Home Décor - how to update your home with simple pops of colour

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Home Décor, Winter Comes Alive

Home Décor - how to update your home with simple pops of colour

Check out our simple, affordable and on trend ways to bring some colour into your home this winter.

Winter Fashion - The must have colours of the season

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Style, Winter Fashion, Winter Comes Alive

Winter Fashion - The must have colours of the season

We’ve rounded up the hottest colour trends to be across this chilly season. Be gone dark and moody winter clothes!

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Winter Comes Alive, Kids Fashion

Boots, brollies and coats for kids

This Winter, there’s an amazing rainbow of wet weather fun fashion for kiddies. So rug them up, wrap them up and sent them outside in style that will keep them dry, warm and clean!

Easy winter dinners you can prep, set and forget

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Food, Dinner

Easy winter dinners you can prep, set and forget

Life is busy, we know. So here are some sure-fire ways to make meal planning easy this winter.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week - The trends have been set

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Fashion, Fashion Week

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week - The trends have been set

Another year has passed and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia has wowed, dazzled, delighted and set all the glorious trends for the year ahead.

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Fashion, Style

Trench Coat Trends

The timeless trench coat is a staple in every wardrobe - man, woman, adult or child (especially trendy ones). From military function to everyday fashion, the trench coat is très chic.

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Mother's Day, Lifestyle

The Fun Mum

The Fun Mum is one that shines from the inside out. She’s all smiles, laughs and about quality time with her loved ones. She’s always surrounded by people, because she simply has that personality that people love to be around.

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Mother's Day, Lifestyle

The Sporty Mum

The Sporty Mum (not to forget Sporty Grandma) is always up for a challenge. She’s strong, inside and out. She loves new experiences and pushing boundaries is her idea of fun.

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Mother's Day, Lifestyle

The Natural Mum

The Natural Mum is a relaxed and thoughtful beauty. She loves spending time in the great outdoors, finding peace with mother nature. Environmentally conscious, her peaceful home is a place where you’ll find natural products, lush gardens and a tranquil atmosphere.

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Mother's Day, Lifestyle

The Glam Mum

The Glam Mum (not to forget grandma’s or ‘Glam Ma’s’) is a rare and beautiful gem. Sure, she likes the finer things in life, but it isn’t all about things that sparkle. She shines from the inside too. She’s classy, she’s intelligent, she’s dazzling and she sets trends wherever she goes.

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What's On at Reading Cinemas

Check out the amazing line-up of movies at Reading Cinemas these school holidays!

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Easter, Kids & Family

Where to Shop this Easter

Looking for inspiration to create some extra fun with the family this Easter? Take a peek at what Charlestown Square has to offer, from cute kids bunny sleepwear to Easter baskets, home décor and of course Easter Eggs. We’ve got you covered this Easter!

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Easter, Recipes

Easter meal ideas for kids

Looking for some food inspiration for the Easter long weekend that the kids will love?

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Easter Sweet Treat Inspiration

Easter sweet treats to keep the kids busy & the whole family happy!

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Good Friday Seafood Inspiration

Simple seafood ideas the whole family can enjoy this Good Friday.

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Recipes, Easter

Easter Egg Cookies Recipe

Everyone loves the classic choc chip cookie, but have you considered adding to your favourite choc chip cookies with delicious Easter eggs? Yum!

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Hot Cross Buns Recipe

These buns are delicious, fruity and spicy, with a fun twist by swapping the traditional peel for dried apricots for a bun the whole family will love!

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Easter, Recipes

Chocolate Easter Cake Recipe

Treat yourself and your family with this delicious chocolate cake, topped with tasty chocolate frosting and your favourite Easter eggs.

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Kids & Family, Kids Shoes

Autumn trends for little feet

This Autumn is all about colours and textures with shoes. Footwear is FUN! You’ll see little feet stomping about in a wide variety of colours and textures.

Healthy & clever bento box lunch ideas for kids

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Food, Family & Kids

Healthy & clever bento box lunch ideas for kids

It’s trendy, it’s neat, it’s tidy, it’s fun and it’s EXCITING. The Bento Box.

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Family & Kids

Laps for Life

This March, challenge yourself and swim to save lives. Set your goal then dive on in!

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Lifestyle, Organisation, Home

Declutter your home, Marie Kondo style

We’ve hopped on board the Marie Kondo train. We resisted, but we confess… we are HOOKED!

Keep your family organised with these 3 clever steps

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Lifestyle, Organisation

Keep your family organised with these 3 clever steps

It really doesn’t take much to make a big difference, when it comes to family organisation. Here are our top 3 tips that will have your family marching in line before you know it.

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Valentine's Day, Lifestyle

9 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Here are 9 unique ideas for how to spend your day, whether you are with another, single or ready to mingle!

Jewellery trends to add sparkle to your Valentine's Day

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Fashion, Jewellery, Valentine's Day

Jewellery trends to add sparkle to your Valentine's Day

We’ve rounded up the latest jewellery trends you’re going to want on your wishlist this Valentine’s Day

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Kids, Back to School

Back to School - it's in the bag!

We've got all the back to school essentials, including handy tips and hot picks for choosing a new backback.

This year, make your virtual assistant do it.

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Gadgets, Tech, Lifestyle

This year, make your virtual assistant do it.

Was one of your resolutions to be more organised this year? Maybe you need a smart speaker your life.

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Tech Christmas gifts for kids (that their parents will thank you for)

We’ve rounded up the best tech gifts for kids that will make playtime so fun, they won’t realise it’s learning time too.

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Day to night fashion for the festive season

Tis the season to party! And if, like us, your days are filled with work and your nights promising play… you’ll need some inspiration for how to turn your daytime look into nighttime #fashiongoals

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Beauty, Style, Christmas

Summer Beauty Essentials

Must-have products & hacks to get you through the sunny season

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Christmas, Lifestyle

Christmas Table Styling

3 easy themes that are sure to impress your guests this Christmas!

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Christmas, Kids & Family

How to get a great photo with Santa

How to dress your kids AND keep them smiling for Santa.

Beet Pesto, Parmesan and Pine Nut Canapes

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Beet Pesto, Parmesan and Pine Nut Canapes

These tasty and vibrant canapes are crowd pleasers. They are delicious, incredibly simple to make and (shhhh…) rather inexpensive.

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Food

Caprese Santa Skewers

When you are asked to bring a plate to Christmas, you want something simple and effective. Now you can add ‘adorable’ to your checklist, with these tasty, fresh, Caprese Santa Skewers.

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Cheesy Christmas Tree Pull Apart

Flavoured with garlic and herbs, this delicious cheesy pull apart makes a fun Christmas party snack that is guaranteed to impress your guests.

Easy Pavlova Wreath with , Pomegranate, Pistachio & Raspberry Coulis

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Easy Pavlova Wreath with , Pomegranate, Pistachio & Raspberry Coulis

You don’t need to spend days in the kitchen making a festive dessert that guests will rave about for years to come. Here’s our tip to make something that is equal parts simple and spectacular (in both taste and appearance).

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Easy Traditional Christmas Pudding

Nothing marks a traditional Christmas more than a beautiful, warm, rich Christmas pudding. But they often take a lot of preparation and time to get right. This version cuts the fuss, but doesn’t compromise on the end product.

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Fresh Oysters with Beet Chilli Salsa

Nothing marks a traditional Christmas more than a beautiful, warm, rich Christmas pudding. But they often take a lot of preparation and time to get right. This version cuts the fuss, but doesn’t compromise on the end product.

Green Beans with Caramelised Onions and Roasted Pine Nuts

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Green Beans with Caramelised Onions and Roasted Pine Nuts

The Christmas table wouldn’t be the same without a side of green beans. This recipe adds a little something special, with the sweet caramelised onions complementing the pine nuts.

Prawn Mango Salad with a Lime Vinaigrette

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Prawn Mango Salad with a Lime Vinaigrette

This fresh prawn salad gives a taste of the ocean with a sweet twist. For a fresh dish to suit any seaside Christmas, this one is tasty, simple and impressive.

Side of Salmon with Lemon, Dill & Pomegranate

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Side of Salmon with Lemon, Dill & Pomegranate

This simple but irresistible dish looks beautiful as part of a seafood spread.

Spiced Honey Glazed Ham with Sour Cherries

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Spiced Honey Glazed Ham with Sour Cherries

You can’t go past a glazed ham to get everyone into the festive spirit, and this one
makes a stunning centerpiece for the Christmas table.

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The Perfect Crispy Roast Potatoes

Roast potatoes are the perfect accompaniment for a traditional Christmas meal. Everyone loves them crispy on the outside, and soft and fluffy on the inside. Here’s how to do it and impress all your guests.

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Traditional Gingerbread Cookies

Run, run as fast as you can, we can’t wait for you to try these gingerbread men! Simple, delicious and purely delightful. These gingerbread men will bring back festive childhood memories.

Halloween in Australia - What you need to know

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Kids & Family

Halloween in Australia - What you need to know

Halloween is a growing trend in the good old land of Oz. If you have kids, they’ll expect to be involved in some weird, wacky or wonderful way so you’d better get with the freaky program if you want to take part this year.

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Kids & Family

Activities for Kids

Every parent knows what it feels like to have a bored child. Here are our tips to keep kids entertained, off screens, educated, active and creative, without breaking the bank! (And, if it helps you out with the daily chores - bonus!).

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Food

Beautiful food - how to brighten up the table this Spring

Whether you are entertaining friends, planning a party, or just looking to jazz up your brekky, here are some beautiful ways to do it.

FAMILY FUN AT THE MOVIES THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

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Family & Kids

FAMILY FUN AT THE MOVIES THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

For a fun family outing these school holidays you can't go past a trip to Reading Cinemas Charlestown Square!

Mindfulness for kids - simple ideas that can help reduce anxiety

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Mindfulness for kids - simple ideas that can help reduce anxiety

The rates of mental illness in kids is rising in Australia (and worldwide). So, what can you do to protect your precious little people and to help them navigate this weird, wonderful and sometimes scary life?

SPRING RACING STYLE - THE ‘DO’S AND DON’TS’

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SPRING RACING STYLE - THE ‘DO’S AND DON’TS’

Spring racing season is upon us and the fashion is one of the best parts. So shine your shoes and fluff your fascinators… we’ve got you covered for the latest looks that will ensure you are your trackside best.

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Surviving winter in style

Baby it’s cold outside… but don’t worry, we’ve got some advice to get you through the rest of those chilly days along with some of our favourite fashion picks of the season.

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Lifestyle

A life without plastic – 7 top tips

We’ve seen supermarkets ban single use plastic bags and work towards reducing unnecessary packaging. There’s a long way to go yet for Aussie brands, however the anti-plastic movement is gaining momentum.

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Family & Kids

Family fun at the movies these School Holidays

Check out the INCREDIBLE movies screening these school holidays!

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EASY BREKKY IDEAS SHE'LL LOVE

Impress her this Mother’s Day with a tasty homemade brekky.

What's on at Reading Cinemas these School Holidays?

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Family & Kids

What's on at Reading Cinemas these School Holidays?

Head to Reading Cinemas Charlestown Square these school holidays for fun films the whole family will enjoy!

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The Family Chronicles

Looking for Easter treats?

Here are our top gift ideas for kids at Chirnside Park this Easter!

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Easter recipe: Chicken breast roasts

These mini roasts are an easy option for an Easter buffet as there are no bones to contend with, which means they are very easy to carve and nice and quick to cook, not to mention delicious!

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Easter Recipe: Stuffed roast pumpkin with haloumi

This roast pumpkin is filled with rice, quinoa, veggies and haloumi, making it a winner for any Easter gathering!

Easter recipe: BBQ grilled prawns with mango salsa

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Easter recipe: BBQ grilled prawns with mango salsa

It's not Easter without a seafood feast. Try this delicious prawn recipe!

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Easter recipe: CRUNCHY HERB AND GARLIC POTATOES RECIPE

Who doesn't LOVE roast potatoes? This variation will keep your guests coming back for more! Our hot tip? Cook more than you think you'll need, as they will be the first thing to be finished!

Easter Recipe: Cherry Berry Cheesecake Trifle

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Easter Recipe: Cherry Berry Cheesecake Trifle

If you're struggling to decide whether to make a cheesecake or a trifle for your Easter dessert, we have made the decision incredibly easy for you with this creation which will give you the best of both glorious worlds!

Easter recipe: Roast vegetable celebration salad

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Easter recipe: Roast vegetable celebration salad

“Can you please bring a salad?” would have to be one of the most commonly asked questions when you’re invited to lunch. Why not wow them with this delicious creation?

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Food

It's hot cross bun season!

Nothing says Easter like a delicious hot cross bun!

Check out our favourite new flavours from our retailers here at Charlestown Square.

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Health & Wellbeing

Join our FREE Fitness Classes!

We’re proud to be sponsoring the Live Life Get Active program to provide FREE fitness classes for our customers!

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Fresh Food & Recipes

Delicious treats for Valentine’s Day

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, you may be wondering how to celebrate your loved ones. Why not create a gift from the heart that will also satisfy their sweet tooth?

We've got all your Back to School Essentials

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Family & Kids

We've got all your Back to School Essentials

It's time to go 'back to school' shopping! There is nothing like getting your little ones decked out in fresh school clothes and brand new backpacks to get them excited to go back to school. Check out our favourite new back to school gear at Charlestown Square.

Christmas ice cream cake with berries and caramelised peaches recipe

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Christmas ice cream cake with berries and caramelised peaches recipe

This sensational creation combines some of our favourite Christmas ingredients into one impressive dessert!

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Family & Kids

Christmas Crafts For Kids

In our home it’s not Christmas unless we have made all the craft! No matter the age of your kids you can easily get them involved in these three simple craft ideas to add some festive cheer.

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Christmas Recipes For Kids

Have some festive fun with the kids this Christmas, with this range of recipes that can be made by the youngest master chefs.

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Family & Kids, Gifts, Toys

Top Kids Toys For 2017

Looking for the latest kids toys? Discover Charlestown Sqaure's list of top toys of 2017 for boys and girls.

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Recipes

PAVLOVA WREATH RECIPE

There is no dessert more Aussie than a Pav, especially when adorned with fresh slithers of mango, banana and a generous drizzle of passionfruit!

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Panettone stuffing cups recipe

Love stuffing? Try this delicious Christmas recipe that makes the side dish a real star of the show!

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Fashion, Christmas

GET PARTY READY

Womdering what to wear to all of your Christmas parties this season? We've picked the 3 hottest trends straight from the runways.

Beauty Trends & Services this Festive Season

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Health and Beauty

Beauty Trends & Services this Festive Season

Everyone wants to look and feel their best during the busy festive season. We've highlighted some of the hottest trends this summer that you can achieve from our range of beauty services here at Charlestown Square.

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Family & Kids

Top Gift Ideas for Kids in 2017

Looking for the best kid’s gifts at Charlestown Square this Christmas? Check out this go-to list of the best presents for children, to give them a gift you know they’ll love!

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Style Notes

POP to it

Colour is, and always has been, a recurring trend for summer. But this season, our favourite stores have offered us a whole new and more daring ways to wear the bold theme.

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Bold & Beautiful

If we learnt anything from the runways of New York Fashion Week, it's that colour is going to be huge when it comes to makeup this season. Discover a whole new world of beauty at Charlestown Square.

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Recipes

Lime and ginger glazed ham recipe

If you are looking for a no-fuss glazed ham recipe to try this year, well this one is for you!

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Christmas Food Gift Ideas

Need Christmas food gift ideas? We've created a list of the top Christmas food gifts to bring along to any Christmas party.

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The Top 10 Reads This Summer

Get in early and pick up your new read for the Summer holiday period. Discover our top list of holiday reads for 2017.

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Classic Australian Christmas Foods

When it comes to Christmas, Australia shares similar meal traditions of Europe and America, but due to the warmer weather, we like to put a unique twist on the classic Christmas meals. Discover the classic Australian Christmas foods today.

Be left red-faced by the latest makeup trend

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Be left red-faced by the latest makeup trend

It’s a makeup colour that has the capacity to either look classic or avant-garde, depending on where you use it. Of course we’re talking about red, red, red.

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We're Seeing Red

We're seeing red - and it is looking hot this summer. Let red be the new star of your wardrobe and don’t be afraid to face it head-on. Whether it’s a daring pencil skirt or luscious boots; red will certainly put a spotlight on your outfit this season.
Red is a fearless trend for any aspiring fashion standout. Pairing red with foundational colours, like black, white or even beige can create a striking style.

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Make White Rose & watermelon iced tea

Delicate rose combines with summery sweet watermelon makes for a very grown up iced tea, delicious served on balmy evenings!

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Make Cucumber & chicken sandwiches with Matcha mayo

A modern matcha take on a classic high tea morsel, these tea sandwiches are delightfully satisfying.

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Make Chocolate Chip Matcha Popsicles

Summer is on it's way in and what's better for summer than a healthy, freshing, delicious popsicle! Read on for our recipe.

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Our unbeatable cookie recipe for dad!

If your dad is anything like ours, he loves a good cookie! Read on for our favourite cookie recipe to share with dad this Father's Day!

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Charcoal is the new black

Charcoal is the latest food craze to sweep the nation, here’s everything you need to know to about it.

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HALLOUMI AND CHORIZO TOOTHPICKS

Halloumi and chorizo, where can you go wrong?!

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HONEY BALSAMIC GLAZED SHRIMP SKEWERS

A sweet and savoury shrimp recipe for the record books!

GOAT CHEESE WITH FIG SPREAD AND PROSCIUTTO

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GOAT CHEESE WITH FIG SPREAD AND PROSCIUTTO

An easy and delicious recipe that the whole family will love and want again and again!

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SWEDISH MEATBALLS

A Swedish meatball recipe to die for!

5 Super Healthy Food Trends You Haven’t Tried Yet

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Health, Fresh Food

5 Super Healthy Food Trends You Haven’t Tried Yet

We are all on the kale, quinoa and Greek yogurt band wagon, if you’re looking for new uber-healthy to your repertoire, look no further! Here are 5 new foods to add to your healthy diet.

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Cleansing with honey

2016 is all about natural remedies and one of our favourite is moving away from face cleansing with soap and onto honey!

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Adaptogens – the new stress-fighting superherbs!

Today on the blog: Adaptogens – the new stress-fighting superherbs!

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Today on the blog: Beauty products you drink!

It’s no secret that you are what you eat but now you are also what you drink! And we’re not just talking water! Read on to find out about the new beauty trend that's taking over the world!

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6 life hacks for eating better

Even though we enjoy healthy meal prep, it can sometimes feel a chore and often over overwhelming. Take note of the following tips and healthy lifestyle choices will become habits!