It's mango time! What better way to spend those daylight saving evenings than with a glass of refreshing Summer Mango Granita. This can either be a mocktail or a cocktail - just add vodka or gin. Recipe courtesy of Australian Mangoes. Serves: 4 Time: 3-4 hours Ingredients 3 Australian mangoes 1 lime 1 cup water 1 tbs caster sugar 1 shot vodka or gin … [Read more...]
User Reviews: Edenvale Premium Reserve Range (Alcohol Removed Wine)
At almost 8 months pregnant I have been well and truly hanging out for a glass of wine. Of course, the sacrifice will be worth it, but as I sit and watch hubby drink a beer while I sip my tea it does make me miss that evening drink. Well, I have found the solution and it isn't just for pregnant mamas but those who can't drink alcohol for health reasons, and those who simply … [Read more...]
Recipe: Blueberry Mojitos with Lavender Syrup
It's Mojito time! This recipe features Australian Blueberries and has a refreshing lavender syrup. Summer days, here we come! Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender 2 sprigs fresh lavender 1 cup fresh blueberries 1/2 cup white rum 2 handfuls of fresh mint leaves 1/2 cup lavender simple syrup 2 limes, juiced … [Read more...]
Recipe: Cacao, Peanut and Banana Plant Milk Smoothie
Dr Joanna McMillan is the Nutritional Advisor for Freedom Foods, and today she shares her recipe for this Cacao, Peanut and Banana Plant Milk Smoothie. This smoothie is perfect for a post-workout plant-based protein shake, or a nutritious after school snack for the kids! It only takes 2 minutes to whip this one up...enjoy! Serves 1 Time: 2 mins Ingredients … [Read more...]
Recipe: Banana Smoothie (3 Ways)
Here we have a total of three different banana smoothie recipes. Which one will you choose? Banana, Spinach, Mango, Coconut Water Smoothie Makes: 1 Prep time: 5 min Ingredients 1 large ripe Cavendish banana, peeled, chopped 30g baby spinach leaves ½ cup (85g) chopped fresh or frozen mango 1 cup chilled coconut water ¼ cup greek yoghurt 2 tsp … [Read more...]
Recipes: Chandon’s Top 5 Cocktails for the F1 Season
Chandon Sparkling Wine have created these fun recipes to celebrate their partnership with McLaren Honda, in the lead up to the Grand Prix. Cheers! Chandon Sparkles: Chandon Sparkles is a drink created to celebrate the partnership between Chandon and McLaren. The fusion between the orange and sparkling cinnamon results in an explosion of … [Read more...]
Recipe: Somersby Sangria Summer Cocktail
Today we have a Summer cocktail recipe inspired by the Somersby Polo Lounge. The first Polo in the City event is taking place in Sydney on 12th November 2016 and the Somersby Lounge is a premium place to sit back and enjoy The Polo with tickets available to the public. SOMERSBY SANGRIA: 1 bottle or 750 ml of your favourite dry white wine 2 cups of Somersby Apple … [Read more...]
Upgrade Your Springtime Celebrations with these Party Ideas + Bonus Recipe
Finally! The warm weather has arrived, and that means it’s the perfect time to dust off your party planning skills and put together a springtime event for your nearest and dearest. Whether you want something elevated and chic, or something more casual where people can pop in and out throughout the day—the keys to success lie in the planning. With these tips and tricks, and … [Read more...]
Recipe: Kuzu Apple and Apple Juice
Japanese food has long been seen as a source of rich superfoods, unparalleled for its health and vitality benefits. Japanese cuisine offers a traditional vegetable based cuisine renowned for being tasty and wholesome. Yoshiko Takeuchi uses her knowledge of ancient Japanese wisdom to put together a book of recipes incorporating Japanese superfoods in the traditional style and … [Read more...]
User Reviews: Almond Breeze (plus bonus recipe)
Many people are looking at milk substitutes these days and the range is getting amazing. I remember when the only real options were cows milk or soy milk, now there are a number of other substitutes that are both dairy and soy free. Almond Breeze is the new offering from Blue Diamond Growers cooperative, the first grower owned cooperative with many of the growers being co-op … [Read more...]