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Decluttering kids toys

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Decluttering kids toys - How to have 80% fewer toys and spend 80% less time cleaning up the toys and don't end up with a cluttered mess. Decluttering kids toys Before we started decluttering kids toys, I used to have this argument with my husband... Husband: (after cleaning up the toys for 30 minutes) ‘They […]

How to make cinnamon sugar

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How to make cinnamon sugar that is perfect for topping cakes cakes, donuts and desserts or even a delicious hot chocolate. The smell of cinnamon always instantly makes me think of my Grandma. When I started working for myself and had a flexible mid-week schedule, I used to take her out every couple of weeks […]

Quick and easy salad dressings

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A quick easy salad dressings that's nutritionist approved, vegan, dairy & gluten-free, nutritious, made of whole foods and delicious. Quick and easy salad dressings Salad used to be a dirty word for me. It was the days of the iceberg lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber and red onion smothered in some sort of vinaigrette. […]

Simple Substitutes

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Simple subtitutes for common ingredients so that you can have fewer items in your kitchen and still be able to make the same things. Simple Substitutes I’ve mentioned before why I’m not a huge fan of supermarkets. Tantruming kids (mine), waaay too much choice, clutter, buying things that weren’t on the list… want me to […]

Once a month shopping

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Once a month shopping - how to do the grocery shopping just once a month to save time, money and sanity (with free get-started guide). Once a month shopping Have you seen the movie ‘The Minimalists’? It’s pretty awesome. I’m going to go out on a limb here and say you’ll likely be like me […]

Glass jars in the kitchen

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Use recycled glass jars in the kitchen - they don't leach any potentially harmful chemicals into your food like plastic can and they're reusable. Glass jars in the kitchen Ooh these are just too cute. It was a breakfast buffet in Buenos Aires right at the beginning of a five-week trip around South America and […]

How not to make your pantry Pinterest-worthy

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How not to make your pantry Pinterest worthy - you don't need to have a Pinterest-type pantry for it to be organised and functional. Here's how to do it. How not to make your pantry Pinterest-worthy How not to have a Pinterest worthy pantry - stop thinking that you need a pantry full of matching, […]

Snow man Christmas gift tags with glitter

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Snow man Christmas gift tags with glitter - this is an easy craft project to add a handmade touch to your Christmas presents. Snow man Christmas gift tags with glitter Crafting may not be something I should take up full time, but what I lack in skill I make up for with enthusiasm and that […]

Summer must read list 2016

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Summer reading list - recommended books that you can enjoy during lucnh breaks at work, in the park or at home while your sipping coffee. Summer must read list 2016 You know what makes me happy? Ok there are a lot of things that make me happy but high up on that list is reading. […]

Turmeric latte

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Turmeric latte recipe - It's good for inflammation, great for digestion so enjoy this delicious and nourishing cup of goodness.

Once a month shopping

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A bit of a different post for me today...As you probably already know, I’m big on a few things and on top of everything is happy and healthy. I try and assess everything by these two - if it doesn’t make us happy or healthy then it doesn’t warrant attention. One thing that doesn’t make […]

Rainbow icing Pinata Birthday cake: the original surprise-inside

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Rainbow pinata cake combines two fabulous things - cake and candy. Make one for your next Birthday! Recipe in English & Spanish. Receta Ingles y Español. For at least a week I had the same after work routine. Come home, change into something more comfortable then mix up another batch of flour and water and […]

Blueberry and oat muffins (gluten & dairy free)

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Gluten and dairy free blueberry and oat muffins are delicious and simple. They're nutritious and perfect for breakfast or snacks. I once did a juice cleanse. It was that week that I discovered how much I really love food. The actual cleanse (I got a free trial from Schkinny Maninny) was pretty good. All the […]

Maple pumpkin and walnut pasta salad with chicken

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Maple pumpkin and walnut pasta salad with chicken, it’s got everything you need and really is a meal in itself. Eat it cold or warmed - either is delicious I never used to be a salad eater. Years ago salad to me was the good old lettuce leaves, some chopped tomato and cucumber drenched in […]

Beach ball piñata cake

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Beach ball piñata cake that's delicious and simple to make. Perfect for your child's birthday. It's going to be an absolute hit with the kids.

Low-calorie beef and vegetable meatloaf

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Low calorie beef and vegetable meatloaf recipe makes a simple, healthy & delicious dinner or lunch (freezes well too!). Meatloaf seems to have gotten itself a bad name in the past. I mean I guess it’s kind of legitimate seeing as it’s not the prettiest of meals is it? I struggled to make it look […]

Introducing solids to babies

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Introducing solids to babies doesn't have to be difficult or scary. Learn exactly (step-by-step) how to start your baby on solids from a nutritionist and mum. Introducing solids to babies From the moment he was born, my first baby has had a big appetite. He was a milk guzzler and I knew he’d be a […]

Choc orange and almond aka Jaffa cake

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Indulge in this delightful choc-orange and almond cake—rich, zesty, and perfect for an afternoon treat or special occasion. When my mum was pregnant with me she had quite a few friends with babies due all around the same time. One of my favourite old photos is of her lined up with three other pregnant friends […]

Carrot and banana cake with macadamia icing

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Looking for a cake that’s moist, packed with flavour, and topped with an irresistibly creamy icing? This Carrot and Banana Cake with Macadamia Icing is a must-try! A perfect blend of sweet, nutty, and wholesome, it’s the ultimate treat for any occasion. Sorry if this induces jealousy but as I write this post I am […]

Refined sugar free macadamia brittle

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Craving something sweet and crunchy without the refined sugar? This Macadamia Brittle is the perfect solution! Naturally sweetened and packed with golden, crunchy macadamias, it’s a healthier indulgence you can feel good about. Lately I forget things. Take Thursday night. I thought we’d have shredded beef burritos for dinner. That morning I popped the brisket […]

Pink quinoa salad with walnuts

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This is a bit of an embarrassing post to write. It happens to me sometimes and every time, until now, I have recovered from it. That’s not a bad record for 4.5 years of blogging but today, well today, I can’t for the life of me remember where this recipe came from. I have spent […]

Monkey jungle cake toppers

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I’m a cake girl. I totally agree with Julia Child and firmly believe that it isn’t a celebration without cake. My problem is deciding on the cake. Ollie’s Birthday cake had to be a monkey in some shape or form and not covered in fondant cause I wanted him to be able to eat it. […]

Apricot and coconut logs

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Delicious and easy apricot coconut logs made with just a few ingredients—a naturally sweet treat perfect for lunchboxes or snacks. ‘What would you like to see here?’ That’s the question I posed on the Facebook page a couple of weeks ago. There were lots of requests like quick, healthy dinners and easy snacks but another […]

Chocolate rum and raisin cake

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Indulge in a rich, chocolatey treat with a boozy twist! This Chocolate Rum & Raisin Cake is packed with plump, rum-soaked raisins and decadent chocolate – a perfect dessert for celebrations or just because. Every year, I am assigned the all-important task of making the Birthday cake for Guppy, my grandma, who this year turned […]

Overnight sourdough and golf and trucks

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If a stranger walked into my house tomorrow, I'm pretty sure they could successfully guess the gender of my child. This is the line up of trucks that lucky little Ollie got for his Birthday last weekend. I think we may need to get him a sand pit so he can use all his excavation […]

Green tomato salsa - Thermomix

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Whip up a zesty and flavour-packed Green Tomato Salsa in your Thermomix (or food processor) – perfect for dipping, spreading, or adding a fresh kick to any dish! I know, two posts in one day and the day after The Big One Year Old Birthday Party. Yes I'm a bit pooped but it was such […]

Vege couscous salad with feta

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Looking for a fresh, colourful, and satisfying salad? This Vege Couscous Salad with Feta is packed with vibrant veggies, fluffy couscous, and creamy feta for the perfect side dish or light meal. Hello, mother of a one year old here. My goodness it sounds weird then add I’m turning 30 in a few weeks and […]

Gluten free berry pancakes with macadamia

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Start your day with a burst of flavour! These Gluten-Free Berry Pancakes with Macadamias are light, fluffy, and packed with juicy berries and nutty macadamias – a healthy and delicious breakfast treat. Along with all the joy, having an almost one year old (one tomorrow!) does present its challenges. Our little man is a very […]

Happy 97th Birthday Guppy

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If you've been reading my blog for a while you will know that Australia Day is not just important around here for all the regular Aussie reasons. It is one of the most important days of the year because it is my grandma Guppy's Birthday and this year her 97th. This photo was taken just […]

The best ever healthy chocolate smoothie

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The best ever healthy chocolate smoothie - dairy, gluten and sugar free and super healthy. The perfect energy booster. This recipe has been a long time in the making. Let me take you back about a year to an instagram post. In my hand was the most delicious ‘chocolate’ smoothie I have ever had in […]

5 must have freezer items to help you survive the holidays

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If you’re anything like me then you have great intentions to be organised and ready for anything over the holidays but then somehow end up frazzled (I see you nodding your head). I have a few tricks to stay on top of things but one is keeping the freezer well-stocked. These are my top 5 […]

How to make chili peanuts - edible Christmas gift

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Looking for the perfect snack that’s bold, crunchy, and just the right amount of spicy? These chili peanuts are addictive in the best way possible – perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or an afternoon pick-me-up. I don't know whether I've ever told the story of how I came to be a blogger. A very long story […]

Beetroot flatbread

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Looking for a colourful and healthy twist on traditional flatbread? This beetroot flatbread adds a pop of colour, subtle sweetness, and a boost of nutrition to your table. It's easy to make and perfect for wraps, pizzas, or as a side. A pattern is starting to emerge whenever I give Ollie my new creations to try. […]

Chocolate strawberries and cream

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For those following the air-conditioning dilemma there was a breakthrough. Around midday on Tuesday I had someone in to look at the problem. He works with his dad who is at least well into his 70s and by his estimate, our ancient unit was about 30 years old and 'a bit like me... well past […]