Gone are the days when you go to the bakery for a simple pie or sausage roll. Foods are becoming fancier and stores are getting more creative with their offerings. For those with a sweet tooth, there is a whole range of new hybrid foods popping up in bakeries. Finding these quirky bakeries is as easy as searching for bakeries near me. You may be familiar with the Cronut, … [Read more...]
Archives for October 25, 2017
Book Club: A Very Country Christmas
Author: Various (Fiona Greene, Alissa Callen, Rachael Johns, Juliet Madison, Victoria Purman) ISBN: 9781489248244 RRP: $29.99 Publisher: Harlequin Copy: Courtesy of the Publisher A Very Country Christmas is a sweet little selection of Christmas treats from some talented Australian authors. Looking at the authors included I knew that I had to have this book, I may think … [Read more...]
Vamp by Bras N Things
Elyse Knowles (The Block) is the face of a new campaign from Bras N Things for their exclusive collection titled Vamp. This is a daring and somewhat provocative range for empowered women. When asked about the Vamp collection, Elyse said, “This is such an amazing range, there are so many beautiful designs that I love and would wear every day. It’s comfy, which is what I’m … [Read more...]
2017’s Top 5 Most Popular Cosmetic Surgery Treatments
The end of 2016 came with countless predictions as to what 2017 would look like in the world of cosmetic surgery. With surgeons and social media moguls alike all making their predictions that Brazilian butt lifts and holiday treatments such as Turkey breast augmentation were going to be big this year, it looked like it was going to be a big year. But has that really been the … [Read more...]
Recipe: Vanilla Bean Butter
Add a luxurious touch to Sunday breakfast with a new twist on an old favourite. Serve with Croissants a la Plancha. Recipe courtesy of Maxwell & Williams. Ingredients: 250g butter, cubed 1 tablespoon vanilla bean syrup 1 tablespoon icing sugar Salt, to taste Method: Place butter into a mixing bowl and beat on high for 2 minutes or until soft. … [Read more...]
Recipe: Croissants a la Plancha
A European classic, croissants a la Plancha are a perfect solution for croissants on their second day. This is a snack for the truly indulgent. Recipe courtesy of Maxwell & Williams. Ingredients: 8 tablespoons vanilla bean butter 1 croissant split (day old preferred) Orange marmalade, to serve Icing sugar, to serve Method: Heat a large … [Read more...]
WIN: Smiggle Advent Calendar 2017
The Advent Calendar is BACK and better than ever! With more of what you love. It’s the best countdown to Christmas yet. You asked and Smiggle listened - this advent has 25 days of fan faves that are sure to bring smiles and giggles. If you want an Advent Calendar without the sugar rush, Smiggle has the perfect alternative. It is 25 days of cute stationery, with a … [Read more...]