This week's Lovin' Life highlights reel looks a little something like this:
The days have mostly been warm and sunny but the mornings have been a bit crisp. It's the kind of weather that has called for a denim jacket to be casually slipped on as I head out the door to work. I love that casual summer vibe denim jackets give not to mention how comfortable this old favourite from Zara is as well. This is as edgy as it gets with my work wardrobe.
I'm moving up in the world of dumb bells for my 'home gym' (aka the rectangle of floor in front of the television that my yoga mat occupies). Somehow 5 kg at home feels as heavy as 7 kg at the gym...
I'm trying my hardest to take a positive spin on the gloomy weather in Sydney this weekend. Firstly, at least we're not having the extreme weather Melbourne is enduring right now and secondly, cold weekend mornings are the perfect excuse to go exploring for new cafes. Our local Westfield is so massive, just walking the couple of blocks to another entrance will see you find a new cafe and completely different streetscape to look out on as you sip.
I'm especially happy about these little finds. I've previously seen quite a few Simmone Logue baked goods (quiches and pies) on sale at supermarkets but when I saw these pork dumplings and pork belly buns at Woolworths yesterday, I just had to buy both. From memory, they were around $15 per packet.
Pricy but well worth the price. The buns were especially loved by my friend and I as we nibbled at them with a glass of Moet to belatedly celebrate Global Champagne Day yesterday. All you need to do is steam them for 8 minutes and serve. The hoisin sauce included in each bun is just right and the only addition we made was to serve with some cucumber sticks for extra crunch. There was a lovely thick slice of pork belly in each soft bun, no scrimping on quality just because it's ready made here. Well worth considering if you're catering a party this summer.
The dumplings were also well received. More meaty than your average yum cha offering. They weren't dry and didn't fall apart in the steamer. You might need to serve them with a bit of chilli sauce. The children really enjoyed these.
And that's about it from me, this week. It's been a busy one with a lot of ground covered. Here's to next week being just as good!
I've started seeing a lot more little things like that in the supermarket, really quick and easy options. Going to keep an eye on it as it's great for little celebrations like you have here. And champagne day is certainly a day worth celebrating! :)
ReplyDeleteRanny and dull here too today, contemplating getting the scarves and cardigans out again! :)
Hope the weather improves for you guys soon, Mica! It's looking a lot better here today. Finally!
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I've never been able to have dumplings (or pork buns etc) cos I'm coeliac and they don't seem to have gluten-free ones!!! Grrrr....
ReplyDeleteI love seeing more variety. And I'm not likely to eat it but I noted someone sharing cauliflower 'rice' and zucchini noodles they'd found in the fresh food section of Woolies or Coles!
That cauli rice sounds great, Deborah. Will be on the look out for it.
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How did I miss Global Champagne Day? lol. The coffee looks yummy too :)
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Save the date for next year, Di! :-P
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Oh well the weather today up on the coast was so cold and icy I couldnt even go for a walk for very long. Shopping centres are certainly good for that though..walking I mean. A bit of trivia for you about Simmone Logue! Her Mum was a much valued and loved teacher when my son was in Primary School and he was lucky enough to have her twice!!
ReplyDeleteDenyse,
DeleteThat is a brilliant little piece of trivia! Thank you!
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Love your Sunday highlights reel. I hope moving the Lovin' Life Linky to Thursday doesn't stuff up the concept too much for you?
ReplyDeleteNot at all, will just schedule post for new day! It all sounds very exciting.
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Those Simone Logue offerings look good- I'll keep an eye out for them.
ReplyDeleteNow I'm planning to go back for a pie or a quiche fro the brand.
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