THE SWAG BLOG
Top 10 Eco-friendly Activities for Kids During Lockdown
We’ve prepared a list of eco-friendly activities to keep the kids entertained! . Added bonus, they are free, fun and the kids can even do some of them by themselves!
Pumpkin Ginger and Turmeric Soup
Nothing quite hits the spot during the cooler months, like a warm cup of pumpkin soup. Creamy, nutty and with a hint of sweetness and spice, this recipe is like a big warm hug!
4 Ways to Reduce School Lunch Waste
Listen to Founder of The Swag, Peita Pini, share what #PlasticFreeJuly means to her as well as 4 tips to help reduce school lunch waste!
The Hummus Recipe Of Your Dreams
To help combat the plastic/chemical laden, store-bought hummus most are used to, we’ve combined all of our favourite hummus recipes to deliver hands down, the best hummus you’ll ever make.
Frankly, My Dear, You Should Give A Damp
If you’re not seeing two weeks of optimal freshness (on average) then most often, your Swags are either too dry or too damp. So let’s explore just how damp your Swag should be, as well as how to, how much and how often to dampen them!
Storing The Swag: The Crisper vs The Shelf
You may be wondering why we’re always so insistent on putting your Swags in the “magic” spot of your fridge, the crisper. Well we dive deep into the cold abyss of the fridge to explore their very important role.
Lemon, Thyme and Rosemary Potato Wedges
This simple recipe is BLOOMING with flavour and with the just the right amount of crunch, seasoning and tang, these potato wedges are a simple, delicious side to serve with any of your favourite meals.
The Three Most Common Steps Missed When Using The Swag
We tend to get the same questions or concerns from our Swag fam, and we often discover that one of these three steps are missed by our Swaggers when they use The Swag for the first time.
Vegetarian San Choy Boy
This delicious, light and satisfying vegetarian take on the chinese classic, San Choy Bow, is a great option if you need to use up any veggies that are on their last days in your crisper!
How to Store and Keep Leafy Greens Fresh for Longer
Whether it be lettuce, bok choy, Swiss chard, kale or spinach, just what exactly is best practice for keeping leafy greens fresh for as long as possible?
👇🏻 Watch The Swag founder, Peita Pini, share her best tips - you won't beLEAF how long your greens will last! 🌿
Did you know The Swag is scientifically proven to keep your fruit and veggies (incuding leafy greens) fresh for 2 weeks or more?
Meet the Baker: Anneka Manning on Getting the Most Out of Your Favorite Loaf
Anneka Manning, one of Australia’s leading bakers and founder of BakeClub reveals her exclusive tips for successfully storing bread (including her experience with our Organic Bread Swag!), so you can get the most out of your favorite loaf.
Dried Cherry & Chocolate Hot Cross Bun Recipe by Anneka Manning
In this updated version of the traditional Easter hot cross bun recipe, Anneka Manning, founder of BakeClub adds chunks of dark chocolate and tart dried cherries, making these even more irresistible!