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Today I am sharing something I wrote a while back and published on Instagram on the day of my birthday. Now almost 6 months later it couldn’t be more true. So here it is again for you to read.

“For once something not food related and pretty personal. I am sharing a big part of my story with you and what better picture is there other than my naked butt to show you? Let me just say things the way…

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Life update: Uni, Work, Travel

Life update: Uni, Work, Travel

Wow, it’s been a while! It was very quiet around here. I could give a hundred excuses why I didn’t write in such a long time, but I am honest: I wasn’t feeling it. At all. Life happened. A lot happened in the last year(s). Things were a bit like this: I graduated, I moved, got a job and left it again to go travel.

GRADUATION: Well it was finally my turn! I finished my medical studies in summer of…

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Let's talk politics

Let’s talk politics

current policies subsidize the meat and dairy industry which results in cheap meat and dairy products. When people think of the vegan lifestyle they all too often ten to think of it as an expensive way of eating. In other words: more expensive than a normal Western diet would cost them. But they are not looking at the big picture… standard Western diet is harmful for our health and well-being and…

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Month of travel: April

The cold and rainy days here in good old Luxembourg this time a year make my mind wander back to my adventurous trip around the world last year. One of the countries I had the chance to visit was Vietnam, and let me tell you, they have amazing vegan food over there. You just have to know where to find it. The easiest way to do that, is get to the HappyCow App. What are you waiting for? Get it, it makes travelling so much easier and so much more enjoyable.

Rice Fields in Northern Vietnam

Water Buffalo

The first week in Vietnam the weather was kinda weird, very hazy and cloudy with the occasional rain pouring down. That all changed during week 2 when temperatures rose to 36°C. Cruising Halong Bay was definitely stunning but my favourite part was probably trekking around a remote area in Northern Vietnam along rice fields and passing by water buffalos. It was a once in a lifetime experience, at least for me. Not your typical vacationing you do to relax, but getting a real sweat on while climbing those hills, being all adventurous and stuff. Our host family were the loveliest people welcoming us into their home, cooking for us and even preparing a mouthwatering vegan dish for me, called Dau Sot Ca Chua: it’s basically fried tofu in a hearty tomato sauce served with rice. Super simple, super delish!

Coffee Shop in Hoi An

Make sure to visit the lovely coast town Hoi An when in travelling in Vietnam. And while you’re there, go get you tailored dresses, suits, tops etc. Anything you want, they’ll make it. Yes they are that good. It’s probably also a good idea to head to a tailor shop as soon as you arrive, so you’ll be able to squeeze in all the fittings (usually 3) while you’re in town. The tailors will make sure your custom made clothing fits perfectly.

Now back to the food part! Hoi An has to offer some pretty amazing local dishes, plus they are usually inexpensive when you go to one of those inconspicuous street food style eateries.

  Mì Quàng

The traditional Hoi An dish Mì Quàng is usually made with yellow flat rice noodles, different mock meats topped off with peanuts and rice crackers served with greens on the side. Eating this is a bit like having a noodle soup. In Vietnam, a lot of dishes come with a side of greens which are usually a mixture of salads and herbs.

  Cao La

Another dish Hoi An is known for is Cao Lau. It is made with thick rice flour noodles (similar to udon noodles which are made with wheat), mock meats, fried crackers. What’s so special about this local dish? It is made with lye water from a well in the Hoi An region.

  Don’t be fooled, the culinary highlights in Vietnam are not limited to noodle dishes. I have two words for you: Bánh Mì! I am talking about Vietnamese style baguette. Absolutely delectable and also inexpensive. Sorry there is no picture for you to look at, but as you can imagine I had devoured my sandwich before I remembered to take a picture.

Fresh Spring Rolls

One last tipp to navigate you safely through Vietnamese food heaven: look for this kind of sign pictured below on the left. In Vietnamese culture, vegetarian often means vegan and if you let people know that you’r a “strict vegetarian”, they will point out vegan-friendly dishes for you. Tofu, rice and vegetables are all typical staple foods in Vietnam, so you should be able to get fed about anywhere in Vietnam.

An Chay means vegetarian and Quan Chay means vegetarian restaurant.

Rice with Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Vietnam: Food Diary Month of travel: April The cold and rainy days here in good old Luxembourg this time a year make my mind wander back to my adventurous trip around the world last year.

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Recipe: Vegan Tiramisu Seriously, who doesn't love Tiramisu? Before turning vegan Tiramisu was my favourite dessert. Having an Italian background Tiramisu was served at every family event and was also my go-to dessert when I went to a restaurant.

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Recipe: Baked Oats

Is there anything nicer than a sweet and warming brekki? As winter is full on here in Vienna I like to switch my cold overnight oats for something warm. But just cooking my oats would be too boring, right? Well let’s just put it in the oven then! Here’s what you need: 1 cup of oats Cinnamon to taste 1 apple a handful of blueberries (fresh or frozen) Cashew milk (or any other plant based milk you…

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Top tips for healthy skin Not everyone is blessed with perfect skin without any efforts, but believe me when I say, you don't longer have to wait for glowy and bright skin when you have acne prone skin just like me!

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Don't miss out on our Christmas give away on our Facebook page! We are giving away a vegan cook book and a cool kale shirt! Good luck! (Link in bio) http://ift.tt/2h1HVCA

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Recipe: Vegan Potato and Leek Soup

Recipe: Vegan Potato and Leek Soup

Is there something better than a warm and hearty soup on a cold evening? What about this yummy potato and leek soup? I think it is even suitable for the holidays…What do you think? Here’s what you need for 4 people: 1 medium leek 1 clove of garlic 1 small onion 900g potatoes 500ml vegetable stock 250ml unsweetened rice milk Fresh parsley Olive oil 3-4 tablespoons of pumpkin seed oil Salt, pepper,…

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The new superfood: Blackstrap molasses. Find out more about the benefits of blackstrap molasses on the blog. (Link in Bio) http://ift.tt/2ePL6I1

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5 Benefits of Blackstrap molasses

5 Benefits of Blackstrap molasses

Never heard of the dark, thick and pasty syrup called blackstrap molasses? Well, let me tell you more about this super food: Technically it is a byproduct of the sugar cane refining process. Sugar cane juice is boiled three times and during the third and last step, blackstrap molasses is separated from the white table sugar. There are different grades of molasses (light e.g. golden syrup, dark…

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Sorry we've been MIA for quite some time here. We needed a little break after our travels and are ready to spoil you rotten with the best vegan foods we can find out there. What about these killer pancakes? Make sure to check out the recipe which is up on the blog now. (link in bio) http://ift.tt/2erwJcW

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Recipe: Vegan Pancakes

Pancakes are for weekends and weekends are for pancakes. Agree? There’s not much to say about these super delicious treats so let’s get right into the details of the recipe. Here’s what you need for 2-3 people: 1/2 cup flour 1 teaspoon of baking powder 1 teaspoon of baking soda 1 cups cashew milk 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar zest of 1/2 a lime 1/4 cup water 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1…

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Photo Diary: New Zealand

Photo Diary: New Zealand

It’s almost three weeks that I am back in Europe (and still  adjusting…) and I must say I miss being on the road. So this weekend I’ll spoil you with some bits and pieces from my recent trip to New Zealand. Travelling to New Zealand was on my bucket list ever since I was a young teen. I couldn’t stop dreaming about the rough and raw nature, untouched beaches and deep jungles. And let me say: I…

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RECIPE: Vegan Panna Cotta

RECIPE: Vegan Panna Cotta

Finally, after being on the road for more than one year, I am back in my kitchen and ready to spoil you with some uber delicious recipes! I’ll start with something sweet and summery before the cold seasons hits us: Panna Cotta. A traditional Italian dessert served in many variations, but with one big problem being that the main ingredient is heavy cream. No problem, let’s just swab it for coconut…

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