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What’s legal, fun and perfect for a recession? Entertaining at home!

Entertaining at home is the new going out. Depending on which state you live in, you can host at least two adults in a socially-distant way. This is business-as-usual for some of us, but for others, the idea of cooking... Continue Reading →

Just some money things to tick off your list while you’re in #Iso2020

One of the most polarising memes I've seen all year was this one. The condescension and privilege is pretty offensive to people managing their way through a global trauma. On the upside, it spawned a number of great parodies. I... Continue Reading →

If you’re not making your own bowls, do you even like money?

If there is one food trend I can get on board with, it's bowls. Poke bowls, buddha bowls - call them what you want, they rock. I'll be honest, I make a lot of bowl-based meals at home because I... Continue Reading →

Three tips to impress your friends while secretly saving money

Since unveiling my new kitchen I’ve been on quite the entertaining streak. I’m not afraid of a mid-week dinner party, because a) it’s cheaper than going out and b) I can control my protein/fat/carb intake. So, I’ve had some requests... Continue Reading →

Four steps to save money, cut waste and be hotter

Ok, maybe not hotter, but definitely healthier. Yep, I'm here to talk meal prep. 'Wow, that looks healthy' is a standard refrain from people in the kitchen at work when I get out my food. They say it with a sense... Continue Reading →

Aldi tips, tricks and hacks from a legit expert

In the world of tight-arses, shopping at Aldi is an article of faith. It's not just advertising fluff - their prices are genuinely and significantly cheaper. So, imagine my delight when I moved into my current apartment and found myself... Continue Reading →

Maybe your grandma was right (about money, as well as that boy you were dating)

My late step-grandma* had a saying about choosing a partner: 'Never stoop to pick up nothing'. This post is not about that - I just wanted to share it because it's great, and to prove that Grandmas know their shit.... Continue Reading →

Tight-arse, tree-hugger tips to save money and the planet

I mentioned to a friend how infrequently I use my air conditioning in summer and she asked, "Is that because you're a tree-hugger?" (Said in a loving way). I realised that was a big reason, but also, I am a... Continue Reading →

Top 3 tight-arse meals for the week before payday

As a tight-arse from way back, I hate spending money on work lunches. And as a weightlifter, meal prep and Tupperware containers are 80% of my life. So I can teach you a thing or two about high-protein, low-cost meals. First... Continue Reading →

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