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Orange-Glazed King Oyster Mushrooms
Ingredients:
King Oyster Mushrooms – 400g
Orange Juice – 1 cup
Marinate Sauce:
Orange Juice – 1/2 cup
Vegetarian Oyster Sauce – 1 tbsp
Pepper – A dash
Batter:
Rice Flour – 50g
Corn Flour – 30g
Plain Flour – 20g
Water – Enough to form a thick batter
Glaze:
Orange Juice – 1/2 cup
White Vinegar – 1 tbsp
Soy Sauce – 1 tbsp
Sugar – 1 tsp
Corn Flour – 1 tsp
Tomato Sauce – As desired
Director’s Message
Yearly surface temperature compared to the 20th-century average from 1880–2022. Blue bars indicate cooler-than-average years; red bars show warmer-than-average years. NOAA Climate.gov graph, based on data from the National Centers for Environmental Information.
- Earth’s temperature has risen by an average of 0.14° Fahrenheit (0.08° Celsius) per decade since 1880, or about 2° F in total.
- The rate of warming since 1981 is more than twice as fast: 0.32° F (0.18° C) per decade.
- 2022 was the sixth-warmest year on record based on NOAA’s temperature data.
- The 2022 surface temperature was 1.55 °F (0.86 °Celsius) warmer than the 20th-century average of 57.0 °F (13.9 °C) and 1.90 ˚F (1.06 ˚C) warmer than the pre-industrial period (1880-1900).
- The 10 warmest years in the historical record have all occurred since 2010.
https://www.climate.gov/news-features/understanding-climate/climate-change-global-temperature
Olive Fried Rice
Ingredients:
Preserved Olive Vegetable – 2 tbps
Carrot – 1 cup
Egg – 2
Lettuce – 3 cups (as desired)
Pepper – a dash
Oil – 2 tbsp
Mushroom Flose (as desired)
Rice – 2 pax
VegoFest 2023
The much-anticipated VegoFest 2023 on 15th October was a resounding success, and Nurtureland was proud to be a part of this incredible celebration of vegetarianism and community.
Hosted by the Vegetarian & Cultural Association Incorporated (VCAI), VegoFest is a one-day event that not only promotes the values behind vegetarianism but also fosters a sense of love, nurture, and connection among its attendees. We were thrilled to set up our stall at this meaningful event, offering two scrumptious items on our menu: vegetarian chicken rice and waffles. In addition to numerous vegetarian/vegan food stalls, the event featured live performances and activities, bringing people together to share in the joy of a healthy lifestyle.
Nurtureland was honoured to share our delicious vegetarian creations with the enthusiastic crowd, and we were inspired by the warmth of the community.
A Recap of our “One Heart One Aspiration” Event
It was a week filled with culinary delights, newfound friendships, and a shared commitment to a greener planet. Nurtureland’s “One Heart One Aspiration” event in Melbourne from September 16th to 22nd, 2023, was a true celebration of the joys of vegetarianism and an educational journey for all involved.
The event kicked off with an ice breaker on Day 1, allowing participants from various corners of the globe to get to know one another. With attendees representing different cultures and backgrounds, the exchange of stories and experiences was inspiring. It became clear that the common thread uniting us all was a passion for vegetarianism and a desire to promote diverse vegetarian recipes.
Days 2 to 4 were dedicated to hands-on cooking sessions, where participants rolled up their sleeves and shared their culinary knowledge. The kitchen was a vibrant hub of activity, with the sizzle of ingredients, the aroma of spices, and the laughter of new friends blending seamlessly. From classic dishes to innovative creations, the exchange of recipes and techniques was invaluable.
The heart of this event was not just in the delicious dishes that were created but in the connections formed. Participants bonded over a shared love for vegetarian cuisine, discovering the beauty of meat-free dishes, and the endless possibilities they offer.
Days 5 and 6 provided participants with the chance to explore the vibrant city of Melbourne. The sightseeing tour allowed attendees to experience the rich cultural diversity and scenic beauty of this stunning city, reinforcing the idea that embracing vegetarianism can be both a gastronomic and ethical journey.
As the event drew to a close on Day 7, participants departed from Melbourne with full hearts, new friendships, and a reinvigorated commitment to the cause of vegetarianism. The “One Heart One Aspiration” event was a testament to the fact that by embracing a vegetarian diet, we can make a positive impact on our planet. It demonstrated that we can come together, regardless of our backgrounds, with one heart and one aspiration to work towards a more sustainable future.
Teriyaki Tofu
Ingredients:
Firm Tofu – 1 pack
Seaweed (for wrapping)
Corn Flour (for dipping)
Sauce Ingredients:
Light Soy Sauce – 1.5 tbsp
Vegetarian Oyster Sauce – 1 tbsp
Black Pepper – a dash
Sugar – 0.5 tbsp
Corn Flour – 0.5 tbsp
Water – 0.5 cup
Fried Enoki Mushroom
Ingredients:
Enoki Mushrooms – 400g
Low gluten (cake) flour – 120g
Corn Starch – 12g
Egg – 1
Salt Pepper Powder – 25g
Water – 240ml
Oil
Director’s Message
The world is now likely to breach a key climate threshold for the first time within the next five years, according to the World Meteorological Organization, due to a combination of heat-trapping pollution and a looming El Niño.
Global temperatures have soared in recent years as the world continues to burn planet-warming fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas. And that trend shows no sign of slowing. In its annual climate update, the WMO said that between 2023 and 2027, there is now a 66% chance that the planet’s temperature will climb above 1.5 degrees Celsius of warming above pre-industrial levels for at least one year.
As temperatures surge, there is also a 98% likelihood that at least one of the next five years – and the five-year period as a whole – will be the warmest on record for the planet, the WMO reported.
We can do our part by taking on vegetarian diets for good.
https://edition.cnn.com/2023/05/17/world/global-warming-breach-wmo-climate-intl
世界氣象組織表示，由於溫室氣體排放和逼近的厄爾尼諾現象的結合，未來五年內世界很可能首次突破關鍵的氣候閾值。隨著全球持續燃燒如煤、油和天然氣等造成地球變暖的化石燃料，全球氣溫近年來急劇上升，而這種趨勢並未顯示減緩的跡象。在其年度氣候報告中，世界氣象組織指出，在2023年至2027年期間，地球溫度有66%的機率至少在一年內升高至工業化前水平上升1.5攝氏度以上。
隨著溫度激增，世界氣象組織報告指出，未來五年中至少有一年，以及整個五年期間，有98%的可能性成為有紀錄以來地球上溫度最高的年份。
我們可以做出貢獻，長期採取素食為主的飲食。
Vegetarian Hokkien Mee (Singapore-style)
Ingredients:
Hokkien Noodle (yellow wheat noodles) and Vermicelli (rice noodles) – 300g
Plant-based sliced meat or prawn – 10 pcs
Sliced Mushrooms – 2 pcs
Chinese Cabbage – 2 stalks
Carrot – 5 slices
Bean Sprouts – 25g
Egg – 1
Vegetarian Oyster Sauce – 1/2 tbsp
Soy Sauce – 1 tsp
Mushroom Seasoning – 1/2 tsp
Pepper – a dash
Oil – 2 tsp
Water – 1 cup
Tea Appreciation Class (2nd Run)
We held our Tea Appreciation class for the second time in July, inviting a new group of participants to learn about the health and wellness benefits that come with savouring Chinese tea. It was an enlightening session that let participants get hands-on with the intricate process of tea brewing.