Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Asian Style Wild Boar Stir Fry Recipe with Wild & Game
I am the biggest advocate of a mid-week stir fry. The easiest meal to make and a great way to get some veggies into you. Last week I made this Asian Style Wild Boar Stir Fry and I just had to share it. As I’ve said previously, I am not one to shy away from game […]
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Sunday Lunch: Roast Leg of Lamb Recipe with LittleSeed Oil
LittleSeed produce cold pressed rape seed oil, that is 100% extra virgin – they use the first pressing only. In this recipe I have just used their standard LittleSeed Cold Pressed Rapseed, that’s great for roasting, frying and salad dressings. However, they do also sell flavoured oils. The Chilli, Garlic and Ginger LittleSeed Oil is absolutely amazing for stir […]
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Working Out
I usually manage 2 workouts a week, although I’ve really been trying to fit in another recently. My usual is a spin class then a personal training session, but I’ve managed to fit in a second spin class a couple of times this year. However, I’m getting a little tired of just spinning. A few […]
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#214 Mindfulness Tips
I’ve recently taken up the practice of Mindfulness Meditation, I sometimes find it very hard to switch off from my PhD and I’ve found the practice so far to help clear my mind. For those of you who are new to the technique, just starting out or even seasoned practitioners; this month’s Om Yoga magazine has some useful […]
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Lockdown Banana and Chocolate Loaf | Recipe
You may sigh, another person, another banana loaf of lockdown. But if it’s getting people cooking and baking, then I am here for this. My Banana and Chocolate Loaf is a super easy recipe as well. It’s also alright if you don’t have dark choc, either substitute or you could add in sultanas instead. Ingredients […]
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A Delicious Lemon and Raspberry Cake | Recipe
I took this Gin and Tonic Cake recipe and made amends in order to make this cake. I chose fresh raspberries over frozen as I wasn’t sure how the moisture would work with frozen ones. So if you do choose to make that choice rather than fresh, be warned I haven’t tried it. You may need to […]
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Pea, Spinach and Crab Risotto with Riso Gallo
I really fancied some fresh flavours as we’re coming into spring. I picked up spinach and peas at our local farm shop, with this I thought some brown and white crab meat would go with. We often put chicken or pancetta in our risottos, so it was nice to do something different. (If you’re veggie […]
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Five Ways to Get Outdoors More
It turns out I’m not the only one who’s trying to get outdoors more. Although with busy lives and house buying we know it’s not always possible, but here’s Five Ways to Get Outdoors More. I hope it’ll encourage you to spend weekends on your feet in the countryside as well. Have a look at […]
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How to Fit In Marathon Training with a Busy Schedule?
A lot of people have asked how I manage to fit everything in. A busy work schedule, crazy commute, marathon training and of course life! It’s not really a surprise that it doesn’t always work out. Life happens, but chatting with a friend of mine who is a coach, he says there’s scope in most […]
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Easy Peasy Chicken Kiev Quesadillas | Recipe
I like quesadillas because they’re easy, you can put in whatever you want and they can be a good way to use up leftovers. For my Chicken Kiev Quesadillas i actually came up with them because the peppers I had would’ve gone off otherwise. But if you don’t have peppers you could put in any […]
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