April 1, 2024

MARCELA LASTRA: The Hairdresser with a Heart of Gold

Marcela Lastra is not your ordinary hairdresser. While she has earned her reputation as a leading figure in the hairdressing industry with her award-winning Longko Salon in Mawson Lakes, she has also made a significant impact on her community through her philanthropic endeavors. Marcela is not just a skilled stylist but also a respected Guest […]

April 1, 2024

Dragon’s Lair is filled with more than Fire and Brimstone

It’s a card and board gamer’s paradise. A place where they can play, compete, buy and trade with like-minded individuals. A place of comradery and community. It’s 8pm on a Wednesday on the outskirts of Parabanks shopping centre. It’s normally a quiet night for the retail centre, yet one of its stores is bustling with […]

April 1, 2024

Sweet Success: Adelaide’s largest lolly shop set to double in size

In the heart of Salisbury lies a confectionery wonderland unlike any other. Kandy House is nestled within Parabanks Shopping Centre. It is Adelaide’s largest lolly shop—a testament to the sweet dreams and entrepreneurial spirit of its owner, Markus. A chef by trade, local guy Markus honed his culinary skills abroad and interstate before returning to […]

April 1, 2024

Rockmelon Sorbet

Ingredients 500g rockmelon 110g caster sugar 1/2 cup egg whites 3/4 cup water Method Place a shallow tin in the freezer to chill. Remove seeds, peel and chop rockmelon and place into saucepan. Add water and sugar. Over low heat, stir until sugar is dissolved. Turn heat up to medium. Bring to boil and cook […]

April 1, 2024

Potato Salad

This easy potato salad recipe is a perfect side dish for any occasion. Made with red skinned potatoes for texture, bacon and fresh herbs and greens for flavour, it’s the best potato salad you’ll ever eat. INGREDIENTS 800g desiree or other red skinned potatoes chopped into bite sized pieces 1 cup mayonnaise 3 tbsps chopped […]

April 1, 2024

Cross Keys BMX Club is flying high

Cross Keys BMX Club is located on the eastern side of the extensive Unity Park complex, the Cross Keys BMX Club track is an exciting network of ramps, dirt jumps and sharp bends that are designed to test a BMX bike rider’s skills. The successful club is home to two former BMX Olympians, including Anthony […]

January 1, 2024

Take a NAP to improve brain function

Everyday in my adult life I try to take an afternoon nap of 20-30 mins. I’m an earlybirdso my batteries are draining by about 3pm.It’s amazing how a power nap can revitalise me and give me new energy for the afternoon and evening. If I skip a nap I notice that my patience and problem-solving […]

January 1, 2024

BEET & FETA TART

INGREDIENTS 40g butter, melted 400g beetroot bulbs, trimmed, peeled 2 tbs honey or brown sugar 3 tbs balsamic vinegar 8 sheets filo pastry 80g danish feta, crumbled 2 tbs olive oil 8 sprigs thyme 30g nuts, chopped (optional) METHOD Step 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Thinly slice beetroot and arrange in a lined baking dish. […]

August 1, 2023

Art Connects: Salisbury Art Society on display at the Mawson Centre

The Salisbury Art Society invites you to connect spiritually with art that speaks to you. Presenting a diverse mix of subjects and media to thrill and inspire you to reflect, create and ignite your imagination. On display at the Mawson Centre as part of SALA at Mawson Lakes celebrations from Monday 7 August to Friday […]

August 1, 2023

Tiramisu

INGREDIENTS 500g mascarpone cheese 2 Tbsp caster sugar 400mls freshly brewed strong coffee, cooled 2 Tbsp tia maria or kahlua (optional) 1 250g pkt savoiardi (or similar) biscuits 80g good-quality dark chocolate, grated METHOD Step 1 Beat the mascarpone and caster sugar in a medium mixing bowl with electric beaters until soft peaks form. Set […]

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