These bars are o so delicious! And even better? They are filled with health promoting ingredients. Oats may not be as trendy as things like quinoa – but they pack a punch nutritionally! They are similar to quinoa in terms of energy content, carbohydrate and protein (you can see all the similarities here) but are […]
I have had quite a few requests for soup recipes recently, and given that the first snow of the winter fell this weekend – I think that is completely fitting! I am not sure if there is anything much better than indulging in a big bowl of warming soup with a hunk of crusty bread […]
The air is definitely feeling a little cooler now that we are well and truly into autumn, and whilst I do love summer, the autumn colours really are beautiful and the crispness in the air is a welcome relief after the humidity that we sometimes get here in Auckland. One of my favourite things to […]
If you love cake, and would love to be able to eat cake for breakfast (or indeed any time of the day) then this recipe is definitely for you! I have a sweet tooth – it’s true, and I know controlling that sweet tooth can sometimes be hard, but it doesn’t have to be when […]
As the mornings are getting cooler, my go to breakfast tends to change – I tend to want something warmer and more comforting. Porridge is the perfect answer. Oats are a powerhouse – packed with fibre, cholesterol lowering beta glucans, low fat as well as being a reasonable source of protein, especially when you cook […]
If you’re anything like me, then you are always on the look out for recipes that are healthy, satisfying and most importantly, delicious! If they are easy to prepare and won’t cost you an arm and a leg, then that is always a bonus as well, right?! I think I have cracked it with this […]
If you’re looking for a healthier alternative to cakes and biscuits for the kids’ school lunches, or a filling mid afternoon snack that will keep them fuelled through sports practice, then you need look no further! Actually, who am I kidding?! This is a great snack for anyone at any time of the day. In […]
Have you noticed how it’s super cool to eat your food out of bowls currently? I’m not talking about eating your soup or cereal out of a bowl (duh – eating those any other way is tough!) But there are smoothie bowls, acai bowls, ramen bowls, veggie bowls, fruit bowls…..it’s endless. Today I came across […]
If you’re looking for something a bit different to your standard sandwich for work lunches, and needing something that will last a while, but can also be changed up day to day – then look no further – I have for a great tasty and nutritious idea for you. Ingredients 1x can lentils 2-3 […]
Make no mistake – I have a bit of a sweet tooth, and on occasion, I do like me a bit of jam. It’s something that is in the cupboard for special occasions – rarely does it make my ‘everyday breakfast’ toast. But after eating at a delicious little café on Dominion Road in Auckland […]