Finally Starting a New Home Project, Wild Garlic Soup, Organic Vegan Food Haul

[@p.s.itsaudrey]

It's so true with male comedians! Yes, you can joke about anything but there is a difference between the target of a joke and the subject of a joke! My roommate used to take me to her comedy shows and some of the men that would make "jokes" (thinly veiled bullying) were just appalling... I'm glad you found a good male comedian. Also, thank you so much for everything you share! You are such a role model for me (26, from Canada!) and especially with talking openly about hormones and things that we really weren't taught as girls. Also I'm not vegan, but since following you I have massively reduced my meat consumption and I don't really miss it, it has become more of a treat than a staple in my diet and that is down to you! Thank you for everything you do, Audrey🍁

[@ggguillemette1375]

I love your vlogs, for some reason they help me get off my butt and do stuff! Yesterday I watched the last one and it made me clean the whole appartment and do laundry, and today I'm launching this one to watch/listen to while I cook for the week. Feels like catching up with a friend while doing "chores"!

[@lynseypeters]

I love crumpets and Alex's look delicious. Red is definitely your colour, against your hair and fair skin is just beautiful. The dress from the vintage shop was gorgeous on you too ❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you so much you’re so sweet!

The holes are engineered for butter 😂😂😂 oh Alex your sense of humour is 👌🏼

[@MadeleineOlivia]

🤣

[@JenJen-ve4di]

Hi I adore ur videos but it makes me literally crack up so much (in the most positive way possible 💫) the amount of times you say “Ill put it on the screen” and then forgetting 🤭 please dont start doing it more, makes me smile each time ;) also, thx for the spot-on speeches about listening to your body, comedy, and periods, yes to everything!!

[@silverfaith]

Watching your videos have now become my Sunday evening routine :). You got me motivated to start renovating my house and working on the garden, which is awesome! Thanks for that :). Spent a good chunk of time in the garden yesterday, and that felt great. Your honesty about mental health stuff really hits home for me. Have an amazing week xxx

[@nilakshiroy6]

I’m glad you share podcasts with us as I’m not the one who usually goes and finds out what I’m eating and what it’s worth. I should, I know, but I don’t, so I’m glad you do! It’s one of the things I always look forward to in your vlogs!

[@shirleytx7]

Yes please do share making butter etc. I tried making vegan cheese for the first time yesterday and I am amazed how good it tastes. Really want to make more of my own food.

[@callydecherd]

I love your vlogs so much. They're my actual favorite thing to watch on the internet

[@MadeleineOlivia]

This has made my day

[@Alis-Nicola]

I think the term you were looking for is “mirepoix” for the onions, carrots and celery. Mille feuille is thin sheets of layered flaky pastry like you get in a vanilla slice 😊 xx

[@lpoling4063]

Can I just add I’ve enjoyed your calming music added to your videos. Very calming. Thank you

[@nicolaattwood2886]

Podcasts I'm enjoying are "How to fail" with Elizabeth Day, "Waking the Dog" with Emily Dean, "Piece of Cake" with Greg Wallace, "Just one thing" with Michael Moseley... love seeing Roxie and the renovations on your house and the beautiful Cornish countryside x

[@AliceInBoogieWonderland]

In Italy we call the mix of carrots, celery and onions “soffritto” 😊

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Yes!!!

[@TeresaGuerrero115]

my recommendation is to create the house you want to live in. It's just paint you can always touch it up!

[@josandham7844]

Love these long vlogs, I use them to workout to at the gym!

[@gracem30]

When I workout in the morning I eat a small snack before, even if I’m not hungry. Then I have breakfast after. Just keep it simple and don’t overthink when you eat.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Overthinking is my favourite hobby apparently haha. This is good advice thank you!

[@emilymhatton]

I'm the same, I eat something to line my stomach usually a banana as I respond well to them, then have a meal afterwards. Can't stand the bloated or sloshing feeling if eating before a workout

[@laurawilliamson888]

Try a hand full of nuts before going in the gym. Just enough to sustain you

[@chizzler2248]

Loved your polka dot dress, looks great and 2nd hand even better! The soup looked delicious!

[@carissaguse2377]

It is probably different for everyone. The advise I was given, eat a banana whole or half before working out, then eat high protein after working out. Maybe a protein shake would be good as well for the drive home? Glad you are feeling great!

[@ginacrusco234]

She cooks, he bakes. How marvelous! I always learn something from you, and today's tidbit was using cashews to thicken the soup.

[@francesandrews5506]

Crumpets look amazing. Turn heat down little lower to stop them burning. I love making crumpets, I make sourdough ones. Silicone egg rings work brilliantly too. Just brush with melted spread . Loved the vlog 😍

[@leannegraham5240]

Maddy that lipstick colour when you were talking about your hair health is GORG!! looks so good on you

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you so much!!

[@emma5698]

Love the slate blue colour! Congrats on getting started with the painting, it's already looking great. Podcast recommendations: Zoe Science & Nutrition, The Doctor's Kitchen, Feel Better Live More. I used to listen to many more podcasts but my baby and toddler don't give me time any more 😂 so that's about all i can come up with! P.s. your hair is looking really lovely atm, inspiring me to make more effort with mine

[@catherinewoodhead751]

I love making soup as it quick, easy and full of goodness. I tend to add butter beans for protein as when I blitz the soup you wouldn’t know they are there (for my non vegan husband).

[@TheSoundsInside]

My gym routine currently is: Protein shake when I wake up Breakfast at 11/12 (so basically lunch lol) Gym mid afternoon Tea at 17 But I totally get that many people can’t or don’t want to go to the gym mid afternoon. And I probably won’t in future when it has to fit around a different job, but that’s what I do now. 😊

[@rebeccagreen692]

The crumpets look amazing!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Don’t they!!

[@raemarie4412]

You can leave the avocado in the brown paper bag, it helps ripen faster 😊 My mom taught us that when we were younger with bananas.

[@marykelley782]

Love the idea of freezing half the soup. Great idea for a day when you're on the go and don't have the time to cook❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Exactly! Meal prep dream!

[@rebekah3483]

Mirepoix: onion, celery, carrot/ the base to most soups

[@irismeeow]

i've been cubing tofu, then frying it in some oil with paprika, garlic powder, tiny bit of harissa, a bit of stock powder and soy sauce, then i put that to the side and add it to soup at the very end. such a great addition to my soups (i love soup) one of my favourites recently has been a chunky potato and carrot soup with tofu and lentils (or peas)

[@JLee-pc2vc]

For breakouts, a tiny speck of antibacterial cream like you'd use if you cut your finger or something (not ointment) will clear it fast!

[@suzettebristol3683]

I make a big pot of soup and freeze it in individual sized bowls. I the then pop them out and package them so that I can pop them in the oven when I get home from work. Great video!

[@milla7284]

I LOVE watching these long vlogs twice a week!! Can't even verbalise how comforting returning to your videos has been lately with my mental health struggles, so thank you

[@lindsayhudkins9027]

I completely agree about what you said about comedy. It's true about art in general, I think, and gets to the question of - what is the purpose and function of art? If it is, as I believe it to be, a creative act that moves us forward or more toward light than darkness, then it must never poke at what is vulnerable or marginalized. If it pokes at anything, it should be abusive power and authority. Thanks for your thoughts!

[@josandham7844]

Really enjoy Diary of a CEO, especially the one on calories. Also love Dr Frankie.

[@michellehooper661]

Lovely vlog, really like the shed colour, going to be nice. I also love mushrooms, I like humous with mushrooms on sour bread toasted and a dash of paprika and black pepper on top - tastes so yummy! Those crumpets look amazing! Have a great week ❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Wow sounds delicious!

[@kimberlymerritt1682]

Love your vintage shop dress! So flattering! I'd have it made in lots of colors and patterns if you can find someone. And the Parma Grey will look lovely. Inspiring video once again!

[@NTHodges]

Wow that's so much beautiful food - you're so blessed to be able to afford all that!

[@bonnieolson80]

Not boring….beautiful!👍…using blues because you’re “by the sea” makes so much sense and sounds very very pretty. Love you two! ❤️i just edited this and half disappeared 😮 so need to say Alex, i LOVE butter too and your crumpets looked delightful.and i did say your wild garlic soup looked fabulous too, Maddie!…im not familiar with wild garlic! Need to research that. It sounds wonderful….thank you for another fun video.❤️

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you!

[@annnna7397]

When I work out in the mornings, I have to eat, otherwise I faint which is unpleasant... :') But similarly to you, I'm not hungry when I wake up. You can just have a quick snack: I have a banana with some yoghurt and flax seeds or a bit of peanutbutter and that's usually enough to keep me going and then have breakfast after. Or just make a small portion of overnight oats to have first thing in the morning about 45-30min before the workout so it's not too much food, but enough to give your body some sugar and protein. I hope this helps! :)

[@Lexdala]

Just a little advice on the cleanser, shea butter can actually be very pore clogging! :( i had a spf once with it and my acne got so much worse because i didnt know at that time. There are actually many skincare ingredient checkers you can use to check your products! Changed my skin for the better🥰♥️but use what you like,dear

[@chrissiehart22]

I 100% agree I'm 48 and suffered really badly with my periods from a very young age (pain, cramps, tiredness etc) had loads of tests and loads of different pills including HRT. I would have to have time off work it was that bad. Been vegan 3years and couldn't believe the difference. Xx

[@stefaniegalea6810]

I’m the same. Used to climb the walls in pain ! Been plant based for just over a year and my periods have calmed down unbelievably. I also drink raspberry leaf tea on the lead up to it ! X

[@chrissiehart22]

@@stefaniegalea6810 I find increasing leafy green veg helps as I contains patassium I think which helps. I wonder if someone would have told me this 10 or 15 yrs ago not eating animal products would help if I would have tried it. I was a veggie for a while but basically lack of knowledge held me back. Now everyone is so open and information is so readily available on the Internet. My family thought me being veggie just ment I didn't eat red meat

[@shellybell7240]

That dress is beautiful on you! I love similar styles on my own body shape!

[@mansoor3159]

Congratulations dear Madeleine on your new home project and We all are so so so happy for you and I will support you so so so much❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥹🥹🥹🥹

[@babyshinx]

I used to struggle with fasted workouts as well, I'd feel lightheaded and weak, and having proper breakfast would leave me feeling sick to my stomach. I found out that low volume + high carb before works for me. That way there's not a huge meal sloshing around in your stomach, but your body has a quick energy source to break down to prevent the fatigue. My typical go to is a banana, fruit pouches, or honestly sometimes just a small handful of cereal or a chocolate bar. These probably won't work for longer workouts or heavy cardio, but I usually lift for 45-60 minutes, so it's just fine since I'll have a proper breakfast afterwards.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Think this will be my plan moving forward!

[@suzy7645]

That Wild Garlic you have is called Ramps or wild leeks in the US & Canada, grows wild in eastern US & Canada.

[@beccasabaka8116]

And we have to be pretty restricted (or self-aware) when picking it because it isn’t very common. The amount you get to just forage astounds me! Wow 🤩 soup looks DELISH

[@irismeeow]

the crumpets look perfect

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Another awesome vlog Madeleine with 😋 food. Alex obviously is a good talented baker and Madeleine appreciates it. Like the red top(red is my favourite colour). Love ❤️Alex & 💕 Madeleine.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

He is so talented!

[@jillbork2683]

You could do a darker blue on the bottom ( kinda like a wainscotting look )

[@northwoodfalls1403]

I find I need to have a bit of carbs in my system before a resistance workout, but I can’t eat a lot or my stomach goes off. I save the protein for after the workout. I, personally, prefer to do cardio first thing in the morning, fasted, but resistance, for whatever reason, I seem to do better if I do it a bit later in the day. I typically don’t eat anything in the evening (it disturbs my sleep if I do) but if I know I’m going to be pushing harder the next day, I will eat something carb focused the evening before. Not a ton, just like a top off. The dress is beautiful and really suits you. Excellent find! The blue on the shed is also lovely. I think you were exactly right to go with it. It seems the blue harmonizes really well with the light there. It looks so fresh now 😊

[@kecrn4132]

Oh my goodness! Can you post Alex’s bread and crumpet and Pita recipes for us?

[@emilycarr2983]

That red sweater looks super nice on you! (Haha I made this comment before you talked about it later in the vlog. It definitely really suits you!) (Okay, I'm back to comment a third time haha--I love that dress too! So lovely!)

[@heyajoy]

Maddie what's the Vegan Omega3 they recomended? Need to get some! Also take a look at my very favorite vegan protein company, all based and grown in Austria. Its called Schalk Muehle. They are so clean and absolutely delicious. I recommend the toasted pumpkin seed protein. I even love it raw in overnight oats. Btw Ato Berlin is amazing fair/vegan clothing for you to get jeans! I'm 6ft (183 tall) and they make them so long and stretchy and lovely. Enjoy!

[@ericahempenstall7405]

I just started wild nutrition b12 with beetroot powder 3 days ago because no was feeling very tired. I’m a vegetarian but eat little dairy also. I was looking for something with no bulking or caking agents so I researched and wild nutrition came up tops. They are a little expensive, 30 tablets for €18.99 but I still would rather put that into my body than chemicals.❤

[@clove4240]

Wild health is a great podcast

[@ziridearis5065]

I think the air wrap is the biggest scam. Doesn’t do anything to anyone but everybody talks about it. If I pay 800$ for a hair dryer I don’t have to find ways to make it work. It has to do the job straight away!!!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Haha true it is frustrating sometimes but I still use and enjoy it!

[@josandham7844]

It is very expensive, but whilst it definitely doesn’t work for everyone it does work for a lot of people so saying it doesn’t ‘to anyone’ isn’t accurate. It can take some people longer to learn how to use it though. Each to their own!

[@ziridearis5065]

@@josandham7844 online, many will say it works great cause they wanna or already work with Dyson. In real life, I agree. It has nothing to do with the technique it’s the nature of the hair.

[@lilah5324]

Hi Maddie, I'm sure you've looked into this but I've heard painting brick can result in issues with damp. Just wanted to mention that in case you want to look into it. Also, that dress on you is fantastic!

[@julielparks1304]

I never like to eat breakfast until I’ve been up about 2 1/2-3 hrs. But before a workout, I always need a little something so I find that half (or whole) banana, small pc of toast, or an apple is just enough to keep my energy up and hunger down.

[@stephanieleyers5596]

Hi Madeleine! Just wanted to say that it is not so bad to feel a bit hungry during a workout.. if you don’t feel hungry when you wake up, you shouldn’t eat because it goes against the intuitive eating. I’m studying about the effect of food on our body and in an evolutionary way our bodies are not used to have food in our stomach while moving, because as predators we were looking for food when we were hungry and we can go long without food. It actually gives your body a bit of an alertness and a boost if you workout on an empty stomach. As long as you feel good enough and don’t overdo yourself. And you can definitely replenish your body with food afterwards. If it feels better to have a little snack, shake or banana for example, surely to that. But don’t be worried about feeling hungry while working out and to challenge your body. Your body will get used to it as well and our bodies can handle much more than you think! 😊

[@Maria.H26]

I feel like you would enjoy making a batch of homemade oat/granola bars to grab for a quick snack/breakfast before morning workouts 🥰 Long time viewer, love your content

[@sadiemiller1780]

I was going to suggest the same thing!

[@LavenderJergens]

Mirepoix. The holy trinity. Onion, carrot, celery.

[@lindagent9831]

Hi Maddie, you are such a glamorous woman. Beautiful inside and out. Never forget it. Peace 🧚

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Such another lovely vlog Maddie. Alex should open up a bakery. ❤❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Maybe one day!

[@StephL1111]

How you managed to eat such a filling- stick to your bones- breakfast and still go to workout is impressive. All I want to do after that kind of meal is sit on the couch. Before the gym, I need to eat a much smaller portion like a protein drink with 1/2 piece of buttered toast; or 1/2 a banana with nut butter, etc. Save the big breakfast for after!!

[@georgiarannard6547]

If your not hungry before the gym maybe toast (or Alex’s crumpet ) peanut butter and banana or apple or yogurt bowl

[@irismpd]

I love your vlogs 🌼

[@LaFarmhouse]

another fantastic vlog☕️🥐🪻🌿

[@Whimsyandwisteria]

I ordered a fair few wild garlic bulbs after seeing your soup on your Instagram story so thankyou for showing us how you made it 😂🌿🖤

[@holymolyforever8730]

Love the vlogs!

[@momentmemos]

The painting part was sooo satisfying

[@MadeleineOlivia]

It was pleasing to watch it back!

[@patriziadelorenzis378]

Shouldn't the out walls be power washed before painting? I' m no expert, but I've bene seeing it done a lot down here. Greetings from the south.😌

[@MadeleineOlivia]

We did power wash them! I know it doesn’t look it, but that stained colour was really stuck on there haha

[@amiestepp5270]

Podcast recs: Maintenance Phase, Ologies, You’re Wrong About. Maintenance Phase debunks certain health and wellness trends. They’re all well researched!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Ooh thanks for the recs!!

[@elizabethemmerson4295]

Lidl’s yeast extract is very close to Marmite!

[@de-annewaters2632]

Omg I need to know what crumpet recipe you used. I've tried it a bunch of times and I can't make it work

[@loulou3786]

I wish I had your energy ❤❤❤

[@MadeleineOlivia]

I’ll say it’s the vegan diet 💁🏻‍♀️

[@SimpleScottishLiving]

Yes to that red 😍

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you!

[@francineh.7825]

I really like the paint colour! I've had a weird thing happen regarding sugar - about 4 months ago it started affecting my breathing so now I can't eat it... very sad I can't eat any cake!! My doctor can't figure it out. I've been using maple syrup as a sweetener in my tea so thank goodness I can use that.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Oh wow that’s so odd! It may not be permanent. But maybe there are some positives that can come from it by eliminating refined sugar!

[@francineh.7825]

​@@MadeleineOliviaYes oh absolutely there are positives. Once you physically can't have it you begin to realize how much sugar is in everything.

[@marinkaschulz6648]

Girl go for Magnesium (for sleep and overall i recommend magnesium glycinate, cause magnesium is not just like magnesium there are so many different ones) and ashwaganda in the evening. it helped with my sleep SO MUCH. and on top, i always suffered SO bad with period cramps, it was not even funny, i was on 6 ibuprofen a day on my second day of my period. and i am not joking, ever since i took my magnesium every night the cramps and pain STOPPED!

[@marinkaschulz6648]

I also have ADHD and i am now totally into the supplement game if you need any advise hit me up. omega 3, L-tryptophan and lions mane helped me so much with my work flow and focus.

[@TheSoundsInside]

“Someone said ‘Are they English muffins?’ and that is offensive to English people.” 😆 I feel you! 😁😅

[@LadyWild]

Agnus Castus got rid of my PMDD within three cycles (I was seeking NHS help for it before hand and had BAD experiences) I'm not a health practitioner but I would recommend looking into it for anyone with PMDD :)

[@jennyjohnson9012]

Alex should be a master baker. He'd give Paul Hollywood a run for his money. The bread and now those crumpets are amazing. He missed his vocation lol xx

[@fleurmp3820]

Can you link the crumpet recipe please?

[@alealeale79]

Wow Maddie I really relate to the bit about stand up comedy making me feel uncomfortable sometimes...I prefer female comedians these days ❤ loving your vlogs so much😊 Ps. Curious to know how Ask Italian was

[@eunicesousa829]

Can I send you a bit of my sourdough starter? Alex would rule it for sure! 😅

[@hlashite85]

While I know there are lots of benefits to supplements, the truth is each person is going to metabolise and utilise each differently. I wish more nutritionists would mention this. I suffered for so long with fibroids and took so many supplements hoping it would help. It’s only when I varied my diet and exercise to the different phases of my menstrual cycle that things felt better. Particularly with exercise, if it’s the week before my cycle I don’t do cardio or raise my heart rate as it’s not helpful to the hormones I need to nurture at that time.

[@itsgabriellawestwood]

I’m so jealous of people ashwaganda works for. It gives me night terrors every time!

[@emilydahl3707]

Red is really your colour!!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you!

[@flgirl9128]

I can't work out with a full stomach. If I do eat, it has to be an 1 hour before and only a banana. When I come home, then I'll have a bigger breakfast. Btw, red is your color. Beautiful on you !! LOL

[@shadivakilian5086]

Behind the brilliance podcast

[@Ykoz2016]

😂😂😂 Yes, english muffins are American. We don’t really have crumpets (not impossible to find but definitely specialty and not carried in the average supermarket ), but those are our version of them. I’ve never researched the history but I wouldn’t be surprised if it came from an American attempt at copying crumpets (you know, those English muffins?) and coming out different . I’m 99 percent sure there is a shared history there. And yes, the classic breakfast at McDonald’s is the egg McMuffin which is sausage and egg on an English muffin. We also use them in eggs Benedict. But also on the side with butter and jam. But all in all, a breakfast bread. I lived in London last year as a vegan and missed crumpets with clotted cream (which I tried years before I was vegan). So my favorite breakfast last year was toasted sourdough crumpets topped with vanilla soy yogurt (instead of cream) and jam, and waiting for the yogurt to seep through the holes. Absolutely delicious 🥰

[@32446]

In the UK we don’t call them English muffins. They are just called muffins.

[@amiestepp5270]

A very quick google search tells us that English muffins were created by a British expat living in New York City. He sought to create a a thinner, pre-cut crumpet.

[@thebacklot9009]

I vote dye the cardi that rich charcoal grey of your hat😻

[@thebacklot9009]

also @MadeleineOlivia, on the offchance you're unaware, be sure to watch out for poisonous Lords & Ladies, & Lilly of the Valley when foraging wild garlic - they wont have that pungent garlic smell but love to grow amongst it xx

[@itchystitchy]

Mirepoix?

[@rebekah3483]

When do you start work in the office when everyone is there? Just curious how you do it!

[@glennwing4214]

In the US, there is a food called English muffins, which isn't a crumpet or a muffin. It's a bit bigger than a crumpet, and has holes on the inside but not on the surface. Mostly, people eat them at breakfast, although not frequently. Why we call them English I have no idea, except that we're quite ignorant about what people in other countries actually eat. And even more ignorant about their politics... I know you don't do politics on your channel, but it might help to explain briefly why calling them English would be offensive. Otherwise, we'll just continue to be ignorant and unintentionally offensive.... News from across the pond isn't broadcast on most American media news or radio news, and it's often so filled with lies these days that many fo us have cut way back on watching or listening. Very few people think this is good, but that's the only way to keep your sanity right now. Not good.

[@lilibethbeltran3045]

Spray water first in the wall

[@teresapaskell5459]

Dress = lovely on you ❤️

[@irismeeow]

28:03 wow that dress is incredible

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you so much!

[@kathleenbefittwell]

I highly recommend The Proof podcast with Simon Hill for evidence-based nutrition, fitness, mental health, and women's health information.

[@malice41414]

English muffins and crumpets are different in the US. Yes, he's right Mcdonald's uses English muffins in their breakfast McMuffin. It's an American thing. :D

[@Rrobynjoyce01]

You shouldn't be offended by the english muffin question; I've been to England and see what Brits think American food is, and I was appalled. Also, 99% of Americans will never leave the U.S. and will never learn of other cultures, and this is the only way people will learn, is ask questions. Just a thought.

[@janr2133]

I fast until noon or after. Did you know that Kellog the cereal company is the one that popularized the saying ‘breakfast is the most important meal of the day’. They needed people to eat their products! In fact carbs are the worst thing to start your day. They spike your blood sugar and make you crash about an hour later.

I think go to the gym early and get it out of the way. If you are not hungry don’t eat. If you get hungry at the gym, busy yourself with your workout and the hunger will go away. Eat after the gym when you get home and relax with a nice nutritious breakfast 😋