Did you notice we kinda skipped last weeks Foodie Friday post? Well let me just say Miss 12 broke her arm and then my mum broke her ankle walking in Japan. So I was a carer, not a blogger! But I’m back and very pleased to introduce you to our new Subs. Two people who…
I’m hijacking today’s Friday foodie post to update you on all things Scoop Subs. If you have an interest in our social media mentoring program, then this post is for you. And if you want to find out about the awesome content our subs are creating we have something for you too. Sorry it’s a…
Did you know there is fascinating evidence to show that if you label a meal or menu item “healthy choice”, people often think it’s “tasteless” too? Dr Brian Wansink has shown that just the tweak of a few words in the dish descriptor can turn something drab to fab! And simply knowing where to place the healthy dish…
Now I know our Scoop lovelies are into nutrition and a healthy breakfast. But do you know your pre from your probitiocs? And are you doing your best to prep your breaky and your gut for inner wellbeing? This week I’m very excited to welcome Freedom Foods on board as a Scoop Supporter, introduce you…
Whether it’s a niche concoction from an edgy, hipster juice bar, or a freshly squeezed made in your own kitchen, everyone loves juice. We know it tastes great, but do the claims of turning back the years, and other countless health and beauty benefits add up? And what’s the best way to get the most…
Whew. Two conferences in three weeks and I am loving a night in with SBS Food and a home cooked meal. Those of you lovely readers following my instagram stream may think it’s been one big part-ay. But presenting and networking can take a lot out of a girl…especially when the other deadlines don’t stop….
Part of being a good dietitian is to research and trial the diets that trend around town. And then apply a scientific eye to the diet design and claims, plus check out the food and recipes. We’ve already brought you the background on caveman or paleo diets in this guest post by Ash Jones APD….
I’m just back from presenting a plenary on Social Media at the Dietitians New Zealand conference. And one of my key messages was that you will never appreciate the true sense of community on social media until you experience it yourself. Cate Sangster is one person I feel close to and care about. We met…
You may be surprised to read the headline of our post and wonder what it has to do with nutrition? Just like the topic itself the connection is subtle and a tad sophisticated. But who better than to give us the scoop than a dietitian from a family of wine makers. About our expert: Hannah Gilbert…
I only just made it with this month’s Recipe Redux. And it has nothing to do with the topic. In fact I adore the latest craze of mason or jam jar recipes. But we had already developed two recipes on the theme (see below) and the challenge was to deliver a difference. After a failed…