Microgreens experiment

While in lockdown, we are trying to make sure that we maintain eating our 5 plus a day.  So far, so good but to make sure that we are getting some variety, I thought I […]

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The slow art of Sourdough

Lockdown day 8 for us here in New Zealand and my sourdough starter has been getting a great workout the past week.  Now that I have time during the day to feed the starter, mix […]

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Cinnamon Apple Compote

I wouldn’t really call this a recipe but it is a great way to use up apples that are past their best for eating, rather than throw them into the bin or compost.  I have […]

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Handmade shower puff

Since I took part in Plastic Free July we have been looking at other ways we can reduce plastic and waste in our house.  Hubby asked if I could crochet a shower puff so I […]

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Rescued and Rehomed

A house across the road from ours is currently being renovated and a couple of weeks ago, there was a very full skip outside.  Hubby had been checking it out everyday on the way home […]

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Peanut Butter flavours experiment

This experiment came about from a conversation we had over lunch at work one day.  I have made my own peanut butter for a while now (recipe here) and was inspired to try some different […]

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Slow Cooker Beans

I am always on the look out for ways to reduce the amount of waste that we produce as a household and save money.  About 6 months ago, while browsing Pinterest, I found a pin […]

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