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Stuffed peppers are a perfect example of how food speaks so many languages; you’ll find them in cuisines all around the world, each with its own unique twist. They’re simple, versatile, and always delicious. Traditionally, they’re filled with a mix of ingredients like meat, veggies, cheese, rice, or sauce, then baked to perfection. No matter where you’re from, there’s a version of this dish that feels like home.  But after switching to a pescatarian diet, I started experimenting with new ways to enjoy this classic dish. My goal was to pack it with a good source of protein without using meat or chicken. Now, I see stuffed peppers as the perfect way to use up leftovers; whether it’s couscous, quinoa, rice, fish or extra veggies. They make a quick, satisfying dinner for one and an easy, crowd-pleasing side dish. In the summer, they’re especially great alongside a barbecue. Simple, wholesome, and full of flavour... what’s not to love? Ingredients: 1 white fish fillet (fresh or defroste...

You might know me as the energetic head of delivery at the Greater London Authority, or maybe you've seen me cheering on my daughter from the side-lines, or even spotted me lacing up for a run around the neighbourhood. I’ve always been "that" person…. you know, the one who's perpetually busy, always moving, and health-conscious to boot. Given all this, you can imagine how blindsiding my recent breast cancer diagnosis was. It hit me out of nowhere. I’m the one who meal preps, squeezes in HIIT workouts after work and before dinner, who runs rain or shine. Heck, I even completed a marathon in the Autumn of 2018! But here’s the reality, life doesn’t care about your plans or routines. One quiet Saturday night changed everything for me. As I lay in bed, doing my routine self-check, something I’ve done faithfully - given I know my breasts can be naturally lumpy, I found something different. It wasn’t like the usual lumps; this one felt distinctly... wrong, almost like ther...

Freekeh with chicken has always been one of my favourite Arabic meals growing up; it’s hearty, comforting, and packed with flavour. If you’ve never tried freekeh before, it’s an ancient grain that’s high in protein and has a deliciously nutty taste. I actually prefer it over rice because it’s more nutritious and has so much more depth of flavour. Plus, it’s perfect for feeding a crowd! Traditionally, this Middle Eastern dish is made with a whole chicken stuffed with freekeh or roasted chicken served on top. But after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023, I switched to a pescatarian diet, which led me to find a new way to enjoy this classic meal. Now, I make it with plant-based chicken pieces, which not only keeps it in line with my diet but also makes it so much quicker and easier to prepare! I love serving it with a fresh Arabic salad and a side of plain yogurt for a wholesome, well-balanced meal. It’s simple, nourishing, and still gives me all the comfort of the traditional dis...

Hey there, and welcome to My World My Life , my little corner of the internet. After what felt like an endless process, I’ve finally moved all my old blog posts from their outdated home to this fresh new space. It wasn’t easy, balancing this with treatment, work, and family life, but with a little help from my family, I made sure every post made it over intact. No missing entries, no broken links (because let’s be honest, that totally would have happened). Now that everything is in place, I couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead. This blog isn’t just about sharing my journey; it’s about creating a space where we can connect, support one another, and navigate life’s unexpected twists together. One of those twists came in the form of breast cancer. One moment, I was going about my usual routine, and the next, I was sitting in a doctor’s office, hearing words that didn’t feel real. In an instant, my world flipped upside down. My days became a whirlwind of appointments, treatments, and ...