Written by Kara Goodsell Translated as “intense stretch of the ‘west side’ of the body” Paschimottanasana is a basic seated forward bend, which stretches the length of the spine, and allows the life-force to flow [...]
Written by Gitam Garden What to do when you can’t decide between two of your favourite cake recipes for a celebration? Combine them of course! Ingredients: ¾ cup poppyseeds 1 cup milk 1 cup water [...]
It’s 6.30am in Pondicherry, India, and my sweat tastes like insect repellent. Wiping my brow with a sarong, I contemplate which is the more yogic option: killing insistent mosquitoes with my hand, or lathering my [...]
By Sarah Berry Yoga is possible for anybody who really wants it. Yoga is universal.... But don't approach yoga with a business mind looking for worldly gain. ~ Sri Krishna Pattabhi Jois Bernadette McGree was [...]
Written by Gitam Garden Cauliflowers are cheap and plentiful at the moment, and they are so rich in anti-oxidants and other health-giving properties. Lightly browning the cauliflower before cooking it in the curry sauce really [...]
Written by Gitam Garden Pears are ripe and delicious at the moment! Here's a yummy desert, with ginger and cinnamon to warm you on a cold winter's night.4 ripe pears 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon ½ [...]
Written by Gitam Garden Preparation and cooking time 30 minutes Serves 4 Vata characteristics are dryness, coolness, roughness, lightness and constant motion, and to restore balance to Vata dosha its good to include, smooth, heavy [...]
By Ana Davis Every time I go to Bali, the moment I step out of the airport into the steamy, nasi-goreng scented air, I start smiling. I just can’t help myself. Smiling is contagious in [...]
Written by Gitam Garden The perfect summer breakfast: light, delicious, temptingly beautiful. Fresh Fruit Salad Simply cut into cubes the most mouthwatering fruits you can find: mango, peach, nectarine, banana, papaya, grapes, kiwifruit etc. [...]
Written by Gitam Garden A light and crispy salad for a spring lunch date. Preparation time: 15 minutes Serves: 4-6 Ingredients Method Juice of 1 lime 1/3 tablespoon wholegrain mustard 1 tablespoon honey [...]