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Wake up to a vacation: Tips for a sustainable night train trip

Wake up to a vacation: Tips for a sustainable night train trip

Eco-friendly and comfortable travel through Europe? Night trains and sleeping cars are making a big comeback. Board in the evening and wake up to a vacation. And with the knowledge that you’ve reduced your carbon footprint. If you like the sound of this, check out…

15 Tips for Sustainable Travel in 2024 – From travelers, sustainability professionals and tourism experts

15 Tips for Sustainable Travel in 2024 – From travelers, sustainability professionals and tourism experts

Eighty-three percent of travelers consider sustainable travel important, but only one in three actually practices it. The German Federal Environment Agency confirms that 62% of travelers want environmentally and/or socially responsible vacations. To help you turn your good intentions into reality, we have partnered with…

Sustainable city trips in Europe

Sustainable city trips in Europe

Spring is coming. After social distancing for the past two years, isn’t this a good time to enjoy sitting in cafés and breathe some city air?

One positive effect of the pandemic is the rapidly increasing demand for sustainable alternatives when traveling. Many of the things you should consider when traveling to rural areas also apply to city trips. Two points are particularly important in your planning of your sustainable city trip : the choice of the accommodation and the means of transport. For the journey, choose climate-friendly means of transport if possible. Most major cities in Europe are well-connected to the rail network. This means you can travel in a climate-friendly way and arrive relaxed at your destination. Cities are best explored on foot, by bike or by public transport.

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Floating above it all – Remarkable roof terraces of Green Pearls® Hotels

Floating above it all – Remarkable roof terraces of Green Pearls® Hotels

On vacation, the ultimate goal is to relax and leave your everyday life behind. In order to see things from a different perspective, it’s worth taking a look at your own life from above; and these wonderful roof terraces of the Green Pearls® Hotel are…

Tropical wood in Bavaria? No thanks!

Tropical wood in Bavaria? No thanks!

Planning a vacation the appearance of the accommodation is as decisive for me as the location. This probably applies to you as well 🙂 The architecture of the lodging is significant not only for our well-being, but is also a criterion for the sustainable features…

 

Cake recipe with chamomile tea and no eggs

Here are a few special features of the recipe—don’t worry, though; it’s super easy, just not your run-of-the-mill lemon cake:

Organic spelt flour instead of wheat flour: Spelt is considered more natural than wheat, is easier to digest, contains more minerals, and has a nutty flavor. It’s a conscious choice that benefits your health and the environment because spelt is usually easier to grow.

Oil instead of butter: Vegetable oil makes the dough moist, makes the cake vegan, and has a smaller carbon footprint than animal butter, which is considered one of the most climate-damaging foods.

Chamomile tea as a liquid: The biggest surprise is probably the use of freshly brewed chamomile tea. It makes the dough wonderfully moist and gives the cake a delicate, almost floral note. Tip: Let the tea steep well so that the aroma comes into its own. SANDnature uses “Smooth Operator” organic chamomile tea from the tea manufacturer Samova.

Turmeric for flavor and color: This “super spice” not only gives the cake a golden yellow color, but also adds light, exotic flavors.

 

A look inside SANDnature in Timmendorfer Strand on the Baltic Sea

The SANDnature Lifestylehotel is a place to breathe deeply. Adults only (ages 16 and up), it is designed with natural materials and a clear focus on sustainability. Located directly on the second row of the Baltic Sea, it is the perfect destination any time of year, whether you’re looking for a relaxing short break or an inspiring getaway. If you want to learn more, you can find tips for a sustainable weekend on the Baltic Sea or exciting impressions of a culinary journey here. Now, in the cooler season, the region captivates with its deserted beaches, perfect for long walks in the wind and salty air. Without the summer tourist crowds, SANDnature is the perfect place to relax and welcome the cozy season..

Smooth Lemon Cake Rezept

Smooth Lemon Cake

Delicious lemon cake from the SANDnature Hotel with oil, oat milk, and chamomile tea
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course dessert, cake
Cuisine European, german

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g Spelt flour organic
  • 2 TSP Baking powder organic
  • 150 g Sugar
  • 50 ml Maple syrup
  • 75 ml Canola or sunflower oil
  • 100 ml Oat milk
  • 100 ml Smooth Operator, brewed (Smooth Operator is an organic chamomile tea from the Samova brand)
  • 1 Organic lemon Juice and peel
  • 1/3 TSP Turmeric Grounded
  • 1/3 TSP Salt

Zuckerguss

  • 200 g Icing sugar
  • 4 TSP Lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F) on the convection setting
  • Mix the flour with the baking powder and salt
  • Add oat milk, lemon juice, oil, maple syrup, sugar, and brewed Smooth Operator chamomile tea (Samova). Mix everything together well
  • Add grated organic lemon zest and turmeric powder
  • Place the finished dough in a loaf pan lined with parchment paper
  • Baking time approx. 35 to 40 minutes at 180 °C (350 °F)
Keyword vegan baking