I know that for many households, putting out full bins each week/fortnight is completely normal. I remember as a kid having to jump in th...

We’ve all heard it many times before – we’ve developed a lifestyle in the Western world that is go-go-go, denying the benefits of rest, a...

The rise of the homesteader is real, exciting, and mighty practical in 2020, just as it was when our grandparents were kids. Skills for t...

The homegrown carrot is a fickle vegetable. At first, beginner gardeners are obsessed with the idea of pulling their own fat, orange root...

Apple Cider Vinegar was a total buzz food a few years ago as we learned the benefits of prebiotics (and probiotics). As far as I know, it...

Until I learned that you could make Fire Cider from scraps, I spent a fair amount of money on batches. Turmeric, garlic, ginger and horse...

So you've caught the baking bug too, huh? It's so addictive! Coming from a good knowledge of fermentation, I've dived deep into sourdough...

Fermented foods can be intimidating and unusual at first glance (or smell), but don't forget that here in Australia we consume ferments o...

There are many recipes I cook repeatedly, and most are completely delicious, but there are some that reeeally stand out. This French toas...

Raw, dried grain, beans and lentils are also seeds. They are designed to sprout into plants when activated by water and room temperatures...

One of the dilemmas when deciding to go plastic-free with fresh produce is optimising storage in the fridge. On the one hand, plastic-wra...

A finished herb cheese, with a nice coating of yeast on top Cashew cheese is a vegan’s dream. I never really took to ‘fake’ cheeses until...

Making your own fermented foods has so many benefits, I could go on forever about them (but I won't, don't worry!). Among them is a huge ...

Vermiculture, or worm farming, is a great method for small- and medium-scale growers to improve soil quality. It's also a fantastic conve...

There are a multitude of reasons to make your own plant-based mylk at home. I'm sure by now you've realised it can save on a heap of unne...

New to fermentation? Nervous about getting it wrong? Never fear - the easiest, most foolproof recipe is here! And I genuinely mean it - y...

10 simple tips on getting started on your journey towards zero waste.

Coconut yoghurt, strawberries + hemp seeds Yoghurt sans dairy + plastic? Ah, yes please! This project has been a few months in the making...

Composting 101: How and Why to Compost at Home What is compost? What's so good about it? What is it used for? Why is it so important to d...

This toothpaste is hands-down my favourite plastic-free hack. Ever. Its so damn easy you can almost do it with your eyes closed - it take...