Toblerone Dip …

November 24, 2014

About 4 months ago, I shared a photo on Instagram of a beautiful platter of fruit I had prepared and taken to a barbecue when I had been asked to bring a plate. I mentioned at the time that it was a fantastic alternative to a plate of nibblies as it looked great, tasted great and was so healthy. Below is the original photo I shared. At the time, one of my lovely readers suggested that a bowl of Toblerone Dip would be the perfect addition to my fruit platter. Well, I finally got around to making it and I have to say, it’s divine. It requires only 2 … read more

Breakfast Smoothies … in a Hurry …

September 23, 2014

Summer is just around the corner and lately I’ve noticed a lot of summer fruit returning to the supermarkets for reasonable prices. Through the week I bought a mango from Aldi for only $1.99 and strawberries are super cheap at the moment with 2 punnets only $3.50 at Woolworths. So when I can buy these fruits at a great price, I chop them up and freeze them in individual serves in zip lock bags for smoothies. Not only do I save money but it gets me organised to whip up a smoothie for hubby and the kids for breakfast in no time at all!   It’s as simple as 1, … read more

Breakfast … on the Run …

September 9, 2014

Like most families, our mornings are super busy. Hubby is racing out to work, I’m trying to get ready for work, Miss 21 is usually still asleep following late night study sessions (such is the life of a university student) and Miss 16 has to get ready for school. So we tend to reserve “sit down” family breakfasts for the weekend when everyone is home, not rushing off and we’re all a bit more relaxed. I do, however, insist that everyone eats breakfast every day and also that it’s something healthy ….. so important to start the day especially for school kids who need … read more

Apple Slinky … and Why We Love it …

April 26, 2014

  Are you looking for a way to get your kids to eat their apples? Well, look no further because I found it with an Apple Slinky. I first discovered these many years ago and since then it has proved to be one of the most used devices in my kitchen.   Basically, the Apple Slinky will core, slice and peel an apple with the turn of a handle and in only a few seconds. You can choose whether to leave the skin on or off. A few years ago I managed a local School Tuckshop and I introduced this gadget for the kids … the sale of apples skyrocketed because it was … read more