How to Fit More Vegetables in Your Kids’ Lunchboxes
My kids have very different ideas when it comes to what they like to eat for their school lunches. My daughter is pretty easy going, but she has an exotic palate and likes me to include new things to try, and treats from cuisines all over the world. My son, on the other hand, is […]
5 Easy Swaps to Make Your Child’s Lunchbox Healthier
I have to be honest: lunchboxes are the bane of my existence. I’ve been making school lunches now for eight years, and I’ll be making them for another thirteen. I am in the eye of a hellish kind of storm that sees me scrounge the cupboards and fridge every morning, trying to find something healthy […]
25 Bread-Free Lunchbox Ideas
Sandwiches have become a bone of contention in my house. Everyone is sick of Vegemite, my son doesn’t like things that get sweaty (like ham and cheese), and we’re at a nut-free school so peanut butter is out. So we’ve been putting in the research and coming up with some great lunchbox ideas that are […]
One Game Changing Tip to Keep Your Bananas Fresher for Longer
In my house, we’re mad for bananas. Banana smoothies, banana on cereal, banana cake, banana ice cream, banana muffins, banana on fruit skewers…the list goes on. The one way nobody in my house eats bananas is just as it is. For some reason my children are highly offended if I suggest something so odd. But […]
20 School Lunchbox Wrap Ideas for Kids
If my son was left to his own devices, he’d eat a vegemite sandwich every single day. Not even any butter. And he wouldn’t cut it in half. He’s happy that way, and I have to admit there’s a part of me that would love to just leave him to it. My daughter, on the […]
16 Genius Tips to Keep Your Fruit and Veggies Fresh
If you’re anything like me, you attack the produce aisles at the supermarket with unbridled enthusiasm every week, imagining yourself all Nigella-like, surrounded by colours and aromas as you masterfully pull together brilliant fresh and healthy meals that your (fictional) grateful children hoover up with gusto. And then, if you’re like me, spend the next […]
22 Foods to Eat and Avoid on an Empty Stomach
When you’re hungry – whether it’s first thing in the morning or it’s been a while between meals – it’s hard to reason with your body and be strategic about what you put in your mouth. But learning what foods will help, and what can harm your body, can equip you to make the right […]
Delicious Vanilla Strawberries and Cream Cake
Some of you may remember that we recently put together an eBook of 10 great cakes that you can make yourself at home for well under $20 ($5.95) with our good friend Sarah from The Sugar Hit. We have decided to share a few with you on the site to inspire you. This cake is the […]
5 Fun Snacks For Kids On Christmas Day
Here are some cute Christmas snack ideas that the kids will love: Christmas Grinch Strawberries You will need: green grapes, strawberries, bananas, mini marshmallows and toothpicks. (*please remember if you have littlies to cut the grapes in half!) Santa in the Sun You will need: Iced VoVo biscuits (makes for a great stripe beach […]
The Ultimate “Bring A Plate” Plate
At this time of year, we’re often asked to bring a plate along to a break up party or Christmas event. Often, the biggest hassle about this….is getting the plate back at the end! haha Below are instructions to make the ultimate “Bring A Plate” plate that you can throw away at the end! […]