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This crispy, zesty salad from The Vegan Society goes wonderfully with roasted vegetables. Try serving with roast kumara or pumpkin cut into cubes and sprinkled with salt and pepper, tossed...

Do you use dryer balls when drying your clothes, sheets and towels in the dryer? Dryer balls bounce around in the dryer separating laundry so that more air can circulate...

You know when the weather starts to warm up, it’s time to plant your tomatoes! Tomatoes are a must-have in any garden, the feeling of satisfaction as you pick a...

I cannot wait for you to try these eggless banana muffins. They are so good! Portia our daughter is the muffin queen and these are the best so far. Soft,...

Oats are one of the best things for your skin. Their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties help to treat dry skin, remove dead skin cells and soak up excess oil which...

Trick or treating may not be an option this year but you might be keen to dress-up and participate in some fun family activities at home, or decorate your house...

I keep hearing a lot about pine needle tea and its benefits for the immune system and why it's so popular right now. This tea smells lovely (like Christmas), has...

Have you heard about pine needle tea? There's a lot of discussion online currently about it's medicinal qualities and the possibility that it can boost the immune system and help...

This vegan shepherd's pie is extremely nutritious, high in protein, and tastes absolutely divine! Sunfed 'meats' cook, feel and taste just like animal meat but are vegan, gluten & soy...

NZAVS is Aotearoa's primary charity defending animals - their mission is to end animal experimentation and the harmful use of animals for research, testing and teaching in Aotearoa. Part of...

As a passionate herb and spice lover, I've been trying new recipes and using them even more at home. Maybe you know what I'm talking about; we all know that...

This recipe for Pecan & Coconut Bars is the perfect go to when you're looking for a quick and easy healthy treat. With only 10 minutes prep time they're ready...

Neem Oil is incredibly handy to have in your medicine cabinet and also the garden shed. Made into an insecticide it’s a good alternative to chemical laden sprays. Neem oil...

Good Herb Soda's and Terps & Co alcohol free spirits have really brightened up my lockdown! One thing I miss about giving up alcohol is having a perfectly mixed cocktail,...

This week we're sharing a post from Jessica aka Littlest Lady. Jessica is a blogger, bear lover and recovery enthusiast who has been documenting her wild ride of a life...

Whoever came up with the idea to roll a bunch of healthy, satisfying, and tasty ingredients into a ball should be awarded a prize! They really are one of the...

Growing up I have fond memories of Nana Dorothy’s jug of freshly made lemonade on the bench with a cute crocheted jug cover (pictured), complete with little decorative beads around...

We are all very used to the electronic conveniences of modern life, with the digital age spurring on the need for faster, more efficient electronics, we are seeing (or should...

This yummy brown rice with almonds comes together quickly, it's healthy and tasty and makes a terrific side dish to curries or other main dishes. I love it served with...

DIY toothpaste with ingredients, coconut oil, turmeric, stevia, baking soda, and bamboo toothbrush Natural toothpaste has come a long way since dipping your brush in baking soda and turmeric. There...

I came across this recipe when I was looking for ways to use herbs. Under my pile of books was one for herbal remedies, where I found this flavourful homemade...