New Year, New You!
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Fresh into 2022, a lot of us will probably be feeling a little over indulged post Christmas! New Year's Resolutions need not be given up on, we’ve got all the tools you need to make small tweaks to your lifestyle that make the biggest difference in helping you feel your absolute best.
Gastroback Design Dehydrator Natural Plus
Make your own delicious yet healthy snacks using this Dehydrator from Gastroback. Perfect for making your very own vegetable crisps, sweet potato or even beetroot would work as an absolute treat! This flexible and versatile dehydrator, lets you process healthy foods without additives or preservatives and conserve them at a much lower cost than in the shops.
Sage 3X Bluicer Pro Brushed Stainless Steel
To blend... or to juice? The Sage 3X Bluicer Pro removes the need to choose, as it does both! Perfect for those with limited space within the kitchen, with one base for interchangeable actions, the revolutionary Sage 3X Bluicer Pro can blend, juice or bluice using the same base.
RECIPE: Beet the Blues
INGREDIENTS
250g blueberries
250g (approx 2) medium pears, quartered and cored
100g (approx 5) ice cubes
45g (approx ½) peeled lemon
300g (approx 2) courgette, top removed
220g (approx 2) medium beetroots, stalk trimmed
STEP ONE: Add blueberries, pears and ice cubes into the blender jug and attach to the juicer spout.
STEP TWO: Turn variable speed dial to Speed 1 and juice lemon.
STEP THREE: Increase to speed 6 and juice courgette.
STEP FOUR: Increase to speed 10 and juice beetroots.
STEP FIVE: Remove juicer attachment and place blender jug onto motor base. Close the lid securely.
STEP SIX: Select Green Smoothie Program. Serve immediately.
Cuisinart Cookfresh Professional Glass Steamer
There are many health benefits to cooking with a steamer, did you know it retains nutrients and vitamins and reduces the need for extra oils and fats added to the cooking? This Cuisinart Cookfresh Professional Glass Steamer, heats up ready to steam in 30 seconds and the glass chamber maintains moisture and texture in your food.
Spice Kitchen World Spice Tin
We all know that cooking from scratch tends to be better for us, this Spice Kitchen World Spice Tin will transform your Caribbean, Chinese, Indian, Jamaican or Mexican recipes, without the need to leave your kitchen! Expertly created, this gorgeous collection of artisan blends and rubs has been carefully selected for freshness and flavour - perfect for anyone who loves to experiment with different flavours from around the world. Designed to instantly add magic to meat, fish and vegetable dishes.
Judge Healthy 1000W Electric Grill and Sandwich Press
Not just for chicken breast, this versatile health grill and sandwich / panini press channels fat and grease away from food, into the removable drip tray. This grill and sandwich press from Judge has easy to clean non-stick grill plates.
KitchenAid Artisan Kyoto Glow K400 Blender
Built for everyday use, the Artisan Kyoto Glow K400 Blender from KitchenAid has a die-cast metal base for strength, stability and durability. Its understated design oozes soft curves and industrial chic and will proudly stand centre stage in your kitchen, matching your personality and quickly becoming an essential part of your healthy lifestyle.
RECIPE: Tropical Breakfast Bowl
INGREDIENTS
2 x peeled and seeded medium oranges
1 tsp finely grated lime zest
¼ tsp ground cardamom
1 x frozen medium sliced banana
2 tbsp goji berries
160g diced fresh pineapple, papaya or 1 sliced banana
2 tbsp shelled hemp seeds
120ml full fat canned coconut milk
1 tbsp melted coconut oil
1 ½ tbsp fresh lime juice
320g frozen mango
30g frozen raw cauliflower
1 tsp probiotic powder (2 x capsules broken open)
15g coconut flakes
STEP ONE: Throw the coconut milk, oranges, coconut oil, lime zest, lime juice, cardamom, and goji berries, frozen cauliflower, and probiotic powder (if using) into your KitchenAid Artisan K400 Blender blender container, secure the lid, and blast on high for about 30 seconds, until the mixture is completely pulverized and smooth.
STEP TWO: Scrape down the sides of the blender container with the flex edge of the tamper. Add the frozen mango and banana, secure the lid, remove the centre lid cap, and insert the tamper.
STEP THREE: Holding the tamper in place with a firm grip, process at variable speed 11 for 20 to 30 seconds, using the tamper to guide the fruit through the blades until smooth, but still frozen. (It should be a thick consistency like frozen sorbet).
STEP FOUR: Using the flex-edge spatula, guide the frozen mixture evenly into two breakfast bowls, and top with sliced fruit, shaved coconut, and hemp seeds. Enjoy immediately.
Polar Gear Water Tracker 750ml Tritan Bottle Blue
Never underestimate the importance of drinking plenty of water! This Polar Gear Water Tracker Tritan Bottle in Blue, boasts a 750ml capacity and features the slogan “drink more water”. The recommended daily water intake is 1.5L, so simply fill up this bottle twice and you’ll hit your target. The bottle is BPA free, shatter resistant and dishwasher safe. Complete with a flip up, easy flow straw.
Kuvings C9500 Whole Slow Juicer Matt Gunmetal
For those who like to juice… this one's for you! The Kuvings C9500 Whole Slow Juicer finished in Matt Gunmetal is ultra efficient, quiet and has a wide feeding chamber. This stylish juicer from Kuvings is complete with a 4 point attachment system for juicing parts, it has a 77mm diameter feed chute, resulting in minimal preparation of ingredients.
RECIPE: Apple, Ginger, Celery Juice
INGREDIENTS
2 x peeled and seeded medium oranges
1 tsp finely grated lime zest
¼ tsp ground cardamom
1 x frozen medium sliced banana
2 tbsp goji berries
160g diced fresh pineapple, papaya or 1 sliced banana
2 tbsp shelled hemp seeds
120ml full fat canned coconut milk
1 tbsp melted coconut oil
1 ½ tbsp fresh lime juice
320g frozen mango
30g frozen raw cauliflower
1 tsp probiotic powder (2 x capsules broken open)
15g coconut flakes
STEP ONE: Throw the coconut milk, oranges, coconut oil, lime zest, lime juice, cardamom, and goji berries, frozen cauliflower, and probiotic powder (if using) into your KitchenAid Artisan K400 Blender blender container, secure the lid, and blast on high for about 30 seconds, until the mixture is completely pulverized and smooth.
STEP TWO: Scrape down the sides of the blender container with the flex edge of the tamper. Add the frozen mango and banana, secure the lid, remove the centre lid cap, and insert the tamper.
STEP THREE: Holding the tamper in place with a firm grip, process at variable speed 11 for 20 to 30 seconds, using the tamper to guide the fruit through the blades until smooth, but still frozen. (It should be a thick consistency like frozen sorbet).
STEP FOUR: Using the flex-edge spatula, guide the frozen mixture evenly into two breakfast bowls, and top with sliced fruit, shaved coconut, and hemp seeds. Enjoy immediately.