Food Shopping for the Frugal
We all have ways we like to shop. My favourite is a mish-mash of supermarket delivery, the fruit and veg market and ethnic stores. Ethnic stores… Read More »Food Shopping for the Frugal
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Menu Monday 4th March 2013
In honour of the brave, first spring flowers, I have decided to put a bit of spice on the menu. It is such a joy… Read More »Menu Monday 4th March 2013
Lean Reviews Jump Start 2013
Hello March, I hear a rumor that spring might be here soon so we better get ready. This for me is the best time to… Read More »Lean Reviews Jump Start 2013
Menu Monday 25th March 2013
Happy almost Spring! We are in the hopefully in the last push against winter. It seems that everyone has a cold and feels pretty rotten… Read More »Menu Monday 25th March 2013
And Now Some GOOD News
With all the doom and gloom that is about, I thought I would pass on some good news. This past weekend was something a bit… Read More »And Now Some GOOD News
Is bravado making you broke?
We all have people that we want to look good in front of: colleagues, competitors, family and even good friends. I have a mate who… Read More »Is bravado making you broke?
Menu Monday 18th February 2013
This week, I am planning to make very easy food that comes from the cupboard or freezer. I have a lot I want to get… Read More »Menu Monday 18th February 2013
Menu Monday 11th February 2013
Happy year of the Snake which is supposedly going to bring us a year of prosperity. Fingers crossed on that one! I feel safe to… Read More »Menu Monday 11th February 2013
Menu Monday 4th February 2013
Dear lovely readers, I am sorry that I have been MIA for the past almost two months. I have had a few changes in life… Read More »Menu Monday 4th February 2013
Menu Monday 10th December 2012
Last week, I barely cooked at all, my very annoying sinus infection totally sidelined me, I went to work came home and crawled into my… Read More »Menu Monday 10th December 2012
Beat the £1 Trap
When I was in my local Sainsburys the other day, I noticed they are trying to do the £1 trick with produce. Do they think… Read More »Beat the £1 Trap
Lean Reviews – Jamie’s 30 Minute Meals
A new addition to The Lean Times is Lean Reviews, where I will be reviewing books, apps and whatever else interesting that comes my way.… Read More »Lean Reviews – Jamie’s 30 Minute Meals