Tilley has released a beautiful duo of Black Orchid sensations just in time for Mother's Day. This includes a 300g triple scented soy candle, and an aromatic reed diffuser, both elegantly packaged with a splash of purple, white, and a touch of gold. Tilley products are made in Australia, and they may look good but they smell even better. The black orchid scent is a little … [Read more...]
Recipe: Upside Down Banana Chocolate Cake
For those who like banana and chocolate, this recipe from Australian Bananas will satisfy your sweet tooth. It is the Upside Down Banana Chocolate Cake and it tastes as good as it looks. Yum! Serves: 8 Prep: 15 mins Cooking: 60 mins Ingredients 225g butter, softened 3 large ripe Cavendish bananas, peeled, halved lengthways 1 cup firmly packed … [Read more...]
Wilds Soy Candle in Magnolia
I would be more than happy to receive a new candle every Mother's Day (take note kids). A Candle makes a luxurious gift which not only looks pretty but adds a warm ambiance to your home. This year get your gift purchasing done early and take the fuss out of showing Mum appreciation with a beautiful candle from Wilds. Right now it is all about Magnolia, a pretty floral scent … [Read more...]
A Healthy Lifestyle Doesn’t Have To Be Boring
Many people believe that healthy living is boring. Yet, everybody wants to be healthy. Well, let’s be a little more specific. Everybody wants to want to be healthy. Does that make sense? We all wish we had the motivation to exercise or stick to a healthy meal plan, but that kind of lifestyle seems so dull and monotonous. In a hectic world that’s full of so many stressful … [Read more...]
User Review: Arjuna Ginger Bar
Here at Beauty and Lace, we have been testing a few products from Australian company The Ginger People, and the latest in the list is the new Arjuna Ginger Bar. The Ginger People is a family-owned-and-operated company established in 1984 to promote the goodness of Ginger. The Ginger People is a company dedicated to natural and organic principles that support sustainability … [Read more...]
Tilley Le Sparkle Candles
If there is one thing that has got me excited this Christmas, it is the limited edition range of 'Le Sparkle' Candles from Tilley. I honestly don't know why they are limited edition because they are so cute they deserve to be a permanent feature. But, no such luck, they are for the silly season only. What am I raving about? From an Australian brand who has recently … [Read more...]
The Arty Hearts Stationery
If there was one gift I would give myself for Christmas, it would be stationery! Introducing The Arty Hearts, a brand which prides itself on its Australian designed and printed creations. Katrina Read is the face behind The Arty Hearts as both a Fine Artist and Branding expert. There is something for everyone in the range, allowing you to surround yourself with pretty … [Read more...]
Flowers Across Sydney and Melbourne
Flowers can be a very personal thing and having them delivered can be a little hit and miss. You want the perfect arrangement, delivered looking amazing and on time. It's not always as simple as just calling the closest florist. Flowers Across Sydney is a second outlet for the popular Flowers Across Melbourne, which first opened as an actual florist. The changing market and … [Read more...]
The Secret To A Perfect Steak
Everyone loves a good beef dish - whether it be oriental teriyaki beef, warming stew or a sizzling steak. Steak is one of those dishes that many of us are afraid to tackle. It’s hard to distinguish which is the best cut of meat, how long to cook it for and what sauce to serve it with. A steak is like any plain meat, it is what you make it. If you want to drizzle it in pepper … [Read more...]
Recipe: Caramelised Chicken and Mango Stir Fry
Now the weather is heating up, it is time to mix it up in the kitchen. This recipe for Caramelised Chicken and Mango Stir Fry is fresh and light and doesn't take long to make. Ingredients ¼ cup lime juice ¼ cup sweet chilli sauce ¼ cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 500g chicken tenderloins 200g broccolini, cut into 4cm … [Read more...]
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