Raw By Nature

08/08/2021

Ive got a new recipe on the website for you. A cross between Mexican and Middle Eastern! So yummy.

Find the recipe here- https://raw-by-nature.com/black-bean-beetroot-falafel-bowl/

02/07/2021

This recipe has been my most popular recipe this winter!
Have you tried cooking with jackfruit before? Its easy and delicious!
Give this simple jackfruit curry a try this weekend...
https://raw-by-nature.com/mexican-jackfruit-curry/

02/07/2021

Have you scored your FREE copy of my 4 my popular recipes from my book?!
Jump onto my website and enter your email in the pop up box to download these easy, tasty and healthy recipes to make at home...
https://raw-by-nature.com

23/06/2021

Great news!

My hardcopy book Raw by Nature, is now available in an instantly downloadable e-book copy! 🙌 https://raw-by-nature.com/shop-new/

I’ve had SO many requests for people to get their hands on this overseas so now you can order away via the shop link in my bio!

The e-book version is only $19.95, so also a super affordable way to get your hands on all this goodness…

What’s Inside?
* Almost 300 pages of delicious breakfast’s, bowls, plates, snacks, sides, soups and desserts
* A mix of raw & cooked plant-based dishes free from dairy, gluten & refined sugar
* Full-page colour image for every recipe
* Healthy tips & information to help you live a wholesome and sustainable lifestyle
* Transition guidelines to help you create positive change in your diet and life

I’m so happy to be able to share the book far and wide now and I hope you love making the recipes in your own home.
https://raw-by-nature.com/shop-new/

21/06/2021

Want a sneak peek of my book 👀🙋‍♀️

Hop on over to my website and enter your email into the pop up box to score your immediate FREE download of four of the most popular recipes from my book 🙌

Follow the website link here- https://raw-by-nature.com/

This is perfect if you’re looking for a little plant-based inspiration in your kitchen repertoire! It’s easy to fall into a rut with eating if you’re short on time, energy or creative motivation.

Ive had a few questions lately about my book too so here are a few of the most common FAQ’s answered:

1. The recipes are 100% plant-based (vegan) so contain no meat, dairy or animal products.
2. There are a mix of cooked and raw recipes, its not all raw! There are lots of nourishing warm dishes too.
3. The book is mostly gluten free. I actually can’t think of any recipes in the book that do contain gluten! I didn’t make it with the intention to be entirely GF but it primality is.
4. Some of the recipes require a blender or food processor. A couple of the raw ones require a dehydrator. I do give options though where possible and there are lots of recipes that require none of these.
5. All recipes are refined sugar free. I use dates, coconut syrup or maple syrup as natural sweeteners
6. The recipes are very user-friendly. The feedback I get the most is how simple (and delicious!) the recipes are.
7. There is also lots of info at the start on how to stock your kitchen, vegan nutritional information and other wellness tips sprinkled through the book.

Anything I missed? Comment below if you have a question or send me a DM!

Best opion- jump over to the website via the link in my bio and grab your free sample copy :) Don’t forget to tag me in your creations too!

27/04/2021

I am so excited to invite you to join my very food retreat: A Weekend of Vitality. This will be a plant-based cooking and yoga retreat right here in the heart of beautiful Noosa.
https://raw-by-nature.com/retreat/

What can you expect?

👩‍🍳LOTS of hands-on cooking and food demonstrations!
No matter your skill level in the kitchen we will be making everything from plant-based milks and cheeses to easy nourishing breakfasts, tasty snacks, vibrant lunches, dips and dressings, sustaining mains that everyone will love plus of course, decadent (guilt-free!) desserts!

🧘‍♀️Daily yoga classes with plus Lauren will be offering Sound Healing and Yoga Nidra to lull you into complete bliss and relaxation mode!

Two exciting excursions-
🎨A fun and festive Pinot and Picaso Night where you can let out your inner artist along with a glass of organic wine and vegan cheese.
🍒Plus a trip to the Sunday morning Farmers Market to enjoy a casual stroll, meet the makers, grab some breakfast and pick up ingredients for our special Sunday lunch.

🍃And of course, spare time for you to do you- get a massage at the onsite spa, take a dip in the ocean or stroll through the National Park, enjoy some retail therapy on Hastings street or cozy up with a book by the pool.

Whether youre new to plant based foods or already a pro and want to up-level your game, or whether youre wanting to dabble more in the kitchen or are just looking for a fun, relaxing and delicious getaway in paradise, this retreat is going to have it all.

Leave feeling deeply nourished, inspired and ENLIVENED! See what just a few days of healthy food, movement, creativity and nature can do for you. Plus, leave with dozens of new recipes ready for you to recreate at home.

Check the link below for all the details or send me a message to connect.
https://raw-by-nature.com/retreat/

22/04/2021

Happy Earth Day! 🌏❤️

Did you know one of the BEST and most powerful ways to support the planet is to switch to a plant-based diet?

That’s why for today only I’m offering 10% off my cookbook: Raw by Nature: Recipes to Nourish and Inspire! 🙌

Use the code earth at checkout- find the link here- https://raw-by-nature.com/shop-new/

Meat production is a leading cause of climate change, water waste, and deforestation. You CAN make a difference! Even if it just means switching up your diet a little to include more plant-based options and lessening your meat and dairy intake 🐮

In my cookbook you’ll find over 200 easy and delicious recipes to help you become a wizz with plant-based cooking- give it a try!

We need to act now as a collective to protect our beautiful planet for generations to come. Start by looking at your plate and seeing how you can make a difference 😋🥦🍉🍅

https://raw-by-nature.com/shop-new/

29/03/2021

Some of the lunches Ive been catering over the past week for a energy healing training here on the Sunshine Coast!
Vibrant plant-based food to fuel everyone through the course!
Feel free to get in touch with any catering inquiries.

22/03/2021

Gooey vegan choc-chunk cookies!
Who wants the recipe?! 😋

22/03/2021

A few new creations from a quiet weekend in the kitchen!
🍓Raw Miso Strawberry Cheesecake
🌱Vegan Spinach Quiche
🍆Pistachio-crusted Eggplant with Hempseed Lemon Hummus and Watermelon Rocket Vegan Fetta Salad.

22/03/2021

I'm currently catering 10 lunches and 10 dinners for ten people here on a training course on the Sunshine Coast.
I'm loving creating different meals each day and dropping them off to nourish the guests!
100% plant-powered goodness.
Feel free to get in touch with any catering needs! x

10/03/2021

IT'S BACK!
My recipe book Raw By Nature is now back in stock 🙌

Over 300 colour pages filled with plant-based recipes and healthy lifestyle tips to help you thrive!

Delicious, easy, nutritious and vibrant recipes that everyone will love. Buy your copy online at
https://raw-by-nature.com/shop-new/

07/03/2021

I had an incredible weekend catering for a very special Mother's Blessing Way and Father's Blessing here on the Sunshine Coast!

It was such a pleasure to cater for such beautiful people in a stunning location.

Stay tuned for the professional images and story on the Melissa Ambrosini social media and website in the coming days!

05/03/2021

Looking for something nourishing to whip up this weekend?
Try my Nourishing Yogi Bowl!
Over on the Zenko Yoga website.
Fresh, tasty, easy and comforting.

The Yogi Bowl As we move into Autumn now, this yogi bowl is the perfect way to keep you nourished in body and soul. Plenty of vibrant vegetables sit alongside creamy avocado, crunch almonds, spicy...

01/03/2021

I spent the last three days amidst pristine nature on the Noosa North Shore for the Zenko Yoga Mummy and Me Retreat.

For these three days I was lucky enough to prepare food to nourish all 21 guests who joined us on retreat.

Cooking for both children and adults was a wonderful new adventure for me, and I have enjoyed the last few months planning the menu and dipping my toes into new territory to come up with creations that (I hoped!) would please children and adults alike.

Empty plates and happy smiles after each meal were a good sign :)

Aside from loving being in the kitchen, it was an absolute pleasure to witness this special retreat journey- mothers and daughters taking time out to spend together doing yoga, getting creative with crafty projects, spending time in nature, doing full moon ceremonies, meditation, partner yoga and so much more.

It went so well that we have already released a new date for our next Mummy and Me Retreat - Oct 22-24 at Noosa North Shore.

I’ll be there, probably grinning like a weirdo in the kitchen whilst chopping vegetables. I hope maybe you’ll join me there ;) All info can be found here- http://www.zenkoyoga.com.au/mumandme.html

01/02/2021

There is only one week left to sign up and join the Zenko Lifestyle Immersion!
http://www.zenkoyoga.com.au/zenkoimmersion.html

This transformational 7-week program that dives deeply into Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness, Self-Care, Nutrition, Yoga Philosophy, Breathwork, Sound Healing, Ayurveda, Plant-Based Eating, and SO much more! 🤸‍♂️

The course is designed to help you reach your own unique goals and be supported every step of the way. You will also gain tools, practices and wisdom to keep you motivated and inspired to prioritise your self-care far beyond the 7 week course.

Each week includes a 3 hour session that is both informative and experiential- enjoy yoga flows, meditations, breathwork, cooking demonstrations, cacao ceremonies, sound healing, Ayurvedic practices and more.

I am so excited to embark on this journey and if you happen to be on the Sunshine Coast, I’d love you to join me. Feel free to send me a message with any questions, or follow the link below for all the information and enrollment details.
http://www.zenkoyoga.com.au/zenkoimmersion.html

28/01/2021

Hi everyone. I'd love to know what types of topics you would like to learn more about- moving towards a plant-based diet, What types of recipes you want to see( main meals, quick simple dinners, healthy desserts, easy snacks etc), nutritional information, wellness/self-care tips....
Share with me what you would love to see more of!

26/01/2021

Ive got a new recipe on the website for you!

Hop on over to find this Tofu Nourish Bowl with Almond Dukha Dressing.

https://raw-by-nature.com/tofu-bowls/

One thing I get asked a lot is about finding time to make quick healthy meals at home. The one thing that I feel makes a HUGE difference is meal preparation. If you can set aside a couple of hours each week to whip up some staples to have on hand, it makes quick simple meals an absolute breeze when the week gets busy.