There's just something about carrot cake, isn't there? I can't describe it, but I'm pretty sure my love for this classic recipe stems from the incredible flavours, like cinnamon and ginger, as well as my obsession with sneaky veggies added into baked goods! Either way, recently I was on an absolute kitchen mission, testing out … Continue reading Ciara’s Coconutty Carrot Cake
Venice. The first trip of 2018 for me, and a really special experience. I took a little holiday there with my lovely mom in the middle of March this year - just after a week of 7 night shifts which ended on the morning of my birthday. With a week off after to rest and … Continue reading The Irish Balance Guide To…Venice
Vanilla Style! I came up with this recipe a couple of weeks ago, on a night when (shock horror!) I realised I had no yoghurt for a late evening snack. So instead of running to the nearest store, I decided to try my hand at a recipe I had been meaning to get to for … Continue reading The Two Minute Protein Muffin
Okay, I might have an obsession with making bean-based protein bars. But hey, you guys have loved all of my creations to date, so here we go with a new one! I recently ran out of my Chickpea Power Bars, so I figured why not get a little inventive again! In this recipe, I've used mixed … Continue reading Pulsin’ Protein Bars
Nothing but smiles all round! Disclaimer: I am a Wellfest addict. I know it, they know it, you know it - and I'm darn proud of it. Last year, in a total high of positive vibes after the 2017 weekend, I wrote about my Wellfest experience, simply because it was just so much fun, and I wanted to share … Continue reading Wellfest 2018 – A Creative, Courageous Community
NOM ALERT. Recently, I was lucky enough to get to go to the Health Blogger's Community Summit event, and I got to try a gorgeous new chocolate by a brand called Nu Cao, and I had been really keen to try a new recipe with it! So, we all know Ciara LOVES dark chocolate, and coffee. Two absolute … Continue reading Cheeky Chocolate Coffee Loaf
'I can't train, I'm injured.' Have any of you ever had to say that out loud? If so - let me ask you this. How did it make you feel? Sad? Angry? Frustrated? Disappointed? I'll bet all four, if like me, you're a person who loves activity and being able to literally try any kind … Continue reading Injuries and Training Mindset – How I Found My Silver Lining
'Move more, eat less.' Sounds simple, doesn't it? In the media, we often hear this phrase said in relation to tips and advice for healthier living, and weight loss. In reality, that sort of broad thinking is neither simple nor helpful, as it doesn't contain any specific guidance for any individual to follow. How MUCH … Continue reading Exercise Is Medicine – One We Need Everyday
Time for a GUEST POST gang! I am so excited to bring you this absolutely delicious recipe from the fantastic, creative and all round SOUND crew at Bowl's Healthy Eating, a personal and group catering company based in Dublin, with an ethos and passion for healthy food made balanced and tasty. Which, as you guys know, … Continue reading Guest Post: Black Bean Fudge Cookies from Bowl’s Healthy Eating
Podcasts Part TWO! I get asked a LOT where I find my podcasts, so I figured, since I've discovered quite a few new series over the past few months, why not put a second list together for you all! My first Podcasts list was so fun to write, and went down a storm with you guys, and … Continue reading Podcasts Part 2: Learning While Listening
