By Hayley Pearson Right now, we’re at the hairdressers. Hair covered in layers of foils, and cape on — like a super hero. The lovely hairdresser just said to me, “How lucky are you, you get to do your dream job?” So it got me thinking… We aren’t lucky. You see, flash back two years […] Read more…
3 QUICK AND EASY BREKKY IDEAS :: Moo Premium Foods 3 Quick & Easy Breakfasts We often hear that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”. Yes it helps kickstart your metabolism. Yes it refuels your energy levels, and yes it improves memory and concentration. But let’s be honest, sometimes some extra ‘snooze […] Read more…
By Lauren :: Romeo’s Time to cook the world’s easiest pasta. Anyone can do this and it’s great for a mid-week dinner. I got all these great, fresh ingredients from my local Romeo’s. Ingredients 250 gm of pasta – I opted for gluten free penne 1 red onion, diced 80ml (1/3 cup) extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoon […] Read more…
By Laura :: Romeo’s Healthy dinner to work-lunch idea — Black rice and roast veggie salad. All ingredients available from your local Romeo’s. Ingredients 1 1/2 cup black rice 1kg butternut pumpkin, deseeded, cut into squares 10-15 small brussel sprouts 1 red onion, diced 80ml (1/3 cup) extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar […] Read more…
A Candid Interview with Joel Van Moore aka “Vans The Omega”. Guest blog by Fatema “Tema” Sitabkhan Follow Fatema on social… :: FACEBOOK :: INSTAGRAM :: TWITTER Having lived in Adelaide for over 7 years, it has become my mission in the last 4 years to track down every single mural that […] Read more…
Guest Blog by :: Australian Skin Clinics Have you heard rumours of burns, pain and redness after laser hair removal? While laser hair removal is perfectly safe and relatively pain-free, it pays to do your research, be prepared and follow the recommended aftercare. Here are our top tips on making sure you avoid a laser […] Read more…
By Laura :: G-Fresh Spices Main ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 3/4 cup of uncooked white quinoa (rinsed and drained well) 2 tsp G-Fresh Curry Powder (Mild) 1/2 tsp vegetable stock powder 1 tbsp G-Fresh Minced Garlic 1/2 tsp G-Fresh Mustard Seeds (Yellow) 2 large carrots (peeled and diced) 1/2 cup corn kernels 1/3 cup sultanas 1/4 […] Read more…
By Laura :: G-Fresh Spices Main ingredients 1 sweet crust pastry 200g caster sugar 2 tbsp cornflour Zest of one orange 400g rhubarb (trimmed of rough ends and cut into 1.5cm pieces) 350g mixed berries (fresh or frozen) Crumble 100g plain flour 40g brown sugar 2 tbsp caster sugar 1 tbsp G-Fresh Vanilla Sugar 1/4 tsp G-Fresh […] Read more…
By Laura :: G-Fresh Spices Ingredients 1 small cauliflower (cut into small florets) 2 tsp G-Fresh Ground Cumin 2 tsp G-Fresh Paprika (Hot) 1 tsp G-Fresh Ground Coriander ½ tsp G-Fresh Ground Cinnamon 2 tbsp olive oil G-Fresh Pink Himalayan Salt (fine) 1 brown onion (chopped) 1 tsp G-Fresh Minced Garlic 3 cups vegetable stock 2 tbsp chopped […] Read more…
By Laura :: G-Fresh Spices Ingredients 1tbsp vegetable oil 1 large brown onion (chopped) 2 tbsp G-Fresh Minced Chilli 1 tbsp G-Fresh Minced Ginger 1 tsp G-Fresh Coriander (ground) 850g sweet potato (peeled and chopped) 4 cups (1 litre) vegetable stock 1 cup of water 1 tbsp fish sauce 1 tbsp lime juice 2 tsp brown sugar […] Read more…
By Laura :: G-Fresh Spices Ingredients 1 tbs olive oil 1 large brown onion (chopped) 1 tbs G-Fresh Minced Garlic 300g sweet potatoes (peeled and chopped) 600g tomatoes (chopped) 1 tbs G-Fresh Mixed Herbs 1/4 tsp G-Fresh Pink Himalayan Salt (fine) 2 tbs tomato paste 3 cups vegetable stock 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves Method Heat […] Read more…
Guest Blog By Erin Brennan :: Little Whimsy Co. When you’re about to have a baby and people say things like, “Your life will never be the same again”, or, “Your whole world is about to change”, it feels like it’s said as a life sentence. And I always took it as though those people […] Read more…
By Hayley Pearson We’ve spent the last eight months travelling around our beautiful state, bed-hopping (in a non-sexual kind of way), to find some of our fave SA weekend accommodation picks. Here’s what we found: RENMARK :: 6 Star, The Frames Luxury Accommodation Website :: luxuryaccommodationsouthaustralia.com.au Our review :: 10-reasons-to-visit-the-frames-luxury-accommodation Or Wilkedene Woolshed Brewery Houseboats Website :: aboverenmark.com.au/micro_brewery CLARE […] Read more…
Guest Blog By Leah Brunoli – CEO/Managing Director/Bridal Coordinator of Adelaide-based hair and beauty empire Fresh Hair & Body. The Best Beauty and Hair Trends for Autumn/Winter 2017 Winter is here, so time to switch over beauty trends and products. As the northern hemisphere steals our warmth and we steadily get cooler, we can also […] Read more…
By Hayley Pearson When was the last time you went to Aldinga? Unless you live there, I bet it’s been a while. I don’t know why I wait so long between visits – it’s all shades of beautiful! We’re lucky enough to drive around in Viv, our Volvo XC90. We often use Viv as an […] Read more…
Guest Blog by the Adeladies at Somo-Studio Somo studio are an online based interior design and styling service. Follow along on social… :: WEBSITE :: FACEBOOK :: INSTAGRAM 1. Go Green! Indoor greenery is such an affordable and rewarding way to add life and brighten your space. They not only look […] Read more…
By Hayley Pearson Cancer is never invited. EVER. But sometimes it rocks up unexpectedly in the people we love most. We are doing something special for our mums. For our friends. For our grandmothers and for all Adeladies affected by cancer. We’re holding a Longest Table dinner to FORK CANCER. And we are not doing […] Read more…
WIN drinks and a cheese platter for you & 3 friends at @MrGoodbar on Union Street – valued at $200! To enter on Instagram, TAG your bestie and FOLLOW @MrGoodbarADL and @_Adelady to be in the running! You can also enter via our Facebook, by letting us know who should share this amazing prize with and you should head over and show @MrGoodbarAdelaide some love. […] Read more…
WIN a month worth of FREE specialty coffee for you and a friend – that’s 60 coffee’s all up valued at over $300 from @FirstThingsFirstCoffee drive through on Main North Road. To enter on Instagram, TAG your bestie and FOLLOW @firstthingsfirstcoffee and @_Adelady to be in the running! You can also enter via our Facebook, by letting us know who you will share this […] Read more…
Guest Blog by Emma Smith :: Smart Analysis Follow along on Social :: FACEBOOK :: WEBSITE Do you find yourself regularly stepping on the scales and wondering why nothing’s changing? Do you follow a healthy lifestyle or have made good choices and still wondering why you aren’t seeing the results in your weight? Well […] Read more…
By Dinah Crowe :: G-Fresh Inspired by my trip to Dubai Ingredients Serves 4-6 6 forequarter lamb chops Lightly dust forequarter chops in seasoned flour then pan fry in olive oil until nicely browned on both sides. Set aside. 6 celery sticks finely diced 3 carrots finely diced 2C vegetable pulp from cold press juicer […] Read more…
By Hayley Pearson This takes Singing In The Rain to a Whole. New. Level! Umbrella Winter City Sounds is landing on our doorstep and we ALL must step outside (coats on) and get amongst it. This two week live music festival kicks off on the 14th July to the 30th July 2017, and will warm […] Read more…
WIN a @TOASTSOCIETY jacket for you and a friend to keep warm this Winter, valued at $560! Plus, 2 invites to the official Toast Launch Party at Wildchild Style Lab on June 7. To enter on Instagram, TAG your bestie and FOLLOW @toastsociety and @_Adelady to be in the running! You can also enter via our Facebook, by letting us know who should share […] Read more…
Planning for the future: What do I need to know? By Vanessa Ho Most of us don’t want to think about the realities of ageing and death. In fact, most of us would rather live in hope that the Fountain of Eternal Youth is real. The bad news is that unfortunately, it’s not. That being […] Read more…
By Jess from Dressed in Copper It’s been a long time between platter posts- let’s face it, I’ve been too busy eating cheese and not spending enough time writing about it. Now that the vineyards change colour and the weather begins to get cooler, it’s the perfect time to hunt out some fabulous cellar doors […] Read more…
By Hayley Pearson Once upon a time… we met Laura. Isn’t it weird when you meet someone as an adult and even though you’ve only known them a short time, that person feels like “home”? That’s what Laura is. She’s an old (really OLD) “school friend” that we’ve only just met. We get lots of emails […] Read more…
Guest Blog by Marisa Riccio, Hood Sweeney Follow along on social :: FACEBOOK :: LINKEDIN So, you want to start your own business? – 7 things they never tell you At Hood Sweeney we are excited about the new generation of serial entrepreneurs that we see walking through our doors on South Terrace. There’s […] Read more…
By Dinah Crowe :: Romeo’s Featured on episode 15 of Adelady on Channel 9, Adelaide… All ingredients available from your local Romeo’s. Here is how to platter like a boss… the idea is to have no blank space! Ingredients 2 soft cheeses – like a double brie and a goats Arancini balls – Buy frozen […] Read more…
YUMMY YOGHURT RHUBARB GRANOLA RECIPE Ingredients x1 bunch of rhubarb MOO Creamy Smooth yoghurt crunchy granola or muesli 55g of raw sugar Method Cut rhubarb into approx 25mm chunks Place rhubarb chunks in saucepan over medium-low heat and gradually add the raw sugar, stirring as you go Cover and cook over low heat until rhubarb […] Read more…
5 reasons why you should step up your work outs this winter Stair climbing is the perfect high intensity work out – it’s explosive, fast, based on strength and it gets results. Plus, it’s fun! With Stadium Stomp, the ultimate stair climbing challenge returning to Adelaide Oval on Sunday 9 July, we thought we’d give […] Read more…
By Dinah Crowe :: Romeo’s Featured on episode 13 of Adelady on Channel 9, Adelaide… SLOW COOKED LAMB Ingredients 8 forequarter lamb chops 1/2 C plain flour 2T Greek seasoning 1 bulb garlic few sprigs of lemon thyme Juice of 1 lemon & 1 piece lemon peel (no pith) 1L chicken stock 1 x 400g […] Read more…
Win a pair of Blue Planet Recycled Sunglasses – Taylor Tortoise + a Pineapple clutch, worth $128, thanks to Greenlife. These stylish, eco-friendly sunglasses are made using 100% recycled plastic and metal, and come with polarised lenses. A new pair of reading glasses will also be donated to a person in need. The Pineapple clutch […] Read more…
By Laura Bakhtiarian :: @Picesofme___ Ingredients 200g Good quality Dark Chocolate, chopped. Menz FruChocs, mixed dark and melt chocolate. Method Start by bringing the 3/4 of the chopped chocolate to 101°F, using the double boiling method. Once the chocolate is throughly melted and up to temperature, remove it from the stove and gently mix in the […] Read more…
By Dinah Crowe :: Romeo’s Featured on episode 14 of Adelady on Channel 9, Adelaide… All ingredients available from your local Romeo’s. GRILLED SCOTCH FILLET SALAD WITH SIRACHIA AIOLI AND FRESH HERBS Ingredients 2 x scotch fillet olive oil sea salt 2T whole egg mayonnaise 1T sirachia sauce Juice and rind of lime 2C mixed […] Read more…
Win a $100 Coltish Boutique voucher To enter, jump onto our Instagram, TAG a friend who deserves this AMAZING prize and LIKE @coltishboutique and @_adelady to be in the running. You can also enter via our Facebook, by letting us know which friend deserves this AMAZING prize with and you should head over and follow @ColtishBoutique and show them some love. Photo (above) will be posted on […] Read more…
We all want to spoil Mum for Mother’s Day because we ALL have the best Mum’s in the world, right? But where do we start? Here’s a tip — Head to King William Road! The strip, has Mother’s Day gifts and experiences for every kind of Mum. Firstly, mums love food! So, spoil her with […] Read more…
Guest Blog by Ashlea Battaglia — Ooh Lala Lash Boutique, King William Road Follow Ooh Lala Lash Boutique on social: WEBSITE FACEBOOK LUXE LASH LIFT Wake up with curled natural lashes with the The Luxe Lash Lift. Providing a natural to dramatically curled look on your natural lashes lasting 6-8 weeks. In just 45minutes, […] Read more…
Guest Blog by Sabine Drilling + Hayley Pearson There are a 1000 reasons why we should all start the conversation and get a Heart Health Check at your local GP. But here is just one… This is Adelady, Sabine’s story. “8 years ago at the age of 48 I considered myself to be relatively fit […] Read more…
Family Law: “I’m keeping the pets!”- By Marwa Shabbar :: Websters Lawyers Have you ever heard of Pistol and Boo? They’re the two dogs who rocketed to fame after it was alleged that in 2015 their celebrity owners, Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, illegally brought them into Australia. More recently, the Yorkshire Terriers have been […] Read more…
By Cimon Styling Follow Cimon on social :: @cimon_styling @timestwo_blog It’s racing season again this May in Adelaide and with so many race days ahead of us (see full schedule here), I’m sure you’re thinking, what do I wear? Racewear has shifted in the last couple of years, yes there are still rules, but […] Read more…
By Hayley Pearson There is no known cause and no known cure. 3 out of 4 people are diagnosed before they’re 35. Every person living with it, has a different outcome. You’ll never really know what your future holds. I’m talking about MS — the most common chronic neurological condition affecting young Australian adults. Everyone’s […] Read more…
Guest blog by Leah Grant :: FACEBOOK :: INSTAGRAM THE HONEST CREATIVE TRUTH with Claire Ishino I love, love, yes LOVE ART. I love seeing, following, making and chatting all things creative. But if I’m 100% honest I don’t always feel creative. In fact sometimes, I don’t even know how to get back into […] Read more…
By Dinah Crowe :: Romeo’s Featured on episode 12 of Adelady on Channel 9, Adelaide… All ingredients available from your local Romeo’s. Salt & Pepper fish skewers served with a slaw, wedge of iceberg & orange Ingredients 350g firm flesh fish – I like using Flake A good shake of G-Fresh Salt & Pepper seasoning. […] Read more…
Guest Blog By Leah Brunoli – CEO/Managing Director/Bridal Coordinator of Adelaide-based hair and beauty empire Fresh Hair & Body. The Best Hair & Makeup Looks for Racing Season Image credit: http://www.facebook.com/meaghancoles.nowandthenphotography — at Morphettville Racecourse. Autumn racing is well and truly creeping up on us, with Adelaide Cup been and gone in early March (we like […] Read more…
By Dinah Crowe :: Romeo’s Featured on episode 11 of Adelady on Channel 9, Adelaide… FRUIT CRUMBLE Served with double cream and a sprinkling of cinnamon and mint. Ingredients :: All available from your local Romeos. 100g butter chilled 100g plain flour 100g rolled oats 1t ginger powder 1t G-Fresh Cinnamon 1kg fruits – […] Read more…
By Hayley Pearson Just 50 minutes up the Freeway in Viv the Volvo and you’ll find yourself in stunning wine country — Langhorne Creek. Look around and you could be anywhere in the world, but you’re not, you’re just around the corner. If you never been, why the hell not? It’s awesome! So, whack on […] Read more…
Guest blog by the amazing Sally Sanders, Co-Founder of MOO Premium Foods As a mum of 4, I know a thing (or twenty) about staying sane as a busy, working parent. In the lead up to Mother’s Day, here is my ultimate ‘mum survival tips’. You’re welcome. Sal x 1. Bedroom doors are your best […] Read more…
Guest Blog by Hannah Waller, Hood Sweeney Follow along on social :: FACEBOOK :: LINKEDIN The only things certain in life are death and taxes… You insure everything ranging from your home and your pets to a holiday, but have you ever looked at personal insurance? It could be the one thing that […] Read more…
By Hayley Pearson As cute as a bug’s ear, this Bed and Breakfast cottage is located in the heart of one of Australia’s best kept secrets, Langhorne Creek! Lake Breeze‘s “Creek Cottage”, has two very homely and spacious living and sitting areas plus a kitchen with everything you need, including a delicious breakfast! With two […] Read more…
By Head Chef of Chapel Hill Wines, Chris Imgraben Self-Saucing Chocolate Pomegranate Tortino Recipe Ingredients (Serves 10) 300g Dark Couverture Chocolate 150g Plain Flour 300g Butter 150g Sugar 8 Eggs 50g Vincotto Method Preheat the oven to 165°C. Lightly grease with butter individual ramekin dishes, 8cm in diameter. Melt the butter and chocolate in […] Read more…