Sponsored by Linwoods Health Foods: Natural Plant Goodness.
Visit www.linwoodshealthfoods.com
Don’t miss this opportunity to embrace a healthier and more compassionate lifestyle while enjoying a mouthwatering Christmas feast.
Best-selling author Dr. Alan Desmond will be joined on stage by Suzanne Shaw, to explore her life as an actress, TV personality, “Dancing On Ice” champion and member of noughties pop sensations Hear’Say – and to discover why she is now a powerful advocate for self-compassion, fitness, and personal growth. Suzi may even grab the microphone and serenade us with a few Christmas favourites!
Christmas Dinner Menu (100% plant-based, our seasonal menu is also gluten-free):
Epic Nut Roast & best vegan gravy
Sautéed sprouts with chestnuts & sage
Puy lentils with thyme and balsamic
Roast new potatoes with porcini sauce.
Roast root vegetables with rosemary & garlic.
Cauliflower cashew cheese.
Sticky date pudding with oat custard.
Event Highlights:
Empowering Conversation: Dr. Alan and Suzanne will take the stage to delve deep into the world of healthy plant-based living, offering insights and inspiration.
Sumptuous Vegan Feast: Indulge in a delectable plant-based Christmas dinner that will tantalize your taste buds and show you how cruelty-free dining can be both delicious and meaningful.
Live Q&A: Have big questions about health and well-being? Our speakers are here to provide expert answers during the live Q&A session.
Time to Connect: After the event, mingle with like-minded individuals, and capture memories to carry home with you.
Running Order:
6:30 pm: Doors open to welcome you to our gorgeous venue.
6:45 pm: Dr. Alan and Suzanne take the stage for an engaging interview.
7:45 pm: Savour a delightful plant-based Christmas dinner – maybe a song or two?
8:30 pm: Dr. Alan and Suzanne return to the stage for a live Q&A.
9:00 pm: Enjoy mingling and photo opportunities.
9:20 pm: The event concludes, leaving you with a powerful message to take forward in 2025.
A Very Vegan Christmas Dinner is likely to sell out – book your tickets early to avoid disappointment..
Sponsored by Linwoods Health Foods: Natural Plant Goodness.
Visit www.linwoodshealthfoods.com
The Best Vegan Gravy Recipe.
As soon as I announced this event, I had a lot of messages asking about gravy! Yes we will have the best gravy on the night. If you can’t wait, here’s the recipe to try for yourself.
Our two secret ingredients – sumptuous medjool dates and a dash of marmite – take this vegan gravy to the next level. It takes about 60 minutes to prep and make, but is definitely worth it. Enjoy.
Ingredients:
– 3 onions, peeled and roughly chopped
– 2 large carrots, roughly chopped
– 2 sticks of celery, chopped
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 teaspoons sea salt
– 2 bay leaves
– 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
– 2 heaped tablespoons plain flour
– 2 Medjool dates, pitted and roughly chopped
– 1 tablespoon Marmite
– 1 tablespoon tomato purée
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 2 tablespoons tamari
– 1 litre vegetable stock
Method:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, bay leaves, thyme, and sea salt. Cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are browned and have developed a sticky, caramelized texture.
2. Sprinkle in the flour and mix well. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
3. Add the Medjool dates, Marmite, tomato purée, red wine vinegar, and tamari to the saucepan. Continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring often.
4. Pour in the vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and allow it to simmer gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
5. Once cooked, strain the gravy through a fine sieve, pressing the vegetables to extract all the flavorful liquid.
6. The gravy is ready to be served immediately. Alternatively, it can be made ahead of the big day and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Reheat before serving as needed.
Enjoy!