This recipe by helga’s health hacks look  amazing!!! These veggie patties are so incredibly versatile that you can make them a regular lunch or dinner choice without getting bored. Try them over a salad, with steamed vegetables, topped with salsa, in a lettuce or cabbage leaf, dipped into a natural whole food dressing. Ingredients: 2…

I just watched a YouTube video ‘Staying Present & Knowing Yourself with Kunal Nayyar’ by Mayim Bialik (Amy from Big Bang Theory) where she breaks down mental health issues and interviews people to talk about their mental health journey or topic of specialisation. “Armed with a PhD in Neuroscience and plenty of personal experience, I’m…

  Four years ago on my second visit to Gion, Japan it was raining and I decided to ring up the closest restaurant to our accommodation in Gion, Kyoto for lunch – Kako Okamato. In broken english the waitress told me that they were only open for dinner. I booked a table for Philip and…

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We love Dinnerly. It’s always exciting when the Dinnerly box arrives and you unpack the items inside. I love the variety of recipes and the feeling of satisfaction you feel when you taste the food you’ve just cooked. Get $45 off your first three boxes with Dinnerly SIGN UP NOW

I love tea and I love advent calendars so I really love this product – English Tea Shop Organic Book Style Advent Calendar – Red. It is sold at Nourished Life – one of my favourite online Australian shopping retailers. “Enjoy a delicious organic tea each day in December to count down the days until…

As a type 2 diabetic, it is important that I reduce the sugar in my diet. I am also gluten intolerant, which makes things difficult when purchasing products. In March 2020 I noticed two new sugar free and gluten free products: o Orgran Acai Sugar-Free Coconut Curls o Orgran Matcha Sugar-Free Matcha Coconut Curls. Both…

 The Cleveland Sunday Markets are a highlight of my week. I love the happy vibe with people enjoying their Sunday doing some retail therapy 🛍 Meander down Bloomfield street in Cleveland, Brisbane South-East – close to bus and train stops with something for everyone. The market features food stalls including the famous Transylvanian Cheese Pies…

I’m attending Melanie’s ‘Love Yourself Retreat’ 2-day event on December 5th-6th 2020. During this challenging time, self love is even more prevalent than ever. Set in the Hinterland, this retreat is designed for each person to understand and learn unique ways to love themselves with true self care and nurturing. Completely hygienic, this retreat provides…

I am a member of the Australian Greens and will vote for Ian Mazlin, Greens candidate for  Oodgeroo, Redlands Coast QLD. Oodgeroo consists of the suburbs of Birkdale, Wellington Point, Ormiston and Cleveland. It also covers the area of North Stradbroke Island.  Ian is opposed to the Toondah Harbour Development plans for a development on…

The Flour Mill Bakery is a traditional country bakery in Queen Street, Cleveland. Located near Thai Siam, it has become popular with locals and with the quality and prices I can understand why. I have visited them several times, mostly to purchase some of their Gluten Free options but also some of their other products…

Dinnerly makes it easy to create simply delicious home-cooked meals that everyone will love. Smoked Salmon and Potato Pizza with Creamy Horseradish Sauce September 12, 2020 by An Instant On The Lips Category Recipes These totally moreish pizzas scored top marks in the Dinnerly test kitchen. With their crispy bases topped with spinach and thin slices…

with Capsicum and Green Beans   Low-Cal Pork Singapore Noodles September 11, 2020 by An Instant On The Lips Cuisine Asian Category Recipes Bring this Asian classic to the table in record time. Simply stir-fry juicy pork, crisp veggies and oodles of noodles, then toss together with a mild curry powder. Persons 2 Serving Size 1…

with Lemony Silverbeet and Roast Carrots The first time I tried dukkah was at a food expo. I fell in love with dukkah then. When I saw this meal option on Dinnerly I thought it was something I’d love to try. I am so glad I did! Not only were the steps easy to follow,…

Well Naturally sugar-free chocolate is on special at Woolworths this week. My favourite is Coconut Delight which is very moreish. You can now enjoy real cocoa deliciousness without the added sugar. Well Naturally No Sugar Added Chocolate is made with premium ingredients and sweetened naturally with stevia. Stevia has no calories, making it a healthier…

When it comes to fast meals, a stir-fry is hard to beat. Serve up chicken, carrot and peas in a tasty sesame stir-fry sauce and team with oodles of noodles.   Sesame Chicken Noodles with Carrots and Peas September 8, 2020 by An Instant On The Lips Cuisine South African Category Recipes We love Peri Peri…

with Mixed Leaf and Chat Potato Salad Another dinnerly hit was the Low-Cal Peri Peri Beef Steaks with Mixed Leaf and Chat Potato Salad. I loved the Peri Peri Pork Pizzas so I knew this was a great Dinnerly meal box option. Philip is the steak expert in our home and it was cooked perfectly…

I just put an order in with Lou for some LipSense lipsticks This unique product is waterproof and does not kiss off, smear off, rub off, or budge off! I chose the Plumeria and B.Red colours. I’ve been buying LipSense lipsticks for years now and just love them. No longer worried about having to constantly…

Gluten-free Savoury seasoned bone broth concentrate Previously Meadow & Marrow (Now Gevity RX) Product Description The richness of the broth and the aromatic lemon-and-herb seasonings make this bone broth concentrate a wonderfully warming drink all on its own, but you can also add it to gravies, mashed vegetables, roast chicken or lamb, and other savoury…

Tonight on the menu is Low-Cal Tuscan Chicken Casserole with Green Beans from our Dinnerly box. This recipe had me excited and as it was cooking I was practically drooling.  The Tuscan spices, garlic and dijon mustard had my kitchen smelling amazing!   Low-Cal Tuscan Chicken Casserole with Green Beans August 18, 2020 by An Instant…

Yumm! That’s what I think of the ‘Jamaican Jerk Chicken with Coconut Rice and Creamed Corn’ meal we made from a dinnerly box with recipe. I have never tried Jamaican Jerk seasoned meat before and OMG I want more! Jamaican Jerk Chicken with Coconut Rice and Creamed Corn July 15, 2020 by An Instant On The…

Tonight’s Dinnerly meal was ‘Reduced-Carb Pork San Choy Bau with Salted Peanuts’. I was excited about this meal choice as I love San Choy Bau. Ever since i tried it in the mid 80s it has been a firm favourite when dining out in Chinese restaurants. You can make it with pork, beef, chicken or duck…

I love Dinnerly Meals. This time it’s ‘Lamb and Carrot Pie with Potato and Pea Mash’. I love cottage pie and this was a nice twist on that theme and the delicious pea in the mash was a highlight.   Lamb and Carrot Pie with Potato and Pea Mash July 8, 2020 by An Instant On…

This week’s Dinnerly box included the ingredients and recipe for ‘Chicken and Cashew Stir-Fry with Hokkien Noodles’. I chose it because I love Chicken and Cashew Stir-Fry but I had never made it myself. Dinnerly meals are easy and simply delicious home-cooked meals that everyone will love. Chicken and Cashew Stir-Fry with Hokkien Noodles July…

I LOVE cottage pie so this Dinnerly meal choice was a no-brainer! I have cooked cottage pie before but not with a sweet potato mash, which made me excited. It’s a perfect choice for this Wintery weather. Beef Cottage Pie with Cheesy Sweet Potato Mash July 7, 2020 by An Instant On The Lips Cuisine British…

Another favourite Dinnerly meal is ‘Reduced-Carb Middle Eastern Lamb with Cauliflower ‘Rice’ and Almonds’.  The instructions are easy to follow and the flavours are amazing. Harissa is quite warm so you might want to adjust it to your taste. I have never made Cauliflower Rice before and I definitely will make it again! The ‘Make…

Uber Eats is running Your Local Food Fest where every day they feature a cuisine with a big discount off Uber Eats for that cuisine. Tonight (June 23rd, 2020) it is Mexican with 50% off with the code SUPPORTLOCALMEX Each day until June 30th visit the link below to find out what cuisine is discounted…

I love Dinnerly. It’s fresh food ingredients delivered to your door with easy to follow recipes that taste amazing. I chose Mint and Rosemary Pork Steaks with Roast Potatoes and Feta. I love all of these ingredients and they work well together. Follow the recipe below for a tasty meal that is sure to please.…

Recently we signed up for Dinnerly and our first meal is Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Pumpkin, Feta and Walnuts. What I loved about it was the freshness of the ingredients, easy to follow the recipe and fantastic results. Below is the recipe. If you make this delicious meal let us know by emailing aninstantonthelips@gmail.com. Click the…

When deciding on my Dinnerly meals for the week I chose Lemongrass Chicken Stir-Fry with Pumpkin and Jasmine Rice. I love lemongrass. I used to grow it and it is amazing in recipes, especially with chicken. I also brew it up with hot water for a lemongrass tea. Yumm! This stir fry was easy to…

I love Nourished Life. It’s my favourite shopping destination for Clean Beauty products. For a short time, you can receive a FREE gift when you spend $99 – which is so easy to do! I ordered the Beauty Sample Subscription Box from Nourished Life. For only $25 each month you receive a beauty box delivered to…

I recently signed up for Dinnerly which is a cheaper version of Marley Spoon. I used a voucher for $45 off the first 3 boxes. For my first box (including shipping) I paid $37.45 for six meals (3 days x 2 people). This week I chose the following three meals: Pan-Fried Gnocchi with Pumpkin, Feta…

Recently T2 Tea had a sale. I bought five teas for $54 including free delivery. The RRP is $116. I love a bargain! o Vanilla Mint 50g $5 (RRP $16) o Organic Earl Grey 50g $7 (RRP $12) o Gorgeous Geisha 100g $12 (RRP $16) o The Queen’s Peach 150g $15 (RRP $26) o Very…

Recently I discovered  Lyndey Milan’s Taste of Ireland program in which Lyndey travels around Ireland, interviews local chefs and producers and features Irish recipes. Lyndey was visiting Cork in the second episode of  Taste of Ireland. After shopping in the historic English Market, Lyndsey cooked ‘Rib-Eye of Beef with Irish Whiskey Sauce and Pea Medley’.…

Our first time dining out since COVID-19 restrictions were lifted was at The Anchor by the Bay on Friday night. A lovely English themed restaurant located at Raby Bay Harbour’s dining precinct in Cleveland, Brisbane South-East QLD. It was once the site of the Funky Mexican Cantina – a favourite Mexican restaurant that closed its…

I was perusing Instagram and came across this how-to guide on how to grow mushrooms in a bucket. I remember growing mushrooms in a box in the dark when I was a child and have always wanted to do it as an adult. Below is an article by Milkwood Permaculture  Ready to learn the way…

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I was looking for a new Gluten-Free carrot cake recipe and found this one by Jamie Oliver. I am a big fan of Jamie’s and when I baked this cake I was very impressed. “Deliciously spiced gluten-free carrot cake – perfect with a nice cup of tea ”   Jamie Oliver’s Gluten-Free Carrot Cake May…

Recently I discovered Malolo Poke Hawaiian restaurant on Uber Eats. Delicious food with a twist of Thai and Japanese cuisines. Located in Capalaba QLD. “Malolo is a Hawaiian inspired salad bar with an Asian fusion touch. We have sought to become a platform that could empower people to make healthier decisions by turning salads into a…

I love the Well Naturally No Sugar Added Chocolate varieties. As someone with Type 2 Diabetes, I have to limit how much sugar I eat and usually avoid chocolate because of the sugar content. I love the Well Naturally No Sugar Added Coconut Delight Milk variety the most. It reminds me of Coconut Rough which…

Below is a list of restaurants and cafes in Redlands Coast, Brisbane that offer delivery or take away options. 107 Cafe (Capalaba Central) 3 Tiers Cafe (Ormiston) Bang Bang Chicken (Birkdale) *Uber Eats Banjo’s Bakery Café (Cleveland) *Uber Eats Billy’s Bar B Que (Mt.Cotton)  Burgers with Bite (Capalaba Park) *Uber Eats Cleveland Sands Hotel (Cleveland)…

  In these days of coronavirus, I have decided to regrow vegetables that we already have in our home. How cool is that? Celery is so expensive these days. I paid $12 for my last bunch! If you have a  bunch of celery,  cut the base of the celery off and put it in water,…

I’ve always wanted to try this and OMG it is finicky work. Stuffed zucchini flowers with ricotta and four cheese 🧀 stuffing with salt and pepper ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️   Stuffed Zucchini Flowers with Ricotta March 28, 2020 by An Instant On The Lips Cuisine Italian Category Recipes Stuffed zucchini flowers are one of Italy’s most graceful and…

The first time I tasted baked ricotta cakes was when I was living near the Gourmet Platter store in Corrimal, NSW. Once a week they had tastings of new products and I fell in love with the texture and flavour of their ricotta cakes with ham and capers.   Tonight I decided to make some…

Living with Chronic Disease with a suppressed immune system means that it is super important that I eat foods and supplements that help to boost the immune system. Whether it is in a stir fry, soup or accompanying a meal, I eat these foods on a regular basis, plus many more nutrient-packed fruit and vegetables:…

I love making chicken and vegetable soup! Whenever I am feeling rundown I get out my big saucepan, boil some water, add the chicken and vegetables, some garlic, mixed herbs, massel vegetable or chicken stock powder and inhale the amazing smells from my stove. My mother’s family are famous for their soup but my favourite…

I’m loving these  videos on plants and food hacks. I have already used several of these ideas and already used some of the ideas to regrow some fruit and vegetable scraps (carrot, celery, avocado, mango). Let me know which food hack you’re going to try There’s also a great blog post on Don’t Waste The…

ARE YOU SWITCHING OFF THIS SATURDAY? Sign up to SwitchOff at 8.30pm on Saturday, 28 March 2020, and raise your voice for nature. There are many ways your business can get involved in Earth Hour: #SwitchOff for Earth Hour and register your participation Send them your logo to include on their pledge wall to call…

The Australian Organic Meat Co are based in Capalaba, Brisbane SE Queensland. They have an online store with home delivery on orders over $80 within the Redlands Coast area. My friend Patsy visits them often and after viewing her video on Facebook I asked her to pick up some Organic meat from them which was…

Hi everyone, Now that the Cleveland Markets in Cleveland, Brisbane QLD is temporarily closed I will be doing my best to support the amazing stallholders and getting things home delivered. The first businesses I will be ordering from are some of my favourite produce stalls.

My Uncle Steve Karkoski was Polish and my aunt Jeanette would cook Pirojki which are delicious morsels of potato that are destined to please. I found a Russian Cookbook, ‘The Food and Cooking of Russia’ by Elena Makhonko. The first recipe I tried was this recipe for Pirojki and it was like being transported back…

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HELPING KIDS IN FOSTER CARE ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS Hello! I would love to encourage you to support The Pyjama Foundation, an amazing charity that helps to improve the lives of children in foster care, offering a world of unlimited opportunity for all children Their mission is to create “positive relationships for every Australian child in…

  Geekette and Proud of It T-Shirt by VanessaPikeRussell   I decided that I would design a shirt that says ‘Geekette and proud of it’ and ordered it today

This Three Ginger tea is perfect for anyone who loves the warming flavour of ginger. It’s spicy, rich and uplifting as it is made with different varieties of ginger – Galangal and Ginger and other spices including Licorice and Turmeric – this tea is both warm and full of flavour. Perfect as an after-dinner drink…

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$23.95 $21.55 – 10% OFF BUY NOW AT NOURISHED LIFE   Ditch the chocolates for the delightful English Tea Shop Advent Tea Calendar. This pack contains a wide variety of seasonal tea flavours and classic favourites. This advent calendar has new packaging – the pyramid tea bags are recyclable and directly inserted into the gift box…

Recently I interviewed Amber St Clare, Egyptologist on her Mirror of Eternity Tour and how she came to be an Egyptologist.  

LOCAL AUTHOR: MICHELLE WORTHINGTON Every Christmas for the last three years I have visited Michelle Worthington’s stall at the Twilight Makers Market at Raby Bay Harbour. The market is located in the park next to the Cleveland train station. Michelle is a local author to the Redland Coast in Brisbane and has a range of…

Kakadu Aussie Blue Off Insect Repellant is a unique “Top End” Natural insect repellent. Made in Darwin from 100% pure & natural Australian Blue Cypress essential Oil. The properties of this essential oil bug repellent are similar to DEET although Aussie Blue Off Original also can sooth the skin This fragrance is also emotionally calming,…

10 Years ago I won a competition to go to the book launch of Bryce Courtenay’s book ‘The Story of Danny Dunn’. It Included lunch, free books, book signing, and more. I sat next to Bryce and at lunch, he didn’t want to eat his Beetroot and I told him how much I loved it…

I have been a fan of the company Yes We Vibe for several years now. An advertisement popped up on my Facebook feed and I fell in love with their bohemian boots, shoes, bags, clothing, home decor and more. My first purchase was a pair of Yes We Vibe Chakra Love boots. Not only do…

  Love Juice Superfood Bar is located in Doig Street, Cleveland QLD and features a wide menu of acai bowls, fresh juices, smoothies, snacks and hot beverages. I love their Detox fresh juice (Beetroot, Carrot, Lemon, Kale. Ginger and Apple) with the addition of watermelon, which tastes amazing. “All our menu items are predominately vegan,…

A few months ago I discovered Classic Meals in Russell St, Cleveland. They are located close to the Cleveland District High School, next to Cleveland Family Fare. I live nearby and love the convenience of picking up a delicious cooked meal, snacks, salads and more. Their Pork Roast meal is great value for money and…

Seared Salmon with Mint Pearl Couscous & Lemon Yoghurt is what I cooked the last night. TheHello Fresh ingredients were fresh and the recipe card easy to follow with tasty results. I would definitely cook this again! Seared Salmon with Mint Pearl Couscous & Lemon Yoghurt October 31, 2019 by An Instant On The Lips Cuisine…

Lemony Crumbed Chicken with Pesto Dressing & Sweet Potato Wedges Another favourite Hello Fresh meal is this amazing Lemony Crumbed Chicken. I used gluten-free breadcrumbs by Orgran instead of the included breadcrumbs for a gluten-free meal. I love pesto and sweet potato so this meal is perfect for me and so easy to make! If…

A few nights ago I cooked Seared Salmon & Garlic-Almond Crumb with Pear Salad from last week’s Hello Fresh box. I was so thrilled with how it turned out. Not only was it easy to cook (with a few steps) but it tasted amazing!! I love Hello Fresh for its simplicity and value. I get…

Matcha Mochi recipe I love this idea, especially the sushi and mochi. Here’s the recipe for Matcha Mochi using an ice cube tray from the video. It shows other variations including mango, strawberry and plain but I love Matcha Mochi the most and I will focus on it this post.   Matcha Mochi October 20,…

I am making some Halloween treats for Trick-or-Treaters this year and this recipe by Taste stood out. You can buy gluten-free puff pastry by SImly Wize in Woolworths now, and that is what I will be using or you can use standard puff pastry.   Cocktail sausage mummies October 15, 2019 by An Instant On The…

Tired of the same old Halloween recipes? Need some fun, wholesome Halloween recipes for everything from appetizer’s, meals, and fun for all treats? “50 Legendary Halloween Recipes – Recipes for All Seasons to Put A New Spin on Halloween” is perfect for any ‘creepy kitchen’ or ghoul-tastic’ gathering! We have you covered for breakfast, lunch,…

This week’s Hello Fresh box was amazing! We are still cooking the meals and everything has been so delicious and simple to make. I’ve picked my Hello Fresh meals for the week starting with October 14th and the standout was the Speedy Bacon & Cheese Fettuccine with Mushrooms & Green Salad. Yumm! I love pasta…

Next week’s meal choice includes Tandoori Beef Bowl with Garlic Rice, Cucumber Raita & Chutney recipe. Yumm! I don’t know about you, but I love Tandoori. Very tasty! If you’re interested in trying Hello Fresh, use this link and you’ll receive $50 off your first box. A classic box for 2 people for 3 days…

I’ve been drooling over my meal choices for October 7th-13th. The variety of meals is great (Pork, Beef, Salmon being my choice). One recipe I’m really looking forward to is the Sage & Parmesan Crumbed Pork with Apple & Carrot Slaw recipe. I love the sound of the sage and parmesan crumb, I love pork…

Seared Salmon & Herbed Couscous with Lemon Yoghurt & Toasted Almonds Another recipe from the Hello Fresh website and guaranteed to please. Use the code VANPIK at checkout to get $50 off your first order.   Seared Salmon & Herbed Couscous with Lemon Yoghurt & Toasted Almonds September 27, 2019 by An Instant On The Lips…

Another amazing Hello Fresh meal choice coming on Monday is their Creamy Leek & Mustard Chicken. Yumm! I love leek and mustard and chicken so I’m really excited, especially since it comes with broccoli, carrot and mashed potato. Drool! You can win a FREE Hello Fresh Australia box worth $139.95 in our Facebook competition. Just…

The lovely people at Hello Fresh have given me 3 FREE boxes to give away worth $139.95 each! The first 3 Australians to comment on our post on Facebook will win! Here is a full list of all the box types HelloFresh offers: CLASSIC BOX Classic box 3 meals for 2 people- $69.95 Classic box…

My Hello Fresh  box arrives on Monday and I’m looking forward to cooking the Portuguese Chicken Tacos meal from fresh ingredients using the large recipe cards that are always easy to follow and the results are so tasty. You can get $50 off your first box by using the code VANPIK so you can experience…

I just put in my order for a Hello Fresh box for Sep 28 to Oct 04 and I am drooling over their Singapore Prawn and Coconut Laksa meal option. Yum!!! What I love about Hello Fresh is that the box is filled with the freshest produce and the recipe cards are so easy to…

Recently we ran a Giveaway competition featuring one of the Essential Oil Blends in Naturally Nature’s Aromatherapy products range from pure essential oils, essential oils blends, massage blends, chakra product & much more. Using only the finest natural ingredients sourced from Australia   The winner was Natalie M. and she has been emailed and asked…

I was searching for some recipes featuring Matcha (Green tea powder) and found this recipe for Gluten-free Coconut And Matcha Cream Cake by The Culinary Jumble. It is gluten-free and features coconut, a nice combination.   Gluten-Free Coconut and Matcha Cream Cake July 13, 2019 by An Instant On The Lips Category gluten-free Recipes Persons 8 Serving…

Cheesy Scalloped Zucchini July 10, 2019 by An Instant On The Lips Category Recipes vegetables Persons 6 Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 25 minutes Total Time 45 minutes Ingredients 2 tbsp. butter (plus more for buttering pan) 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 c. whole milk 2 c. shredded Gruyère, divided…

Another of my favourite stalls at the Cleveland Sunday Markets in Bloomfield St, Cleveland QLD is Revival Food Co. Recently I purchased a Gluten-Free brownie and it was SO good! They also have some delicious “Brain Boost Snack Balls” which are amazing. Each one is GLUTEN FREE – GRAIN FREE – REFINED SUGAR-FREE – VEGAN…

I first tried Mikey’s Awesome Biltong at the Raby Bay Twilight Makers Markets on Shore Street, Cleveland and then at the Cleveland Sunday Markets in Bloomfield Street, Cleveland. Mikey offers a good size sample of his biltong and always has a smile and is very friendly. It’s obvious he loves his product and enjoys sharing…

Tonight I was at the Twilight Makers Market in Raby Bay, Cleveland QLD with my husband Philip. We were feeling hungry and looked at the many Food Trucks in the markets. One food van caught my eye – Jadore Les Crepes. Jadore Les Crepes have a range of crepes and the choice of Gluten-Free and…

It’s giveaway time again! I fell in love with Naturally Nature essential oils products and now you have a chance to win one of their essential oil blends products. Every action gains you one entry in the competition. Good luck!   a Rafflecopter giveaway Naturally Nature’s Aromatherapy products range from pure essential oils, essential oils…

Tomato, Onion and Goat’s Cheese Tart June 19, 2019 by An Instant On The Lips Cuisine Gluten-Free Category Recipes A delicious tart perfect for a picnic or even a sly snack. This tart stands on its own. Persons 6 Notes Image Credit: Rowie Dillon Ingredients 100g rice flour 2 1/2 tablespoons gluten-free cornflour 2 1/2 tablespoons…

I found this recipe by ketosummit.com and it sounds delicious and nutritious. How to Make Keto Chocolate Muffins Nothing about chocolate muffins sounds keto. In fact, it sounds like a high-carb nightmare that will derail ketosis in an instant. Not these muffins. There are some important modifications you must make for these muffins to be OK to…

NEW COMPETITION: Our next giveaway competition on An Instant On The Lips is for two tickets entry for two days to the Bayside BBQ & Beer Roadshow 2019 🍖 🍺 which is held on June 29th and 30th at the Cleveland Showgrounds in Redlands Coast, Brisbane South TO ENTER: Like our Facebook page, visit the Facebook page competition…

I love Matcha Lattes and now I make them at home on a regular basis Matcha Green Tea Latte (Hot or Iced) May 5, 2019 by An Instant On The Lips Cuisine Japanese Category Recipes I wake up in the morning with a rejuvenating, nutritious matcha latte. This fast and easy recipe compliments the fragrant matcha…

Pure and Precious Giveaway I started using the Pure and Precious Oils products over a month ago and love what they have done for my skin. I decided to share these products with my readers and I am having a giveaway where you can select which product you would like to try. Pure and Precious…

Recipe: Vegetable Fritters with Smoked Salmon April 22, 2019 by An Instant On The Lips Cuisine Gluten-Free Category Recipes TIP: Make these into potato or sweet potato fritters by replacing the zucchini with the same weight of either potato or sweet potato Persons 8 Prep Time 42 minutes Cook Time 62 minutes Total Time 1 hour,…

Zucchini and Feta Fritters April 22, 2019 by An Instant On The Lips Category Diet: Gluten free Recipes Delicious zucchini and feta fritters are great for snacks or as a side dish with salad or vegetables. Persons 8 Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 20 minutes Total Time 35 minutes Notes You can substitute gluten flour…

Recently I read Ignite Your Life: 5 Core Principles To Transform Your Past, Present and Future  “Ignite your life” is not just a book, it is a system, workbook and way of life that empowers and guides you to heal from your past, transform your life and see your mind open up to your true…

Brown’s Bakery Cafe has a great range of bakery products and cafe items with reasonable prices and a friendly smile. (Photo credit: TripAdvisor) They also make gluten-free items which taste great. Sometimes you need to order them in advance as they sell out quickly. Recently I noticed that they were selling bagels but they go…

What a great interview with Phoebe Howlett, a woman with a chronic illness who aims to travel to every country in the world. Inspiring!! Four years ago I was told by doctors I would never be healthy to lead a normal life again. With all the luck in the world and a complete change in…

I bought a Lennox Healthy Choice 3.5 Litre Air Fryer at the beginning of the month. I have been enjoying making recipes from the recipe book, plus others found in cookbooks and recipes online. Something I had heard about but had never experienced is the Bloomin’ Onion. Famous for being one of the items on the…

175 gluten-free recipes for fast, delicious meals the whole family will love using the latest must-have kitchen appliance—the air fryer! It’s no secret why the air fryer is the hottest new kitchen appliance—it offers a quick and healthy cooking option for busy families, and its convection power makes it easy to cook a wide range…

Ever since I bought my air fryer I have been reading air fryer cookbooks because I love cooking in it. In this summer heat, it’s great to cook and not heat up the entire room as the oven does. I found this book on Amazon and it has some amazing recipes. Some that I have tried…

We have drawn the winner of the $50 Hamper Giveaway and the winner is Eden F. Congratulations! We will be in touch regarding the shipping of your prize (which is FREE). We will be having another competition soon. Over 500 entries is an amazing result. Thanks to everyone who entered!