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How to avoid pre-made lunch boredom
Are you a lunch maker or a lunch buyer? I am personally a big advocate for lunch making. While it may seem like a hassle at the time, think of the time you will save lining up at the sandwich line, the money you will save compared to buying it every day, and of course how much healthier it is to make your own. But how do you keep it exciting and delicious, without hitting ‘pre-made lunch boredom? Read more…
How to keep your kids lunch box interesting
It’s that time of year again when kids go back to school to learn new things and play with friends. Parents, on the other hand, get to put their creative hats on to come up with food for the lunch box that their little students will eat and be nourished by. Well don’t worry because we have some easy ideas that you can use this year that your kids will love and won’t break the bank.
It is important to mix things up a bit to make sure your kids get some variety and don’t get bored of the same vegemite sandwiches every day. Healthy food such as apples and salad is generally cheap to pop in the lunch box and of course nutritious.
Top Father’s day feast ideas
I have a couple of Dads in my life, my Dad and my hubby. I’m planning to cook up a storm for the day to show them how much the kids and I appreciate them and to celebrate Dads and all they do.
I plan to make Dad’s day special with a day long feast they will never forget. From their favorite breakfast and lunch to a dinner they will love. Here are a couple of our recipe ideas to make this a special Father’s Day and to thank your Dad or special person in your life. Read more…
My Family Favourite Lunch – Zucchini & Carrot Slice
My kids enjoy most vegetables, but the poor old zucchini doesn’t rate highly with them. On the other hand my husband and I enjoy the refreshing taste. So when I’ve over estimated the number of zucchinis needed for the week I quite often make this zucchini and carrot slice.
It’s turned into one of our family favourites (along with Mini Quiches). It is one of those dishes that is good hot or cold teamed with a quick salad, yummy to pop in the kids lunch box or for me to take for lunch to work the next day. Read more…
The Lunchbox Monster
It is there, waiting – every school day morning – waiting to be filled: The Lunch Box Monster.
NOOOOOO!
(Think Luke Skywalker’s response to Darth Vader’s “I am your father” declaration, and you’ll get the “no” just right). Read more…
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