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  • RECIPE | Romance Rescue Remedy

    Juice your way to a stronger boner.

    CREDIT: Jordan Lohan

    Serves 2 | Prep 5 minutes

    Blueberries – literally little blue “pills”! Lowering cholesterol improving blood flow & circulation, leading to harder erections.

    Beetroot– contains boron, an aphrodisiac and booster of sexual stamina.

    Almonds (whole & milk)- high in Arginine. Good fats for blood flow & production of testosterone as well as Zinc for men’s hormones & libido.

    Bananas– rich in Manganese/Magnesium which are essential for the optimum prostate. Also contains Bromelain, a strong hormone regulator and increaser of libido.

    Coconut Water– the “fluid of life” – hydrating, cooling and is said to be able to replenish our reproductive systems.

    Raw Cacao Powder– contains Phenylethylamine, a stimulant which is usually produced naturally within the body during moments of arousal.

    Maca– Utilised widely for balancing hormones and increasing endurance.

    Ingredients.
    250ml unsweetened almond milk
    250ml coconut water
    10 almonds
    150g blueberries
    150g cooked beetroot
    2 bananas, sliced & frozen (I keep sliced bananas in the freezer ready)
    1 tbsp raw cacao powder
    ½ tbsp maca root

    Method.
    1. Place all ingredients into a blender, and blend. Top up with coconut water if consistency is too thick for you. Serve.

  • RECIPE | Turn On Truffles

    These dairy free truffles are perfect to boost your sex drive

    CREDIT: Jordan Lohan

    Makes 20-30 (depending on your size- that’s truffle, not penis) |  Prep 30 mins | Chill 3-4 hours

    To increase the vitamin C & antioxidant levels, which will protect the Nitric Oxide in the body (essential for harder erections & sexual response), incorporate the zest of 2 oranges whilst heating the coconut milk.

    Cacao is a natural aphrodisiac, but I think we all pretty much knew that. The science behind cacao is that it contains Phenylethylamine, a stimulant which is usually produced naturally within the body during moments of arousal.

    Coconut (oil/milk/flakes) will work together to increase sex drive, whilst giving you healthy fats, balancing hormones and a general boost of energy levels.

    Pistachios High in Arginine which converts to Nitric Oxide. Most nuts do contain arginine so feel free to choose your favourite kind.

     

    Ingredients.

      • 280g dark chocolate, I used a mix between 70% & 85% cocoa content, chopped finely
      • 3 tbsp coconut oil
      • 240ml coconut milk
      • ½ tsp vanilla extract
      • 1 tsp rose water
      • Decoration/Dusting:
      • 20g raw cacao powder
      • pistachios, blitzed or finely chopped
      • desiccated coconut (try it toasted!)

    Method.

      1. Place your chopped chocolate and coconut oil in a large mixing bowl.
      2. Heat the coconut milk in a saucepan until it reaches simmering point.
      3. Pour the coconut milk into the bowl with the chocolate.
      4. Stir and combine very gently & slowly to avoid the chocolate splitting .
      5. Add the rose water and vanilla extract.
      6. Transfer to a Tupperware or lidded container and put in the fridge for a minimum of 3-4 hours.
      7. On individual plates place the cacao powder, coconut and blitzed pistachios ready for rolling the truffles in.
      8. Use a melon baller to scoop balls of the truffle mix and then roll in your hands to shape further. Place each ball onto greaseproof paper.
      9. Roll each ball in a selection of cacao, coconut and pistachios. These will keep in an air-tight container for 5-7 days stored in the fridge.

  • RECIPE | Arginine Salad, perfect for a lacking libido

    Perfect for a lacking libido

    CREDIT: Jordan Lohan

    Serves 2 | Prep 15 mins | No Cook

    All the seeds, walnuts and watermelon contain an amino acid called Arginine. It’s this enzyme that helps maintain a healthy immune & hormone function. Arginine gives a helping hand in enlarging the blood vessels, enhancing blood flow to the penis. Upping your Arginine levels can boost erectile response and turns into Nitric Oxide in the body.

    Chives contain high vitamin C which will protect the Nitric Oxide in the body. Viagra essentially induces erections using Nitric Oxide.

    Beetroot contains boron, an aphrodisiac and booster of sexual stamina.

    Feta increases testosterone levels.

    Spinach ecdysterone also increases testosterone.

    Ingredients.

    2 small raw beetroot, peeled & shaved (use the leaves too)
    100g feta, cubed
    100g watermelon, cubed
    100g organic spinach, washed
    50g walnut halves
    30g pack fresh chives, snipped
    25g pumpkin seeds
    25g sunflower seeds
    25g sesame seeds
    Rapeseed oil

     

    Method.

    1. Dry toast the pumpkin and sunflower seeds over a low heat in a frying pan for 5 mins. Remove from the pan, and then toast the sesame seeds for 2 minutes.
    2. Mix all the prepared ingredients together in a serving bowl, drizzle with rapeseed oil and serve. Also lovely with a touch of balsamic.
  • RECIPE | Rainbow Pancakes

    RECIPE | Rainbow Pancakes

    Get your rainbow on this Pancake day with these incredible Rainbow Pancakes

    how to make rainbow pancakes

    Ingredients.

    –          1 large egg

    –          135g plain flour

    –          130ml milk

    –          2 tablespoons butter

    –          Food colouring – red, yellow, green, blue, orange and purple

    –          Toppings: rainbow sprinkles, raspberries, whipped cream and strawberry laces


    Method.

    Add the flour, egg and milk into a bowl and whisk to a smooth batter.
    Separate the batter into five separate bowls for each of the different colours of the rainbow.
    Add food colouring to each of the bowls until you’re happy with the shade. You can combine primary colours to make a wider range; for example, red and yellow can be mixed to make orange.
    Add a little oil or butter to a medium-sized frying pan and put on a medium-high heat.
    Add the batter to the pan once hot and cook for one minute on each side – with the all important Toss Off in between.
    Repeat this process with all of the different coloured batters until you have enough for your rainbow pancake stack.

     

    Comedians Katherine Ryan and David Morgan battled it out for the title of Biggest Tosser at the launch of Terrence Higgins Trust’s pancake-themed fundraiser, Toss Off.

    And to mark LGBT History Month, the TV favourites whipped up a stack of rainbow pancakes.

    The charity is urging supporters to host a party for Pancake Day (28 February) and raise money to support people living with HIV.

    David, who co-presents I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! NOW, said,

    “I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my first Toss Off because I love rainbows and I love pancakes. As a gay man, HIV support, prevention and awareness-raising is very, very close to my heart and I’ll happily flip some pancakes with my friends to support Terrence Higgins Trust this Pancake Day.”

    Friends Katherine and David came along to East London LGBT venue Dalston Superstore to see just how much fun it is to Toss Off for Terrence Higgins Trust.

  • RECIPES | Pancakes

    RECIPES | Pancakes

    It’s that time of year again to dust off the mixing bowl and dig out that half-empty tin of syrup from 1998. If you’re looking to make some pancakes here’s how you do it.

    How to make pancakes
    CREDIT: Pixabay / CC / RitaE

    Ingredients.
    100g Plain Flour
    2 Eggs
    300ml milk

    Method.
    1. Sift flour into a large bowl.
    2. Add eggs to centre of flour and mix in.
    3. Slowly add milk and whisk to a smooth batter.
    4. Leave the mix for at least half an hour before cooking.
    5. Once ready to serve heat a little oil in a pan and add a ladle of batter to the hot oil.
    6. Let the mix coat the pan and cook for 30 – 45 seconds. (Thicker batter may require a longer cooking time)
    7. With a spatula slide around the edge off the pancake and shake ready for the first flip.
    8. Confidence will ensure a successful flip. It’s all in the wrist!
    9. Finally, add a choice of fillings from traditional lemon and sugar to chocolate spread and marshmallows.
    Happy Shrove Tuesday! Send us your pancake tossing pictures to newsdesk@TheGayUK.com

  • RECIPE | Vegan Thai Coconut Soup

    RECIPE | Vegan Thai Coconut Soup

    Health food blogger Sophie Gordon brings us this warming recipe to brighten up the dreariest of January days, using creamy coconut yogurt as the star of the dairy, gluten and soya free dish.

    vegan soup ideas
    CREDIT: Independent Media News

    Ingredients.

    1 medium sized butternut squash BUY
    3 carrots BUY
    1 leek BUY
    2 small garlic cloves BUY
    Small knob of ginger – grated finely BUY
    1 tsp dried lemon grass  BUY
    2 tsp ground coriander BUY
    2 tsp ground cumin BUY
    2 tsp ground turmeric BUY
    1 tsp cayenne pepper BUY
    Handful of fresh coriander BUY
    Chilli flakes BUY
    2L vegetable stock (roughly) BUY
    350g The Coconut Collaborative yogurt BUY
    ¼ – ½ lime – juiced BUY
    Salt and pepper to taste

     

    Method.

    1. Pre heat your oven to around 190°c. Slice your butternut squash in half (length ways), de-seed and then place flat onto a baking sheet; insides down. Put into the oven and roast for around 35-40 minutes.

    2. Put your rice on as rice takes a little longer to cook; follow packet instructions for correct water to rice ratio.

    3. Chop up your leeks and carrots. Sauté in some water with the garlic and ginger until a little softer. Add the ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, cayenne pepper, lemon grass and chilli. Continue to fry, adding a little more water if it starts to dry up.

    4. Once this is fragrant and the carrots and leeks soft, add in your vegetable stock. Bring to the boil then allow to simmer for around 10 minutes; season with salt and pepper to taste.

    5. Once your squash is done, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few moments. Scoop out the insides. They should be very soft so will easily come away from the skin.

    6. Put into the pot with the stock and mix. Bring back to the boil and then add a squeeze of lime and the fresh coriander, season to taste.

    7. Using a hand held blender, blitz your soup until thick and creamy. Add the coconut yoghurt and stir well.

    8. To serve, ladle a good serving of the soup into a bowl, adding rice if desired. Top with some fresh coriander and any other seasonings.

    *You could also add another dollop of coconut yoghurt on at the end to make it extra creamy

  • COCKTAIL RECIPE | Pomegranate Gin

    COCKTAIL RECIPE | Pomegranate Gin

     

    Add the rosemary and a drop of gin with a tablespoon of ice into a shaker and bash it about a bit. Add both fruit juices and the gin, and shake. Pour into a glass through a strainer and top with ice and a few pomegranate seeds if you have them.

  • COCKTAIL RECIPE | Elderflower Gin

    COCKTAIL RECIPE | Elderflower Gin

     

    50ml gin

    30ml elderflower cordial

    100ml tonic

    1 lime wedge

    Fill a tall glass with crushed ice. Pour over the gin, cordial and tonic. Stir & serve with a wedge of lime.

  • COCKTAIL RECIPE | Cherry Gin

    COCKTAIL RECIPE | Cherry Gin

    In a glass, muddle together the cherries, simple syrup, and lemon until the cherries are a little bit squishy. Fill the glass with crushed ice, pour oven the gin and stir. Top up with soda water and garnish with a few more dried cherries. A good tip to remember in general is 30g of dried fruit counts as one of your 7-a-day.

  • COCKTAIL RECIPE | Southside

    COCKTAIL RECIPE | Southside

    SOUTHSIDE

     

    Ingredients:

    Gin  (BUY NOW)

    Lime juice (BUY NOW)

    Lemon juice (BUY NOW)

    Soda water (BUY NOW)

    Mint leaves (BUY NOW)

    Sugar Syrup

    Fill a cocktail shaker (I didn’t actually have one so I used my protein shake cup!) with ice.

    Add the gin, lime, lemon, simple syrup, and mint leaves- shake it like a Polaroid for 10 seconds. Strain into an ice-filled glass, garnishing with mint.

  • COCKTAIL RECIPE | Greenall’s Negroni

    COCKTAIL RECIPE | Greenall’s Negroni

     

    Perfect if you like:

    A fruity but sour gin-based drink with complex citrus flavours.

     

    Ingredients.

    20ml Greenall’s The Original London Dry Gin, (BUY NOW)

    20ml Campari Bitter, (BUY NOW)

    20ml Martini Rosso (BUY NOW)

     

    Method.

    Pour all the ingredients into an ice-filled glass and stir. Garnish with an orange twist.

    Greenall’s The Original London Dry Gin is available from: Waitrose, Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s and Master of Malt. RRP: £15.49 for 70cl. ABV 37.5%