Healthy Snacks - ActiFry

So hopefully everyone's in the full swing of the New Year New Me lifestyle and got off to a kick-start!

Below are some energy giving, metabolism boosting snack ideas! I made these using the Tefal Actifry, and i have to say i was impressed!

I began with Kale chips and then went onto attempting some Almond & Cranberry granola.

ALMOND & CRANBERRY GRANOLA

Ingredients;

• 1/2 Tefal Actifry spoonful Coconut or Olive oil (i used coconut oil)
• 1/2 cup cranberries (or any fruits of your choice)
• 2 cups oats
• 1 tsp cinnamon (or more to your taste)
• 1/2 cup almonds (or any nuts of your choice)
• 3 tbsp golden linseeds
• 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup

Method;

• Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl
• Place in the Actifryer for approximately 8 - 10 minutes. 
• Note : It is advisable to add the cranberries/dried fruits in at the final minute

Voila! Scrumptious home-made healthy granola.  Enjoy with almond milk, yogurt or on its own as a snack!

KALE CHIPS

Ingredients;

• Full kale leaves
• Himalyan pink salt (to taste)
• Paprika (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• FryLight olive oil spray 

Method;

• Wash the leaves and allow to air.  
• Massage the olive oil onto the leaves
• Add the paprika, pepper and salt (or any seasoning of your choice)
• Place in the Actifry for 5 - 7 minutes until leaves become crisp  

Add further seasoning if required and store in an airtight container or snack immediately!

Snack Happy!

F & F 

xx

InterContinental Carlton Hotel - Cannes

Having stayed at many hotels around the world, The InterContinental Carlton Cannes is special.

Why? Because not only is this the go to hotel for A list Hollywood celebrities at The Cannes Film Festival every year, but has also been featured in many Hollywood films and music videos.

The historical hotel (built in 1911!) is right in the middle of the Boulevard De La Croisette (the main strip in Cannes) and overlooks the blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea.  Just take a short walk across the street and you are at the Beach, how perfect!

Hotel rooms are lovely and elegant and are decorated with pictures of film stars on the red carpet from previous Film Festivals, which is a nice touch and makes it feel that much more glamorous!

Whether you decide to stay here or not, the hotel is a must see for anyone visiting.  Just walk onto the opposite side of the hotel to really take in the historical facade and the hotel in all its glory.

The food at the hotel and beach is amazing but just a short walk outside onto the strip and you will find many more restaurants with great food.

The location of the hotel is also great for shopping and getting to the local Cannes train station and Port de Cannes, where boat companies regularly have day trips to Monaco and St Tropez.

Safe Travels!

F & F

xx

The Good Life Eatery - London

When it comes to healthy eating outside of your own home it can be difficult to find something that tastes so good yet healthy at the same time.

Enter The Good Life Eatery! This hidden gem in London's Sloane Avenue, Chelsea, is one of the ever growing healthy cafe's and restaurants popping up in London at the moment.

If your prepared to wait your turn to grab a seat (trust us it's soooo worth it!) then prepare to be amazed!

We opted for the Clean and Lean Bowl (a bed of quinoa, sweet potatoe, avocado, kale, topped with a poached egg and cashew cream), along with a Matcha Green Tea Latte, followed by the Peanut Butter Cups and finally, the scrumptious tasting Spelt and Quinoa Scone with homemade berry preserve.

Enjoy this eatery which has a laid back intimate feel, with plenty of delicious healthy options to choose from.

F & F

xx

Konnichiwa Japan

Having traveled to many parts of Asia, Japan has quickly become a favourite for many reasons! The culture, the people, the shopping and of course the amazing food!

Shibuya and Harajuku are a must for shopping and of course to see the colorfully dressed Harajuku girls!

The huge department store Shibuya 109 has a vast array of fashion & accessories.

Shibuya 109

Also a must see is the vintage shop RagTag for great designer finds.

RagTag

Want to eat at the restaurant that inspired Quentin Tarantino's famous Kill Bill film, and in particular the battle scene?! Then head to Roppongi Hills and check out the amazing food & decor at Gonpachi.

Gonpachi

If you are missing a taste of Europe, then Boulangerie Jean Francois at Shibuya Mark City is a French bakery full of breads and pastries that taste so authentic you forget you are in Japan!

Jean Francois Boulangerie

The newest beauty trends as we know always start in Asia, so the Japanese pharmacies and local shops are a place where you can spend hours! From snail masks to beauty collagen drinks be sure to be blown away!

If you are thinking what time of the year to go to Japan, then Sakura season has to be it. The season of blooming cherry blossom trees is celebrated around Japan (March/April time) & they even have a special Sakura Starbucks!

Safe Travels!

F & F

xx

Chill Out!

Frustrated about belly fat although you're eating right & exercising regularly? Yes that's right, whilst people may think that stress reduces appetite and subsequently leads to weight loss it actually has the adverse effect.  Without getting into the nitty gritty, stress actually releases a hormone called CORTISOL which leads to fat storage around the gut! so as well as diet and fitness stress is a contributing & important factor when watching weight.

We all have stress factors in our lives and undermine how much of a toll it can take. Speaking from experience as a lawyer and managing tight deadlines I have had to fight methods to manage stress! you can try one of the following tips which may reduce stress and more importantly that stress hormone named CORTISOL!;

1. EXERCISE/MEDITATE OR YOGA

Whether you find stomping on a treadmill or something gentler such as saying Omm in Yoga, doing something active to keep your mind focus and preoccupied works a treat!  I find a quick 20 minutes run on the treadmill or a 45 minute spin cycle class works the most in order to stomp out stress! Oh & be sure to switch the phone onto flight mode!

2. SLEEP

8 hours of shut eye is recommended to allow the body time to recover from daily stresses.  The difference between 8 hours and 6 is 50% more cortisol in the body! so sleep can actually help fight fat! ZzzzZZzz.  Sleep aids include candles and pillow mists.   Personally i love a few drops of Lavender oil or any Jasmin scented candle!

3. SIP TEA

Zone out & put the kettle on! Flavanoids and antioxidants in tea destress the mind and warm the soul! I recommend Kusmi BB Detox tea or Jing Tea Jasmine Pearls tea.  I also love green tea which I will write a more detailed post on in the future.

4. SPA

Visit your favourite spa or book in a massage. Take a friend with you and use the time to relax and embrace time out.

5. LAUGH

Last but not least laugh! it burns calories, tones your abs and wipes away those blues & ignore the negativity!

Hope these tips help and more information of recommended products will follow in detailed posts.

Stay positive, happy & healthy!

F & F

xx

About Us

Welcome to Spring Detox. 

Spring Detox is a diary of two sisters on our journey & experiences of travel, food, fashion, health & well being.

We aim to share a realistic insight into these areas & by all means are not experts in these fields!

Enjoy :)

F & F

xx