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Hearty Bean Soup: Recipe
This recipe was born out of a bit of experimentation in the kitchen, and wanting to use the large supply of beans and pearled barley that we ordered online at the start of the lockdown period.
Smoked Tofu and Mushroom Bolognaise: Recipe
This is one of our own inventions. Eon got creative in the kitchen a few weeks ago, and the results were worth writing down and sharing on the blog.
Chai Tea: Recipe
A chai tea recipe I came across online and now honestly can’t remember where I found it. It may not be our invention but we hope you enjoy.
Chocolate Avocado Mousse: Recipe
A recipe for chocolate avocado mousse. We borrowed this from Mind Body Green’s website, so this isn’t our own invention but hope you’ll enjoy.
Aubergine & Halloumi Wraps: Recipe
Our recipe for aubergine & halloumi wraps. We copied the idea from a dinner we enjoyed at a restaurant and created the recipe from our memories.
RAW Co: Eco-Friendly Homeware Goods
I chat to Katherine at Raw Co. about her business and her gorgeous eco-friendly homeware goods.
Bubiroo: Natural Skincare for Moms & Babies
I chat to Dorae Smith from Bubiroo about her natural skincare products for moms and babies.
Bonnie Bio Biodegradable: Compostable Plastic Alternatives
Bonnie Bio have created a range of products that replaces traditional plastic with their biodegradable alternative made from plant materials.
Conscious Being EcoWear: Eco-Friendly Clothing
I chat to Candice from Conscious Being EcoWear about her business and her journey on her mission to change the world’s clothing.
Natural Yogi: Natural Deodorant
I interview Nadia from Natural Yogi. Nadia makes natural deodorants by hand and stocks a variety of health stores all over South Africa.
Vegetable Breyani: Recipe
A recipe for vegetable breyani.
Eat Naked: Super Nude Super Food
Eat Naked is a company that manufactures nut and honey products with all the natural goodness kept in.
Earth & Kin: Natural Skincare
Interview with Andrea Barras from Earth & Kin. This is a natural skincare brand with a range of products created by Andrea Barras and Dorae Smith.
ReTrade: Empowerment through Recycling
The ReTrade Project is based in Port Elizabeth and focuses on encouraging underprivileged people to trade recycling for food and other essentials.
Wild Hive Honey: Gift from the Bees
I chat to Casey & Jeff from Wild Hive Honey about why they started their business and how they ensure quality, natural products.
Spiritgirl Activewear: Eco-Conscious Activewear
Spiritgirl Activewear is the brainchild of Rochele and Leigh. Their activewear is made from material that contains recycled PET.
Better Straws: Buy Metal Straws Online
Featuring Dhrital of Better Straws who wants to help people limit their use of single-use plastic through using stainless steel straws.
Cauliflower Curry: Recipe
A recipe for Cauliflower Curry. Takes a bit of preparation, but it is easy to make and can be enjoyed for dinner, and lunch the following day.
Hello & Welcome!
We are Eon & Melissa de Klerk. We are vegetarians, moving towards living as plant-based as possible.
Melissa loves chai tea with almond milk, and eon loves black coffee.
We have a dachshund called Milo who keeps Melissa company by lying under her desk during the day while she works her day job over at Fox & Owl Media.
We want to share as much information and as many resources as possible, so that you can find products and services to support your eco-conscious lifestyle.
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Milo the sausage pup
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