When I think of winter comforts, lamb stew features in my top five without a doubt. This classic lamb stew features hearty, healthy ingredients and cooked in the pressure cooker the lamb is tender and flavourful, surround by a rich, deeply flavoured sauce. As simple as this recipe is, it produces the most incredible stew… Read More Instant Pot Lamb Stew
Are you a “breakfast” kind of family? My kids take after me with their love for cereal – the boys literally go to sleep planning what cereal they will have the next day. I used to have fights with my parents as a child because every night I would want cereal for supper! As I… Read More Do breakfast “with heart” with Jungle Crunchalots
Lets see how many times you have googled “activities to stimulate my child” this lockdown… 2, 3, 4? As a blogger who focuses a large portion of her writing on activities for children, I have certainly noticed a huge increase in requests for ideas since COVID changed our world. Yet I still find myself at… Read More Wacky Box SA – Everything you need to entertain your kids, in one box
Every year I find myself stumbling over what to get my husband and dad for Fathers Day. I’m sad to say for the last few years I haven’t been able to spend Father’s Day with my dad, but I hope he knows just how much I love him. If you’re looking for something different to… Read More Father Day Gift Guide 2020
There are very few cleaning products that can claim to get into everything, from floors and grout in tiles to jewellery, patios, ovens and extractor fans. You’ve watched my Instagram stories on my cleaning hacks and most of the time I end up resorting to my trusty Chemico Paste. South Africa’s answer to “The Pink… Read More 20 ways to clean with Chemico Paste
This classic potato leek soup has been adapted to the Instant Pot. With the potato and leeks cooked under pressure, your favourite wholesome soup is cooked in record time for a smooth and creamy soup, perfect for a starter or lunch time meal. Leeks are probably one of the most underutilised vegetables but can add… Read More Instant Pot Potato And Leek Soup
As we enter our 9th week of homeschooling, which is not really “homeschooling” but more “crises management” to be honest, I have been getting more and more frustrated with not having everything I need “in one place”. I’ve been making my own flashcards based on the sight words the school sends every week and I… Read More Sight Word Flash Cards For Grade 1
I have had numerous messages on “Soda Crystals”, how and where to find them in South Africa and what to use them for. Stick around, this is truly one of the most versatile cleaning agents to have in your home. In Europe, you will almost always find Soda Crystals aka “Washing Soda” in the laundry… Read More What is the difference between Bicarbonate of Soda and Soda Crystals?
Iconic to South African Ramadan, Haleem is a dish that always makes an appearance in this Month. Its a hearty, thick stew packed with meat (either lamb or chicken) and a variety of wheats – Oats, barley, lentils. Haleem is a staple for Iftaar, and is perfect to break the day long fast as it… Read More Instant Pot Haleem
I’ve had a weekend of craving more “traditional” Ramadan meals. A sign that I am properly missing the community of sharing and visiting this Ramadan. Normally when breaking fast with friends or family I can always rely on at least one person to bring along a big batch of Haleem, some Badam Milk or good… Read More Instant Pot Kheer