10 things to look out for in our April issue

Spring has officially sprung and we have a beautiful issue for you jam-packed with Easter bakes, healing holidays and calming cuppas – enjoy!

1. Honestly Jessica

From Hollywood screen siren to founder of a billion-dollar business, there’s no stopping this natural beauty. Alba reveals the secrets to juggling a successful career and home life, plus why a good smoothie, some hot yoga and a handful of popcorn keeps her on the straight and narrow. Find the full interview on page six.

2. Cook the Cover

This month’s cover star comes from Niomi Smart’s book Eat Smart brings together two spring colours in the picture-perfect blend of sweet raspberry and tart lemon. Get ready to wow your friends with this raw, vegan showstopper! Find the recipe on page 13. Plus, Niomi shares her natural beauty routine with us on page 69.

3. Sup!

We’ve added an Ethical Style supplement free with this month’s issue where we shine the spotlight on the environmentally conscious brands to buy into this spring with some great discounts, too. Plus, we’re pleased to announce the launch of our very first Ethical Style Awards!

4. Our Daily Bread

Filling your home with the scent of homemade bread is a well-known trick for instant domesticated smugness! Bring your family and friends around the kitchen table with three delicious bakes from Rachel Allen including her three-seed pumpernickel and cinnamon bun cluster. Find the recipes on page 18.

5. Sweets for my Sweet

We’ve been chatting to Olivia Wollenberg, founder of Livia’s Kitchen, to find out what she’ll be making to satisfy her sweet tooth this Easter. Find the full interview and recipe on page 44.

6. All About That Bake

We all know that Mary Berry is the queen of baking and she’s back again, just in time to help you bake an Easter showstopper. Find the recipes on page 31.

7. My Day in Food

This month we’ve been talking overnight oats, nut butter and fajita Fridays with The Mindful Chef duo, Myles Hopper and Giles Humphries. Find the full interview on page 75.

8. Healing Holidays

Ready to experience just how wonderful your body can really feel? Join Veggie, as we embark on a tour of the best health retreats, that’ll leave your body and mind nourished, refreshed and revitalised. Find our retreat recommendations on page 83.

9. The Weekend Project

We’ve treated you to a step-by-step guide to handcraft your own Easter eggs – plus, they’re vegan too, so perfect for the whole family. Find the recipe on page 90.

10. Win Over £10,800 of Veggie Prizes

Vote for your favourite vegetarian brands in the Veggie Awards, and you’ll be entered into our incredible £6,500 prize draw, which includes a juice cleanse retreat for two, one of 20 pairs of tickets to VeggieWorld and vouchers to spend at LEON, Beaumont Organic and Lakeland! vegetarianrecipesmag.com/awards/2017

Plus, enter this month’s giveaways for a chance to win a selection of fabulous prizes from ethical style goodies to a spa break at Ragdale Hall... vegetarianrecipesmag.com/giveaways