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Ramadan At Jones the Grocer

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner, takeaways – Jones the Grocer are doing it all this Ramadan

Need somewhere for your brekkie/caffeine fix post drop-off? We hear you, mamas! And we are SO grateful for Jones the Grocer whose outlets will be open and serving up everything from the most amazing coconut flour pancakes in the mornings to cheese boards of dreams in the evening plus everything in between throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan.

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We’ve been fans of this Aussie import since the very day we discovered their walk-in cheese room (pure heaven, these guys are the largest independent retailers of French, British, Italian and Swiss cheeses in the UAE). From freshly baked goodies made daily in-house to that all-important coffee bar plus live jazz over a glass of grape, kiddie cooking classes, family lunches and takeaway options for those nights when you really can’t think of anything to whip up in the kitchen – Jones the Grocer does it ALL brilliantly. Oh and there’s also a lovely little selection of gourmet products and deli items so that you can recreate some of that Jones magic at home (and make your kitchen cupboards look a little more stylish in the process).

And this Ramadan, a new ‘tick as you go’ interactive menu is not only fun but fabulous for foodies. Build your own salads, cheese, charcuterie and antipasti boards and platters before tucking into mains including Jones signature Waguy burger or Chili Prawn Linguini or Ramadan specials like Pistachio herb crusted lamb rack with moussaka, Quinoa falafel wrap or Three cheese truffle toastie with fig and pomegranate jam (um… yes we’ll take it all) and desserts to-die-for.

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Meet your friends for a cuppa and a catch-up, tap away on your laptop over coffee, take the kids for post-school munchies, have a big ol’ family lunch or grab a takeaway – this Ramadan Jones the Grocer is THE place to go.

Jones The Grocer Outlets in Dubai Open During Ramadan:

  • Al Manara along Sheikh Zayed Road: 730 am – midnight
  • Emirates Golf Club: 6 am – 10 pm
  • Dusit Thani: 24 hours

Careem to offer 20% off all Careem rides to Jones the Grocer across the UAE – valid from 14th May to 16th June. The code is JONESTHEGROCER

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Summer Juice Cleanse: Why do it and What does it involve?

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Is a juice diet the best way to prepare your body and mind for summer? We’ve often shied away from juice diets for fear that they’re just too hard or promise too much. But Polly spills all (the juice) on why she loved it 

Why do it?

In celeb-land, everyone who is anyone has been on a juice diet. Beyonce swears her cayenne pepper concoction helped her drop twenty pounds in two weeks for a movie role, while Gwynnie, Fergie (Black Eyed Peas not disgraced royal!), Olivia Wilde and Salma Hayek are just a few of the hot mamas out there crediting juice diets with helping them get red carpet ready.

Now awards season may be over (and all my invites must have got mysteriously lost in the post!) but summer is coming and I’d really like to go home for the holidays, looking and feeling my best. So when the guys at Wild and the Moon invite me to try their entry-level essential detox programme for three days, I jump at the chance.

They tell me their carefully balanced juices will help my body eliminate toxins, reboot my system, increase my energy levels and even help me lose weight. And, they promise, their juices actually taste good. Where do I sign?

Read more: Mamas Who Lunch (Healthily) At Wild & The Moon

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What does it involve?

Put simply, juice! For three days, I have to cut out everything but their essential programme, which consists of a ‘bam shot in the morning and five juices to have, spaced at different intervals (they suggest 8am, 11am, 2pm, 5pm and 8pm), through the rest of the day. They also advise cutting down on processed foods and upping your intake of leafy greens in the days before you start but I’m afraid I warmed up with a McDonalds because I have a demanding four year old (and a sugar problem). Hey, if I were already a healthy eater, I wouldn’t need the programme, right?

So is it hard?

I must admit I felt totally daunted when the first delivery (yes, mamas they’ll bring them to you so there’s really no excuse!) arrived and I unwrapped five bottles of juice, some of which looked like pond water. But of the ten different juices I tried (day three’s juices are the same as day one!) there was only one that I didn’t like (and that’s because I hate pomelo). The rest were delicious and because you get to have five a day, you genuinely don’t have the chance to go hungry.

What do the juices really taste like?

See above. One of them was a bit too grapefruit-y for my liking but there’s a huge variety. I could swig on ‘better than botox’ all day long. The juices are also a mix – some are fruitier and refreshing, while the ones that you drink instead of a lunchtime meal tend to be a bit creamier (yummo almond milk) so they fill you up and make you feel like you’re having a treat.

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Are there any side effects?

Other than suddenly sympathising with the dog every time she eyed up somebody’s else’s food, none! No headaches, hunger pangs or emergency trips to the loo. Hub claims that my temper was shorter than usual, but perhaps he was just being more annoying than usual. Jury’s out on that one!

Did it work?

Definitely! Not only did I lose 0.2 of a kilo in three days, but my stomach definitely felt flatter. More importantly, it made me more mindful when it comes to food. I realized how often I reach for a snack out of boredom, deal with stress by diving into the biscuits or finish the kiddos’ food because it’s there. Cutting out the crap has made me reevaluate my entire approach and I’m already planning my next cleanse.

The details…

Wild and the Moon offers two detox packages – the essential for beginners or the intense for those who’ve juiced before – for either one, three or five days at a time. Packages start from 270 AED/day. For more information click here

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A Super Yummy Healthy Breakfast Recipe: Almond Milk Chia Pudding

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Koita Have Introduced An Organic Almond Milk To Their Family & This Chia Pudding Recipe Is Just One Awesome Way To Use It!

Nutritious, low in calories, dairy free and full of vitamins and nutrients – Koita’s new organic almond milk is a must-have in your fridge, mamas! Want to try a fun way to use it (and to get the kiddos eating their brekkie too)? – this recipe is just the thing.

Recipe: Almond Milk Chia Pudding
Gluten-Free & Lactose-Free
Serves 4

Ingredients

  • 1L Koita Almond Unsweetened drink
  • 170g chia seeds
  • 2 vanilla pods
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • Handful (80 g) blueberries & blackberries
  • Handful (30 g) walnuts

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Preparation

  1. Make chia pudding: In a bowl, combine the Koita Organic Almond Milk with the chia seeds, vanilla seeds from the pods and the maple syrup . Mix well until the mixture begins to thicken.
  2. Store covered in the refrigerator for at least an hour but ideally overnight.
  3. Using half the mixture, pour a equal layer of chia pudding into the bottom of four glasses or jars, followed by a layer of half of the berries and finally a layer using half of the walnuts. Repeat layering one more time using the remainder of your ingredients.
  4. You’re good to go!

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Annabel Karmel’s Super Fuelled After School Snacks For End Of Term

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Keep Energy Levels Up With These Delicious After School Snacks

It’s almost the end of term and the kid are feeling tired! Let your little learners re-fuel with these fun, finger-food style snacks from leading children’s cookery author Annabel Karmel – perfect to have to hand for hungry tums (and for hungry mamas too!). They also double up as the perfect treats for play dates, too (because it’s time for the kids to see their friends before going away for the hols).

Remember – a hungry child is a less fussy child so that famished post-school window of opportunity is a good time to try something new.

Looking for more food inspiration? Unlock a world of exclusive recipes, insider news and special offers by downloading the Annabel’s handy Baby & Toddler Recipe App. This is the must-have app for delicious mealtimes (and clean plates!) Available via the app store or visit www.annabelkarmel.com for more information.   

Annabel Karmel fans like us? Here are few other recipes, you can try:

Annabel Karmel’s Sunshine Coolers
Pack In Their Five-A-Day With Help From Annabel Karmel
Annabel Karmel’s Bite-Size Favourites

 

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Annabel Karmel’s Quick & Easy Family Dinners

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It’s a Busy Time Of Year! But These Quick & Easy Family Dinners By Annabel Karmel Will Make Mealtimes A Breeze

Busy nights can sometimes leave you lacking inspiration come dinner time, but cooking from scratch doesn’t have to mean producing elaborate meals and spending hours in the kitchen. Leading children’s cookery author Annabel Karmel is here to help with these deliciously simple suppers!

Looking for more food inspiration? Unlock a world of exclusive recipes, insider news and special offers by downloading the Annabel’s handy Baby & Toddler Recipe App. This is the must-have app for delicious mealtimes (and clean plates!) Available via the app store or visit www.annabelkarmel.com for more information.   

Annabel Karmel fans like us? Here are few other recipes, you can try:

Annabel Karmel’s Sunshine Coolers
Pack In Their Five-A-Day With Help From Annabel Karmel
Annabel Karmel’s Bite-Size Favourites
Annabel Karmel’s Super Fuelled After School Snacks For End Of Term

 

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Healthy Summer Refreshment: Homemade Honey Lemonade

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Natasha Pathak from Coconutty Kids shares a super healthy summer drink for the whole family to enjoy.

Is there anything more bright and summery than Lemons?! It’s scorching hot outside and my girls keep asking for Lemonade but wait, what about all the sugar that most Lemonades are known for?! No way do I want my girls (or anyone) literally drinking down cups of refined sugar. So, I decided to make up my very own natural and refreshing Homemade Honey Lemonade without all the junk and fake stuff – no nasties here! All you need is Honey, Water and yes, you guessed it, Lemons!

Mamas, this is such a simple and easy recipe for an old favourite and well worth the effort to make as a weekend treat. Please do try the recipe and don’t forget to share your photos and tag #coconuttykids.

Ingredients:

This recipe serves 4 people.

  • 1/2 Cup Raw Honey
  • 3/4 Cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice (seeds removed)
  • 4 Cups is Water and
  • some Ice
  • Garnish: Lemon Slices and Mint

Method:

  1. Heat 1 Cup is Water on the stove
  2. Once it’s cooled slightly, then add your honey and stir until it’s completely dissolved
  3. Place your Honey Water mixture into the refrigerator to chill.
  4. Add to a large pitcher or glass jug your Chilled Honey Mixture, the remaining Water and Lemon Juice and stir well.
  5. Taste! It should be a zingy, bright, refreshing Lemonade – balanced between sweet and tart.
  6. Add plenty of Ice and slices of Lemon to garnish.
  7. Optional: Infuse further with Fresh Mint or Slices of Fresh Ginger.
  8. Serve up and watch your little ones enjoy every single sip!

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