FEBRUARY 2015MT GRAVATT PL AZA EAT WELL, L IVE WELL FLYER

1. Where do your blueberries come from?

Our blueberries are grown in Wollongong, New South Wales.

2. What’s the secret to choosing a good punnet of blueberries?

The general rule is the darker their colour, the sweeter the taste.

3. What’s the best way to store them?

It’s best to refrigerate them in the container you bought them in. We recommend washing them right before you eat them. Any sooner, and the rinsing softens their skin and can cause them to spoil much sooner.

4. Finally, what’s your favourite way to eat blueberries?

In vanilla ice-cream (hey, all in moderation right!) or a fruit salad.

Follow Crispy Carrot on Facebook www.facebook.com/crispycarrot for more tips!

BERRY GOODNESS This month we chat to Peter and Joe from Crispy Carrot about the humble blueberry! Not only are blueberries packed full of antioxidants, but just a handful a day has proven to slow the ageing process, improve your memory and reduce your risk of diabetes.

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BLUEBERRY BANANAICE CREAMThis “ice cream” is super delicious, light and completely guilt-free! Plus, it’s guaranteed to be a huge hit with the kids.

Prep + Cook Time 4 Hours

Serves 6

INGREDIENTS

• 6 frozen bananas

• 2 cups frozen blueberries

• ¼ cup almond milk

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

• Ice cream cones to serve

METHOD

• Add all ingredients into a food processor.

• Mix until consistency is smooth.

• Spoon into airtight container.

• Freeze for at least 3–4 hours or until solid.

• Enjoy!

Emily Visser is the loving mum of 20-month-old Max, a naturopath and the owner of Vitality Health Foods at Mt Gravatt Plaza. Emily and her husband Michael have owned the store for almost four years, although the store has been in Michael’s family for over 30 years. Emily says that she has wanted to be a part of the health food industry since she was a teenager battling chronic glandular fever and depression. “Western medicine and pharmaceuticals continued to let me down and after starting a healing journey with holistic and natural medicine I knew this was what I wanted to do.” While Emily admits that owning her own store can be stressful at times, the pros outweigh the cons. “I love the fact that we often get shown new and exciting products before consumers are relatively aware of them. I also love that I am constantly learning and growing with the market. Our customers often teach us so many new tricks and tips”.

SPOTLIGHT ON VITALITY HEALTH FOODS

– GIVEAWAY –This month we’ve got 3 LILLY CHEWELLERY necklaces to give away! Each necklace is valued at $28 and comes in a range of stylish, colourful designs. To go into the draw, simply email mtgravattplaza@retailfirst.com.au and answer this question: What’s your favourite way to eat blueberries? *Competition closes 5pm Sunday 1 March 2015.

04. ECOTAN COCONUT SUNSCREENWe all know how nourishing coconut can be for your skin, and now there is a coconut sunscreen. It is tinted for a beautiful glow, great for sensitive skin, offers UVA/UVB protection, it is water resistant, SPF30 and can be used on your face and body.

01. LILLY CHEWELLERYA beautiful local company that is a personal favourite of mine! They create stunning jewellery that keeps my toddler busy and amused. Their necklaces come in a wide range of colours and designs, and are BPA free and non-toxic. I love that your children can tug on them and that the safety clasp easily unlatches, instead of potentially choking you like other necklaces!

03. HIMALAYAN SALT LAMPSI always get loads of questions about these. They are great for asthma, colds and flu, sinus and have also been shown to aid in insomnia and depression. They are dim enough to have on whilst sleeping, and are safe as they never get very hot. Salt lamps make for a great gift, or are handy in a nursery as a feeding light.

4 PRODUCTS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WITH EMILY VISSER

02. PANA CHOCOLATEStruggling to kick your chocolate fix? Never fear—now with Pana Chocolate you don’t have too! Pana Chocolate is raw, organic, handmade chocolate lovingly prepared in Melbourne with no machinery. It contains natural, raw ingredients and superfoods such as goji berries, raw organic nuts, coconut oil, cacao and agave.

JON CROSBIE JEWELLER

FREE Professional Ring Clean.

Normally $10 per piece(maximum five pieces)

VJ’S SEAFOOD

TERRY WHITE CHEMIST

VITALITY HEALTH FOODS

STORE SPECIALS PRESENT THE VOUCHER AT YOUR FAVOURITE RETAILER TO REDEEM THE OFFER.

15% OFF all Nourex Professional

Vitamins

20% OFF salt lamps

Buy 2kg or more of VJ’s fresh Australian Trawler

Prawns & receive a FREE VJ’s Chiller Bag

BAKERS DELIGHT

Buy a 6 pack of Hot Cross Buns & receive a FREE Traditional Loaf(white, wholemeal or country grain)

BEAN OUT

Breakfast offer! Bacon, Eggs & Toast combo ONLY $9.90

WOOLWORTHS • COLES MID–2015Cnr Creek & Logan Roads, Mt Gravatt, QLD 4122 T (07) 3349 3388www.mtgravattplaza.com.au www.facebook.com/mtgravattplaza

SATURDAY 28 FEBRUARY 201510AM • 11AM • 12PM

Kids, it’s time to put on your aprons and cook your very own quiche. While it’s cooking, you can decorate a basket to take it home in!

Recommended age 3+ Bookings essential Please phone Centre Management 3349 3388

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FREE MINI CHEF WORKSHOPS Make your own quiche!

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