Moroccan flavours are among my favourite and seem make a meal more satisfying. Serving food in a jar has become somewhat fashionable of late. Glass is becoming increasingly popular for the environmentally conscious as it can be reused and recycled safely. Presenting food and beverages in glass jars is also decorative and is often seen at
I believe any journey longer than an hour constitutes a road trip and no road trip is complete without snacks! These energy balls are ideal little snacks to give drivers (and passengers) sustained energy between stops. They also make great hiking or picnic snacks, so save some for your destination! When consuming snacks for energy,
Roasted butternut is a winner on any menu in my opinion but in warm weather it seems best served in a salad. The pumpkin seeds can be roasted with the butternut or added raw as a sprinkle on top of the salad. A seed mix is also an option. As a side for a braai,
The school / work lunch box seems to be a problem for many and a common sabotage area when it comes to health and weight management. Between complaints of a lack of time and inspiration and fussy children, packing a nutritious lunch box seems to be a set back for many. The lunch box is
Minestrone soup is a great way to pack in vegetables and fibre! It is also a perfect meatLESS Monday dish!
Raising skillful kitchen kids is a good way to equip them with a much needed life skill for survival, meal planning and preparation! Meeting your child’s nutritional needs can seem difficult at times, especially when you are dealing with a picky eater or a busy body who will not sit down long enough to eat
Homemade burgers are not only tastier than take away or frozen varieties but they can be healthier too. Don’t be tempted by the lure of the neon signs that highlight all the fast food outlets along your route home. Using extra lean mince and oats to make your own patties, serve with brown bread rolls,
Baking with kids can be a fun, bonding activity. It can also teach kids many skills and keep them busy when they need ‘entertainment’ at home. Baking with kids can be the centre of many wonderful memories and family traditions. Yes, it is messy and requires patience, but keen little bakers should be encouraged. The
I love breakfast and do not leave home without it. That said, I opt for a quick breakfast of cereal or oats rather than cooking eggs which I like to enjoy on the weekends with a fruit smoothie or whole-wheat toast. Cereal has landed itself with a bad reputation as far as healthy breakfast
A healthy twist on a favourite dish, this Mac ‘n Cheese is higher in fibre and lower in fat that the traditional recipes out there! Macaroni and cheese is a popular go to dish for a quick family meal and is often made at the request of the smalls in the family. As a result, this