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Renee Samson
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24.01.2022 Hi there. My name is Renee and I am a stereotypical, entitled, whiny, avocado toast and 6 dollar latte buying millennial. And Im ok with that. ... BUT, I have actually been making an effort to make my own avocado toast lately. I'm having a harder time with the coffees, I'm still buy one most days after my french press in the morning. I'm obsessed with @marieanitas gluten free bread, it actually tastes bready and just amazing with my hass avocado smash (shepard avos can F off). I understand buying coffee is a waste of money but even when I'm broke AF, I still find the money to treat myself to this little luxury. Coffee and my nails, my treats to myself even in the toughest of times. (Though I get the $50 nails not the $150 when Im struggling lol) It just makes me feel more like myself. Its about self love and self care. What are your self care non-negotiable necessities? * * * * * #vegangoldcoast #vegangoldcoasteats #goldcoast #goldcoastlife #goldcoastfood #goldcoasteats #goldcoastvegans #goldcoastvegan #goldcoastveganeats #gcvegans #gcvegan #vegan #veganfood #vegansofig #veganfoodshare #veganism #veganlife #vegansofinstagram #veganlifestyle #veganpower #veganbreakfast #veganfoodie #veganeats #vegans #plantbased #plantpowered #plantstrong #plantbasedfood #plantbasednutrition #plantbasedlifestyle See more
22.01.2022 When you're trying to work and someone wont have a bar of it........ ... * * * * * #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesslife #smallbusinesswomen #workfromhome #workfromanywhere #workfromhomelife #catsofinstagram #catlife #catsofig #catsoftheworld #catsoftheday #work #workhard #hustle #goldcoastbusiness #businessgoldcoast See more
14.01.2022 LUPINI FALAFEL with BABAGANOUSH, COCONUT NAAN, ROASTED CAULIFLOWER and BRAISED CABBAGE. For as long as I can remember I have been a good cook. I was very fortunate growing up that both of my parents were excellent cooks. In fact my dad was probably even better than my mum, having grown up as one of seven, the third oldest, which often meant helping with dinner. I credit them with my excellent health and immunity over the years having had junk food and most processed f...oods quite restricted. I have been cooking now professionally for about 10 years in many different styles of cuisine. Although I didn't always love it...... As an extremely ambitious high school student I scoffed at those who did home economics, thinking that it was a worthless skill. 15 year old Renee would surely be mortified that she ended up a Chef and not a Chartered Accountant... It was my love of travel that had me fall into the job. I was working front of house at the time and Chef asked us if we wanted extra hours and I, as usual, was broke and needed money. So I started peeling carrots and potatoes for like something stupid like $10 bucks an hour. (It was in Canada so the pay was super shit.) But that job lead to a better job and a better job until I worked my way up to running my own kitchen and cafe. So I guess the moral of this story is dont be so quick to judge others likes and dislikes. You never know what the future holds. And being able to cook well is never a wasted skill. LUPINI FALAFEL by Meg Gooding 250g lupini beans 3 Tbsp Hemp Hearts 3 Tbsp olive oil 3-4 Tbsp water 3 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 2 tsp onion powder 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp hot sauce 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp cumin 1/4 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C Place lupini beans in food processor and pulse until roughly chopped Add hemp hearts, olive oil, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, and hot sauce, adding water slowly until mix starts to get smoother Transfer to bowl and mix in remaining ingredients Using a cookie scooper or spoon, place 1-inch falafel balls on a greased cookie sheet or on parchment paper Place in oven and bake for 17-19 minutes Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for 3-4 weeks https://www.cleanketoblog.com/blog/keto-falafels
14.01.2022 How did you find your passion? Mine was quite by accident. I was such a different personal growing up. ... Coming from a blue collar background and being a capricorn I always appreciated the finer things in life. So whilst my upbringing wasn't poor as such, we weren't as well off as my friends (I was on a scholarship to a private all girls school) and it caused a lot of resentment in me towards my parents. So I became very driven and motivated to do well for myself. I swore wouldn't struggle like my parents. It really started at around age 14 when I read Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki, It really did change the way I saw the world. I started going to real estate seminars at 16 and by 18 I was trading options. At 19 I was half way through my International Finance and Accounting degree and working as an accountants assistant, planning how I was going to get my CA and make partner by 30. But my heart wasn't in it. I HATED working at a desk. It was soul crushing. But it really was a blessing in disguise as Im so happy I was such a go getter and got that job BEFORE I went through and completed that degree and then figured out I hated it. So I dropped out for six months to figure out what I wanted to do. And I ended up with a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Theatre. Something that I actually like. And so after graduation I went travelling. And what do you do when you're travelling to make money as a 21 year old? You work in hospitality. And I loved it. I love the busyness, the people, the great food and wine. It was much more my speed. And as I fell into cooking I realized this was something I could do for the rest of my life, and be happy. I love making beautiful food. Its so instantly gratifying seeing people enjoy what you make. But even more than beautiful food, my great passion is making HEALTHY food. Food that nourishes the body and the soul. Whats sets your soul on fire?? Id love to know. See more
13.01.2022 I think i must have made about 10 000 platters in my career. Thats pretty crazy! And its something I still enjoy because even if you're using the same ingredients, each platter comes alive in its own way. The fruits and veggies are different shapes and sizes. Everything fits together differently each time. Its like produce tetris!!... However, I haven't worked in catering for a couple of years now so I would just make platters like this for fun for friends birthdays and events. I mean, who doesn't love a good platter?? So Im extremely blessed and super excited to be working on a new project to launch in the very near future!!! Hands up if you like a good platter?? See more
12.01.2022 Hey there! For those of you who dont know me very well, I thought I should introduce myself!! Im Renee!! ... Who am I? Thats a really great question... Where do you even start with that question.... Is it where Im from? Where I live? What I do? What I believe? What I dont believe? My past? My dreams? Its of course, a combination of all of those things. And more. Im a big believer in the power of social media. And I used to share, in fact, overshare, way too much of myself. But as of the last couple of years I pulled back. Afraid of judgement. Of what other people would think. Of ridicule. Fear.... What bullshit. I will not live in fear anymore. For as long as I can remember Ive wanted to help people. And during this time of big changes and personal growth (and with a little encouragement) I've decided one of the best ways to help is to share my journey with you all. All the lessons Ive learned. Mistakes Ive made. My hopes and dreams for the future. Because Ive always been a dreamer. And today is the day. Today is the first day of the rest of my life. Im making the commitment to change. To grow. To move forward. To no longer be small. But strong and powerful beyond my wildest dreams. I am leaning into my bigness and I am not afraid anymore.
10.01.2022 Why is it so hard to be happy when we look in the mirror? Why do we criticize ourselves in ways we would never do to another person? I've struggled with my weight my entire life. I've always been a bigger girl. It started in primary school when girls would make fun of my muscly legs and big nose. ... I've gained and lost the same 20kg probably five times in my life. Why is it I get down to my goal weight and then I just stop and gain it all back?!! Like WTF?? Is it because I feel like a fraud? Like its not really me? Because Ive been big my whole life, my mind doesn't accept what it sees in the mirror when Im smaller? I know part of it is probably a safety measure. Protecting my heart. Whenever I've been at my goal weight I attract guys who have hurt me so I think I now equate being slim with heartbreak. How fucked up is that?? But Im so done with all that shit. I'm learning to love me just the way I am. Flaws and all. Because Im damn QUEEN!!! And my body is a temple. So I'd better start treating it like one. And I finally feel like I am. The secret? The secret thats taken me SO MANY YEARS to figure out?? Its not what to eat because I've studied nutrition, worked as a health coach and Im a goddamn vegan FFS.... Its not how to workout. I legit have two gym memberships and walk 10K steps a day. Ive done yoga and pilates and boxing. Walking, jogging, running.... IVE TRIED IT ALL. So whats the secret? Its having a support team around you. Not many people have the internal fortitude to go it alone. I know for sure I dont. And thats where I always struggled, motivation. When your family/friends/partner aren't going through the same thing it can be hard for them to sympathize and to provide adequate support. So now Im not alone. I found people to help me. To keep me motivated. To keep me on track. Which has made all the difference in the world to me. So if you're struggling, reach out and find that support. Whether its a facebook group or a trainer or a new group of friends. Dont go it alone. Reach out. What do you have to lose? (Besides weight??)
07.01.2022 Thowback to a few weeks ago when we went to the @brisbaneveganexpo, such an great day!!! Shoutout to these epic humans who are Garden of Vegan: @melphillips89 @damienturner024 @vegan_like_benny @gareth.sharples.35 @druen_dorn (with the help of the lovely @clairefaulkner_ and @huiaaa ) Its such a pleasure to work with you guys everyday. Its so rare to work at a place with so much positive vibes, passion and integrity. I've always been drawn to heart centered, purpose d...riven businesses and I havent truly felt a part of something this BIG since I worked for Whole Foods Market. Thanks guys!! I appreciate all of you and I cant wait to see what the future holds. * * * * * #veganchef #veganchefsofig #veganchefs #vegancooking #vegancookingrocks #veganfood #vegandinner #veganmeals #veganpower #plantbasedfood #plantbasedvegan #cheflife #chefsofinstagram #chefstalk #cheflife #chefsoninstagram #kitchenlife #veganbusiness #purposedriven #passionbusiness #vegan #goldcoastvegans #gcvegan #vegangc See more
01.01.2022 THAI GREEN CURRY with ZUCCHINI and SHIRATAKI NOODLES Ive been a proponent of the whole food plant based lifestyle for about ten years now. After being diagnosed with GERD (really, REALLY bad reflux) at the ripe old age of 20, and informed by my doctors that I would have to be on medication for the rest of my life (medication that has now been revealed causes cancer), I went for a second opinion at my local naturopath who instead put me on digestive enzymes and probioti...cs and CHANGED MY DIET. Cut out all the shit and went plant based!! And you know what happened? I was completely cured in three months. After the GP gave me a life sentence. This is the world we live in. Where the healthcare system has nothing to do with health. Its a sick care system. Its completely fucked up. After this experience I became super passionate about sharing my experience. However, I always felt just a little like a fraud. You see, I was always still overweight. Even with a super clean diet. I just couldn't control my eating. I was ALWAYS HUNGRY. Always snacking. Eating too much. Which is the story of my life. I've been battling eating disorders since I was 14 years old. And its hard to describe binge eating disorder to someone who's never been there. Its like a complete loss of control. But thats a chat for another time. I felt ashamed that this lifestyle that I was teaching wasn't working for me after Id helped so many people to help themselves. So after years of years of experimenting with different types of diets I finally found one that worked for me. Low carb vegan. Thats right, you read right. I'm a low carb vegan. WTH is that?? Well, basically you limit the amount of grains and fruit and focus more on veggies and protein and fat. And you know what? It works for me. And thats the thing. Everyone is different and our bodies need different things. Sugar and carbs are a trigger for me so like any addict I need to avoid them. This is one of my go to dinners. I eat this at least once a week and it makes good leftovers too! Recipe in comments! If you want to learn more then check out @thisavocadolife and www.herbivorepost See more
