Meal Planning for Busy Families: How to Save Time, Reduce Stress & Bring Joy Back to Weeknights
Meal planning doesn’t have to be complicated. With a few smart strategies, you can save time, reduce stress and make weeknight dinners easier. Discover my top tips for busy families and get your free printable templates to make planning simple.
How to Start a Sourdough Starter at Home: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Learn how to start your own sourdough starter from scratch, step by step — from Day 1 to a strong, bubbly starter ready to bake. Includes tips for using your discard in pancakes, muffins, pizza and more, plus helpful hints to keep your starter healthy and thriving.
What I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Sourdough Journey
Join me as I share my first few weeks of learning how to feed, care for and love a sourdough starter. This post is full of tips, lessons learnt and encouragement for anyone ready to start their own sourdough journey.
Meal Planning Through Life’s Seasons: Easy Dinner Ideas for Every Stage
Meal planning looks different at every stage of life and that’s completely normal. What worked when you were cooking just for yourself might feel impossible when you have little ones. And what worked with toddlers might not suit teenagers or young adults at home.
Father’s Day Recipes to Spoil Dad
Father’s Day is such a special time to pause and celebrate the dads, grandads and father figures who mean the world to us. And what better way to spoil Dad than with a home-cooked feast that’s made with love?
How Walking Went from Chore to My Daily Reset (Especially in Perimenopause)
I used to think walking was just another thing on my to-do list - until it became the way I reset my body and mind each day. As a 45-year-old mum navigating perimenopause, I’ve discovered how powerful a short daily walk can be. Here's how I made it part of my routine.
Kitchen Refresh: 5 Easy Ways to Clean Your Kitchen (The Low Tox Way)
A mid-year kitchen refresh doesn’t have to be hard. In this post, I’m sharing 5 simple, low-tox cleaning hacks using pantry staples like vinegar, bicarb soda and washing soda — with easy homemade spray recipes included!
Mid-Year Reset: Simple Ways I’m Making Life Easier in the Kitchen
Feeling the mid-year slump? This gentle kitchen reset is just what you need. From resetting one cupboard to adding cosy vibes, these simple tips will help you refresh your space and fall in love with your kitchen again - no big overhaul required.
A Cake to Remember: Lucy’s 18th Birthday
Looking for meaningful 18th birthday cake ideas? See how I created a homemade buttercream flower cake inspired by the Australian Women’s Weekly cake book. From shaping and crumb coating to piping with love — here’s how this special milestone cake became a treasured memory.
Why I Love My Slow Cooker in Winter
It’s winter, which means slow cooker season is well and truly here. If you’ve been using a slow cooker like I have, you’ll know just how much easier it makes your day. It’s the perfect set-and-forget way of cooking — a total lifesaver for busy families, especially when juggling work, after-school activities, or just the daily chaos of life.
Make the Most of Apples This Season: Simple Tips and Easy Ideas
There’s something about apples in autumn—crisp, juicy, and full of flavour. Whether you're popping them into lunchboxes or baking up something cosy and delicious, now’s the perfect time to make the most of this versatile fruit. Here are a few simple tips and ideas to help you enjoy apples in all their glory this season.
Beyond the Chocolate: Easter Traditions That Bring Families Together
When we think of Easter, chocolate often steals the spotlight—supermarket shelves lined with eggs and sweet treats galore. But Easter can be about so much more. In our family, it's about slowing down, spending time together, and keeping up with traditions we've built over the years. It's not the chocolate our kids remember—it's the magic of the hunt, the laughter, and the joy of connection.
Home Cooking vs Packaged Foods: What I See in the Classroom
When I’m not here in the kitchen whipping up a storm, you’ll find me working as a relief teacher.
5 Genius Lime Hacks to Make Every Drop Count
Limes are one of my favourite ingredients to have on hand — I always have a few in my fruit bowl.
Avocado Lovers, This One’s for You! Tips to Store, Ripen & Enjoy
Avocados are in season, and if your household is anything like mine, they’re being devoured daily!
6 Simple Ways to Make School Lunches Easier This Term
Back-to-school time always seems to bring a little bit of chaos doesn’t it?
Prep Ingredients for a Week of Stress-Free Cooking
Does dinnertime sometimes feel like a mad rush?