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As Mum's we so often forget about ourselves. But f

As Mum's we so often forget about ourselves. But finding those trinkets of time in the day/week/month/year to just 'be' are what ground us and keep us going.

Whether it's remembering to feed ourselves well (not just our families), remembering to get outdoors and get our bodies moving (not just watching our kids from the sideline) or finding whatever gives you that 'being me' time, give yourself permission to do it.

This morning, as I lay in bed at 5:30am thinking about all the work I had to do today, the house I had to clean, the presents I had to send (one was due on the 10th September!! Yikes!!), and the food I had to buy, if it wasn't for having a group of gorgeous girls waiting at the beach for me this morning for our Friday surf 🏄‍♀️, I so would have cracked on and felt that I SHOULD do all the things on that do to list. Instead I found myself here.

Getting in the water, bobbing around, catching the occasional wave and having a natter was the best thing I COULD have done. Allowing me to be me.

So think next time when you use the word 'should'.

Could you replace it with could? It's softer and kinder and it might mean that you actually go and do it.

What's your favourite 'me' thing atm? Xx

Happy Friday ☀️

#beingme #bigbury #fridaysurf #accountability #feelinggood #positivevibes #happyweekend #coachandmentor #itstartswiththemind #cookwelleatwelllivewell

I get super cross 😡 when I see pretty templates

I get super cross 😡 when I see pretty templates online for menu plans to infinity and beyond.

Because creating a menu plan is an awesome idea. It helps save head space. It means you can shop in advance. It makes you feel 'on it'.

So surely we should go all guns blazing and plan for the next 21 days?

Unfortunately this just doesn't work, and you'll find yourself within 5 days skipping planned meals and feeling like a failure!!! Noooooo!!!!! 😱

The way to nail it is to:

1. Work out how many days you feel happy (and I mean deep down happy not what your friend does happy) planning for. This might be one, three, five, seven, fourteen. Who knows? It's up to you what you are comfortable with.

2. Then work out what you've got planned for those days. Swimming lessons in the evening? Late pick up? Taxi-ing around children? All of these will have an impact on how much time you have to cook. So plan accordingly.

3. Giving yourself permission to have flexi-nights allows you the freedom to flex. To stay agile. And this my friends is a very helpful way to feel like you are achieving. These are the days when you can just see what happens, go with the flow, or use up last nights leftovers.

4. Think about variety in your core ingredients. For example, if you like mince don't have bolognaise, chilli and lasagne three nights in a row. Use your freezer if you have leftovers and intersperse heavier meals with lighter ones.

I hope that helps you to not feel like you have to be restricted to a 'perfect' 21 day menu plan. Coz that just ain't gonna work!!! 😜

Tag in any friends who you think need to hear this today x

#menuplans #kitchencoach #habitchange #cookingpyschology #cookwelleatwelllivewell #planyourlife #foodplanning #mealplanning #howtocook #betterhealth #kitchenclub #cookingtype

Sometimes simple is the best... seared lamb chops

Sometimes simple is the best... seared lamb chops with minty sauce 🐑 +🪴. Simple meat, simple cooking process, simple sauce, simple flavours, simply doesn't take very long = effortless cooking.

#simplerecipes #dinnerideas #kitchenclub #kitchencoach #menuinspiration #whattoeat #keepitsimple #howtocook #cookeatrepeat #cookwelleatwelllivewell welllivewell

VERY upclose and personal Friday hello vibes👋..

VERY upclose and personal Friday hello vibes👋... feeling exhilarated for two reasons...

1. Because I just spent an hour in the glorious Autumn sunshine surfing 🏄‍♀️ with 3 beautiful ladies. Booya! That was fun.

2. I had just coined the phrase Positive Snacking Stacking whilst in the surf. When I'm in nature my creative brain explodes and today I drove back home still in wetsuit repeating the words again and again and again.

The best thing (I think) is that the acronym is Psst... so whenever you are heading for that after lunch/afternoon/after dinner snack that you are trying to kick, just remember Psst and let it stop you in your tracks. ✋

A snapshot of what it means is that you create a diversion mid-habit and pre-empt what you would normally go for.

So if it's a bag of haribos in the car on the way to pick up the kids, then you pop an apple in the car in the morning instead, therefore stacking on a healthy snack to driving in the car.

Or if it's a Dairy Milk bar after dinner in your favourite chair after dinner, sit in a different chair and have a herbal tea instead, therefore stacking on a better choice whilst still getting to watch TV.

These tiny changes seen in a positive way can make a HUGE difference to the big picture and make you feel empowered, in control and in the driving seat of your health instead of overwhelmed, deprived and in a rut.

I've just written a full version of this in my weekly newsletter so if you'd like to know more about healthy snacking habits, DM me with your email address and I'll pop you on the list. Have a fab weekend 🌟

#positivesnackingstacking #healthyhabits #cookingpsychology #cookwelleatwelllivewell #kitchencoach #fridaysurf

Sending these aprons out to new Kitchen Clubbers i

Sending these aprons out to new Kitchen Clubbers in my membership literally makes my heart sing 💛 🎶 .

Running an online business felt weird at first as everything I have done before has been IRL, cooking for clients and being able to share the food with them in the moment.

But then I realised that I was always cooking for THEM and I wanted to empower them to be doing the cooking and feeling the same satisfaction, little wins and kitchen confidence that we are all capable of.

I ummed and arghed (such a great phrase... always can hear my Mum saying that 😂) for SO long about whether I should send something out to new members or not. I listened to my intuition which was screaming yesssssss and I am so so pleased I did.

To me, they symbolise real-life connection , being part of a (dare I say it) 'tribe' all on the same mission to cook well, eat well and live well and also as a cape so that when a member is wearing it, they feel like a badass in the kitchen.

#goodvibes #kitchenclub #onlinecommunity #kitchencoach #changinghabits #cookingpsychology #cookwelleatwelllivewell #healthfulrecipes #beingpartofsomethingbigger #listentoyourintuition

I love this quote 💕💕💕 Confidence can seem

I love this quote 💕💕💕 Confidence can seem like a cloud... out of reach and owned by someone else. But before confidence we have to summon courage to make a change or start something new.

Courage seems so much more achievable. It's like taking a foot forwards and knowing that you won't fall over. Confidence then comes with practice and repetition.

So today I'm telling you that you too can be confident with your cooking. All you need is to summon courage first and I know you've got that in you.

I've got your back 💕💕💕

#courage #kitchenconfidence #effortlesscooking #cookingtype #knowyourstrengths #bethebestversionofyou #cookwelleatwelllivewell #youcandothis #makechangehappen #tastyfood #cookingpyschology #positivecookingmindset

Slaw slaw and more slaw... grating and slicing an

Slaw slaw and more slaw... grating and slicing an array of veggies is the quickest way to eat a diverse bowl of healthful deliciousness.

This super simple 15 minute recipe from the Kitchen Club was grated courgettes, butternut squash & sliced cabbage, baby corn, chilli, garlic, ginger, fresh coriander 🌿 , spring onions and nuts.

Do you struggle with how to get variety and veggies into your diet? If so, tell me more in the comments.

#vegetableslaw #kitchencoach #tastyrecipes #eatmoreveg #cookwelleatwelllivewell #healthyfood #weightloss #effortlesscooking #foodisfuel #cookingpsychology

The easiest way to eat healthfully is to ask yours

The easiest way to eat healthfully is to ask yourself 'is what I'm about to put in my mouth going to benefit my body and mind?'

I'm not a nutritional therapist or a dietitian, (there are amazing ones out there such as @naturedockids @katedimmernutrition @zoekirbynutrition) who can give you the breakdown of exactly what foods benefit your body scientifically.

Instead, as a coach and chef, I am here to help you change your habits and behaviours to make cooking and eating healthful food effortless.

And this little tip here is one of the simplest you can use. Use your common sense, read the food labels and start being curious about what you are putting into your mouth.

#foodhabits #healthyhabits #changeyourlifestyle #eathealthfully #cookwelleatwelllivewell #kitchencoach #coach #healthyeating #youcandothis #healthfulstateofmind #coachandchef #cookingpsychology

Leftover lunch 🥗, much needed fuel ⛽️ after

Leftover lunch 🥗, much needed fuel ⛽️ after an awesome surf this morning 🏄‍♀️

🌊 It just goes to show that chasing your goals, and actioning baby steps to make them happen does pay off! This Devon dream of replacing skiing with surfing happened this morning. And damn it felt good!

🌊 I definitely took in the moment and am 💯 grateful to be able to drop the kids off at school and then surf.

🌊 To me, being in nature is fundamental to making me feel 'me' and be in a good state of mind.

🌊 These roasted vegetables (sweet potatoes, aubergines, courgettes, mushrooms and tomatoes) have been on the go since Monday. Reheated in the microwave, added some blitzed up chickpeas, 1/2 green pepper, 2 dollops Greek Yoghurt, sesame seed oil, lemon juice 🍋, peanut butter and salt and blitzed it in the @nutribullet .

🌊 Boiled 2 eggs and had with another dollop of Greek Yoghurt and even bigger dollop of @belazu_co pesto.

If you'd like more throw it together, healthful recipes like these, then let me know and we can discuss if the Kitchen Club membership might be right for you.

#liveyourbestlife #fulfillyourdreams #feedthesoul #vegetablelunches #leftoverlunches #kitchenclub #kitchencoach #cookingpsychology #knowyourstrengths #yummyrecipes #effortlessrecipes #cookwelleatwelllivewell

Sometimes words jump off a page and hit you in the

Sometimes words jump off a page and hit you in the face 🤣. I love it when I hear people say, 'oh my goodness, that is SO me!!'

And I love the strengths versus the potential weaknesses with a green Cooking Type, as they can be incredibly confusing traits if you haven't acknowledged them. They are also incredibly normal which can be really comforting to know 😀.

Tag someone who you think has a green Cooking Type and see if they agree.

#cookingtypes #effortlesscooking #cookingpyschology #knowyourstrenghts #kitchecoach #personaldevelopment #cookingpotential #youcancook #howtocook

Hello after a week away 👋! Three great things I

Hello after a week away 👋! Three great things I'm looking forward to this month:

- The AGA is back on 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼
- I can focus on finishing creating EffortLESS Cooking for your Personality Type (without juggling kids, cooking jobs etc etc etc)
- we are getting decent wifi!! This is mega... we are going from 1.41 download and 0.39 upload to 40 download and 10 upload 💥. This means being able to deliver SO much more to you lovely lot 🥰

What are you looking forward to?

#helloagain #september #agaon #aga #onlinecourse #onlinebusiness #decentwifi #kitchencoach

Happy Bank Holiday folks! ☀️This is what I pla

Happy Bank Holiday folks! ☀️This is what I plan to be doing... The reality is that there will be 3 children, a husband, a dog and 11 chickens lurking in the background needing to be fed, but for now let's just indulge in time just to be.

Have a good one! ☀️

#bankholiday #relax #justbe

Helloooo 👋... thank you so much if you've just

Helloooo 👋... thank you so much if you've just started following me and if you've followed me for a while, hello again! 👋

I'm Annabel Gonifas, coach and chef on a mission to make your cooking as effortless, nutritious and tasty as possible so that you can cook well, eat well and live well💕

Because somehow (and I totally get it as I have 3 small kids and a busy household), cooking has become a chore. And as feeding ourselves and our families is one of our primal human needs, I'm here to help make it easier for you! ✨

My aim in life is to breakdown cooking psychology for you, because really everything we do, every choice we have and every habit we make stems from our mind and this is the barrier to eating better.

So much of what we hear is about when we talk about healthy food/eating (*side note, I call it 'healthful') is around WHAT we eat. Which is great (though often confusing and contradictory)...

But how do we actually get it into our houses, onto our plates and into our mouths? Cooking is the PROCESS that gets food into bodies and unless we know how to make this as effortless as possible for us personally, then we are really banging our heads against a brick wall.

So on these squares I hope to add value to your cooking by:

💥 Getting you to understand how we all cook differently
💥 Top tips on how to make your food as effortless, tasty and nutritious as possible
💥 Knowledge around suppliers and where food comes from at its source
💥Simple mindset tips on how to help your cooking and healthy food choices
💥Nutritional FACTS forwarded on from the experts in the field of nutrition and food
💥Bringing the whole thing back to basics (we are human, we need to eat to survive and thrive, we need to cook to make that happen)
💥The odd South Devon sunset and coastal view as it's too beautiful not to share!

If you want to know more right now about how to get your food as lip smackingly tasty as possible, head to the link in my bio for my insights on how to season perfectly everytime 💕

It's 💯 lovely to have you here, I wish I could invite you in for a cup of tea and a natter but instead we can chat here ☺️

#introduction #cookwelleatwelllivewell

Bored of what to cook? Don't forget about casserol

Bored of what to cook? Don't forget about casseroles in the summer 💥

If you and your family is feeling like you are:
💥 Not having enough vegetables
💥Need something filling
💥Want something hearty
💥Are bored of bbq's and picnics
💥Are looking for something for the freezer

Don't forget about a casserole, even in summer. ☀️ I cooked this sausage, carrot & paprika casserole yesterday. Just the sense of calmness that cooking a casserole brings makes it worth it. In the iven. Forget about it. And then utterly delightful to eat.

What food ticks all the above boxes for you?

#casserole #sausagecasserole #cookathome #cookwelleatwelllivewell #summerfood #summerrecipes #whattoeat #kitchencoach #findmearecipe #eatwell #cookwell #helpmecook #foodinspo

🌶 Be bold with your spices! Spices are great fo

🌶 Be bold with your spices! Spices are great for our bodies and our cooking. 🌶

Whether it's using garlic, chilli, ginger, star anise, cardamon, coriander, turmeric, paprika, fennel or cinnamon, add in 20% more than you are comfortable adding when you start cooking your meal.

Then at the end, add fresh herbs, check for salt and squeeze in some lemon 🍋 if it needs it.

If you want more handy hints for cooking with spices then I've added them into a free checklist for you. Simply click on the top link in my bio to get yours ✨

#cookingwithspice #tastyfood #boldflavours #kitchencoach #howtocook #deliciouseasyfood #effortlesscooking #freechecklist #youcandothis #ibelieveinyou #anyonecancook #cookwelleatwelllivewell

Do you cook like your Mum, Dad, husband, wife, par

Do you cook like your Mum, Dad, husband, wife, partner, friend or colleague?

Have you been into the utensils drawer at a friends house and gawped at it's messiness?

Or do you get so frustrated by them as they tell you to just add a bit of this and that, when really you feel the need to follow a recipe.

This is because we are all different. We are all unique. And this should be celebrated!

Tag a friend if this has happened to you!

#cookingtype #personalityprofile #personalitytype #beyourself #findyourstrengths #cookingpsychology #betterhealth #cookwelleatwelllivewell #lovebeingunique

Add that goodness in whenever you can. It's what'l

Add that goodness in whenever you can. It's what'll keep you on that healthy eating wagon.

Okay, pastry isn't great for you, but it does taste fab (it's all balance right...) But what is in this little bundle of goodness 💛 is quinoa, teeny weeny chopped up carrots, fennel and celery, chives, ground fennel and cumin seeds, skinned salmon, lemon juice and a layer of spinach. 🌿Then topped with poppy, sunflower and pumpkin seeds.

👩🏼‍🍳If you're making salmon en croute, there's no need to cook the salmon first as the pastry will steam it.

👩🏼‍🍳👩🏼‍🍳 You can also use gluten-free pastry for this.

👩🏼‍🍳👩🏼‍🍳👩🏼‍🍳This photo was pre-cook. It's ready after 35 minutes at 180 degree or golden brown and crispeeeeee!!

#addgoodnessin #effortlesscooking #tastyrecipes #salmonencroute #kitchencoach #healthfulcooking #betterhealth #cookwelleatwelllivewell #beconfident #youcandothis #positvevibes #ibelieveinyou #glutenfree

🍆 🍆🍆 Aubergines and chickpeas with lime a

🍆 🍆🍆 Aubergines and chickpeas with lime and coriander. My.
New. Fave. Dish. Of. The. Year!! Plus it's always an excuse to use the aubergine emoji 😂

Thumbs up here for a balance of depth of the rich tomatoes, sweetness of the aubergines, acidity of the lime and freshness of the coriander 🌿

#aubergineswithchickpeas #veggiecurry #lovelime #veggieideas #vegetarianrecipes #kitchenclub #cookwelleatwelllivewell #kitchencoach #lovewhatyoudo #favenewrecipe #lovefood #effortlesscooking #tastyfood

What's the 5 things you need to know when cooking

What's the 5 things you need to know when cooking for friends? 🌊☀️✨

🤗 Plan - think about your kitchen, oven, and hob space. If your main needs to be in the oven then think of canapes, starter, and sides which are either at room temperature or can be cooked on the hob.

🤗 Portions - count out portions as you go. Only cook as much as you need plus a handful or two more otherwise you'll be eating leftovers for days.

🤗 Prepare - as much as you can in advance. Get to the stage of only 'finishing' things off when your guests are with you. Then you can focus on your guests not the kitchen.

🤗 Pristine - clear and wash as you go. Much better to stay on top of the dishes bit by bit than have an enormous stack at the end of the night. Use the dishwasher, pop a wash on midway through... keep chipping away at those dishes.

🤗 Performance - all eyes 👀 are not on you! Focus on the objective (people having a good time - or whatever your objective maybe!) rather than perfecting the food and your guests are sure to leave very happy.

And if you'd like any tips on how to season your food so it's tippety top, then be sure to head over to the link in my bio to download your free seasoning checklist. It's not all about adding salt and pepper! 👆

Be sure to save or tag anyone you know who gets in a flap when they cook for guests.

#cookingforfriends #toptips #mondaymusings #dinnerpartyadvice
#whattocook #howtocook #kitchencoach #cantcookwontcook #ovencooking #support #educateyourself #learntocook #kitchenconfidence

Does this sound like you? Knowing how you work in

Does this sound like you? Knowing how you work in the kitchen is the key to unlocking your cooking potential 💙

Dial up those beautiful strengths of yours and be aware when you could need to dial in the dark side.

#youcandothis #cooktoyourstrenghts #selfawareness #playtoyourstrengths #whatareyougoodat #kitchencoach #postivemindset #growthmindset #knowyourself #positiveenergy #weareallgoodatsomething #personalitytypes #cookingtypes #healthycooking #cookingpsychology #kitchenclub #membership #coaching #cookingcoaching #cookinghabits

Have you popped a courgette plant into your garden

Have you popped a courgette plant into your garden this summer, and are now wondering what to do with all the bad boys that keep cropping up? If this is you, then read on! 💚

It is the plant that just keeps on giving... I swear every time I go down to the veggie patch there's another 6 courgettes that need my attention before they turn into enormous beasts that are destined for the compost heap.

Here's some ideas to keep you going:

💚 Grate them in to ALL salads. Green leaf salads, vegetables slaws... you name it. They can be grated in there.

💚 Slice them on the diagonal and sear them on the bbq. This is a lovely quick way to get some real flavour going. Put them in a bowl with rapeseed oil first and season them with salt and pepper and then just sear them for a few minutes on each side.

💚 Cut them into chunks and blitz in a @nutribulletuk with an avocado, lemon juice, Greek yoghurt, rapeseed oil, garlic, spring onions and fresh coriander for a delicious guacamole.

💚 Slice really finely using a peeler and add them into a Spanish omelette.

💚 Cut them into chunks and throw them into a roasting tray with chunks of aubergines, red peppers, mushrooms and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper and sprinkle over loads of chopped herbs and roast at 180 for 30 minutes.

I hope that these help you get through the glut. If you want more help on how to season your lovely courgettes, head over to the link in my bio to pick up your free checklist on how to season food so it tastes deeeeelicious! 💚💚💚

#courgetteglut #toptips #giveaway #checklist #freeresource #vegetablegarden #veggiepatch #summerveguk #howtocookcourgettes #somanycourgettes #homegrown #homegrowncourgettes #kitchenconfidence #growyourown #gardener #gardenercook #amateurgardener #courgettelove #whattodowithcourgettes #roastedcourgettes #gratedcourgettes #eatmoreveg #vegpower #howtoeatmoreveg #healthyeating #cookwell #eatwell #livewell #feelbetter

What's the secret ingredient to a really good minc

What's the secret ingredient to a really good mince? Marmite!! It adds to the saltiness and flavour. I also chop in loads of veg like onions, celery or celeriac, usually carrots but here as it's for a lasagne, and mushrooms 🍄. If you chop mushrooms up really really finely like you would herbs, then you can't see or taste them but they add a delicious depth to the mince. If my kids could see them they'd say 🤢! Oh and a good handful if chopped base herbs like rosemary, thyme, sage and a bay leaf.

If you'd like to know more about seasoning and how you can make your food super tasty without having to buy loads of stuff, I've made a free resource for you! Go to the top link in my bio and click on it to get your copy👍

#cookingtips #howtocook #healthyrecipes #nutritiousanddelicious #cookingbehaviours #healthyeatinghabits #kitchencoach #cookingpsychology #cookingpersonalitytypes #effortlesscooking #tastyfood #howtocook #cookwelleatwelllivewell

It's a good question to ask yourself before trying

It's a good question to ask yourself before trying something new. So often our minds focus on the negative, and what the worst is that can happen, but it's sooooo much more positive to focus on the best things that'll happen and they are so much closer to the reality of what will be the most likely outcome.

So when you are thinking about trying something new in the kitchen (perhaps you want to cook lentils or fish for the first time), ask yourself what's the best outcome that can happen?

The likely scenarios are that:

💃 It'll be delicious.
💃 You really enjoy cooking and eating it.
💃 You feel good afterwards.
💃 Because you've tried it once, you know what to expect the next time.

Make a habit of it and get those positive vibes vibing around your kitchen! 💃💃💃

#goforit #trysomethingnew #whatsthebestthatcanhappen #positivefocus #positivevibes #howtocooklentils #cooksomethingnew #healthyeating #kitchencoach #howtocook #whattocook #healthyhabits
#livelifetothefull #glasshalffull #staypositive #lookforthepositive #positiveoutcome #lovelentils #lovefish #kitchenclub #membership #cookingmembership #chef #inspire #educate #winwin

Big day for the DizzleSky Kitchen Club as it's a y

Big day for the DizzleSky Kitchen Club as it's a year and a half ago today since I launched with an aim to help people cook effortless, tasty and nutritious food. To help people manage eating and feeding their families well whilst juggling work, school, fun and life. To help simplify all the confusion out there about what we 'should' be eating and how we 'should' be cooking it. To bring it back to basics and teach you how you can learn to balance a plate with healthful ingredients full of colour, texture and flavour.

It seemed like a mountain to climb but now 230 recipes and 18 months of menu plans and shopping lists later... it's been a total joy.

THANK YOU to all of the gorgeous Kitchen Clubbers who have joined on the journey so far (many right from the beginning) and supported me while it was in its infancy. You are everything ✨

I've listened to the feedback... some months we focus on healthful food, some months on family food, and other months there has been a focus towards protein or fibre rich foods. Now with so much content up there, there's really something for everyone.

I am SO looking forward to the next 18 months and have super exciting plans for where it's going.

These will be the last few weeks that you can join the Kitchen Club without going through the EffortLESS Cooking for your Personality Type course so if you want to get in now, head to the link in my bio to sign up.

#birthdays #memberships #letscelebrate #letscelebrate #lovemymembers #youcandoit #cookwell #eatwell #healthyrecipes #menuplans #kitchencommunity #facebookgroup #kitchenconfidence #shoppinglists #howtocook #howtocookwell #whattocook

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