Super Healthy One Pot Chicken Meal!

Happy Monday!

Hope your weekend is great and you managed to do all the little jobs that were laying for ages and had to be done. I had a very relaxing weekend, and even though the cold weather doesn't let up, two jumpers and a nice warm kasmir shawl (bought in India, ten years ago keeps me cosy!)

Today I thought I'd share with a nice chicken one pot recipe, which is super healthy and really easy to put together. Don't underestimate a one pot recipe, it can be very delicious, too. Have it with rice, if you can't live without it or combine it with any of your favourite side dishes. A rice, leafy green salad, or another favourite of mine, some pico de gallo. That's a Mexican word for a tomato salsa ''thing'' which I love.

The Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
1 Vidalia onion (chopped)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
2 stalks celery (diced)
1 red pepper (sliced in thin strips)
1 cup mushrooms (chopped)
1 medium tomato (chopped)
½ cup brown rice (uncooked, not instant or quick cooking)
8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite sized pieces
2 cups vegetable stock or broth (unsalted or low sodium)
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 cup frozen green beans

Directions:

1. In a stock pot with a tight fitting lid, place all the ingredients except the frozen green beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook about 35 minutes.
2. Stir in green beans, cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes longer. If needed, add ¼ to ½ cup more stock or water if no moisture left in bottom of pot. Ready to eat as soon as green beans are cooked.

Hope you managed to take in the Oscars, as well. Chris Rock was a super host and had me laughing. If you have not watched his opening, don't be left behind. Catch up on it!

At last Leonardo won an Oscar and all the internet was overflowing with love. I knew he'd do it. Even if it's twenty years since he started acting. My theme line to this this blog is ''Never give up.'' If you keep at it, one day you will get recognition.

Have an awesome day and keep smiling!

Love and Peace!

Drop Foundations.. 4 Of The Best!

Happy Thursday!

I love perfect looking skin and these new foundations are ultra skin perfectors with the promise of an air-brushed flush.

Ever used eye-drops? Well these new foundations are packaged with an eye-drop sort of squeezy tube to press out drops which you can blend into your skin. Always use a foundation brush which gives you a perfect smooth look.

The cheapest one at 12.99 is from GOSH ''Foundation Drops.'' This has the same blendability and satin finish as all of its pricier competitors and is super good value for money and I would recommend that you buy this. There are only five shades available in this super quality foundation.

The second one from No 7 ''Airbrush Away'' Foundation is 16.50. This is another one which has an addictive velvety finish, only it doesn't have any SPF protection, and it contains alcohol.

The third one is from Smashbox and it costs 29 pounds is called ''Camera Ready BB Water SPF 30.'' It strikes a perfect balance between matt & moisturising. This oil free foundation has a silky finish and a very impressive SPF 30 protection too.

The fourth from MAC, ''Waterweight SPF 30'' foundation and costs 25.50. This has a very similar formula to the Smashbox one but this definitely gets the vote because it's cheaper and comes in fifteen extra shades.

With Easter coming up, soon save your money and get yourself one of these great foundations or better still hint to your loved one what you would like to spoil yourself with!

Have an awesome day and keep smiling!

Love & Peace !

Rich Tomato Soup With Vegetables And Smoked Sausage!

Happy Tuesday!

A hearty rich tomato soup is my all time favourite to fill me up in this cold winter month! It's not just a tomato soup but with veg and a delicious smoked sausage. It's ideal to serve with toasted bread and have for your dinner!

Ingredients
3 spoons of sunflower oil
2 potatoes diced, small
1 courgette, sliced
2 carrots, sliced, small
Half a cup of peas
half an aubergine, sliced, small
A smoked sausage
2 cans of chopped tomatoes
A bunch of basil
Salt and pepper

Heat your oil up in a large soup pan. Fry your veg and potatoes in the oil for about 5 minutes. Cut your smoked sausage, and add it to the pan of veg. Now add the 2 cans of chopped tomatoes and 2 cans of water to the pan. Allow it to come to a boil then let it simmer for 15 min. Stirring it all the time. Add salt and pepper to taste half way through and a nice handful of chopped basil.

Now your soup is ready to serve!

Optional you could add a clove of chopped garlic with your veg in the pan. If you just love it in your diet. A very good and healthy choice.

Enjoy the soup, have an awesome day and keep smiling!

Love and Peace !

Jeweled Fashion Brights!

Happy Sunday!

The weather in February is exactly like the mood all around. We can't wait for Spring daffodils, tulips, and all the beautiful colours! Today's fashion inspiration is jewel bright. Layer your clothes with vibrant colours to combat all the grey clouds, fog and never ending rain!

In other news, the split of Professor Green and Millie McIntosh announced today was sad. I thought they made a wonderful couple but maybe people give up too easily and couples don't want to make things last. Maybe Professor Green had too many issues that Millie couldn't handle! Depression, dealing with his father's suicide are not easy burdens to carry or for somebody else to understand. Talk about anything connected to suicide and people will shy away or think you are about to commit suicide. It's good to talk about feelings, it brings the good connection between two people into perspective.

This Sunday is not only about bright colours, but bright colours in somebody's life. Be there for them and always find the time to talk.

All items available online in the list below.

 

 

Left:
Sleeveless bodycon dress / 22 pounds / pilotuk.com
loose woolen pink coat / 38 dollars / romwe.com
Marina Galanti Handbag / 18 pounds / Yoox.com
Platform Pumps / 21 dollars / charlotterusse.com

Right:
Check Coat / 70 AUD / Yoins.com
Neon Wedge / 13 dollars / Wholesalefashionshoes.com
Molly Leggings / price unknown / Riverisland.se
Long sleeve Yellow Sweater / 48 AUD / Withchic.com

 

Have an awesome day and keep smiling!

 

Love & Peace !

Underwear Style

Happy Friday! Cheers to the weekend.

Fashion and style should not stop once you start getting undressed. Bras and panties make a statement. We generally keep our bright colours for when we feel sexy, daring, and adventurous.

The styles these days vary. It's very acceptable to wear high waisted briefs and tiny low slung ones are perfectly hip as well. When you buy underwear get something that suits your body shape and something that makes you feel comfortable.

A little tip when washing underwear: hook your bra up to prevent snagging and put them in a pillow case. It prevents the bra from losing its shape and stays wearable much longer!

My favourite underwear color, red! Hope you like my selection to inspire you and all the online shops are listed below.

 

 



1. Stella McCartney Breast Cancer Awareness Plunge Bra / 33 pounds / houseoffraser.co.uk
2. Lace Triangle Bar / 28 dollars / poshgirl.us
3. V Strap Front Bra / 13 pounds / Nelly.com
4. Heidi Klum Lace Bra / 20 pounds / Theoutnet.com
5. Red lace / 20 dollars / journelle.com
6. Amour Brazillian Brief / 35 dollars / journelle.com

Have an awesome weekend and if you're a fan of the Lion King 2, I have to smile each time I hear the song ''In Upendi'', makes me think it sounds like ''In your panty.'' Where the passion fruit grows. And that's more of the song! Keep smiling.

Love & Peace!

Outfit Choice For A Music Festival!

Happy Wednesday!

With all the award seasons in full glory, and stars strutting all their glorious outfit choices, though not their own - borrowed off designers.. lol. It would never be my choice to wear borrowed clothes, especially if I had their bucks!

Maybe the celebrities need to buy their own clothes so they will be off-loading their wealth and feeling humble :) But pigs might fly..

But it got me feeling and thinking about all the great music festivals that are not so way off. Two great choices of what I would wear. Hope you like them as much as I do!

 

 

Prices:

Outfit left:
Tan playsuit / 25 pounds / newlook.com
Tan chunky heel fringe / 30 dollars / trafficshoe.com
Floral crown headband / 34 pounds / rocknrose.co.uk
Aztec bag / 20 pounds / newlook.com

 

Outfit right:
Grey Acid Wash Denim Shorts / 30 pounds / glamorous.com
White cami / 6 pounds / Topshop.com
Yellow floral fringed kimono / 32 dollars / genuine-people.com
Charming white socks / 6.99 dollars / Pinkqueen.com
Chuck Taylor Cherry Converse / 50 dollars / converse.com



Have an awesome day and keep smiling!

Love & Peace !

5 of the best 2 in 1 Shampoos!

Happy Tuesday!

The best 2-1 shampoos on the market, my personal recommendation.

Since these 2-1 shampoos hit the drugstore shelves it's been life changing. When you've slept late and you only have 20 min to shower and dress - what you need is a 2-1 shampoo to get your hair looking glossy and sleek!

2-1 shampoos need to be used on hair that's not too oily or too dry and at best should be used only a couple times a week. It's always best not to wash your hair everyday. It strips away all the natural oils and the ability of the hair to replenish itself.

My five best buys are:

5. L'Oreal Elive Triple Resist 2-1 for 2.49 pounds.

4. Pantene Classic Clean 2-1 from Asda for 3.00 pounds.

3. Aussie 2-1 Shampoo & Conditioner Awesome Volume 300ml for 3.99 pounds.

2. Head & Shoulders  Smooth & Silky 2-1 for 4.95 pounds from Asda.com

1. The number one buy I recommend is The Garnier ''Loving Blends'' 2-1 shampoo / Vanilla & Papaya. for 4.95 pounds at all drugstores.

 

 

Get great hair and save time using 2-1 shampoos. Awesome when travelling and there is no space for shampoos + conditioners.

 

Have an awesome day and keep on smiling.

 

Love & Peace!