During the warmer months when I find myself straying from my usual bowl of porridge (gasp!), I seem to alternate between bircher muesli and a smoothie bowl for breakfast. One of my favourite smoothie formulas is this chocolate, banana and pear combo, a refreshing...
On a Wednesday night, when the business of the weekend has settled, but the Monday-Friday routine is in full swing, a dinner that always makes its way to our table is pasta. In particular, this veggie-laden, mincemeat concoction is our go-to as it’s super simple to...
Quintessentially Australian, Anzac biscuits are an oaty, syrupy pleasure, adored by everyone from the top end right down to the south. A contentious issue among some however is...do you bake them chewy or with crunch? Personally, I’m a chewy girl myself, but I don’t...
While coleslaw is known for its summer salad vibes, I think it may have a place in the cooler months too. Today in Melbourne, for instance, it’s cold and rainy. But that hasn’t deterred me from whipping up a batch of this tangy, crunchy slaw, served generously...
I just adore mini versions of things. Could it be to do with the fact that I just scrape in at 5 feet tall? Perhaps. Most likely. Aside from this apparent bias, mini quiches in particular, often make me think of sweet celebrations, served as appetisers at hens dos or...
'Tis the season of life where quick, tasty and nourishing is the top criteria for a satisfying snack. These muesli bars hit all three: packed with fibre, vitamins and minerals, check! Easy to grab from a container, check! So good, I might just have another one, check!...
It’s Easter morning in our house and suffice to say Dan and I were woken up to squeals of delight when Evs arose to find a trail of chocolate eggs leading from his bedroom to the front garden. After a fun-filled 6am egg hunt we toddled back into the house where I...
After a full day of adventures, too tired to cook, Dan and I will invariably look at each other and know exactly what the other one is thinking...chicken wraps. Wonderfully easy to prepare, a bit of a sautée here, a couple of grates there and bam, you’ve got yourself...
For those who love a little crunch with their meal, this one's for you! Maple roasted chickpeas are akin to a crouton, adding texture and flavour alongside the soft, sauteed veggies and chewy barley. Speaking of barley, this grain is one of my favs. Rich in fibre,...