Family dinners with young children can be messy, noisy and exhausting. Rebecca James finds herself reaching for an old family saying — and realising she may be turning into her grandfather after all. The nightly chaos of feeding children “I don’t like this!” Jimmy makes a face...
A warm, easy pudding using pantry basics and any tired fruit in the bowl This is a good one for families because it feels like dessert, but it’s mostly fruit, oats and pantry staples. It is also forgiving — you can use apples, pears, frozen berries,...
Chicken Drumstick Rice Bake: a budget family dinner that cooks in one dish Chicken drumsticks are often much cheaper than chicken breast, and because they cook on the bone, they add plenty of flavour without needing expensive extras. This simple rice bake is warm, filling and...
When Kym Armytage’s son’s daily meltdowns didn’t ease with age, discipline or parenting books, she began to wonder what else might be going on. Her family’s experience led them to explore food intolerance — with professional help. When the “terrible twos” don’t pass My son has issues....
An old-school family dinner that still earns its place on the table Tuna pasta bake may not be fancy, but that’s part of its charm. It’s warm, filling, kid-friendly and made mostly from pantry and freezer staples. For families watching the grocery budget, it’s also a...
Teenagers are growing fast, learning more independence and often making more of their own food choices. But many Australian teens are missing out on the nutritious foods they need, reports Catharine Fleming. Here’s what parents can do to help — without making every meal a...
When you have young children, writes Nick Fuller, it can be tempting to feed them early, then sit down to a separate meal once they’re in bed. But setting a routine where you eat as a family, for even a couple of nights a week, can...
When the budget’s tight but you still want something fresh and satisfying, this Thai basil chicken delivers. It’s fast, flexible, and easy to bulk out with extra veg—perfect for busy weeknights....
Most of us like to think we’re doing a pretty good job when it comes to our health. But new Australian research suggests there’s a gap between what we believe we’re doing right — and what’s actually happening day to day. The confidence trap: why we...
Money’s tight, but food prices are up, write Lauren Ball and Emily Burch. Now the weekly food shop requires more planning, brand swaps and deciding whether to cut back on non-essentials. Another interest rate rise and a spike in fuel prices are placing increasing pressure on...
