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My fermented carrot and beetroot with a dash of chilli flakes which was prepared at my workshop last Wednesday is finally ready! Since it has been so warm, the vegetables fermented within 5 days! If you will like the recipe, inbox me and I’ll happily share. #toyourhealth #fermentation #fermentedfoods #lactofermentation #guthealth #nikaskitchen #diymama

Vegan Parmesan anyone? There are loads of variations to this simply but delicious vegan alternative. I keep it simple by blending the following together: * 1 cup raw cashews * 1/4 cup nutritional yeast * 1/2 tsp pink Himalayan salt * 1/4 tsp garlic granules Store in the fridge in an airtight jar for up to 2 months! #toyourhealth #veganalternatives #veganeats #vegancheese #nikaskitchen #diyhomecooking #chefmama

My first harvest from my container garden...beautiful Claytonia aka Winter Purslane or Miners Lettuce. This green is super easy to grow and is actually frost tolerant! It’s delicious and packed with vitamin C amongst other health benefits. No matter how small the space you have, there is always an edible that you can grow at home. There is nothing more satisfying, than harvesting food which you grow from seeds! Give it a go! #toyourhealth #greenfingeredmama #nikasgarden #nikaskitchen #growyourownfood

Being self employed is very rewarding and at times can be challenging. When times are tough, I remind myself of the reasons why I do what I do. It started with my passion to do what I love and the flexibility and time I have to spend with my beautiful family! Material things comes and goes, but family is priceless and forever! I am grateful for all the positive influences in my life and all of you who have continued to support and encourage me. Love y’all xx #gratitude #selfemployedmama #nikaskitchen #reflections

Today’s lacto-fermentation workshop which I presented, went down a treat and the lunch was a hit as usual! I made my fav chickpea curry and a fruity vegan jello for dessert. Gosh, I often forget to take weekly pics of all those yummilicious meals which I provide for @southwarkmg @gardenorganicuk! I NEED to get on point with the 📷!Special thanks to my cousin @andrson72 for filming the session (stay tuned for promo vid) and cuz @free2embraceme for assisting. #veganeats #lactofermentation #healthyworkshop #gardenorganicsouthwark #vegancatering #nikaskitchen (at Draper Hall)

Today’s goodie is another Jamaican favourite, patties! I made this vegan version with spelt flour for crust and spicy callaloo filling. I’m hoping to freeze some for those rainy days...if they don’t all go before they cool! I’ll attempt a gluten free version soon. 😋 #toyourhealth #healthieralternatives #homebaking #cheflife #nikaskitchenexperiments #jamaicangirlcooking #nikaskitchen

I’m a Jamaican girl who loves bun and cheese! I started making a vegan version a couple of years ago. Today, I made it with a gluten free flour blend which it worked really well accompanied by my fav nut cheese. The delicious, authentic flavours of rum soaked raisins, Red Label wine and Guinness stout stands out. Who says you can’t enjoy your favourites with a little twerk here and there! #toyourhealth #jamaicangirls #veganspicebun #veganbaking #nikaskitchen

These choco-nana mini loaves will also be available at @th_craft_fair tomorrow! They are one of my hubby & children’s fav! Made with all natural, unrefined ingredients of course! #vegancakes #glutenfreecakes #telegraphhillfestival #nikaskitchen #healthieralternatives #notnaughtybutnice #localmakers #