If I'm being honest, I was absolutely dreading my first Christmas being vegan. I come from a large, culturally diverse background and one thing we all come together on is sharing an outrageous amount of decadent food on Christmas Day.

Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a condition where patches of the skin can become itchy, dry or scaly. In New Zealand it's particularly common among our young people, occurring in 15% of children and 9% of adolescents.

This meal is perfect for winter when pumpkin is in season and goes beautifully with toasted bread on the side. In the warmer months, we use cauliflower instead of pumpkin for a slightly lighter sauce. This recipe doesn't require too much prep time (or skill), so it's perfect for anyone who is strapped for time or just beginning their journey into vegan cooking.

My recent trip to LA, highlighted how many great vegan cafe options we have at home.

This delicious but nutritious treat can be made even more special with fresh berries or coconut yoghurt / ice cream.

This hydrating salad is wonderfully simple to prepare and has only a few ingredients.

Learning to enjoy a handful of simple morning rituals not only helps us to slow down, but to connect with the beautiful, everyday moments that we might otherwise miss, says Eleanor Ozich.

This salad recipe from Aaron Brunet is full of leafy greens, other raw veggies and a delicious cashew parmesan topping.

These delicious buckwheat and date bars can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks for the kids' lunch or your own.

This salad is low maintenance, laid back fare for the warmer months.