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WHAT’S NEW ON YOUR SUPERMARKET SHELF?

Savvy makes drinks that are good for you and better for your brain.

Savvy Brain Boost+ is Australia’s best tasting REAL NOOTROPIC drink for better focus, natural energy + performance. Made in Byron Bay by health professionals, Savvy is an award-winning sugar-free soda enhanced with nootropics, vitamins and superfoods.

Give yourself a boost today.

Tiny Teddy now a brekkie cereal

The beloved Arnott’s Tiny Teddy has been transformed into an exciting new offering – for brekkie!! Tiny Teddy cereal. With two delicious flavours, Honey and Choc. Australian Made, no artificial colours or preservatives.

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A match made in heaven - Cobs Drizzl’d® brings the perfect pairing of real chocolate and popcorn

Because we all know chocolate makes everything better!

Cobs Popcorn is expanding its core range in Australia by announcing its newest delicious sweet-treat, Cobs DRIZZL’D®.

The new DRIZZL’D® range celebrates the timeless love affair between popcorn and chocolate. This all new, light, sweet and salty taste combination adds mouth-watering real chocolate drizzled over the much-loved core Cobs Popcorn range.

Snack-lovers can take their pick of three flavours and is NOW AVAILABLE in stores.

• Lightly Salted & Slightly Sweet Popcorn

DRIZZL’D® with Milk Chocolate

• Sea Salted Caramel Popcorn

DRIZZL’D® with Milk Chocolate

• Sea Salt Popcorn

DRIZZL’D® with Dark Chocolate.

MILO goes PRO

Calling all MILO fans: the MILO team has launched a new range of MILO products –new MILO PRO Powder with added protein and new MILO Protein Snack Bars.

MILO PRO Powder

When made with milk, a single glass of MILO PRO provides 15g of protein1, perfect for active Aussies as protein helps support muscle building and repair2.

The new MILO PRO also continues to offer MILO fans the crunch and choc malt taste of original MILO and milk.

MILO Protein Snack Bars

The new MILO Protein Snack Bars, with 20% protein and a source of fibre, offer 6g of protein in every bar. The new bars offer the choc malty taste of MILO, balanced with a satisfying crunch, topped off with a drizzle of rich dark choc – a delicious snack for active teens.

NEW Products

Cadbury’s new Slices range

Cadbury Australia has launched its most iconically australian block range, Cadbury Slices, inspired by the much-loved bakery slices found in all corners of australian towns and cities. Australian sporting icon, Ian Thorpe, joins Cadbury in celebration of the new range, helping to spread the word of the first three flavour variations –

Cadbury Dairy Milk Slices Crackle 165g: created using dairy milk milk chocolate, rice crisps & toasted coconut for the ultimate crackle sensation.

Cadbury Caramilk Slices Hedgehog 165g: featuring caramelised white chocolate with almond pieces, toasted coconut & rice crisps, to create an indulgent flavour experience.

Cadbury Old Gold Slices Mint Creme 170g: with 45% cocoa, generous chunks of rich dark chocolate, peppermint flavoured creme & crispy mint pearls, delivering a rich yet refreshing hit.

NEW Products

It's back by popular demand SaraLee Banana Cake

Made with real bananas, topped with creamy vanilla icing.

Perfect for any occasion, our famous banana cake is soft, sweet and deliciously moist. Topped with a generous layer of creamy vanilla icing, this is guaranteed to satisfy. Available in select independent grocers. Only available in QLD stores.

RAISING THE BAR ON FLAVOUR, LANG'S

NEW Products

VB Xtra

VB has launched its latest beer, Victoria Bitter Xtra, or VX. The VX will be brewed with the same ingredients that make up the original VB taste but with slightly higher alcohol content – 6%. Available now in 250 ml stubbies

Dare Iced Coffee, just shrunken a bit

Good things come in small packages – which is why Dare have revealed that they’re now expanding their range of popular iced coffees by releasing Double Espresso and No Sugar Added Double Espresso, in a miniature size format.

The latest addition to Dare’s growing range is the 300ml format, which has been created with the exact same recipe as its 500ml big brother. It still features the same Rainforest Alliance Certified Coffee beans and coffee ratio as regular Dare.

Vegemite Choc Chunk Brownies

Combine the fudgey, chocolate flavours of our best brownie with the unmissable flavour of Vegemite and you get a brownie that is absolutely decadent and delicious! Australian made and owned.

NEW Products

Proudly Aussie made and owned for over 60 years by:

Bega’s NEW plant-based cheese style range

Bega’s Plant Based Cheese, in sliced and shredded formats, is a step towards making Bega’s expertise more available to those following a plant-based diet. With one quarter of Aussies now consuming plant-based dairy , be it vegans or flexitarians, Bega’s knowledge of dairy craftsmanship gives them the credentials to create a great cheese style product for those who are seeking a plant-based product or looking for a dairy free – friendly option.

Great cheesy flavour and most importantly, it melts in toasties.

Making savoury and sweet Aussie classics for over 60 years

Proudly Aussie made and owned for over 60 years.

New Uncle Tobys Roll Ups Watermelon Sour

Unroll some fruity flavour with new Uncle Tobys Roll Ups Watermelon Sour. They are made with real fruit, have no artificial colours or flavours, zapped with sourness to make snacking fun!

Look at Me – Food For Health

Food for Health Founder Narelle Plapp shares how shopper insights will fuel the next phase of growth for the Australian made and owned brand. “Our strategy is to widen shopper appeal as we expand beyond our heartland of meeting dietary needs. She added “Shopper data showed that our target market wanted impactful, modern design cues and clear health benefits communicated on pack.” Health will always be at the centre of Food for Health’s ethos. The brand refresh is an exciting update. www.foodforhealth.com.au

New Uncle Tobys Golden Oats Muesli Bar

To celebrate our 130th birthday, we’ve launched this delicious Classic Golden Oats bar! Filled with 100% Aussie oats combined with Golden Syrup and a sprinkle of coconut, it’s the go-to snack for wherever the day takes you - how YUM! Limited Edition only.

NEW Products

Introducing New Uncle Tobys Protein Double Choc Muesli Bar

Uncle Tobys Protein Muesli Bars are everything you love about muesli bars with 20% protein^ to help you feel fuller*. Now available in a new delicious Double Choc flavour.

^7g protein per bar

*as a part of a healthy varied diet

Wild Nectar

100% Cold Extracted Australian Honey

Wild Nectar Honey is raw, delicious, and made to be drizzled. Our bees have foraged the most pristine Australian native forests and blossoming orchards to produce irresistible honey, from bush to bottle.

Wild Nectar Orange Blossom Honey recently won the Championship prize at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, with their Organic honey also taking out a silver medal. See what the judges are talking about and try it today in your favourite recipes.

#wildnectar #wildnectarhoney #bushtobottle #AustralianMade

with quality ingredients, creating beautifully crafted cocktails. Non-alcoholic, sugar-free and low on calories.

So if you want to celebrate the moment and have a great next day, we say go for it. Explore our award-winning range of fifteen cocktails at your local retailer.

WHEN THE FRIENDS COME OVER, AVOID THE HANGOVER. DRY JULY

I remember a few DRY JULY years back when alcohol free beers and spirits first started to enter the Australian market I thought “This won’t last,” but fast forward to 2023 and Australians are getting on board, consuming alcohol-free products, not just in DRY JULY, but all year round.

Every year the range gets bigger, these days there are dedicated alcohol-free isles in your bottle shop. So, if you are curious about trying alcohol free beverages then DRY JULY is a great time to give it a go. You would be hard pressed to find a drink you wont like, as mentioned earlier the range is vast, and the quality great.

Do not underestimate the health benefits of giving alcohol the boot, even short term, it gives your body time to recover and repair, you could find you sleep better, have more energy and the best thing is no hangover.

DRY JULY IS THE TIME TO TRY.

Passionfruit

ADD A SPLASH OF THE TROPICS TO WINTER DESSERTS WITH AUSSIE PASSIONFRUIT

Aussies will be able to add a splash of passionfruit to their desserts this winter thanks to the year-round availability of this delicious tropical fruit.

Passionfruit Australia grower, Dennis Chant, says that it is not commonly known that passionfruit is available in winter as well as summer, and that the fruit is a fantastic way to add a taste of the tropics to winter dishes, especially desserts.

“Passionfruit is often synonymous with summer, but in fact it is available all-year round, with a peak in winter too. Its exotic flavour brings a sweetness and freshness to winter favourites like porridge, bircher muesli, or indulgent desserts like puddings, cheesecakes and slices.” Winter is the ideal time to add a splash of passionfruit to all your favourite dishes. As a source of vitamin C, it can keep your immune system healthy to help your body fight off the dreaded winter flu. It’s also a source of gut-loving fibre, which helps keep your gut health in check »

TOP

TIPS

FROM AUSTRALIAN PASSIONFRUIT

BAG IT UP AND KEEP IT COOL

Storing passionfruit in a bag in the fridge will see them last up to a month.

CHOOSE HEAVY AND PLUMP

This usually means there is more pulp inside! Wrinkly doesn’t necessarily mean its ripe.

AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND

But with two supply peaks: summer (December –February) and winter (June – August).

ALWAYS CHOOSE FRESH FRUIT

The majority of canned passionfruit is imported and contains large amounts of added sugar.

SNACK HAPPY

Did you know ripe passionfruit can be opened with your bare hands? When passionfruit cravings kick in, simply place the passionfruit between your palms, clasp your fingers together and push your palms towards each other to break the passionfruit skin, then pry it open with your fingers. It’s the yummiest on-the-go snack!

BREAKFAST BOOST

Simmer passionfruit pulp and honey in a saucepan for a delicious sauce to top your morning porridge, or pancakes, for a great winter breakfast.

WARMING TREATS

Passionfruit pairs perfectly with baked goods. Add passionfruit pulp to muffins, sponge cakes and even sweet baked pies for a delicious, tangy flavour »

PASSIONFRUIT AND WHITE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

INGREDIENTS

150g butter, room temperature, cut into cubes

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup caster sugar

1egg

1 3/4 cups plain flour

80g fresh passionfruit pulp (approx. 2-3 passionfruit)

1/2 cup (90g) white chocolate chips

Garnish: extra fresh passionfruit pulp

METHOD

1. Pre heat oven 160°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper.

2. Using an electric beater, beat butter, brown sugar and caster sugar together until light and pale.

3. Add egg, flour and passionfruit pulp. Mix well. Stir through white chocolate chips.

4. Using an ice cream scoop, scoop cookie dough onto the lined baking tray leaving space between each cookie. Press down to flatten slightly.

5. Bake for 20 – 25 minutes. Allow to cool on the tray for 10 minutes before carefully placing on a cooling rack to cool completely.

6. Serve drizzled with the extra passionfruit pulp if desired.

TIP

• Perfect to eat straight away. Can be kept in an airtight container for up to three days.

Recipe supplied by Australian Passionfruit www.aussiepassionfruit.com.au

CONSUMERS TRENDING TOWARD HEALTHIER FOOD CHOICES & VALUE FOR MONEY

We recently took a peak at what shoppers are thinking according to the findings published within the latest 2023/2024 Australian Healthy Foods Report.

What caught our eye was the trend toward healthier eating, with the report showing 61% of young families selecting foods to improve their overall health.

What was not surprising was that consumers are still looking for value, and making budget conscious decisions, this year it seems to be even more challenging as we navigate through our current cost of living pressures.

Now the perception is that eating healthier costs more, so its always a juggling act to find an affordable healthy shopping basket, but its great to see 61% seem to be doing it well.

Healthy food is an interesting topic, healthy foods can actually be cheaper as they are fresher, have no added nasties. You can choose a lesser known brand, or brands that have just the core ingredient you want. Some higher priced brands may offer a similar product but include more flavours, preservatives or colors etc, but the core ingredient may be the same as the cheaper version.

I hear you, checking each item of your purchase is a pain, but if you want to eat better, cheaper, its worth going the extra mile.

DON’T TAKE AWAY THE TAKE AWAY !

What about eating out or bought dinners. 56% of consumers have increased the number of home cooked lunches and 53% incresed home cooked meals.

BOUGHT DINNERS down 56%

SUBSCRIPTION DINNERS down 46%

PREPREPARED DINNERS down 33%

BOUGHT LUNCHES down 47%

These results all reflect consumer perceptions and, in some cases, may not directly reflect actual sales of these items

PLANT-BASED FOODS

Plant-based meal components and plant-based ready meals have been one of the most highprofile developments in supermarket ranging in the last decade. These products are not just purchased by the 12% of consumers who identify as vegetarian or vegan.

Environmental and animal welfare concerns are a key driver of plant based eating for over 40% of Australians.

2022 stats - Eating plant based foods makes them: Feel healthier, over 55% Improves fitness 40%

ALCOHOL

In dollar terms, the Australian alcoholic drinks category is still expected to grow (through price increases) although 45% of consumers claiming to have decreased their alcohol intake over the last 12 months. Females are a particular standout, with 52% having made this change.

AUSTRALIAN MADE

A broad consumer trend towards supporting Australian-made, particularly local producers, was observed during the pandemic. This continues to be a powerful claim, with 25% of consumers have made an effort to increase their consumption of locally produced foods and drinks in the last 12 months.

DIFFICULT DECISIONS

59% of Australians believing it would cost them at least $50 more per week more to have a healthy diet.

This perception was even more widespread amongst young and middle families (72%) and selected generations (Gen Z = 65%, Gen X = 72%).

The reality of our situation is that a box of 10 chicken nuggets from a fast-food outlet is currently cheaper than an iceberg lettuce Chief executive officer of dietitians australia, robert hunt 39

WOMEN & MEN

The report shows 54% of females are now eating out less (takeaway or restaurant), compared to 42% of males. But it’s not just about going out, many more women than men have cut down on bought meals (39% versus 28%) and subscription meals (55% versus 39%). Interestingly, 52% of women have decreased their frequency of drinking alcohol, and 44% have done the same for red meat.

NEW RESEARCH SHOWS AUSTRALIANS’ PREFERENCE FOR AUSTRALIAN-MADE GOODS HASN’T WAVERED

The data collected by Roy Morgan, found that more than four in five (86%) Australians say buying Australian-made products is important to them. While very few people, only 2%, said buying Australian-made wasn’t important to them.

Most Australians (67%) stated in the survey that they ‘often’ or ‘always’ buy Australian-made products, citing supporting local jobs and the economy as their reason for doing so, followed by the quality or reliability of Australian-made products. Over one-third (35%) of Aussies also claimed to purchase more Australian-made products now than before the pandemic.

The research also found that buying Aussie products made shoppers feel good. Roy

Morgan CEO Michele Levine said that buying Australian-made drives a strong emotional response in consumers, with many Australians saying they feel positive or proud when they buy Australian-made.

86% Buying Australian made is important

67% Buy Australian supports jobs

35% Buy more Australian made now than before pandemic

Buy Australian made makes us feel good.

Australians say they feel positive or proud when they buy Australian-made.

BEATING STRESS THROUGH NUTRITION

By Kate Save, CEO and Co-Founder of Be Fit Food, Accredited Practicing Dietitian, Exercise Physiologist and Diabetes Educator.

CAN STRESS CAUSE NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCIES?

Over the past few years, stress levels have been at an all time high with the Covid Pandemic and now the economic downturn and resulting financial pressures. The ABS reported that from 2020-2021 that in Australians aged 16-85 years, two in five reported that they had experienced a mental disorder at some time. It's well-known that stress is detrimental to mental health, however, it can also have a negative impact on your physical health too. Stress affects hormone levels within the body increasing the levels of adrenaline and cortisol within the body which trigger our 'fight-or-flight' response. These hormones should return to normal levels after the feelings of stress or the stress-inducing event has passed. However, ongoing and consistent episodes of stress can lead to a number of health problems, including, but not limited to: digestive issues, such as heartburn, constipation and diarrhea, weight gain, elevated blood pressure, muscular pain and sleep disturbances [1]. Additionally, ongoing chronic stress can alter digestive function, your gut microbiome and the body's use of energy and nutrients. Meaning the absorption of nutrients from foods eaten and the production of nutrients within the digestive system are impacted, resulting in an increased risk of nutrient deficiencies [1-3].

THE IMPACT OF STRESS ON NUTRIENTS

Research shows that exposure to different types of stress can impact micronutrient concentrations within the body. Acute and chronic exposure to psychological and environmental stress is associated with lower Magnesium concentrations in the blood and increased urinary excretion of Magnesium. Psychological and environmental stress can alter the concentration of Iron and Calcium in the body. Physical, mental and emotional stressors can impact the metabolism of Niacin, a B vitamin. Additionally physical and psychological stress is associated with lower serum and plasma Zinc concentrations in the body [4].

Furthermore, when stressed, individuals tend to neglect nutrition. Often skipping or forgetting to eat meals, and/or eating highly processed, energy-dense foods that hold little nutrition. Contributing to the risk of deficiency [5]. »

GOOD FOOD SOURCES TO BOOST STRESS-IMPACTED NUTRIENTS

A healthy, balanced diet is the best way to meet your nutrient needs. However certain foods are better sources of specific nutrients. For example, meat being a better source of ‘complete’ protein than vegetables which means it contains all essential amino acids in each serve. See below the specific foods to add to your diet to help battle the negative effect of stress on your health;

Food sources of Magnesium

• Wholegrains

• Vegetables – especially leafy greens

• Seeds

• Nuts

Food sources of Iron

• Red Meat

• Poultry

• Fish

• Wholegrains

• Iron-fortified cereals

• Dark leafy green vegetables

Food sources of calcium

• Dairy products

• Green leafy vegetables

• Soybeans

• Salmon

Food sources of Niacin

• Eggs

• Red meat

• Poultry

• Fish

• Brown rice

• Nuts

• Legumes

Food sources of Zinc

• Red meat

• Seafood, in particular oysters

• Wholegrains

• Fortified breakfast cereals

• Dairy products

NUTRITION MADE SIMPLE

It might seem like all of this information about key nutrients for preventing deficiencies is a little complicated however the easiest way to make sure you meet all of your nutritional requirements is to eat 90% wholefoods everyday, at every meal and snack. That means that its often better to sit down to a meal with meat/fish/chicken/eggs plus 1-2 cups of veggies or salad at each meal than to simply ‘graze’ on small snack foods throughout the day, unless of course they are made from wholefoods.

Breakfast

Try an omelette made with 2 eggs, ½ cup baby spinach, 1TB fetta cheese served with some avocado on the side for a hit of Magnesium, Iron, Calcium and B Vitamins.

Lunch

A quick option is to buy a pre-packaged green salad mix from the grocery store then add a tin of tuna for a boost of Omega 3’s plus Magnesium, Iron, Zinc and B Vitamins.

Dinner

A homemade chili con carne with beef mince, black beans, red kidney beans, tomato, onion and some grated zucchini with a serve of brown rice and a dollop of sour cream will provide a good source of Iron, B Vitamins, Calcium, Zinc and Magnesium.

Lastly, if you are time poor and want to guard yourself against nutritional deficiencies, then try Be Fit Food Ready Made Meals which contain at least 4-12 different vegetables per serve, are high in protein and low in carbs and under 500mg Sodium per serve, plus they contain no added sugar or artificial sweeteners. Take the guess work out of healthy eating with www.befitfood.com.au

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2. Liu YZ, Wang YX, Jiang CL. Inflammation: the common pathway of stress-related diseases. Front Hum Neurosci. 2017;11:316.

3. Schiavone S, Jaquet V, Trabace L, Krause KH. Severe life stress and oxidative stress in the brain: from animal models to human pathology. Antioxid Redox Signal. 2013;18(12):1475–90.. doi:10.1089/ ars.2012.4720

4. Lopresti AL. The Effects of Psychological and Environmental Stress on Micronutrient Concentrations in the Body: A Review of the Evidence. Adv Nutr. 2020;11(1):103-112. doi:10.1093/ advances/nmz082

5. www.hsph.harvard.edu/ nutritionsource/stress-and-health/

AUSSIE KIDS

SUPPORTING LITTLE KIDS WITH

BIG DREAMS

22nd July 2023

Wear your favorite Pajamas and help raise vital funds to support kids in care.

You can register an event or support the day visit www.nationalpajamaday.com

WHO DOESN’T LOVE A

WIZZ FIZZ IS TURNING 75 YEARS OLD

That’s three generations that have now enjoyed the thrill of Wizz Fizz on their tastebuds.

If you are having a kids party then Wizz Fizz is perfect for the gift bags, great value, individually sealed packs, great fun, and a unique taste. Wizz Fizz is always a winner!

LITTLE VEGEMITES

VEGEMITE WILL BE RE-MAKING ITS HAPPY LITTLE VEGEMITES AD AND IT IS LOOKING FOR SOME HAPPY NEW FACES FOR THE AD.

The Happy Little Vegemites advertisement is an iconic part of Australian culture, and from today, the children of Australia will have a chance to write themselves into Vegemite’s – and the country’s – history books.

“Vegemite is today opening a national casting call, inviting the children of Australia aged between 6 to 12 years’ old to audition to feature in its remake of its iconic Happy Little Vegemites ad,” said Jess Hoare, Vegemite marketing manager.

To apply, please email Studio-P with the child’s full name, age, suburb, state, and a recent photo to vegemite@studio-p.com.au

All details regarding the opportunity, including terms and conditions, will be supplied upon application. All details regarding the opportunity, including terms and conditions, will be supplied upon application. Kids can apply from anywhere around Australia, with the shoot to take place in Melbourne. All travel costs will be covered. The shoot will be held in early June and will consist of 1 x 6–8-hour day, with time on set dependent on age.

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50 THE BARCODE TURNS

If you are under 60 years of age then you probably will not understand what a breakthrough the barcode was for grocery shoppers. Imaging this, standing with your full shopping trolley behind someone else with a full shopping trolley, who is behind the person being served who has a full trolley, the shop attending having to manually type in every price on the register, $6.45, $3.25, $0.89 etc, item after item, shopping took an eternity. Then the magic, just scan, hear the beep and its done, you can go as fast as you can scan, beep, beep, beep, oh how I love that sound.

In terms of inventions that serve the entire society I think the barcode has been greatly underestimated in its impact on our daily lives, the hours of time saved, giving back hours that can be spent on productivity. Also, the hours of stock take time as barcodes electronically count product sales so at the click of a button retailers know what is selling. I could go on and on about the time and cost savings this little beeper has created.

LONG LIVE THE BARCODE

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AUSSIE PIES GOURMET ALL THE WAY

We all know that Aussies love their pies, we are brough up on party pies at every kids party we attend and as we grow we move to the footy pie, and lunch pie, all pretty standard stuff, meat, gravy and pasty, nothing better, or is there. These days our main pie manufacturers are hard at work creating the enjoyment of the Aussie pie to new levels, these days rather than just “smashing a pie for lunch” you can enjoy a gourmet or specialty with gastronomic delights, that need to be savoured and enjoyed, bite by bite »

Herbert Adams Gourmet King Island Beef Pie

Create a gourmet experience worth savouring with Herbert Adams. King Island beef in rich gravy, topped with 64 layers of French style flaky pastry.

Herbert Adams, Gourmet for the Everyday!

Herbert Adams Chicken & Leek In Creamy Camembert Sauce

Try the perfect blend of flavours with Herbert Adams Baker’s Selection. Chicken and leek in creamy camembert sauce topped with 64 layers of golden flaky pastry.

Herbert Adams, Gourmet for the Everyday!

The pie is no longer just a lunch or footy treat, the high quality and flavours in the gourmet and specialty pies makes them the hero of any dinner, and still quick and easy to cook. So when planning your dinner menu check the latest gourmet and specialty pie range, great tasts, great value, easy to cook. Check out these:

Mrs Mac's Loaded Chicken Parmi Pies

Today's special is the classic Chicken Parmi - in a pie of course! Every bite is loaded with classic pub flavour, you'll feel like you're sitting at your favourite local.

Herbert Adams Wine Infusions Beef, Caramelised Onion & Cabernet Sauvignon Pie

Indulgent, flavourful, and comforting. Slow-cooked beef with caramelized onions, and Cabernet Sauvignon. A culinary masterpiece encased in Herbert Adams signature golden flaky pastry.

Herbert Adams, Gourmet for the Everyday!

Herbert Adams Gourmet King Island Beef Pie

Create a gourmet experience worth savouring with Herbert Adams. King Island beef in rich gravy, topped with 64 layers of French style flaky pastry.

Herbert Adams, Gourmet for the Everyday!

MADE WITH 100% Australian Beef

Herbert Adams

Wagyu Beef

Mushroom Pie

Herbert Adams Slow Cooked Wagyu & Portobello

Mushroom Pie

Traditional Beef Pastie

For pastie lovers, the Mrs Mac's Microwave Traditional Beef Pastie is the perfect choice. Indulge in a delicious blend of diced vegetables and 100% Aussie beef wrapped in golden flaky pastry.

Meatless Classic Cottage

This is our Classic Cottage Pie, it's got a flaky pastry base, a rich meaty filling and it's topped with mashed potato just like the one your mum used to make. But without the meat.

EVER HAD A PIE FLOATER?

Interesting invention, not sure of the thought process that though up this flavour combination. Meat pie in a thick pea soup, often with tomato sauce. This is only really found in South Australia, its so well know that in 2003 it was officially recognised as a South Australian Heritage Icon.

DO YOU LIKE IT ON-TOP?

As far I am concerned tomato sauce and only tomato sauce should go on-top of the pie. I have had café serves actually squirt the tomato sauce inside my pie, yes, that’s right, inside. They stick the sauce bottle nozzel through the pasty and squirt. I have also observed people using other sauces, HB, Chilli and the like, that’s un Australian.

THE PIE RIP OFF

Now this is something I have done in the past, ripped off the top and eaten that first. Often only because the pie is simply too hot to bite into so my impatience got the better of me and I had to eat it NOW.

Some like to scoop out the middle with a spoon and leave the pastry till last or not at all.

National Pies –Family Cottage Pie.

Creamy Mashed potato hand piped atop our Classic 100% grass fed Aussie Beef filling. Available in Woolworth and Independents in Tasmania.

Giant Sausage Roll

Treat yourself to the Mrs Mac's Giant Sausage Roll. Made with 100% Aussie beef, carefully crafted with a blend of herbs and spices, and wrapped in golden, flaky pastry. Delicious!

Herbert Adams Cheese & Spinach Roll

Indulge in a classic favourite with Herbert Adams. A vegetarian pastry filled with cream cheese and spinach, wrapped in a golden flaky pastry. Herbert Adams, Gourmet for the Everyday!

I confess, I like a microwaved pie, it’s pasty goes soft but the meat is the same! Pie makers will turn in their Bakeries as they create pastry to be gentle cooked so its crispy, light and delicious, only sturdy enough to contain the meat while eating, something microwaved pastry can't do as it falls apart. In 1927 Parliament House opened in Canberra, it was a gala affair attended by the who’s who of Australian government and high society. The main meal served…meat pies. Unfortunately they over catered for the event and two truck loads of pies had to be sent to the tip…..tax payers money at work.

The people who give you their food give you their heart.

- CESAR CHAVET

Quality you can taste

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WHAT'S COOKING?

Chermoula Chicken Pumpkin Tagine with Almond Pilaf

Red Wine, Balsamic & Rosemary

Braised Lamb Shanks

Creamy Vanilla Slice

Passionfruit Self-Saucing Pudding

Biscoff Crackle Pies

Maggi Crispy Japanese Style Chicken

Papaya Salad

Aubergine Meatballs

Choc Hazelnut Egg Bread Braid

CHERMOULA CHICKEN PUMPKIN TAGINE WITH ALMOND

INGREDIENTS

1kg (approx.) Lilydale Free Range

Breast Fillets, cut in half lengthways

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 ½ cup chicken stock

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

600g butternut pumpkin, cut into crescents

½ cup raisins

2 tablespoons honey

1 lemon, thickly sliced

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Chermoula

3 cloves garlic, crushed

¼ cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped

¼ cup coriander leaves, chopped

1 ½ teaspoon ground cumin

½ teaspoon ground turmeric

1 long red chilli, thinly sliced

1 lemon, juiced

1 tablespoon olive oil

METHOD

Almond Pilaf

20g ghee or butter

1 brown onion, finely chopped

1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger

1 garlic clove, crushed

300g (1 ½ cups) basmati rice

500ml (2 cups) chicken stock

½ cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted

¼ cup fresh coriander, to serve

1. To make the chermoula, combine garlic, parsley, coriander, cumin, tumeric, chilli, lemon juice and olive oil in a glass bowl.

2. Add the chicken to the chermoula and toss to coat. Cover and place in the fridge overnight to marinate.

3. Heat oil in a large flameproof tagine or saucepan over medium heat. Cook half the chicken for 2–3 minutes each side or until golden. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining chicken.

4. Add tomato paste, stock, pumpkin, honey, cinnamon to tagine, stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

5. Add chicken and cover with lemon slices and raisins. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.

6. To make the pilaf, melt ghee or butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, ginger and garlic, and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until onion is soft and translucent.

7. Add the rice and stir to coat in onion mixture. Add the stock and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid absorbed. Remove from heat. Stir in the coriander and sprinkle almonds on top.

8. Spoon the pilaf on the serving plates. Top with chicken, coriander and almonds, and serve immediately.

RED WINE, BALSAMIC & ROSEMARY BRAISED LAMB SHANKS

SHANKS

INGREDIENTS

4 lamb shanks, trimmed

8 eschallots, peeled

1 cup red wine

2 cups chicken stock

¼ cup balsamic vinegar

2 long sprigs rosemary

olive oil mash and broccolini to serve

METHOD

1. Preheat the oven to 170°C. Place a heavy based casserole over a moderately high heat. Rub some olive oil over the lamb and season with salt and pepper. Sear for 8 minutes or until browned all over. Remove the shanks and set aside.

2. Place the shallots in the pan and cook for 4 minutes or until coloured. Add the wine, stock, vinegar and rosemary along with the lamb. Bring up to the boil, cover and place in the oven for 2 hours or until very tender. Remove the lid and cook for a further 30 minutes. Turn them over once or twice if they are colouring too much.

3. Use a spoon to skim off any fat that has risen to the surface and reduce the sauce over a high heat if necessary. Serve with olive oil mash and steamed brocollini.

TIPS

• The lamb shanks can be cook the day before and gently heated to serve. You can substitute the mashed potato with some soft polenta

MARY MACK’S INSTANT BATTER, AUSTRALIA'S

Some 30 years ago Mary and John McCormick opened a fish and chip shop in Innisfail. From these humble beginnings grew the concept of creating a quality easy-to-mix readymade batter emerged. Their batter allowed a uniform product to be deep fried, and this became the vital difference in attracting customers. As time went by, they realised that the Mary Mack’s Instant Batter was unique, and were approached from a local supermarket to

AUSTRALIA'S FAVOURITE BATTER

“Mary Mack’s Instant Batter” can be found on the shelves throughout the Australian Supermarket outlets as well as a growing number of overseas countries.

Mary McCormick Pty Ltd is a 100% owned private Company and the product uses 99% Australian grown ingredients. The product contains no preservatives, no artificial colourings or flavourings and is suitable for many uses domestically and for restaurants or fast food outlets.

Due to increased demand for the products, both nationally and internationally, a purpose-built factory, distribution and marketing office was setup. It now handles all manufacture, marketing and distribution of Mary Mack's products to the supermarkets, food service and export trade.

Mary supplies the base ingredients and continues to manufacture for the local North Queensland market.

Keep an eye out for the new Mary Mack’s Instant Batter packs in your supermarkets, now with great recipe ideas on the back.

Mary Mack’s Instant Batter 150g can batter up to 1kg seafood, chicken of vegetables.

INGREDIENTS

2 sheets ready rolled puff pastry, thawed

1 1/4 cups (300ml) full cream milk

600 ml thickened cream

2 x 100g packets of Aeroplane Vanilla

Flavoured Dessert Mix

Icing sugar

METHOD

1. Bake pastry sheets in a preheated 220°C (200°C fan forced) oven for 12–15 minutes or until puffed and golden. Remove from oven and cool completely.

2. Combine milk and cream in a large bowl. Add Aeroplane Vanilla Flavoured Dessert Mix and using an electric beater beat until thick and smooth. Place a pastry sheet cooked side up on a serving plate and spread vanilla filling evenly over, gently press second pastry sheet cooked side up on top. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.

3. To serve; sprinkle with icing sugar and cut into slices.

PASSIONFRUIT SELF-SAUCING PUDDING

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups self-raising flour (205 g)

1/4 cup almond meal (25 g)

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)

1/2 cup milk (125 ml)

1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled (60 g)

1 egg, lightly whisked

For sauce

1/2 cup passionfruit pulp (7 – 8 fresh passionfruit)

1/2 cup orange juice (125 ml)

1 cup boiling water (250 ml)

1/4 cup brown sugar, lightly packed (60 g)

To serve

Extra passionfruit

Cream, ice cream or custard

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly coat a 2 ltr baking dish with cooking oil spray and place on a rimmed oven tray.

2. Stir flour, almond meal, salt and sugar in a medium bowl. Make a well in the centre, add milk, butter, and egg, and stir to combine. Spoon batter into prepared dish and spread into a thin layer.

3. Stir passionfruit pulp, orange juice, boiling water and brown sugar in a jug. Pour liquid over a large spoon so the liquid floats on top of the batter. Do not stir.

4. Bake 30 – 35 minutes until pudding is golden on top and firm to the touch in the centre. Serve warm with extra passionfruit, and cream, custard or ice cream if desired.

Recipe supplied by Australian Passionfruit www.aussiepassionfruit.com.au

BISCOFF CRACKLE PIES

INGREDIENTS

Biscoff Crackle

80g Copha, chopped

60g dark cooking chocolate 45%, chopped

60g packet Lotus Biscoff biscuits

1½ cups (60g) Kellogg’s Rice Bubbles

¼ cup (20g) desiccated coconut

Biscoff Cream

250g cream cheese, chopped and softened

2 tablespoons icing sugar

300ml thickened cream

1 tablespoon melted Copha, cooled

¾ cup (150g) Crunchy Lotus Biscoff spread

Extra whipped cream to serve

METHOD

1. Spray a 12-hole muffin pan (1/3 cup capacity) with cooking spray. Line bases with rounds of baking paper.

2. Heat Copha and chocolate in a large bowl over a saucepan of simmering water until melted. Remove and set aside.

3. Crush or process Biscoff biscuits in a food processor until it forms a fine crumb. Add Biscoff, Rice Bubbles and coconut to the Copha mixture. Mix well.

4. Spoon 1 ½ tablespoons of crackle mixture into each muffin hole. Press firmly with the back of a spoon to form the base. Approx. 1/3 of the crackle mixture will be remaining to decorate the tops. Refrigerate bases for at least 15 minutes.

TIPS & HINTS

• Pies can be refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 3 days.

• If the Biscoff spread is too firm to fold through the cream mixture, warm it in the microwave for 5 seconds.

• Copha and chocolate can be melted in the microwave. Place into a microwave safe bowl and heat on High for 1-2 minutes. Stir until melted and smooth.

MAGGI CRISPY JAPANESE STYLE CHICKEN

INGREDIENTS

1 pkt Maggi Air Fryer Crispy Japanese Style Seasoned Coating

500g Boneless chicken thigh, fillets

1 Egg, lightly beaten Spray Oil

METHOD

1. Preheat air fryer to 200°C for 5 minutes.

2. Coat chicken pieces in egg, shake off any excess. Sprinkle with the MAGGI Crispy Japanese Style Seasoned Coating, pat down coating firmly, turn over and repeat.

3. Spray air fryer basket with oil spray. Carefully transfer coated pieces to air fryer and spray with oil. Cook for a total of 10-12 minutes turning halfway through cooking, until golden and cooked through. Note: Cooking time may vary between air fryer sizes and models)

2 Pairs in each set

PAPAYA SALAD

INGREDIENTS

1/2Australian papaya, sliced

1/2 cup quinoa

1 avocado, chopped

200g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup mint

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp lime juice

1 cos lettuce, shredded

1 BBQ chicken with skin and bones

removed and shredded

100g Greek feta, crumbed

METHOD

1. Cook quinoa according to directions on the packet.

2. In a bowl, toss cherry tomatoes, avocado and mint with lime zest and olive oil. Leave to marinate.

3. Place shredded lettuce in bowl. Scatter chicken and quinoa on top.

4. Toss through tomato, avocado and mint mix.

5. Place papaya slices on top of salad.

6. Crumble feta over the top and serve.

Recipe supplied by Dietitian Caitlin Reid for Papaya Australia

LANG'S, THE SECRET TO DELICIOUS CREATIONS

TIME TO UP YOUR COOKING GAME... THE EASY WAY!

Every product is made by hand with love and all gluten free, preservative free with no artificial colours. Proudly 100% Australian owned with only the best all natural ingredients.

" The experience of sharing a meal while entertaining family and friends is the reason we create Australian made, delicious products using locally sourced ingredients. ''

Mark & Kathryn Lang

BRINGING MAGIC TO YOUR MEALS "THANKS LANG'S"

OUR DELICIOUS PRODUCTS ARE MADE USING AUSTRALIAN INGREDIENTS THAT ARE LOCALLY SOURCED

AUBERGINE MEATBALLS

INGREDIENTS

1 medium aubergine

1 tbsp olive oil

1 garlic clove

1 tbsp chopped basil

1 cup breadcrumbs

1 large egg

1 jar tomato sauce

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese + more for serving

1 tbsp Mavella

Superfoods

Veggie Boost

METHOD

1. Preheat the oven to 190c. Lightly grease a baking pan with olive oil, or use parchment paper.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and cook the cubed aubergine. Add 1/4 cup water and cook for about 10 min, until softened.

3. Place in a food processor along with the garlic and blend until smooth.

4. In a large bowl, mix the eggplant puree, breadcrumbs, egg, parmesan cheese, basil and Mavella Superfoods Veggie Boost.

1. Scoop about 1 tbsp of the mixture and make balls with your hands. Place them on the prepared baking pan. Bake until firm and browned.

6. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Heat the tomato sauce in a skillet, add the aubergine “meatballs” and cover with grated cheese. When the cheese has melted, garnish with chopped basil or spring onion and serve.

CHOC HAZELNUT EGG BREAD BRAID

On the look out for some home-made bread recipes? We have you covered. This choc hazelnut egg bread is simply too good not to try for yourself. This comforting chocolate and hazelnut egg bread is the perfect edition to any afternoon tea spread.

INGREDIENTS

4 cups (600g) bread flour 60g cold butter, finely diced

2 tsp (7g) Active Dry Yeast 2 eggs, slightly beaten,

2 tbsp caster sugar 1/2 cup (140g) chocolate hazelnut spread, warmed

1 tsp salt 1/3 cup toasted salted peanuts, coarsely chaopped

½ cup (125ml) cold water Icing sugar to serve

½ cup (125ml) cold milk

METHOD

1. Place 2 cups of the flour, yeast, sugar and salt into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix well at low speed for 1 minute

2. Add water, milk and diced butter and beat at low speed for 1-2 minutes or until butter has been incorporated.

3. Remaining at low speed, gradually add beaten eggs a little at a time. Increase speed to medium and beat for 2 minutes. Mixture should be glossy and sticky.

4. Remove paddle attachment and insert dough hook. Beat on low speed and slowly add remaining flour, ½ cup at a time until it forms a firm dough. Increase speed and knead for 5 minutes or until dough is smooth and elastic.

5. Tip dough onto a lightly flour work surface and form into a ball. Place in a lightly oiled bowl and turn to grease top. Cover; and allow to rise for 1-1/2 hours or until doubled in size.

6. Punch down dough and roll out to form a 30cm x 35cm rectangle. Spread chocolate-hazelnut spread onto dough leaving a 11/2cm border on all sides. Sprinkle over chopped peanuts.

7. Starting from one of the long sides, roll up dough to form a log. Position roll in front of you and with a sharp knife cut the centre lengthwise, leaving intact the edge farthest from you, so that the two halves of dough are not completely separated but remain attached. Braid the two edges without tightening and try to keep the dough with the choc hazelnut facing up. Place onto a greased and line baking tray. Rise in warm place for 15-20 minutes (note: dough is ready when indentation remains after lightly touching)

8. Preheat oven 200°C/ 180°C (fan forced). Bake 25- 30 minutes.

NOTE

• Wrap cooled loaf in cling film and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Warm slices in the microwave for 20 seconds or warm in a low oven for 15 minutes.

• To freeze loaf, wrap whole loaf well in cling film and freeze for one month. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator.

• Use any type of nut. Salted nuts work well with the sweetness of the chocolate.

NEXT LEVEL CREATIONS ARE EASY WITH LANG’S!

OUTSIDE PETS

If your pet is an outdoor pet, you must ensure its home is Winter ready. Ensure your pet’s house/ kennel has a flap that keeps the wind and rain out. Their house /kennel should be off the ground with a solid floor that does not absorb moisture or get cold when the temperature drops, surfaces like concrete and timber can get extremely cold so ensure you have enough bedding and change it more regularly than usual as your pet will be spending more time in their home. These days you can buy warm pet pads or use a hot water bottle to help them out on these cold Winter nights.

WALKING AND OUTDOORS

If it is cold enough for you to put a sweater on when going outdoors then it is cold enough for your pet to have some clothing. The less hair the pet has the more protection is required. Make a fashion statement, buy them something that suits their personality.

PETS SKIN

Pets skin can get drier and itchier in Winter, this is often caused by the heater blasting away. Pets like to sit on or near vents to maximise warmth, direct heat can strip off the coat’s natural oils. So, if you notice your pet scratching a bit more check their skin, if it is dry and flaky a vet visit may be in order or provide a space for them away from the heater, wash them with a moisturising shampoo that can replenish natural oils. Also, if you wash your dog ensure they are dry before going outside.

OUT OF SIGHT, OUT OF MIND

It is common for the sun to be out one minute, and the next a cold front arrives, and you forget your pet is outside, or you have yet to prepare their bedding, or prepare an environment for them to be comfortable. Having a good Winter routine may help, so perhaps every feed time check their bed, their outdoor set up to ensure nothing has blown over, clear puddles, etc.

BEAT THE BOREDOM

Your pet may stay in its kennel for many more hours in Winter than it would in Summer. In Summer they will run around and enjoy the sunshine, in Winter they will stay cosy in the kennel.

This may lead to some kennel boredom, so ensure they have an extra chew toy that will last like a pig’s ear or slow-release treat toy.

COLD FEET

When walking your pet uncovered feet can get wet, muddy, and very cold. After the walk make sure your pet is dry, including the paws, and even walm them up a little.

JUST TOO COLD

Some nights it may be just too cold for any pet to stay outside so have an indoor contingency option ready to put in place for when the temperature plumets. When it is too cold? Is there a frost when you wake up? Can you see your breath when you go outside in the morning, then last night it got very cold, and its likely to be that cold again this coming night.

WHAT IS IT?

GREENWASHING - VAGUE OR UNQUALIFIED CLAIMS THAT A COMPANY'S PRODUCTS ARE GREEN FRIENDLY AND ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND.

These days there are a plethora of certification logos and labelling options claiming to be one thing or another. One of the most popular trends is to use Environmentally friendly logos or terms to win the confidence of consumers, as Environmentally friendly this has been identified as a “purchase influencer” when consumers are making buying decisions.

The ACCC recently conducted an internet sweep of many product categories and found many interesting and concerning labelling tricks, one of which being the use of leaves or nature images that have no relation in the production of the product, the other is the use of logo’s that have no certification or link to any qualified testing.

The ACCC is now cracking down on business that use “Greenwashing” on their product labelling or product descriptions online or in advertising campaigns. I hope the ACCC goes hard on this as consumers need to be protected from mistruths and need to confident in the labels we read or advertising we see.

IF YOU SEE A PRODUCT YOU BELIEVE IS GUILTY OF GREENWASHING YOU CAN REPORT IT TO THE ACCC VIA THEIR WEBSITE.

www.accc.gov.au/about-us/contact-us/report-a-consumer-issue

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