Byron Bay

A week is never enough in Byron. I say that purely because we had a week & I feel like I didn't scratch the surface of all the epic cafes, shops, restaurants & things to do & that was just in town. We were extremely fortunate to be up in Byron celebrating our Mum's 70th … Continue reading Byron Bay

Moving towards a plastic-free life

Thankfully more & more celebrities are bringing to light the frightening impact of single-use plastic on our planet - to animals, our waterways, & the chemicals leached from them into our bodies. Sadly, I don't understand why so many people will only follow an action once a 'celebrity' spruiks a cause. Don't get me wrong, … Continue reading Moving towards a plastic-free life

3 ingredient dairy-free ice-cream

3 INGREDIENTS | VEGAN | GLUTEN-FREE | DAIRY-FREE | NUT-FREE | CHILD FRIENDLY | NO ADDED CANE SUGAR | LOW FRUCTOSE I made this “nice-cream” or vegan ice-cream or whatever you choose to call it because I have been getting mighty bored of the whinging of “Whats for afternoon teeeeeeea?” the whole walk home from … Continue reading 3 ingredient dairy-free ice-cream

Pineapple & blood orange frappe

You guys, I know it's not my normal thing blending lots of fruits BUT I'm trying to get my body ready for the 30 or so hours of travel we are embarking on this Friday. I am keeping ginger farmers afloat at the moment with the volumes I am consuming. I'm also trying to finish … Continue reading Pineapple & blood orange frappe

Pink grapefruit & strawberry frappe

VEGAN | RAW | GLUTEN FREE | DAIRY FREE | PALEO | LOW FRUCTOSE | JERF I have never done a juice fast, nor do I plan on ever doing one but I do love adding a blended smoothie / frappe every so often to get a massive nutrient hit in a condensed form (eg … Continue reading Pink grapefruit & strawberry frappe

Spinach strawb blood orange juice

What it lacks in looks, it makes up for in both taste and nutrients...now that the boys rugby season is over, we have spent the last two Saturdays at Orange Grove Market. One of my favourite fruits, the lemonade fruit has been irresistible so I figured at this time of year while flu & are … Continue reading Spinach strawb blood orange juice

Vanilla miso tahini fudge

VEGAN | GLUTEN-FREE | NUT-FREE | DAIRY-FREE | EGG-FREE | LOW FRUCTOSE | IQS APPROVED | 6 INGREDIENTS ONLY | ONE PAN ONLY I become innovative when I am craving something sweet - which is a dangerous attribute to have! After scanning the pantry, I came up with this combination which is incredibly fudge-like but … Continue reading Vanilla miso tahini fudge

Best low-fructose bliss ball recipes

Most bliss balls are crammed with fructose in the form of dates, or added sweeteners. It's time to step outside the box & try some of the awesome low-fructose recipes out there - choc full of nuts, cacao, seeds, coconut oil, & sweetened with nut butters, cinnamon, vanilla or a touch of low-fructose sweeteners including … Continue reading Best low-fructose bliss ball recipes

I (have) Quit Sugar

Nearly 4 years ago, a friend told me about a new "diet" called "I Quit Sugar". Pft, I thought, as if I could live without packets of sweets, jersey caramels & cake, especially with 2 young children draining my energy & working 3 days a week. But hey, I gave it a go & have … Continue reading I (have) Quit Sugar

Zoodles, mushrooms & peas

VEGAN | GLUTEN-FREE | DAIRY-FREE | IQS | JERF | LOW-FRUCTOSE Anyone else find they open the fridge door a few too many times & can't work out what to prepare? I am spending so much time at home with a 9 week old who can't yet wear suncream, which means we are spending most … Continue reading Zoodles, mushrooms & peas