Mixed Berries

 

 

Nothing says summer more than berries on a summer's day!

Berry smoothies, blueberry cheesecake slice and fruity flavoured ice-cream
make irresistible treats for summer.

From smooth, creamy frozen delights, to colourful popsicles and tempting slices,

 these mouth-watering treats are sure to bring a smile to your lips!

Melissah xox

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Berry Love

Today I am 'berry mad'!

Berries make a great party treat frozen in ice-cubes,

a gorgeous garnish for a glass of champagne

an extra treat mixed through fruit salad

a thirst quencher when blended into a smoothie

but most of all ~

I love them on their own, straight from the fridge!

Melissah xox

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Summer Goodness

 

 

 

My favourite season for fresh produce is without a doubt summer.
Nothing beats juicy, ripe stone fruit,
a bowl of cold cherries,
refreshing watermelon on a hot summer's day
healthy salads packed full of goodness
or luscious strawberries for an afternoon snack.

Melissah xox

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Mango Surprise

 

 

 

Nothing says summer like a rich, juicy mango.

With their sweet fragrant flesh they are one of summer's jewels. 

Refreshing made into a sorbet or a gelati,

healthy and nutritious in a smoothie

and perfect simply on it's own.

Melissah xox

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Fruity Skincare

 

Not for a second do I think that beauty creams can erase wrinkles caused from the passage of time and too much sun, but I do believe the ritual of applying them can nourish skin and give it a youthful appearance.

Beauty from nature...

I love the thought of using skincare that is all natural. 

You are not only seduced by the nourishment but the the texture, the goodness, the fragrance and the colour of something made from Mother Nature's finest ingredients!

Peach Mask

The fruit acids in this mask gently exfoliate, stripping away dry, dead skin cells to reveal a fresher complexion.

Gather:

1 ripe peach, peeled and pitted

1 teaspoon brandy

Sprinkle of cornstarch

       1. Mash together the peach and brandy in a bowl.  

Add just enough cornstarch to make a paste.

     2. Smooth over your face, steering clear of lips and eyes.  Sit back and relax.

  Feel free to sip on any extra brandy!

       3. Rinse with lukewarm water after 20 minutes.  

(Don’t leave the mask on any longer; it will irritate skin).

Melissah xox

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Fresh & Fruity!

  

Rainbow Colours

I love the textures, aromas and colours of fresh ingredients.

Eating a rainbow can fill you with goodness :-

the rich , deep colour of berries,

the sunshine of an orange,

and the rosy red of an apple.

 Melissah xox 

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Food For Thought

 Straight from Mother Nature

The foods you eat shouldn't be dictated by whether the make you fat or thin,

but by the goodness you get out of each bite.

I always try to eat produce that is season. 

I buy organic fruit and vegetables whenever possible.

When it comes down to eat, if it's recently fallen from the tree or plucked from the ground,

I know it's better for me and my family.

Melissah xox

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