Massel recipes

Nothing is more fun than playing with your food and Halloween is the best excuse to make fun shapes, creative recipes and m(y)ummy dishes out of seemingly ordinary ingredients. We’re giving these Halloween treats some tricks you can play on unsuspecting hungry mouths. You never knew food could be so spooky! Savory Chickpea Pancake For […]

Most parents understand the struggle to convince their kids to eat healthy. With fast food and sugary treats around, it’s a tall order to make broccoli more enticing. According to coach.nine.com.au, “most parents understand that they should provide healthy food for their children, but the reality of work schedules, children’s activities and different food preferences can make meal preparation […]

What’s the trend and should YOU give it a try? As more people swap out meat for plant-based diets and cruelty-free alternatives, take a look at how vegan meat-replacements are making themselves known, from burgers and meatballs to sausages. Why vegan meats? And why now? People are becoming increasingly aware of what they’re putting into their bodies, and far more interested […]

Vegan is a word that’s been thrown around a lot more in the past few years. Even while a myriad of individuals have shaken up their diets in the name of veganism, it’s still largely misunderstood. So, this begs the question, “What’s it all about?” What is a vegan? According to PETA, a vegan is someone who “does […]

Gluten-free is a rather misunderstood term that has been overused and abused, particularly in the areas of healthy eating and dieting. But what exactly is gluten, and why does it seem to be public enemy number one? We wanted to explore what gluten really is, why it has become so popular, and a couple of our favorite recipes […]

Even though a lot of vegetables cannot be planted outside until the soil has properly heated up, there are still a variety that you can plant right now, and which can be harvested long before the summer vegetables come in. Depending on your local weather patterns and climate, cool season vegetables can be planted either directly in […]

Ah snacking- the word itself conjures up images of grabbing at bowls of chips, chocolate, and generally anything that is on hand that can be consumed quickly. The problem is that it is usually unhealthy foods that we tend to reach for when our appetite is ravenous and we cannot afford to wait an hour while a […]

The winter chills (and the snow) are still hanging around but with daylight saving now in action, we can just taste that spring is in the air! With a warmer season means new flavors and new foods. If you’re wondering what kind of veggies to hunt for, this time of year is especially good for artichokes, […]

Looking for a quick fix to your fast food cravings? Look no further! We’ve put together a collection of fast foods to get your taste buds hopping. The difference between our snacks and the typical drive-thru fast food menus? No grease, no gain, no guilt. Each meal takes less than 35 minutes to make and […]

Fresh herbs can kick any home-cooked dish up a notch, whether you spread some basil pesto on a hot panini or sprinkle some parsley onto your pasta. Even better, you can grow fresh herbs in your own backyard so you’ll never be short delicious flavors for your next meal. Here’s our guide to the best fresh […]