The Best Scrambled Eggs in 30 Seconds (or Less!)

Here is a game-changer for all you egg-loving-people out there! Next time you are about to scramble some breakfast eggs, try the Buvette’s technique for steaming them with a coffee machine instead. Yes, you heard it right, use a simple espresso machine to whip up the softest and fluffiest scrambled eggs in thirty seconds or less!

It's the best and only way to eat eggs....

P.S: Egg-cellent fix.
P.P.S: Wash your bowl.

(Photos by Fix Feast Flair)

Scotch Cadbury Créme Eggs

Speaking of all things Easter, if you're still undecided on your festive dessert, make those Scotch Cadbury créme eggs! They guarantee to impress and delight all your guests! Here is the recipe...

P.S: Plus, this...
P.P.S: And that.

(Image and video by/via Olive Magazine)

Easter Egg Sculptures

Are you decorating Easter eggs this year? Instead of going the traditional egg-painting-route, I'm thinking about creating a few of those fun sculptures instead. What do you think? Don't they look fun?!

Here is the full tutorial, if you fancy trying it too.

P.S: This.
P.P.S: That.

(Photos by Mr.P)

Grown-Up Easter Eggs

Since Easter is a few short days away, I'm deep in the menu-planning phase. You? One of the things I'm totally certain of is that I'll be making a whole jar of pickled eggs. I'm not sure which ones yet, but here are the eight different variations I'm thinking about, starting with the above pickled turmeric eggs...

Cajun pickled eggs...

Curried pickled eggs...

Beet pickled eggs...

Simply pickled eggs...

Blueberry pickled eggs...

Cabbage pickled eggs...

And soy sauce pickled eggs...

Which one tickles your fancy?

P.S: Fancy more?
P.P.S: And the winner of our Jaci Riley Jewelry GIVEAWAY is...

(Photos by/via Brit + Co, 101 Cookbooks, Leite's Culinaria, Viktoria's Table, Spend With Pennies, Family Spice,  A Cozy Kitchen and Foodie with Family)

Home Tweak: Knotted Rope Trivets

Heads up, here is a fun and easy little project that you can make in a jiffy! The other day I created one of those knotted rope trivets and I'm still pretty chuffed about it! Especially since my little kettle looks oh-so elegant sitting on top of it.

Sometimes all you need is to switch off that brain of yours and make something, just because. Try it!

P.S: Doorknob garland, anyone?
P.P.S: How to create your own urban herb garden.

(Photo by James Ransom for/via Food52)

All Natural 3-Ingredient Surface Cleaner

Here is an easy way to replace your go-to (and probably full of chemicals) surface cleaner with something totally natural that actually works. Simply mix 1 part of vinegar with 2 parts of  water and a few sprigs of lavender. Pour it into a glass spray bottle and you're ready to to!

It's that easy. Try it...

P.S: And this.
P.P.S: Plus, that.

(Photo and recipe by/via Diana Yen)

The 'It' Healthy (2-Ingredient) Snack

Here is the easiest, the healthier and totally mouth-watering dessert in a jiffy: get a box of soft and gooey dates, open them individually and remove the pits, then dip the gooey side in cinnamon (or cacao powder or coconut shreds) and enjoy the most indulging quick snack there is!

Try it, it's a revelation:)

P.S: Fancy more?
P.P.S: Plus, Wednesday cake glory.

(Tip and photos by This Rawsome Vegan Life)

Kitchen Tweak: Artwork

Do you have artwork in your kitchen? We have two prints so far, but recently I've been looking for a few more to add to the collection. Why? Well, I just love how something so unexpected as a framed poster or a photo hanged above the kitchen sink or next to a shelf can make a space look warmer, cozier and friendlier. It really makes a difference, try it!

What do you think? Thumbs up or down?

P.S: This.
P.P.S: That.

(Photos by/via Apartment Therapy, Domino, My Scandinavian Home, HGTV, Jean Stoffer, Country Living, Silke Bonde, SF Girl, and Homme Maker)

Epic Granola Dust

In recent years I swore off store-bought granola and cereals. They seemed healthy and gem-packed with natural goodness until I looked at the ingredients list. Yup, it's not a pretty sight.

So I decided to take matters into my own hands and started to only rely on homemade stuff. One of our most recent revelations is Jamie Olive's granola dust from his Everyday Super Food cookbook. Have you got that one? It's a great all-rounder!

You can eat it as you would your morning granola with milk or natural yogurt and fresh fruit, but you can also use it to make porridge or to boost up your morning smoothie. It also makes a phenomenal base for pancakes and a hot winter drink too. Here is the full recipe for it, including a few ways to use it...

P.S: Plus, this tip.
P.P.S: And behind closed door.

(Photo by Jamie Oliver)

Life-Changing (Stale) Bread Trick

Confession: when it comes to bread, you will never see me throwing out a stale loaf. It might be because of my upbringing or just my undeniable love for it, but when I get a loaf, I eat it till the last crumble :)

Over the years, in hopes to find a way to savior every last slice, I've tried a bunch of different ways to revive it and the technique that never disappoints is this:

Stick your bread under water (warm or cold, it's up to you). Set your oven for a 'warm' (300-325 degrees) setting. Place your wet bread into the oven and set a timer for 6-7 minutes. Ta dah!

In the words of Rochelle: 'What emerges will be a good-as-new loaf: moist on the inside, crackly-crust on the outside.'

Yup, exactly that! Enjoy...

P.S: Oh yes!
P.P.S: The best way to eat zucchini bread.

(Tip by/via bon appétit. Photo by Emma Christensen via The Kitchn)

Last Minute Homemade Valentine's Day Treat

Do you celebrate Valentine's Day with friends?

Hm, if I happen to meet a friend for a coffee on the day, I always make sure to prepare something sweet to make her day a bit more fun. This year, I decided to try Hannah's scented wax sachet idea. Those little flower hearts are perfect for hanging in wardrobes, in cars, bathrooms or even sneaking into drawers. Yup, the are designed to make everything smell divine for weeks to come.

So if you fancy a last minute Valentine's Day project, make a few of those sachets for yourself or someone you like. Here is the brilliant how-to...

P.S: Plus, this manicure.
P.P.S: And those adorable heart milk cubes.

(Photos by Jojotastic via Tradlands)

Funky Winter Shoe Trick

Ha! If you need a bit of winter wardrobe cheering up, why don't you brighten up your favourite pair of Oxford's with funky giant pom poms? I know at least two people who could pull off this look to perfection - looking at you Amy and Abby :)

Are you brave enough?

P.S: And this sassy style tweak that I love!
P.P.S: Real ballet shoes for the street?

(Photos by Anna Marie Killian via/for The House That Lars Built)

Winter Scrub

Does your skin get super dry during winter?

Mine does and one thing that really works for me is a great homemade scrub. This year I took Ashley's advice and made a huge jar of her signature bergamot and rose sugar scrub that also has a dash of dried Calendula flowers and orange zest. It smells amazing and keeps my skin happy even during the coldest days. Win-win! Make some too and you won't be sorry - self-care at its best!

P.S: Plus, this healing tea...
P.P.S: And that very British bath soak.

(Photos by Asami Zenri via/for Ashley Neese)

Festive Shoe Trick

If by any chance you treated yourself to an obscenely high, but incredibly saucy pair of heels for the upcoming Christmas celebrations, or for a hot New Year's party, here is a little tip on how to brake them in before they ruin your night...

Simply, a day or two before you're planning to wear them, use a blow-dryer on them. Yup, supposedly the heat from the blow-dryer will stretch out the area of concern by blow-drying the specific part of the shoe. The only thing is, you have to apply the heat for at least 30 seconds before putting the shoe back on.

Try it, it works amazingly!

P.S: This.
P.P.S: That.

(Photo by The Sartorialist. Tip via Who What Wear)

Winter Hair Fix

If your hair gets unmanageable and frizzy during winter, here is a great little mask to turn your dreary locks into smooth and luscious head of hair!

You just need 3 tablespoons of corn starch, 2 teaspoons of coconut oil, 1 cup of milk and juice of 1 lemon - bring it all to simmer until it gets thick. Let it cool. Apply to your hair and leave it on for about an hour before washing your hair, as usual. Ta-dah!

I've tried it twice so far and my hair feels better than ever. Will you give it a go?

P.S: Nifty (scent) tip.
P.P.S: Plus, don't miss our snazzy GIVEAWAY this week!

(Photos and recipe by/via Susana Machado)

Homemade Granola Top Tip

This past weekend I made 2 new batches of homemade granola. I wanted something nutty, cinnamon-y, festive and crunchy. So I tried Viola's tip of swapping maple syrup or honey for nut butter or jam and it worked like a charm! I used this recipe and added an extra helping of jam and it made the oats, nuts and seeds stick together so much better than ever before. Plus, the extra flavour of the sweet fruit makes the whole thing even more indulging. Win-win!

Try it!

P.S: Plus, this...
P.P.S: And this.

(Photo and tip by/via The Sunshine Eatery)

Mood-boosting Shower Steamers

If you're more of a shower person, I have just the thing to make your morning ritual a whole lot jollier: nifty and aromatic shower steamers that you can make yourself in a jiffy! Just drop one at the bottom of your shower, and enjoy the aroma as the steam starts to rise.

Admittedly, the business of the season is slowly starting to wear me down, so I'm thinking about making a whole jarful of those lavender fizzies to calm the nerves and another one with eucalyptus as cold prevention. Here is the full recipe, I hope you'll try it too!

P.S: Fancy being more creative?
P.P.S: And this...

(Photos by Stephanie - Hello Glow)

Christmas Tweak: Dried Orange Eucalyptus Wreath

I love a good festive wreath, but only when it's a bit understated, a dash rustic and not overly kitschy. So this year, I'm making my own using a simple wire coat hanger, dried orange slices, fresh eucalyptus and Juliette's brilliant tutorial. Look at that beauty! Fancy making one too?

P.S: And this...
P.P.S: Plus, all our Christmas gift guides so far this season...

(Photos by Juliette Laura)

Christmas Room Spray

Fancy making your home smell like Christmas? Just make this super easy room spray. It smells like the warmest mixture of cinnamon, orange and cloves...It's actually pretty dreamy, if you ask me!

Plus, you can print out those pretty tags, attach them to the bottles and share them with your family and friends too...

P.S: Miracle travel spray.
P.P.S: Remember this French tip?

(Photo by Swoonworthy)

Five Takes on Chocolate Bark

When was the last time you were snacking on some great homemade chocolate bark? That long? :) Since it has been a while for me too and I've been craving some chocolaty goodness as well, here are five recipes that I can hardly wait to try - starting with the oh-so pretty matcha white chocolate bark with coconut and raspberries above...

 The hormone balancing nut butter bark...

 The rose, strawberry and pistachio white chocolate bark with pink sea salt...

 The raspberry dark chocolate bark...

And the colour-blocked chocolate bark with edible flower sprinkles.

Which one tickles your fancy?

P.S: Or maybe you're more of a chocolate babka person?
P.P.S: Spike it!

(Photos by Milly's Kitchen, Tending The Table, Now, Forager, Amy's Healthy Baking and Paper and Stitch)