Real food, interesting sources. I explore plant-based foods, alternative proteins, and practical tips for eating well and adventurously — including a few surprises along the way. Not all of it is plant-based, but most of it is!
Edibles Edible insects are high in protein and have a lower environmental impact than many foods. ⸻ ooOooOoo ⸻ 🐜 Hormigas Culonas, Big-Bottomed Ants For centuries, hormigas culonas, or “big-bottomed ants” (a type of large leaf-cutter ant, always female) have…
Mushrooms may not be protein-rich, but they have an earthy, umami flavour that allows them to be used in place of meat — and some are surprisingly nutrient-dense too. ⸻ ✦ ⸻ Mushrooms may not be protein-rich, but they have…
Edibles Insects are some of the most abundant creatures on our planet. ⸻ ooOooOoo ⸻ Insect production can take place in small spaces. The pollution generated to produce this protein is 0.6% in comparison with traditional proteins which is 60%.…
DIY Edibles Non-clumpy, freezer-friendly bananas — no wedge required. ⸻ ooOooOoo ⸻ Don’t you hate how fast bananas ripen? And then when you go to freeze them, they all clump together like a massive pack of ice. When you want…