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.


home remedies for mosquito bites

10 Natural Home Remedies for Mosquito Bites

Itchy, unsightly and uncomfortable: summer is bug biting season. Fortunately, there are several natural home remedies for mosquito bites you can use to treat them which use simple, easy-to-find ingredients. We'll show you how. Read more


The big list of Subway vegan options

The Big List of Subway Vegan Options + What to Order

When you need to grab a bite to eat while you're out, a vegan Subway could be the answer for you. We'll show you what vegan options there are. Read more


tamarind paste substitute

Tamarind Paste Substitute: 10 Alternatives & How to Use Them

Tamarind paste is used in Asian cuisine to give a sweet and sour kick, but don't worry if you can't find it in the store, we'll show you some similar tasting substitutes. Read more


Strawberry lasagna

Strawberry Lasagna: No-Bake Recipe

Strawberry lasagna is a layered, no-bake dessert, bursting with cream layers and a crunchy base. Indulge yourself and have fun making this beautiful, sweet dish. Read more


Cassava cake recipe

Creamy & Delicious Vegan Cassava Cake Recipe

Cassava cake is a popular creamy dessert in many Asian countries and only contains a few ingredients. We'll show you how to make this delicious, melt-in-your-mouth treat! Read more


coppicing

Coppicing: Benefits of the Traditional Woodland Management

Coppicing is a traditional woodland management technique where trees are cut at the base to allow new shoots to grow. We'll show you the benefits of coppicing and how it's done. Read more


sunchokes

Sunchokes: What They Are and How To Use Them

Sunchokes are tuber roots with a thin brown skin and white insides. They taste similar to potatoes but are slightly nuttier and sweeter. Learn how to cook them here. Read more


puffed rice recipe

Puffed Rice Recipe: How-To With Plain Rice & 5 Flavoring Ideas

Puffed rice is made from cooked rice which is then dried and fried to form puffed, crispy grains. You can eat it as a breakfast cereal to use it to make snacks like granola bars. Read more