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Food, School holidays, Travel

Pearls and Plates is coming to Broken Bay – a foodie adventure you don’t want to miss!

Escape the ordinary and indulge in a day of fine dining, adventure and storytelling all in one of NSW’s most extraordinary landscapes.   When: 25 and 26 October 2025  Where: Secret Location, on the Lower Hawkesbury River  The adventure begins the moment you arrive at Broken Bay Pearl Farm’s Shellar Door. After a warm welcome, you’ll board our riverboat, cocktail in hand, and cruise along the Lower Hawkesbury’s winding estuaries past working oyster leases to our secret, water-access-only location – a private homestead steeped in character.   A short bush path leads you to elegantly set long tables overlooking the river. Here,…

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Food, Travel

Must-Try Foods on Your European Summer

Europe is calling. It’s that time of the year again when the mind and the heart dream of sipping exotic wines in Tuscany, biking through Amsterdam, sunbathing in Greek islands and trying frozen margaritas in Spain.  However, European vacations are not always about visiting famous spots and ticking off the cult classics from the bucket list. Social media trends have brought food to the spotlight. Hidden gems and local favourites are garnering all the attention on social media and driving food aficionados to little-known eateries and corner bakeries. There are quite a few authentic as well as reinvented dishes that…

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Food

Return to School, Return to Routine: Let Katering at Home Lighten the Load

The school shoes are scuffed, the term calendars are full, and your mornings are once again a blur of misplaced readers, half-eaten toast, and forgotten lunch orders. Welcome back to the school term. As the post-holiday haze clears, many of us are facing the juggle: the 7am lunchbox hustle, the 9am Zoom meeting, the 3pm pick-up scramble and somewhere in there, the mythical task of deciding what’s for dinner. That’s where we come in. At Katering at Home, we’re here to help busy families take a deep breath and hand over the midweek madness, at least when it comes to…

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Food, Garden

How to Start a Family Veggie Patch This Spring

Spring is a wonderful time for new beginnings — and what better way to make the most of the season than by starting a veggie patch with your family? Whether you’ve got a generous backyard or just a few pots on the patio, growing your own food is not only rewarding but also a great way to spend quality time outdoors. Gardening with children can be both educational and enjoyable. From learning where food comes from to developing patience and responsibility, it’s a hands-on activity that offers lasting benefits. The good news is, you don’t need to be a seasoned…

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Food

The Ultimate Guide to Buying Cake Online for Any Occasion

In this era of technology and connectivity​, online cake buying has gained immense popularity​. People opt for the internet when buying cakes due to the convenience, variety, and accessibility​. Whether it is a major event​ or a small get-together, a tasty cake can enhance any festivity​​. This article explores the various factors involved in purchasing cakes online​, guaranteeing a seamless and enjoyable process for everyone. Understanding Your Needs When starting to explore the range of cake options available out there, it’s important to figure out your individual preferences first. Take into account the nature of the occasion you’re marking when…

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Food, Free

Hay St Market announces its inaugural Bastille Day festival, a celebration of French culture, food and music

This July, Hay St Market at Paddy’s, located within Market City, presents its first-ever Bastille Day festival, transforming the city’s newest food destination into a bustling French marché. From Wednesday 9-Sunday 20 July, Hay St Market will come to life with a French food pop-up, cheese table, DJ’s, family-friendly activities and more.  Guests will be transported to the avenues of Paris and the kitchens of Provence – all without leaving Sydney. Market favourites Thomas Hay Bakery, The Cheese Table and Haymarket Health Lab, alongside dedicated French pop-up carts, will showcase a curated menu celebrating the flavours of France. The menu…

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Food

Custom Christening Cookies to Match Your Theme and Style

A christening is a very special day for families. It celebrates faith, hope, and the beginning of a child’s spiritual journey. Many parents want every part of this day to feel meaningful. That is why custom cookies, such as themed sugar cookies, have become a popular choice. They look beautiful, taste great, and match any style or theme you choose. Why Pick Custom Christening Cookies? Custom cookies are more personal than store-bought ones. You can work with a baker to choose shapes, colours, and personalised designs that fit your child’s christening. Many families ask for baptism cookies shaped like crosses,…

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Food

Meal Prep: The Mum-Friendly Secret to Less Stress, Better Moods and Smarter Eating

Between juggling school runs, work meetings, and the never-ending question of “What’s for dinner?”, it’s no wonder Aussie mums are feeling stretched thin. But what if a simple shift in your weekly routine could ease the chaos, boost your mood, and help your family eat better? Enter: meal prepping. Youfoodz, the Aussie favourite for ready-made meals, has teamed up with accredited dietitians Anna Debenham and Alex Parker of The Biting Truth to launch their new Psychology of Meal Prepping campaign. This initiative is encouraging families to ‘embrace the prep’ with practical tips and tricks to turn meal prepping into the…

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Business & Career, Food

Mumpreneurs Guide to Opening a Local Café

Opening a café has long felt like the perfect dream for many mums. After all, it blends flexibility, community, and creativity—three things that resonate with many parents trying to balance work and family life. Whether it’s the idea of creating a cosy space that reflects your personality or simply wanting to share your love for a good brew with your local community, stepping into the coffee business can be as rewarding as it is exciting. But before you dive in, one of the first investments to consider is a coffee machine for business. It might seem like a small detail,…

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Food

Easy Oven Bakes for Any Day of the Week

There’s something comforting about popping a dish into the oven, letting the heat do its magic while you wind down from a busy day. Whether you’re juggling work, kids, or just craving something hearty without the hassle, oven bakes offer a delicious and stress-free solution. They’re the quiet heroes of weekday dinners, low effort, high reward, and incredibly satisfying. The beauty of ovens is how effortlessly they transform basic ingredients into rich, flavorful meals. With just a bit of prep and a baking dish, you can layer up comfort food classics or experiment with bold flavors, all while minimizing cleanup….

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