Category: news Self-sufficiency

What is Choko? Ripe chokos, ready to eat Chokos (aka chayote) are amongst the most prolific, versatile and healthful vegetables you can grow. Uncommon in shops […]

June 18, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – In a recent article, Reuters confirms what many knew for years, that the United States government and its […]

While you might only be able to grow vegetables on a miniature scale, it is always worth doing. You might have a balcony or small […]

June 24, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – The Washington Post in an opinion piece by Josh Rogin titled, “The U.S. military plans a ‘Hellscape’ to deter China […]

A guilt-free sweet treat that’s quick to make & uses home-grown ginger… low-fat ginger & date slice will have everyone coming back for more! We’ve […]

August 4, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – The United States has taken yet another step toward shaping the Southeast Asian archipelago nation of the […]

A classic way to use up leftover cooked vegetables, spicy choko fritters help maximise harvests, fill tummies, and are easy to make. Spicy choko fritters […]

June 28, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – In the last week of June 2024, Ukraine carried out what appeared to be another unsuccessful ATACMS strike […]

Using cornflakes as a panko crumb, this chicken delivers the crunch in spades! I don’t know about you, but I love a good crunchy layer […]

July 3, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – While the ongoing conflict in Ukraine continues to dominate headlines, occasionally news stories surface regarding growing tensions in […]

An African native that thrives in subtropical gardens, cranberry hibiscus is showy, edible, easy-care and quick to establish. A valuable plant in any type of […]

The United States had throughout the Cold War and within the first decade of the 21st century established dominance in terms of space-based military capabilities, […]

Boldly tangy, with home-made ranch dip & fried in bacon fat, American-style fried green tomatoes are a crunchy savoury with a true wow factor! Long-perceived […]

July 27, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – A recent article appearing in the US-based Business Insider titled, “Russia’s showing NATO its hand in the air war […]

A deliciously spicy & moist ginger cake with vanilla cream cheese frosting Ginger & walnut cake with vanilla buttercream seamlessly blends gingers spicy warmth with […]

The ideal base for ginger ale, mocktails, cocktails, smoothies & more! Growing up, I vividly recall Mum’s remedy for our childhood stomachaches—homemade ginger ale. Inspired […]

Being able to preserve your harvest for later use is just as big a part of self-sufficiency as growing the produce. Food preservation is the process […]

Long prized for its health-boosting and purported medicinal properties, turmeric (curcuma longa) is a flowering plant in the ginger family. This heat-loving perennial is easy […]

A versatile flavour punch for a variety of meals! Kosho is a (traditionally Japanese) condiment or spicy paste that is used to liven up & […]

Fluffy, dense, but never dry, this spelt bread gets a boost in moisture & nutrition with the addition of carrot! I think I have broken […]

A traditional Australian favourite yet rarely seen on restaurant menus, the humble backyard choko is experiencing a resurgence. No-one is surprised. Choko & roast pine […]

A bit smoky, a bit salty, a lot of yum! There’s nothing so comforting as the delightful combination of salt, spice & warmth, and our […]

Big money & Big energy lines up against UK countryside Over 14,000 people have signed a petition against large solar farms in their area following […]

Nasturtiums are an easy delight in any type of garden. They suit a variety of climates, and are easy to grow. They make a lovely […]

Whether you’re looking for a light meal, an unusual side dish or something different to make from your own produce, these roast zucchini w/nasturtium leaf […]

Eva van Asperen Eva lives in The Netherlands with Bjorn and her 2 cats Ezra and Aurum in their home with solar panels on the […]

From basil to rosemary to coriander and everything in between, fresh herbs are like fragrant treasures that add depth and complexity to dishes, transforming the […]

A slice of heaven that melts in your mouth! Discover the delightful taste of a homemade warm passionfruit soufflé! This classic dessert is fairly bursting […]

Take fancy dessert to the next level with our grilled figs w/cinnamon cheese + blackberry coulis! Figs have been a delicious delicacy for many centuries, […]

There’s nothing more refreshing than an ice block on a hot day, and there’s nothing better than enjoying your home grown fruit at the same […]