Sustainability made simple

Lorna P.

With a Bachelors degree in environmental conservation, Lorna from Norfolk, England has worked and volunteered in environmental education and countryside management for various NGOs in the UK. Her love of travel led her to teach English in Indonesia and in her free time she enjoys cooking for her family. Writing for Utopia enables Lorna to combine her two passions of environmentalism and the English language.


black tapioca pearls

How to Make Black Tapioca Pearls for Bubble Tea

Black tapioca pearls are a signature part of bubble tea, a sweet, milky drink that has become popular across the world. We'll show you how to make black tapioca pearls for bubble tea at home. Read more


bad breath remedy

9 Home Remedies for Bad Breath

Bad breath can happen to anyone, so it's useful to have a few natural remedies on hand to combat it. In this article, we'll cover nine simple home remedies for bad breath. Read more


Flyaway hair

Flyaway Hair: 6 Eco-Friendly Fixes

Flyaway hair can be difficult to tame and leave you feeling like your hair is uncontrollable. We'll show you six eco-friendly fixes to get your hair under control again. Read more


Homemade Gum: All Natural 5 Step Recipe.

Homemade Gum: All-Natural 4 Step Recipe

Homemade gum contains no artificial flavors, colors, or sweeteners whilst being deliciously chewable. We'll show you how to make it in five simple steps. Read more


Vegan carrot cake

Vegan Carrot Cake (+ Gluten-Free Option)

Vegan carrot cake can be served at parties or after dinner and is deliciously light, warm, and moist. Topped with vegan cream cheese and walnuts, you won't be able to resist. Read more


Carrot Pasta

Carrot Pasta: Step by Step Recipe for Vegan Pasta

Carrot pasta is delicious, sweet, creamy, and easy to make in under thirty minutes. This vegan pasta uses coconut milk in the sauce and is a great idea for a quick dinner. Read more


Vanilla bean paste substitute

Vanilla Bean Paste Substitute: 7 Options and How to Use Them

Vanilla bean past substitutes are handy for a number of recipes. When you can't get the real thing, these swaps will add that sweet vanilla taste to your baking. Read more


Pandan Juice

Pandan Juice and Pandan Extract: Recipes From Fresh or Frozen

Pandan juice and extract are made using the leaves of the pandan plant and can be used in baking to give dishes a sweet, fresh taste and smell. Learn how to make your own. Read more