Written by Peter Horsfield It’s common knowledge that debt and financial problems are the number one cause for stress and worry in our lives. Recently I met with “Frank and Ernest” who had amassed combined total debts of $127,000 across their credit cards, home loan and personal loans. Frank told me that they expected to be debt free in fifteen…
Turn 20 Days Into 52 Days Of Holidays This post was written by Peter Horsfield, as such, they are his personal views. As a financial planner for the last 20 years, planning is now well and truly part of my DNA. And between you and me, once you know the core fundamentals about money planning; working with numbers, projections, legislations and…
Learn all about Spelt, its origins, and uses, both now and throughout history.
Cookies That The Whole Family Will Love To Eat Spelt Cookies Written by Renata Trebing Cookies are a much-loved favourite for many people. In this recipe, the author has combined the ingredient spelt with another world favorite ingredient, the humble, but ever loved chocolate chip. If you are new to spelt, you might not know that it is an ancient…
Quinoa Stuffed Butternut Pumpkin Written by Tenina Holder Let’s face it pumpkin is an ever favourite, and combine that with a currently popular quinoa stuffing as an ingredient and you have a winner every time, it Quinoa stuffed! In this recipe, the author has created a delicious recipe that is also suitable for those who prefer to be vegan (if…
Although the combination of celeriac, parsnip and pear seem somewhat at odds with each other. They really work well together especially in this recipe for Celeriac & Pear Soup. We have sparked it up with the use of the fresh truffle, which is not necessary. Soups are always a perfect starter to a meal, and this one is no exception…
Written by Kevin Kapusi Starow I do not have a favourite of anything, as I believe it limits one, though clafoutis always satisfies. This recipe Chocolate & Cherry Clafoutis takes the traditional recipe and adds cocoa, for something sublime. Again this is not a terribly technical recipe, though it does need attention till you are comfortable with making it. Clafoutis…
Written by Hally Rhiannon-Nammu When it comes to looking after the environment we are reasonably well versed on what to do, what not to do and what options to strive towards. However, it comes to our own well being what is organic or not is commonly undertaken as an extreme. Influenced by trends and popularity of what is right or…
Teach your children to Become Conscious of their Footprint while Growing Stronger Together Written by Camille Lucy Going green is one of the simplest ways to incorporate conscious behaviour into your family – taking care of the planet that houses and supports us – and it’s easier than you may think. What’s more, going green doesn’t just benefit the planet.…
Learning all about the connections between environmental pollution and your health.
Understanding the family finances and how to take charge in these trying times.
Written by Kevin Kapusi Starow Gougeres are a traditional French recipe that is well-loved and admired across the globe. All we have done here in the recipe for Chanterelle & Herb Gougeres is to add our own touch to it. Adding a selection of fresh herbs and chanterelle mushrooms and the creaminess of Gruyere cheese. Basically, Gougeries are crispy chou…
The traditional risotto prepared with arborio rice is a classic of the Italian kitchen. We have taken this and reworked it to substitute the rice with beautiful pearl barley. Which provides, as long as it is cooked correctly a similar level of creaminess as the rice provides. Our recipe here for Pearl Barley & Chanterelle Risotto featured the chanterelle mushroom,…
Written by Kevin Kapusi Starow Here is a type of pizza recipe, well a posh French version, Chanterelle Tart Flammekueche. I have to admit it is very very tasty, and simple enough to prepare. You will see there is a bit of dairy on here, so if you are lactose intolerant, you may choose to avoid this one. In this…
Learn all about Chanterelle Mushrooms, its origins, and uses, both now and throughout history.
Written by Aimee Clark Here is a recipe out of left field, I have never had a Banana Cinnamon Jelly, or for that matter even a banana jelly. It is certainly not a flavour to be found on the supermarket shelves. Though I have to admit it is a way to use up an abundance of bananas, prior to them…
This is a perfect salad for winter, as it can be enjoyed either warm or cold. Roasted Root Vegetable Salad uses carrots sweet potatoes, and black radishes. In a combination that is bound by a biting vinegarette dressing that works well. If you are looking for ways to migrate to a more plant-based diet. Roasted Root Vegetable Salad, is certainly…
Brussel sprouts generally get a bad rap, probably due to the horrible ways in which they are generally prepared. Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad is a perfect recipe to showcase the best of this vegetable, as there is no cooking involved. It is too easy to overcook this little gem of a vegetable, and once that occurs. Even for me, they…
Internet Safety Written by Annette Rose The online world continues to evolve, especially with the invention of high powered smart devices. There is a lot that the internet has to offer. Life has become smoother, faster, and better all thanks to the virtual space and the solutions that it provides for individuals and families alike. However, the internet also comes…
Written by Jessa Lewis In this day and age of the internet, social media and smartphones, it can be a tricky line to balance being present in online businesses and, in a position to communicate online with others whilst also considering cyber safety. It’s also too simplistic to just say – don’t go online, show up less online or tell…
Written by Grace Conyers If I were to ask you to name off all the apps that use your GPS location on your phone, tablets, and computers would you know? Sure, there are your maps, but did you know your email, social media, and even some games use location data? If you have a modern car with a navigation unit…
Practical security advice for your African holiday How To Stay Safe Travelling Africa Written by Tracey Bell With an average of four and a half million tourists arriving each year (that is pure tourists, excludes business travellers and diaspora visiting family), tourism is the number one industry for many African nations, and vital to their economies. However, the “Dark Continent”…
To Keep Families Safe Online Written by Marguerite Cheng The internet is an extraordinary place. Kids, teens, and adults can find joy and countless hours of entertainment day and night. Unfortunately, dangers lurk everywhere, and they’re not always easy to spot. Protecting you and your family when sharing events and pictures, researching reports, or playing games online is crucial. From…
Internet Safety 4 Hacks To Protect Yourself & Your Family Online Written by Victoria Radford Stranger Danger used to be all about making sure kids didn’t talk to strangers on our way home from school or get into anyone’s car just because they were offered a lolly. It seemed easier to understand the idea of a physical person trying to…
