“When it comes to teaching our children about nutrition, it comes down to a healthy dose of common sense, convenient access to a variety of food options (snacks and treats too), and cooking as a family in the kitchen” Continue reading How to teach kids good nutritional habits from a young age
We all know that we need to eat a balanced diet. But what exactly does that mean? Continue reading The key to living healthily is variety
If you had asked me in Jan last year if I would ever homeschool my kids, I would have laughed my head off. Now, I can’t imagine going back to traditional schooling. Continue reading How we started Homeschooling
Education is undoubtedly a valuable factor in one’s life, however, it is not a one-size fits all concept. Every child is unique and may be more receptive to different learning methods. Continue reading Wingu Academy – The most advanced blended learning platform in South Africa
Time is a commodity that we all seem to have less of. Between work, cooking, cleaning or looking after the family, it’s difficult to find time to just relax. This is why when you clean your home, using the right products and a routine makes the world of difference especially with the amount of time you’ll end up spending. Finding the right cleaning product for … Continue reading How to clean spotlessly with minimal effort
Different homes have different types of flooring which might leave you, as a homeowner, asking yourself how you should go about cleaning your floors to keep them looking new. Says Ammarah Chand, brand manager at Handy Andy: “While the task of cleaning your floors may seem like the simplest one on your list, it is important to remember that different floors have their own set … Continue reading 5 tips for easily cleaning and caring for your floors
Have you seen the new McCain Diced Beetroot packs? It’s a game changer! No more stained hands…and clothes…and kitchen towels. When I saw these packs I knew that I HAD to bake with them. I didn’t want to make a typical red velvet brownie so instead I added some coconut which completely changes the texture. Did you know that a dessert is only considered a … Continue reading Decadent Coconut & Beetroot Brownies in 1 Hour
Ah soji…the classic Indian dessert and often the highlight of a big Indian wedding. The key ingredient is semolina and let me tell you, it is delicious! I made soji for the first time a few weeks ago and one daughter loved it but the other hated it. So I decided to have a second go but make a cake instead. It turned out really … Continue reading Delicious Spiced Soji Cake
What a year it has been. 2020 is definitely one for the history books. Need to recharge you battery? I need to replace mine! Covid-19 changed our entire way of life. Mornings spent in traffic became mornings spent having breakfast with the family before heading off to work in the spare bedroom. Formal work attire became trackpants and comfy tees. Packing school lunches disappeared completely … Continue reading R2500 Voucher from Battery Centre – Here’s how you can win!
I say this to my kids so often and while it may apply to what colour jelly bean you get, it definitely doesn’t apply to major life changes. Here’s a little life update to let you know why I am actually upset with what I got, or WAS upset as is the case. Embracing new opportunities Last year I started working with a very good … Continue reading Work – You get what you get and you don’t get upset
The Cheeky Optimist 