)4 cups...
by admin | Dec 2, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
WHOLE GRAINS WITH BEANS AND CHESTNUTS by Simon Brown WHOLE GRAINS WITH BEANS AND CHESTNUTS by Simon Brown Whole Grains with beans and chestnut 250 g Soaked short grain brown rice150 g Soaked aduki (kidney or black beans.)100 g Soaked dried chestnuts (pre cooked...
by admin | Dec 2, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
WINTER CELEBRATIONCAKE by Anna Mackenzie WINTER CELEBRATIONCAKE by Anna Mackenzie Winter Celebration Cake Makes a 5 -6lb cake All ingredients are organic 2 cups raisins1 cup sultanas1 cup currents1 teaspoon Lemon peel (freshly chopped)1 teaspoon Orange...
by admin | Dec 2, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
TRADITIONAL ENGLISHCHRISTMAS PUDDING by Marion Price TRADITIONAL ENGLISHCHRISTMAS PUDDING by Marion Price Traditional English Christmas Pudding This is a very special pudding that many of us look forward to eating at Christmas! This is an all plant-based version...
by admin | Dec 2, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
SEASONAL SPICEDAPPLE PUNCH by Marion Price SEASONAL SPICEDAPPLE PUNCH by Marion Price Seasonal Spiced Apple Punch This simple non-alcoholic spicy drink is served hot and is deeply relaxing – a glass or two is a good way to start the festive season! It works best...
by admin | Nov 5, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
SEITAN MINCESHEPARD’S PIE by Angela Agrati Prange SEITAN MINCESHEPARD’S PIE by Angela Agrati Prange Seitan mince Shepard’s pie 2 cups of minced seitan2 onions (cut in small cubes)2 carrots (cut in small cubes)1/2 cup of cut mushrooms1/2 cup...
by admin | Nov 5, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
ROAST CAULIFLOWERSTEAKES by Marion Price ROAST CAULIFLOWERSTEAKES by Marion Price Roast Cauliflower Steakes Cauliflowers are plentiful in the winter months and this simple recipe gives them a depth of flavour that is both delicious and satisfying. Although it is...
by admin | Nov 5, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
HEARTHY WINTERVEGETABLES SOUP by Marion Price HEARTHY WINTERVEGETABLES SOUP by Marion Price Hearty Winter Vegetable Soup As the weather becomes more chilly we need more hearty warming foods, and soup is a good way to get start any meal. This soup is made with...
by admin | Nov 3, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Growing Foodsin Bedfordshire by Katerina Mlejnkova Growing Foodsin Bedfordshire by Katerina Mlejnkova When you get introduced to the macrobiotic life, you discover multiple ways of practicing it. You can eat organic, seasonal and local, with animal...
by admin | Nov 3, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Metal Chi Energy by Simon Brown Metal Chi Energy by Simon Brown The movement of the autumn, sunset, metal chi is inward. It is the energy of the farmers collecting the harvest, seeds and nuts being pushed into the earth and the bears eating for the...
by admin | Nov 2, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Learning, Stories, Activities by Anna Mackenzie Learning, Stories, Activities by Anna Mackenzie The power of profound meaning is found in blue……………………… Blue is the ‘heavenly’ colour. The ultimate feeling it creates is one of rest. Supernatural rest, not the...
by admin | Nov 2, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Natural Immunity by Melanie Waxman Natural Immunity by Melanie Waxman We live in a time when our immunity is greatly challenged. It seems we are becoming more sensitive and immune compromised as a result of our modern world and the increase of...
by admin | Aug 21, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Late Summer Musings by Anna Mackenzie Late SummerMusings by Anna Mackenzie Three quotes from Rachel Carson who wrote Silent Spring. “The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have...
by admin | Aug 21, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Fire Chi by Simon Brown Fire Chi by Simon Brown The summer brings us into the period of Fire Chi in the Five Elements. Energy rises through the spring and is thought to peak, radiating out, shining like the sun in the summer. Think of flowers...
by admin | Aug 19, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
COOLINGCUCUMBER SOUP by Melanie Waxman COOLINGCUCUMBER SOUP by Melanie Waxman Cooling Cucumber Soup 1 english cucumber (peeled and cut into chunks)½ cup unsweetened almond milk1 garlic clove (sliced)6 basil leaves1 spring onion (cut into small pieces)1 granny...
by admin | Aug 19, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
SUMMER SALADWITH TOFU by Melanie Waxman SUMMER SALADWITH TOFU by Melanie Waxman Summer Salad with Tofu 1 tablespoon cilantro or herb of choice
(finely minced )2 cups chinese cabbage (finely sliced)1 small cucumber (peeled and finely sliced)1 celery stalk...
by admin | Jun 2, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Good Sleep by Simon Brown Good Sleep by Simon Brown SLEEP Sleep is vital for good energy. Activity in the parts of our brain that control decision making, emotions and social interactions are greatly reduced during our deep sleep, suggesting deep...
by admin | May 31, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
CARROT HUMMUS by Melanie Waxman CARROT HUMMUS by Melanie Waxman Carrot Hummus 2 carrots (cut into chunks and steamed until soft, a good way to use up old carrots
)2 cups cooked chickpeas½ cup chickpea water or spring water
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons...
by admin | May 31, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
BROWN RICEBUDDHA BOWL by Melanie Waxman BROWN RICEBUDDHA BOWL by Melanie Waxman Brown Rice Buddha Bowl 1 block block firm tofu (cut into 6 slices)Sea salt 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds1-2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger1-2 cloves of garlic (crushed)1...
by admin | May 31, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Healthy Body Movement by Filipa Silva Healthy Body Movement by Filipa Silva Since past times, humans have moved from place to place, whether to run away from bad weather, to find more food or simply to discover other places. Our body is keen on...
by admin | May 30, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
High Energy Foods by Simon Brown High Energy Foods by Simon Brown HIGH ENERGY FOODS To enjoy more energy with macrobiotics the key component to explore are high energy macrobiotic foods, deep breathing exercises, good sleep, positive thinking,...
by admin | May 29, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Nature in every Breath by Anna Mackenzie Nature in every Breath by Anna Mackenzie The magic of breath; taking in precious oxygen to nourish ourselves and letting go of the air that has served us, every second of our life. We watch the rise and fall of the side of...
by admin | May 29, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Managing Energy by Melanie Waxman Managing Energy by Melanie Waxman Managing Energy by Melanie Waxman Our world is made up of energy. In these modern times, there is a global challenge around energy and a constant debate on which one is best –...
by admin | Mar 14, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
BEST LEMON MOUSSE by Anna Mackenzie BEST LEMON MOUSSE by Anna Mackenzie Best Lemon Mousse! 4 tbsps Lovely left over oat porridge 1 tbsp Oat, rice or almond milk1 drop Organic vanilla essence1 dessert-spoon Lemon zest4 tbsps Lemon juice to tasteRice syrup...
by admin | Mar 14, 2022 | OUR RECIPES
GORGEOUS GREENS by Anna Mackenzie GORGEOUS GREENS by Anna Mackenzie Gorgeous Greens Greens 1 Broccoli 1 Cavolo Nero 1 Curly Kale 1 Wakame 1/4 Red Pepper Sauce Cooking water sea salt 1 tbsp Tahini 1 dessert-spoon white miso 1 dessert-spoon olive or...
by admin | Mar 12, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
One macrobiotic mum’s journey in raising children by Florence Price One macrobiotic mum’s journey in raising children by Florence Price When I was a child going to school in the early 90’s, my very dedicated macrobiotic mom made me a lunch box every...
by admin | Mar 12, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
New Beginnings– a timefor cleansing by Melanie Waxman New Beginnings – a time for cleansing by Melanie Waxman New Beginnings – a time for cleansing by Melanie Waxman Spring is a time of new beginnings. We often feel the urge to eat lighter foods,...
by admin | Mar 11, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
Five Elements – Tree and Spring by Simon Brown Five Elements – Tree and Spring by Simon Brown Chinese yin yang and the five elements started out as a clock, lunar calendar and solar calendar with the first evidence found on animal bones...
by admin | Mar 11, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
VEGETABLES KIDS WILL LOVE by Marlene Watson-Tara VEGETABLES KIDS WILL LOVE by Marlene Watson-Tara Tofu Salad Vegetables Kids will love: This simple salad packs well in lunch boxes and is a great after school treat as well. 4 slices packaged baked smoked tofu
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by admin | Mar 11, 2022 | ARTICLES, EDITORS CHOICE
BOOK REVIEWS by Anna Mackenzie BOOK REVIEWS by Anna Mackenzie Both these books are humble and a profound, heartening wake up call that encompass the breadth of yin / yang understanding and 5 transformations – and in my view essential for those...
by admin | Mar 11, 2022 | ARTICLES, Blog
TWO SIMPLE RECIPESFOR SPRING by Anna Mackenzie TWO SIMPLE RECIPESFOR SPRING by Anna Mackenzie Gorgeous Greens Greens1 Broccoli1 Cavolo Nero1 Curly Kale1 Wakame1/4 Red PepperSauceCooking watersea salt1 tbsp Tahini1 dessert-spoon white miso1 dessert-spoon...
