Mental Health Day

There’s no better way to start the day with some baking! Today I decide to knock up some of Donna Hays’ Blueberry Muffins. I love making them because they’re so easy to prepare, and so delicious to [Read More]

Anzac and Orange Marmalade Slice

Cuts into 24 pieces I love marmalade more than Paddington, I'm sure of it. I recently played the Minimalism Game and during the month got rid of almost all the DVDs, all except Paddington that is. [Read More]

Frozen Yoghurt

Frozen Yoghurt  makes approximately 1 litre You will need an ice cream maker for this recipe! Use your imagination and your favourite flavoured yoghurt. Low fat/diet yoghurt and skim milk work [Read More]

Going Nuclear

So today, we head out bright and early to meet the Nuclear Medicine team to get the lowdown on my radioactive iodine treatment. The consult is in the public hospital and it’s a stark contrast to the [Read More]

Emily’s Chicken, Potato and Leek Soup

My friend Emily bought me this delicious chicken soup when I was recovering from my Thyroidectomy. I still remember the delicious golden broth, full of veggies and packed with chicken. As much as I [Read More]

Cherry Friand Slice

Cuts into 16 squares I'm a bit obsessed with all things egg white. Egg white omelette is my go-to breakfast order. I never say no to pav or meringue but this moreish slice is my new favourite way [Read More]

Chocolate Coconut Slice

Cuts into 16 squares This egg-free slice with it's  buttery, coconut base topped with a chocolate coconut ice topping is totally old skool and totally delicious. I adapted this recipe  from the [Read More]

Mani-cure

Enough Is enough. Those torpedo tablets are a health hazard. It’s only a matter of time before either David chops his finger off while attempting to cut them in half or I’m going to choke myself half [Read More]

Breakfast with the Boys

It’s always good to get up with a purpose. I’m looking forward to a double dose of visitors this morning.  Jim and Anton are coming for breakfast. David and I can never agree on whose friends they [Read More]

The Verdict

I get another one of those early morning calls from the Prof. They always unnerve me. I never know quite what to expect so early in the morning. The pathology results are in. And, apparently, they’re [Read More]