Sandy Lim

While not technically exotic, Australia’s bush tucker is still on the fringe of the mainstream. Currently popularised by gourmet chefs and the “fancy” aisle at the supermarket (if you are lucky enough to have your supermarket stock native produce), it’s easy to forget that these are ordinary fruits and veggies, herbs and spices we’re working with.

It all started in the spring of 73 BC, when just seventy-four men, armed with only kitchen knives and skewers, escaped from a gladiator school in Capua and began a two-year, 60,000-strong rebellion against the Roman Republic.

We love the idea of living off the land. It inspires dreams of vast, untainted landscapes and humans living in harmony with nature. Except we’re not quite there yet. Or rather, not there any more. Australia has changed so much over the last two centuries that some traditions would be impossible to bring back.

Let me get this out of the way — I’m no foodie. I just like to eat. And I love weird food.
Or should I say, “weird food”, because, to be frank, I don’t find things like tripe and tongue all that strange. At least not until my friends give me that look. If you have an adventurous palate you may not find these foods weird at all. In fact, you may be able to tell me the best spots for finding them around town. But for conventional eaters wanting to stray from the mainstream, and experience a wid...

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As an owner-occupier, you stand to gain the most from upping the sustainability factor of your home and garden. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

‘Bushfood’ refers to native Australian flora and fauna, traditionally used in Aboriginal food and medicine. Long before early settlers arrived, bringing with them a slew of new plants and animals, Aboriginal Australians would hunt, forage and farm a variety of species that had already existed here for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. And yet, 200+ years later, the majority of plants in our diet originally came from overseas. At least, that’s according to Tucker Bush, the brand behind the...

Turmeric is a darling in the health food world right now. It’s hailed for the anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties of its key phytonutrient, curcumin, though more research is needed to confirm its true efficacy. Well.org loves the organic turmeric supplement, PuraThrive, but if you prefer a more foodie approach, try these great recipes for getting more turmeric into your diet.

I love terrariums. In creating these tiny worlds, the possibilities are endless. Well, except for the possibility of creating a giant world. That’s part of the allure of these little beauties, I think — the ability to maintain a ‘whole’ garden at a darling scale. If managing a house full of indoor plants still proves too much, there’s always the magic and charm of the terrarium garden.

According to our friends at RiverMint Dining, most bush tucker herbs are best eaten fresh. If you’re using them uncooked as a garnish, condiment or a sprinkle, your best bet is to delay harvesting until you’re ready to eat them. Most of our native herbs range will provide a fresh supply throughout the year. Still, you may find yourself wanting to harvest and prepare several batches ahead of time. Here’s how to preserve Tucker Bush herbs from your own home grown plants.
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If you’re reading this, you’ve probably considered a bare minimum skincare regime. And who could blame you? The simpler the routine, the easier it is to fit into a busy lifestyle. No, you don’t have to spend half an hour on your skin every night to keep it fresh and healthy. And you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars on a full suite of designer skincare products.
Your personal routine will depend largely on what type of skin you have (oily, dry, normal, sensitive or combination), what th...

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Sweat is a fascinating topic, though it doesn’t always get glowing reviews. Say what you want about it, but without the ability to sweat (a condition known as anhidrosis, and to a lesser degree hypohidrosis), our bodies would overheat and suffer from heat-related complications like muscle cramps, hallucinations, impaired cognitive function, vomiting, and even death. Sounds grim, doesn’t it? Here’s the story behind this vital bodily function — why it happens, how it works, and what to do when ...

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No wonder gut health is such a hot topic — according to a recent report by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, digestive disease contributes to a total of 72 million doctor visits, hospitalizations or emergency admissions in the US alone.
So, there’s a good chance, at some point in your life, you’ve been told to take a probiotic or digestive enzyme as a dietary supplement. No, they’re not “quack remedies”. You may be consuming them already — just not in pill ...