Well, somehow I managed to miss October completely with book reviews, as I barely even managed to read one single book for the whole month! While November was as insanely busy as the previous month, I made a more conscious effort to spend at least 20 minutes a day reading. Now that my uni studies […]
Nanna’s Trifle
This simple trifle is a recipe from my Nanna, and it features on our Christmas table every year. Despite it’s basic appearance, the combination of feather-light sponge cake with jelly, custard and sweet peach slices is always a winner. I make a double batch of my Nanna’s custard to use in it, however you can […]
Classic Baked Cheesecake
The simple things in life are the best, and this simple, classic baked cheesecake is no exception. Easy to make, it is my go-to dessert during the busy holiday season when entertaining or for ‘bring-a-plate’ gatherings, and is guaranteed to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Classic Baked Cheescake Ingredients: 200g plain arrowroot […]
Side Hustle Ideas – Selling
Photo by Clem Onojeghuo on Unsplash So, you’ve been on a mission to declutter and simply your life, or simply wanted to clear out some toys or clothing that the kids have outgrown? Or perhaps with the silly season fast approaching, you are looking for ways to make some extra cash in time for Christmas and the school holidays? […]
Christmas Gift Ideas for Kids
This post contains some affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at absolutely no extra cost to you. Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash According to the ASIC MoneySmart website, Australians plan to spend $955 over the holiday season, with an expected Christmas debt hangover of $1,666 to pay off afterwards! With the vast array […]
Best Ever Banana Muffins
These seriously are the best ever banana muffins you will make! With light and fluffy centres that are enclosed in a crisp outside crust, they are a delicious treat. Best of all, they use up those overripe bananas that the kids, for whatever reason, decided that they didn’t want to eat this week (or […]
Savoury scones
Savoury scones make a super-easy lunchbox filler, light lunch or afternoon snack. Serve warm or cold with lashings of butter! Savoury Scones Ingredients: 2 cups self-raising flour (or 2 cups plain flour with 2 tsp baking powder added) 50g butter, cubed 4 slices ham, finely diced 1 spring onion, finely diced (or 2 tbs chives, […]
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A Step Back in Time at Jimbour House
Just outside the tiny town of Jimbour on the Darling Downs plains, lies the historic Jimbour House. Built in 1876, visiting the heritage listed home and it’s expansive grounds is like stepping back in time. The house itself is still a private residence and tours of the interior are only for special events. […]
Easy Pasties – Leftovers Reinvented
These pasties are an easy and delicious way to use up leftover roast meat, vegetables, and gravy or sauce. I don’t provide exact quantities for the ingredients in the filling, simply just add in what and how much you like and combine it together, as long as the mixture isn’t too runny or watery. If […]