Elsie Boat

Hi, I’m Elsie, editor of Life and Soul Lifestyle. I’m a lifestyle journalist and copywriter and have been writing about beauty and lifestyle for 10+ years.

Recipe: SPICY CAJUN SALMON SANDWICH

Another easy to make lunch recipe with LivLife bread! This spicy cajun salmon sandwich takes less than 10mins to prepare and it has great health benefits too. Fresh salmon is high in omega 3 fats which helps to keep your heart healthy and can also speed up your metabolism. Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 large wild salmon fillet skinned and cut …

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Review: Amanzi Tea

At a time when you can’t walk more than ten feet without coming across a coffee shop, I’m starting to think that tea may be making a quiet comeback. Few weeks ago I was at hot and happening bubble tea joint, Chew at Soho which I absolutely adored, and I found myself at Amanzi Tea a week later experiencing their …

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Recipe: Miso Soup with LivLife bread

If last weekend’s sunshine has wet your appetite for basking in Spring sunshine and unveiling a svelt new body, I have some fantastic lunch recipes that will aid a health lifestyle and eventually help you reach your weight loss goal. Say hello to Miso soup with LivLive bread. LivLife bread boasts 50% fewer carbs per 100g, compared to regular seeded, …

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Recipe:Chocolate berry pancakes with minted yogurt

Serves 4 Preparation time: 20 minutes Standing time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Pancakes 100 g (4 oz) plain flour 15 g (1/2 oz) cocoa 1 egg 1 egg yolk 1 tablespoon vegetable oil plus extra for frying 250 ml (8 fl oz) semi skimmed milk Filling 170g carton fat free Greek yogurt 142 g (41/2 oz) small carton …

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Recipe: Pancakes with yoghurt berry ice

All kids love pancakes and they can be a great way to encourage them to eat more fruit. Serves 4 Preparation time: 10 minutes Standing time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Ingredients 100g (4oz) plain flour 1 egg 1 egg yolk 1 tsp sunflower oil plus extra for frying 250ml (9 fl oz) milk 250g (9oz) strawberries, hulled and …

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Recipe: Scotch pancakes with mixed berries and crème anglaise

It doesn’t matter how old you are, everyone loves pancakes. Top with spoonfuls of yogurt if serving for breakfast or delicious homemade vanilla custard for an easy dessert. Serves 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Ingredients 3 tablespoons strawberry jam 1 tablespoon lemon juice 450 g (1 lb) mixed blueberries, raspberries and strawberries, halved or sliced depending …

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Review: Chew, Soho

I’m a bubble beverage convert! Last night I tagged along to a friend and fellow writer’s visit to Chew and I was glad did. Chew is a new bubble beverage store which opened just three weeks ago in Soho. It was my first encounter with bubble teas or coffees and I enjoyed every minute of the experience. There were explosive …

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Recipe: Blueberry muesli bars

Need an energy boost at work? Take a couple of these bars wrapped in foil to keep you going. Makes 10 Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 25-30 minutes Ingredients 150g (5oz) blueberries 1 level tablespoon cornflour 75g (3oz) mixed sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds 175g (6oz) porridge oats 150g (5oz) block margarine or butter 75g (3oz) light muscovado sugar …

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Review: Yamal Alsham, Knightsbridge

With belly dancers and an exotic menu that takes you on a trip round the Middle East, Yamal Alsham, Knightsbridge opened with a lot of fan fare in December so I had high expectations when I visited earlier this year with a colleague. Located at Knightsbridge, the restaurant holds its own in the swanky neighbourhood. The rich interior of gold …

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London Plus Size Fashion Weekend

Last Friday was the official launch of the second  annual London Plus Size Fashion Weekend. The event is an alternative fashion week for women from sizes 12 and up which coincides with London Fashion Week every year. The sole aim of Plus size fashion weekend which is organised by Remi Ray and Rianne Ward is to encourage women of all sizes to …

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