Paleo Hacks
Banana-Free Paleo Pancakes & Waffles
So, I've had some folks tell me they don't dig bananas, so what can they use instead when it come to whizzing up pancakes or waffles with our Smith St Paleo Pancake & Waffle Mix? It's really a case of subbing in 1/2 cup of any of the following in place of the...
Nice Melons
Picking melons at the store can be a bit hit and miss, but here’s a little guide I follow to try to make more hits than misses…. When picking a WATERMELON: pick it up, it should feel heavy for its size. look for a buttery yellow spot on one side. This is where it sat...
NEW LEAF MICROGREENS
Did you think microgreens were just wanky little mini decorations chefs use to make their dishes look, well, cheffy? Think again! MICROGREENS pack a powerful nutritional punch, with up to 9 times more vitamins, minerals, antioxidants &...
THERE’S SOMETHING FISHY GOING ON….
If you love to make Asian food like I do, especially Thai or Vietnamese deliciousness, you need fish sauce in your pantry staples. While it whiffs a fair bit and doesn’t taste great on its own, it's a must for creating those quintessential...
HOW TO MAKE FANCY PANTS MEDITERRANEAN STYLE BREAD FROM OUR MIX
So by now you’ve probably heard me shouting from the rooftops about our awesome paleo, gluten and grain free bread mix right? So while its delicious in its original form, every now and then I like to share ideas of how to pimp it up, for your...
MAKE ROOM FOR ‘SHROOMS!
Why did the mushroom get invited to the party? Because he was a funghi. Boom boom. I was really weird about mushrooms as a kid. I wouldn’t touch them with a barge pole. Now I’m an adult I love that umami flavoured little guy. They pack a powerful...
Paleo Hacks: Middle eastern ingredients to up your paleo food game
ZATAAR- basically means "thyme" in Arabic, this tasty aromatic spice blend is a mix of dried thyme, sesame seeds and sumac, but could also contain oregano, marjoram along with salt. Sprinkle over roasted meats and veggies, add to salads, dips and...
Paleo Hacks: Our Acai of Choice
With the opening of the cafe has come the launch of our signature LOADED AÇAI BOWLS, and so far they’ve been a hit! Now I’ve done a fair bit of açai consumption in my time (it’s called research Susan, look it up!) I’ve had good ones and bad ones,...
Paleo Hacks: The Herb You need in your Life
So here's a little food waste hack I wanted to share. I love cooking with herbs so I buy them often. "Why don't you just grow them yourself? It's sooo easy!" Because I have black thumbs to match my black heart Susan, now sod off. Anyway, I digress....
Paleo Hacks: How to up your burger game
Everyone loves a good burger right? They’re a simple, cheap and kid-friendly meal. They’re also a good way to delegate part of the meal prep process and keep all those cooking smells outdoors. Smart. Now, my burgers are a more deconstructed affair seeing as I go sans bun, but here’s some tips on making a […]
Paleo Hacks: Which Potato for What?
So last week I told you why white potatoes should be on the menu, Whether baked, roasted, boiled or mashed, but not all potatoes are built the same, and different spuds do different jobs. White potatoes generally fall into 2 categories, WAXY or FLOURY. In general, waxy potatoes tend to be smaller in size and […]
Paleo Hacks: Potatoes Are A-OK
Some super strict Paleo eaters seem to think white potatoes shouldn’t be part of the Paleo diet (with some pretty weak arguments I’ll be honest), but I’m here to tell you I’m a fan. Potatoes are delicious and have a pretty decent resume So Mr Potato, you have the job. Here’s why: White potatoes are […]
Paleo Hacks: Our Bread’s the Best!
By now I’m hoping you guys have all tried our PALEO MULTI-SEED BREAD MIX. It’s a pantry must-have for when that bread craving hits. It’s packed with nuts and seeds and super filling. All you need to add is the wet ingredients, simple!– no Bread-Maker required! Just a run-of-the-mill loaf tin. I’ve also seen […]
Paleo Hacks: Don’t Panic if these aren’t organic
That little label stating “organic” seems to be on a lot of products these days, healthy or not. I swear the other day I spotted “organic” Oreo’s and “organic” Mac n Cheese. Yep, Mac n Cheese that’s in a cardboard box. That’s kept on a shelf. What the actual….? People listen up…junk food that’s organic […]