I was going to say this too. I have golden paste for my dogs but I want to start using it myself and don't know how, other that putting it into curries!
For those who don't want to go "sponge free", cellulose ones would be something to look into. They (surprisingly) last a lot longer than plastic ones before they start to desintegrate and they can be compostet afterwards. It's a challenge finding ones without plastic wrapping, though. I'm glad to hear the wood brushes are holding up so well, though. I'm planning to get those when my current plastic ones die, but I've been somewhat worried that the bristles might not hold up to scrubbing very well.
Great video....just a friendly tip for those who want to make comments about her nail polish, that she isn't fully zero waste, etc. AT LEAST SHE'S DOING SOMETHING. I think the only way to be ZERO waste is when we return to the ground when we pass. So I say, keep up the good work and continue to help those who wish to do there part to protect the planet and environment.
Here in switzerland, one supermarket launched a "Veggi Bag" recently. You can put in your fruits and vegetables, weigh them and put the barcodelabel on it. They are made from polyester and can be washed and reused.
Hi Sophie, this is a really helpful video. I'm in the very early stages of trying to do what you do but am still very much a beginner! Avoiding packaging seems to be a bit of a nightmare, but you encourage me to keep trying! I use a lot of frozen veg as, being on my own, I can't use fresh veg quickly enough before it goes off. Also I'm on a tight budget. But I hate that the packaging is not recyclable. You are getting me to rethink how I do this though. I'd also like to get back into sprouting, after seeing this, which I used to do a long time ago but gradually forgot about! Keep doing videos like this please! :)
I recently discovered your channel and I love it! I'm a vegan who is also trying to minimize waste and shop as ethically as possible. Your videos are inspiring me so much and helping me think of more things I wasn't even aware of so thank you!
Im sorry to tell you, but many cardboard boxes are covered with plastic foil for hygiene reasons. *at least in germany* Those are not possible to recycle cause its too difficult to divide the cardboard from the plastic to have actually any benefits. Maybe there is a shop nearby ur place selling loose stuff. Or u can go to the farmers market, or u really look closely at those boxes if they are actually 100% cardboard...
Harle Pip what they are talking about is the tetra paks that she said was better than tins. In later videos she does go back and say that she made a mistake and that the tins are better.
This is so fantastic! We have gone plastic free and are moving towards zero waste, its been interesting and not as hard as I thought to be plastic free. We made our own toothpaste and also shampoo and its so liberating! thanks for sharing and keep inspiring!
Why don't you get dry beans, cook, and freeze them? I've started myself, and it has changed my life! They taste SO much better, I cook them with kompu, and an onion until they're fully cooked and the water has evaporated!
Thank you so much for this video! I also love upcycling containers and repurposing them. I must ask-- where did you get the clock on your windowsill? It is so cool
What shops do you go to to get dry goods in the uk that are not covered in plastic? I'm finding it very difficult to find anywhere, even the organic health stores have plastic packaging.
The UK has a lot of catching up to do in terms of bulk stores. It's not always possible to buy zero waste products, but do your best by buying in bulk (the largest amount always has less plastic) and opt for recyclable packaging where possible. I buy a lot of things online in bulk and get most of my spices from an Indian super mart.
Good question. I buy in bulk because then it's the least amount of packaging possible (there aren't any bulk bin stores in London yet... although that would be my first port of call if there were!). I always opt for recyclable packaging like cardboard, paper, cotton, hemp, glass. If that's not available I'll go for the largest quantity to minimise the amount of plastic waste as much as possible. I also buy from local fruit and veg producers who do deliver it to my door with zero packaging. I hope this helps!
Sophie Ollis hi! I really enjoy your videos. I too am on a zero waste journey. I live in London and I've found that there actually quite a few places which have bulk bins. Whole foods in Kensington is not as expensive as it may seem. It's great for dried grains, beans, nuts and seeds as well as loose tea and coffee. There are also some bins at e5 bakehouse in hackney which has a few grains but mostly nuts and seeds. They also do flour, sugar and salt from bulk. My local corner shop, arsenal food and wine, has some bulk bins and ecover refils. There is a shop in Brixton village market where I've found dried pasta loose and local Italian delis which do fresh pasta. Borough wines do refills of wine (and some do oil/vinegar as well) as well as Clapton craft (beer/wine). Brixton whole food (different to whole foods market) is the most amazing shop for any herb/spice you could want. I've also found kofali hotnuts at Manor House has a great selection of dried fruit and nuts, and you can get loose olives and things like sun dried tomatoes at loads of shops along green lanes. Check out eco boost also. She had a channel here on UA-cam and has written a blog post about all the places in London that can help (though I've tried some of the places she suggests to no avail). I realise these places are all over London so I tend to stock up when I go, or stop in when I'm in the area anyway. Let me know how you get on. And if you find anywhere else :)
Hello :) I am a huge fan of yours, and I love to watch your videos. They are inspirational. I noticed you have nail polish on. Not to put you on the spot, but I was wondering if there was a nail polish brand that is earth friendly ( I use nail polish too but I'm sure it's bad for the environment) ? Thank you
I totally agree ! I know there is one in Edinburgh, but living in Dundee I have never actually done the trip to go shopping there. A bit too far especially when you don't have a car :)
If I read Engavita correctly as "yeast flakes" I assume that's for bread making. If so you might wish to check in to making your own sour dough starter or by using whey to a ferment. I'm still learning actually so don't take notes from me but AskWardee at Tradschool.com does that sort of thing.
Sorry if you've answered this before, but what do you do with the labels from the containers? Do you throw those out or put them in a jar or something? Thank you for your informational videos! I can't wait to start a less wasteful lifestyle.
How do you get the smells out of jars that had particularly strong smelling contents (ex: curry paste)? I've tried to upcycle these but they always retain the scent and sometimes transfers to spices I keep inside.
good question! After washing them out I leave the lid off while I store them to air out. If they still smell you can add a little baking soda which will absorb the rest of the smell. I had this problem at first, too, as I like pickles and chutneys!
The so called "cardboard" carton you point out as recyclable, is in fact almost impossible to recycle. As it is combined with card, foil and plastic go line the carton, becomes a waste of time to separate. There are only a handful of recycling plants that can handle said cartons and even those plants may not even be able to sort them and in turn tossed to landfill
Recipe video coming soon! I keep a lot of bottles... mainly the ones that seem practical. The rest I recycle. I don't drink much; occasionally and sometimes socially.
Thanks for this video. Just a note...you picked up a carton and said it was "cardboard", but I'm wondering whether it might have been a tetra pak? - which is lined with plastic and isn't a great option for the environment. Also think you might be confusing "upcycle" with "reuse"? Keep up the great work - so wonderful to see this movement growing 😊
I don't often eat bread, but when I do I buy it from a local bakery where I can get it unpackaged or in a brown paper bag which I then add to my compost. But yes, I have reused plastic bags for freezing fruit and veg!
How do you take the labels off of the jars that you upcycle? Sometimes they can be very tricky and have a lot of residue. What do you use to get it clean?
Great question! I soak them in warm water (about 10 minutes) and then take wire wool with a little soap to clean up the rest. It's super easy that way and only takes a moment once the glue is soaked!
Hi Blue. I like your videos. They're great. I am trying to go low waste. So I am watching so many videos here. Will apply useful ones to my practical daily life. I can see that you don't have but I have dark circles under my eyes. Is there any DIY thing you can recommend me? Thanks in advance Cheers from İstanbul, Turkey
Just found your channel and loving it :) When you said you buy things in the "cardboard" packaging instead of tins because it's better, isn't the "cardboard" actually tetrapaks which is much more difficult to recycle than tins and cans? x
It's just something I read on the journey to zero waste facebook group. If it turns out I'm wrong I would love to know but it's what I've been told. Loving your videos x
Btw: bio-plastic bags are actually NOT compostable! They pick them out at the composting facilities, because they don't biodegrade in the time span that industrial compost facilities process compostables. Heres a link to an article about it: livegreen.recyclebank.com/because-you-asked-can-i-compost-biodegradable-plastic Just a tip for you other zero wasters! Cheers from Finland!
How do you feel about living and sharing your space with people who are not zero waste (from what I can see from your kitchen and bathroom tour)? It feels a bit strange to me, but just wondering what you think about it?
Where do you buy your unpackaged food? I can't find anywhere in my area that sells bulk or let's you fill up in jars, and the Wholefoods seem to be only in London 😩x
I buy most of my foods from my local green grocer. It's always loose and they charge by number or weight. You can find green grocers all over (you don't have a go to fancy places to buy loose groceries... have a walk around your local neighbourhood, I'm sure you'll find some). Otherwise, if I'm at a supermarket, I buy as many things loose as possible.
Do you mean the dish brushes? You can buy them here: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004UURR3O/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=sophschoices-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B004UURR3O&linkId=d9f3569cf91eb5f20dc20192c46ffb0f and www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00KZDVEPW/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=sophschoices-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00KZDVEPW&linkId=6c81135fe818c3cd519e1f217864870c
I buy in bulk online and around London (a lot of my spices are from Wembley). I would suggest always buying in the largest quantity if you can't find it without plastic so that you're minimising as much as possible (and is usually a much better deal, too).
Sophie Ollis so does that mean when you bulk buy online you're still receiving your products in plastic packaging? Is that the best way for you at the moment? I'm so curious and fascinated by the whole zero waste idea, I'm going to try to do this at my best!
Btw: for some reason I didnt come up with the idea how to replace plastic sponges but that makes much more sens to use a brush. Thanks! Also: Tin might be better for the environment but there are studies that food stored in these containers is very harmful to your body 😘 But I know. Sometimes it seems as if every decision you make comes with. Price :/
I believe this kind of cardboard packaging is not just paper layers unfortunately. it's several plastic and paper layers bonded together - such as Tetra Pak in the US. it does not biodegrade and needs special recycling :[
I keep all my grains and pulses in glass jars but I am unable to source lentils etc that are in recyclable packaging :( I have tried looking everywhere for years now. Does anyone know how to source them?
It's difficult to find these things without plastic packaging. Your best bet would be to find them in health food stores in the bulk bin section (and bring your own jar to fill up) or to buy them in large quantities to reduce the amount of waste.
Thank you :) I have found the Unpackaged shop in London but I don't live anywhere near London and there are no shops where I live.. but I will keep searching, x
Since I live with other people I use Ecover washing up liquid (ethical and I can refill the bottles at a local health food store). Otherwise I'd probably make my own.
wow. you are so cute see what you have its nice see my new friend drink. tea and I love green tea and pop and I like alot stuff. drink lol and to eat like pizza lol 🌏🎶😎🤗☺️
You can buy non-toxic nail polishes that come in recyclable packaging. I have to say, though, that I haven't worn nail polish very often in a couple of years and haven't at all for a couple of months and I quite like the way my nails look bare.
I love how everything looks in glass jars. ❤️
who love to see how you make golden tea! I just bought a big bag of turmeric and would like to see how you us the paste!
Coming up! :)
I was going to say this too. I have golden paste for my dogs but I want to start using it myself and don't know how, other that putting it into curries!
cant wait!
you have to add black pepper for absorption of turmeric
Black pepper and coconut oil are great additions to help boost the benefits.
can you do a garden tour? i would love to see what you are growing!
Thank you for the request, what a great idea!
Thank you for the request, what a great idea!
It would also be great to hear more about different store-bought fruits and vegetables you can "recycle" to grow your own!
Okay, that's a great suggestion!
I'd love to see this too!
I'd love to see more about how you compost and grow veggies from left overs :-)))
Thank you for the request, Ellie. I'll be making a video on that soon! :)
For those who don't want to go "sponge free", cellulose ones would be something to look into. They (surprisingly) last a lot longer than plastic ones before they start to desintegrate and they can be compostet afterwards. It's a challenge finding ones without plastic wrapping, though. I'm glad to hear the wood brushes are holding up so well, though. I'm planning to get those when my current plastic ones die, but I've been somewhat worried that the bristles might not hold up to scrubbing very well.
Great video....just a friendly tip for those who want to make comments about her nail polish, that she isn't fully zero waste, etc. AT LEAST SHE'S DOING SOMETHING. I think the only way to be ZERO waste is when we return to the ground when we pass. So I say, keep up the good work and continue to help those who wish to do there part to protect the planet and environment.
U are truly an inspiration! I wish more people were like u. America needs more ppl like u. So many consumers in this bloody country!
I've been binging so hard on your videos 💖💖 i hope to reduce my waste, thank you for all your tips!
Here in switzerland, one supermarket launched a "Veggi Bag" recently. You can put in your fruits and vegetables, weigh them and put the barcodelabel on it. They are made from polyester and can be washed and reused.
That's great! The UK certainly have a lot of catching up to do.
Hi Sophie, this is a really helpful video. I'm in the very early stages of trying to do what you do but am still very much a beginner! Avoiding packaging seems to be a bit of a nightmare, but you encourage me to keep trying! I use a lot of frozen veg as, being on my own, I can't use fresh veg quickly enough before it goes off. Also I'm on a tight budget. But I hate that the packaging is not recyclable. You are getting me to rethink how I do this though. I'd also like to get back into sprouting, after seeing this, which I used to do a long time ago but gradually forgot about! Keep doing videos like this please! :)
Jacqui du Rocher maybe you could buy fresh vegetables and freeze them waste free:)
Hi Sophie! Have you done a zero waste cleaning products video? If not, I would love to see what you use!
Not yet! Coming up soon :)
Sophie Ollis, Oh thank you! Can't wait!💖
I recently discovered your channel and I love it! I'm a vegan who is also trying to minimize waste and shop as ethically as possible. Your videos are inspiring me so much and helping me think of more things I wasn't even aware of so thank you!
Oh, I'm so happy to hear you're trying to live more ethically-minded. It's great that we can keep inspiring and motivating each other!
I am so happy I came across someone who re-uses jars :)
Im sorry to tell you, but many cardboard boxes are covered with plastic foil for hygiene reasons. *at least in germany* Those are not possible to recycle cause its too difficult to divide the cardboard from the plastic to have actually any benefits. Maybe there is a shop nearby ur place selling loose stuff. Or u can go to the farmers market, or u really look closely at those boxes if they are actually 100% cardboard...
Harle Pip what they are talking about is the tetra paks that she said was better than tins. In later videos she does go back and say that she made a mistake and that the tins are better.
Wow! Great celery tip! I will have to try that one out.
I'd love to see you make golden tea!!!
Your space is so well organized and I'm feeling very inspired by your herb and spice cupboard!
Thank you, Hannah!
This is so fantastic! We have gone plastic free and are moving towards zero waste, its been interesting and not as hard as I thought to be plastic free. We made our own toothpaste and also shampoo and its so liberating! thanks for sharing and keep inspiring!
That’s fantastic to hear! Thank you for commenting 💙
Hi, I was wondering what and how you sprout seeds? Would really like a video on that.😊
Thank you for the suggestion... video will be coming soon!
i use a recycled glass jar to plumb up different dried fruit that i then use in smoothies
Why don't you get dry beans, cook, and freeze them? I've started myself, and it has changed my life! They taste SO much better, I cook them with kompu, and an onion until they're fully cooked and the water has evaporated!
That's a great idea! Thank you. I've never thought about freezing beans before.
+Sophie Ollis you can do the same with lentils, chickpeas and so on
Would love to see the turmeric paste recipe! and also maybe a video on how you compost and what you do with the soil after, thanks!
Great suggestions! Thanks. I'll definitely be posting about all of those things soon :)
I would really like to keep seeing more recipes! Love it!
Thank you so much for this video! I also love upcycling containers and repurposing them. I must ask-- where did you get the clock on your windowsill? It is so cool
I'm so glad you liked it :) That clock isn't mine, but apparently it was bought on Amazon!
yes please show us how you make the turmeric tea and how you compost. its something i really want to start to. love how you live:)
Thank you. I'll show the tea recipe soon :) I've made a video on how I compost here: ua-cam.com/video/KeG3Xcx6xpU/v-deo.html
thank you!:)
Fantastic thanks! Sophie what do you use for floss?
Really enjoyed this video :) great tips!
My favourite conditioner is plain old apple cider vinegar! I actually keep mine in one of those Living Naturally hair rinse spray bottles too!
I've been using ACV as a conditioner recently, too.
Sophie Ollis I totally think this was meant to be on your bathroom video 😂
What shops do you go to to get dry goods in the uk that are not covered in plastic? I'm finding it very difficult to find anywhere, even the organic health stores have plastic packaging.
The UK has a lot of catching up to do in terms of bulk stores. It's not always possible to buy zero waste products, but do your best by buying in bulk (the largest amount always has less plastic) and opt for recyclable packaging where possible. I buy a lot of things online in bulk and get most of my spices from an Indian super mart.
Good question. I buy in bulk because then it's the least amount of packaging possible (there aren't any bulk bin stores in London yet... although that would be my first port of call if there were!). I always opt for recyclable packaging like cardboard, paper, cotton, hemp, glass. If that's not available I'll go for the largest quantity to minimise the amount of plastic waste as much as possible. I also buy from local fruit and veg producers who do deliver it to my door with zero packaging. I hope this helps!
Sophie Ollis hi! I really enjoy your videos. I too am on a zero waste journey. I live in London and I've found that there actually quite a few places which have bulk bins. Whole foods in Kensington is not as expensive as it may seem. It's great for dried grains, beans, nuts and seeds as well as loose tea and coffee. There are also some bins at e5 bakehouse in hackney which has a few grains but mostly nuts and seeds. They also do flour, sugar and salt from bulk. My local corner shop, arsenal food and wine, has some bulk bins and ecover refils. There is a shop in Brixton village market where I've found dried pasta loose and local Italian delis which do fresh pasta. Borough wines do refills of wine (and some do oil/vinegar as well) as well as Clapton craft (beer/wine). Brixton whole food (different to whole foods market) is the most amazing shop for any herb/spice you could want. I've also found kofali hotnuts at Manor House has a great selection of dried fruit and nuts, and you can get loose olives and things like sun dried tomatoes at loads of shops along green lanes. Check out eco boost also. She had a channel here on UA-cam and has written a blog post about all the places in London that can help (though I've tried some of the places she suggests to no avail). I realise these places are all over London so I tend to stock up when I go, or stop in when I'm in the area anyway. Let me know how you get on. And if you find anywhere else :)
Thank you so much for commenting! I, unfortunately, don't live near many of these places but I'll be sure to check some out when I am nearby.
definitely looking forward to a turmeric tea/ milk video
Hello :) I am a huge fan of yours, and I love to watch your videos. They are inspirational. I noticed you have nail polish on. Not to put you on the spot, but I was wondering if there was a nail polish brand that is earth friendly ( I use nail polish too but I'm sure it's bad for the environment) ? Thank you
Please make the video recipes for your golden paste! Can’t wait to try them!
would you recommend a shop where you can get pasta and rice etc that does not come wrapped in plastic? And Cereal, and most food for that matter!
I'd love to see the recipe of this turmeric paste and the golden milk!! can't wait to try it :)
Coming very soon :)
yes! show the paste recipe for the golden tea!
Loved this vlog-style video! Looking forward to more :)
Thank you! :)
Ohhh how I wish I had a bulk store in my city !!! It's the only thing that it's lacking !
Me, too! They seriously need to come to the UK SOON!
I totally agree ! I know there is one in Edinburgh, but living in Dundee I have never actually done the trip to go shopping there. A bit too far especially when you don't have a car :)
If I read Engavita correctly as "yeast flakes" I assume that's for bread making. If so you might wish to check in to making your own sour dough starter or by using whey to a ferment. I'm still learning actually so don't take notes from me but AskWardee at Tradschool.com does that sort of thing.
Sorry if you've answered this before, but what do you do with the labels from the containers? Do you throw those out or put them in a jar or something? Thank you for your informational videos! I can't wait to start a less wasteful lifestyle.
Depending on the label I'll either keep it on the jar, put it in the bin or recycle it. Mostly they're non-recyclable.
Can you do a video where you are washing your dishes with those scrubby things? I never seen those before
How do you get the smells out of jars that had particularly strong smelling contents (ex: curry paste)? I've tried to upcycle these but they always retain the scent and sometimes transfers to spices I keep inside.
good question! After washing them out I leave the lid off while I store them to air out. If they still smell you can add a little baking soda which will absorb the rest of the smell. I had this problem at first, too, as I like pickles and chutneys!
All rooms! :)
Lovely kitchen!
Thank you!
The so called "cardboard" carton you point out as recyclable, is in fact almost impossible to recycle. As it is combined with card, foil and plastic go line the carton, becomes a waste of time to separate. There are only a handful of recycling plants that can handle said cartons and even those plants may not even be able to sort them and in turn tossed to landfill
love to know the recipe for the tumeric/ golden tea paste! And nice tequila bottle :) do you keep all your liquor bottles? do you drink much?
Recipe video coming soon! I keep a lot of bottles... mainly the ones that seem practical. The rest I recycle. I don't drink much; occasionally and sometimes socially.
Right when you mentioned the celery I went straight to the fridge & put mine in water. 😂
It's a living plant :) just as you'd add flowers to water, add your celery, herbs, broccoli...
I literally was sercing for over an hour to find a glass container without a plastic lid. Just seach for Airtight glass and steel container.
Btw helpful video! :)
Loved this vid! ❤️
yes I would be interested in the recipe for the tumeric tea
Very cute video makes me happy 😊 ✨✨👍
Great video! May I ask a question? What is the spinach puree? How do you use it? I have never heard of it before.
It's puréed spinach in a tin. I often use it to make saag.
Thanks for this video. Just a note...you picked up a carton and said it was "cardboard", but I'm wondering whether it might have been a tetra pak? - which is lined with plastic and isn't a great option for the environment. Also think you might be confusing "upcycle" with "reuse"? Keep up the great work - so wonderful to see this movement growing 😊
You're right, the cardboard is lined with plastic. It's still all recyclable where am, which is great!
ever reuse bags u get bread,buns,etc? i dump out any crumbs and reuse to freeze meat(doubled baged)
I don't often eat bread, but when I do I buy it from a local bakery where I can get it unpackaged or in a brown paper bag which I then add to my compost. But yes, I have reused plastic bags for freezing fruit and veg!
How do you get the labels off of the glass jars? They look so clean!
Hot soapy water and a little elbow grease!
How do you take the labels off of the jars that you upcycle? Sometimes they can be very tricky and have a lot of residue. What do you use to get it clean?
Great question! I soak them in warm water (about 10 minutes) and then take wire wool with a little soap to clean up the rest. It's super easy that way and only takes a moment once the glue is soaked!
Hi Blue. I like your videos. They're great. I am trying to go low waste. So I am watching so many videos here. Will apply useful ones to my practical daily life.
I can see that you don't have but I have dark circles under my eyes. Is there any DIY thing you can recommend me?
Thanks in advance
Cheers from İstanbul, Turkey
I hear lemon juice, aloe vera, green tea are all good for dark circles.
@@blueollis Thank you. I'll try those ☺
Just found your channel and loving it :) When you said you buy things in the "cardboard" packaging instead of tins because it's better, isn't the "cardboard" actually tetrapaks which is much more difficult to recycle than tins and cans? x
Thank you for your comment. I'll have a look into that!
It's just something I read on the journey to zero waste facebook group. If it turns out I'm wrong I would love to know but it's what I've been told. Loving your videos x
What labelling machine do you use to label your jars?
Ania G would it be more sustainable to use whiteboard marker pen on glass jars instead of labels? I wonder :)
Btw: bio-plastic bags are actually NOT compostable! They pick them out at the composting facilities, because they don't biodegrade in the time span that industrial compost facilities process compostables. Heres a link to an article about it: livegreen.recyclebank.com/because-you-asked-can-i-compost-biodegradable-plastic
Just a tip for you other zero wasters! Cheers from Finland!
Thank you for this information! I've actually since switched to brown paper bags.
How do you feel about living and sharing your space with people who are not zero waste (from what I can see from your kitchen and bathroom tour)? It feels a bit strange to me, but just wondering what you think about it?
I’d like to try turmeric tea but I find the spice very bitter. :( Is your tea palatable?
Your voice is very calming)!
Where do you buy your loose leaf tea that isn’t in plastic I try to buy loose leaf teas but they always come in plastic bags
Where do you buy your unpackaged food? I can't find anywhere in my area that sells bulk or let's you fill up in jars, and the Wholefoods seem to be only in London 😩x
I buy most of my foods from my local green grocer. It's always loose and they charge by number or weight. You can find green grocers all over (you don't have a go to fancy places to buy loose groceries... have a walk around your local neighbourhood, I'm sure you'll find some). Otherwise, if I'm at a supermarket, I buy as many things loose as possible.
yes,would love to c how u make your turmeric paste
Please do a turmeric paste recipe!
Coming up! :D
Beautiful kitchen 💐👍love your content, new sub here
Thank u very good vid is where did u get the brushes from ?
Do you mean the dish brushes? You can buy them here: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004UURR3O/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=sophschoices-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B004UURR3O&linkId=d9f3569cf91eb5f20dc20192c46ffb0f and www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00KZDVEPW/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=sophschoices-21&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00KZDVEPW&linkId=6c81135fe818c3cd519e1f217864870c
where do you buy in bulk from, is it central London?? also I love the labels on your jars, do your make them yourself??
I buy in bulk online and around London (a lot of my spices are from Wembley). I would suggest always buying in the largest quantity if you can't find it without plastic so that you're minimising as much as possible (and is usually a much better deal, too).
Sophie Ollis so does that mean when you bulk buy online you're still receiving your products in plastic packaging? Is that the best way for you at the moment?
I'm so curious and fascinated by the whole zero waste idea, I'm going to try to do this at my best!
check out @gneisspice on Instagram, they have comparable packaging!!
Very interested in the turmeric paste recipe.
Very inspiring! :)
If you grow the cellery and want to use say some of a stick of it, won't that kill the rest of the plant?
Nope! As long as it has roots it will keep producing.
I seen that empty bottle of patron in the jar box lol
hi I'm watching this at the end of' 19 and i can't find the video on how to make the golden paste nor how to make the deodorant thanks
Please make a video of your turmeric tea 😍
Would love to see your recipe for golden tea/milk
Yes, golden milk paste recipe!
Coming soon :)
Would love to see your turmeric paste video
Silly question :)but where do u get your labels for the jars??:)
I have a label maker (although would prefer a more sustainable one).
Yay😍😍😍😍
Did you share the turmeric milk recipe? 🦊
Did you ever make a tutorial for this turmeric paste?
My full recipe and recipes including the paste are all in my ebook: www.blueollis.com/ebook/myessentialvegan
Blue Ollis excellent! Thanks x
Golden tea plz!
Would love to know how to make the paste/milk!!!
It's in my recipe ebook (coming in just a few weeks!).
Btw: for some reason I didnt come up with the idea how to replace plastic sponges but that makes much more sens to use a brush. Thanks! Also: Tin might be better for the environment but there are studies that food stored in these containers is very harmful to your body 😘 But I know. Sometimes it seems as if every decision you make comes with. Price :/
Yes, tins contaminate the food and so it's always best to buy cardboard packaging for a more eco-friendly AND healthy alternative!
I believe this kind of cardboard packaging is not just paper layers unfortunately. it's several plastic and paper layers bonded together - such as Tetra Pak in the US. it does not biodegrade and needs special recycling :[
marrowine glas😍
Not quite 'zero waste' as the title suggests, but you certainly are on your way towards it. Thanks for sharing, enjoyed it!
I keep all my grains and pulses in glass jars but I am unable to source lentils etc that are in recyclable packaging :( I have tried looking everywhere for years now. Does anyone know how to source them?
It's difficult to find these things without plastic packaging. Your best bet would be to find them in health food stores in the bulk bin section (and bring your own jar to fill up) or to buy them in large quantities to reduce the amount of waste.
Thank you :) I have found the Unpackaged shop in London but I don't live anywhere near London and there are no shops where I live.. but I will keep searching, x
yes ...... golden paste recipe video please
Coming up! :)
I would love a tumeric paste recipe!! :))
It's in my ebook! www.blueollis.com/ebook/myessentialvegan
Where did you get the brushes from?
I bought the kitchen brushes from an independent industrial kitchenware shop in Brighton. But you can find them all over and on the internet.
Never herd about turmeric paste! 😯
Oh, it's great stuff and has so many benefits!
What do you do for dish soap?
Since I live with other people I use Ecover washing up liquid (ethical and I can refill the bottles at a local health food store). Otherwise I'd probably make my own.
Does anyone know where she got the wooden brushes for washing up?
I bought them from a kitchen supply store in Brighton that sells zero-waste goods. You can also find them online!
Sophie Ollis Perfect! Thank you 😊 Love your videos.
do u make fruit/veg.smoothies
Yes yes... I either have porridge or smoothies for breakfast every day.
can u start with ur recipe series.
Recipes will be coming soon on this channel and in an ebook!
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Wait, why don't you use the microwave?
It's incredibly toxic.
wow. you are so cute see what you have its nice see my new friend drink. tea and I love green tea and pop and I like alot stuff. drink lol and to eat like pizza lol 🌏🎶😎🤗☺️
Would you please do your turmeric milk video soon. 🤤
It'll be in my ebook coming very soon!
I didn't think nail polish was zero waste?
You can buy non-toxic nail polishes that come in recyclable packaging. I have to say, though, that I haven't worn nail polish very often in a couple of years and haven't at all for a couple of months and I quite like the way my nails look bare.
Sophie Ollis that's good to know!