So, vegan granola? Some might call this stating the obvious. Others might just say ‘Well, duh’. But is it really that simple? Is all granola suitable for vegans? Traditional Granola Ingredients Let’s examine the ingredients of traditional granola and then see what’s in there that might not be vegan. Typically, granola is a mixture of oats, nuts, and sweeteners like honey or sugar. It often includes other grains, dried fruits, and seeds for extra crunch and flavour. Oats are the primary ingredient in granola, providing not only an excellent source of fibre and complex carbs but also the definin ..read more

Quinoa flour is a bit of a newcomer but is already proving to be a popular choice amongst those in the know. For those navigating the world of gluten-free cooking, getting to grips with gluten-free flour can sometimes be a daunting task. Packed with all the goodness of quinoa, this flour is a game-changer for those on a gluten-free diet. In this post, we will explore everything you need to know about this fantastic flour alternative. And, for good measure, throw in some tips about how to use it in your favourite recipes. Introducing Quinoa Flour Quinoa may be absolutely everywhere but it turns ..read more

Gluten free pasta can be a bit of a hit and miss affair. But with a bit of know how and a really good basic sauce you will wonder why you never made the switch sooner. Next to bread, pasta must be the most missed menu item when going gluten-free. Possible the quickest and easiest meal to put together on the planet, as well as satisfying and cheap to make, pasta has earned its place in our recipe repertoire. But what happens when you decide to give up gluten; what on earth will fill that gaping pasta shaped hole? What is gluten free pasta made from? Again, it is the very qualities of wheat and ..read more

One of the easiest introductions to gluten-free baking is the brownie. Why? Because your classic squidgy soft brownie contains very little flour. And what little flour is there, is to create bulk and solidity rather than harness the properties of gluten. Gluten free baking and healthy baking are two separate issues and, although they often merge, in this article we will explore purely the gluten free aspect of making brownies and leave the rest of the ingredients as they would be in a classic brownie. Choosing the right gluten-free flour We talked a lot about choosing the right flour in our ar ..read more

Gluten in grains. It is fairly straightforward right? By now we understand which grains contain gluten, which are gluten-free, and which are not even grains at all. Yet it turns out that it is not that simple, and that things are never quite what they seem. In this article we delve deeper into the subject of gluten in grains and consider why, for many, going completely grain-free may be the answer. The gluten-free gold standard Once was a time when gluten-free wasn’t actually a thing for most of us. Unless blighted by coeliac disease or a severe allergy to wheat, we could quite happily have ou ..read more

Is rice gluten free? The quick answer to that is yes it is! Rice as a gluten free ingredient Following a gluten free diet made up of nothing but fresh natural ingredients is pretty straightforward. Most problems arise when you stray beyond this into the realm of packaged and processed foods. Seemingly simple items may turn out to contain wheat in the ingredients, or at the very least come with the possibility of cross contamination. It has, for instance, become almost impossible to buy frozen chips without gluten as they are now invariably coated in some form of wheat. Thankfully, many compani ..read more

Gluten free food. It’s everywhere right? Following a gluten free diet might look straightforward yet in reality is far from it. Ask any coeliac how difficult and restricting a diet that eliminates gluten can truly be and they will likely tell you that they wouldn’t wish it on anyone. So what’s the deal with the whole gluten free thing? What is gluten-free? Gluten free, fairly obviously, means without gluten. Gluten is the collective term given to a group of proteins that are found within wheat and some other grains. Mixed with water they form a glue like substance that gives structure and elas ..read more

Toasted Cranberry granola is an easy healthy breakfast cereal. Australia’s Mulberry Tree brand produces healthy breakfast cereals and our Toasted Cranberry granola is popular as a tasty, crunchy and quick breakfast. This product has won a gold medal at the International Great Taste Awards in UK. Our Toasted Cranberry granola is regarded as a healthy breakfast cereal which is simply quick and easy to make. Toasted Cranberry is rich in protein, fiber, minerals, vitamin E and more. It can be eaten with milk, or almond milk and best topped with yogurt, fresh fruits or seeds and super-food toppings ..read more

Hinterland Bircher Muesli by Mulberry Tree is regarded as a healthy cereal that is ideal for porridge or bircher style of breakfasts. This healthy cereal will keep one individual sustained throughout the day. Hinterland bircher muesli is made up of high standard ingredients. Hinterland bircher muesli has superior texture and better taste as it contains considerable volumes and high-quality ingredients. Hinterland bircher muesli can be eaten with milk, almond milk, fruits, berries and yogurt. A low sugar cereal, as it contains no added sugar, sweeteners, colours and other artificial preservativ ..read more

Gluten is the name given to a family of proteins found in grains. These grains each contain different gluten proteins; known structurally as prolamins. It is these prolamins, and their particular composition, that can trigger the allergic response or sensitivity associated with gluten. Does grain free mean gluten free? But if gluten comes from grains, surely it follows that eliminating grains from your diet automatically means it is gluten free. Unfortunately it is not that simple. For a start, not all grains contain gluten. There are many choices when it comes to gluten free grains. Gluten co ..read more