Many of us are nicely familiar with slow food and slow fashion – but what about applying those principles of mindfulness and conscious consumption to your workspace? The Slow Movement began in Rome in 1986, when concern about the introduction of fast-food chains into Italy triggered a push for slower, more thoughtful food production and…
There’s food, and then there’s ‘superfood’ – a collection of ancient ingredients with a reputation for going the extra mile when it comes to nutrition. In Issue 40 we got the lowdown from Davina Chan at Power Super Foods on where these edible superstars came from. Maca The newest superfood this side of Krypton, maca…
Yum! If you’ve still got room for a couple more deliciously decadent treats this season, take a look at Maz Pugoy’s recipe for nutrient rich, raw cupcakes, as featured in Issue 22 of Peppermint. These mini cupcakes are a crowd pleaser and come in perfect little portions. You can enjoy them completely guilt-free, because there…
Chill out over summer with this moreish mango lassi from Teresa Cutter, AKA The Healthy Chef. A power-packed smoothie rich in probiotics, antioxidants and amino acids, it’s the ideal way to get a boost of health in the festive season! Ingredients (serves two) 1 mango, chopped 1⁄2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1 cup natural…
Us humans are generous creatures, so it’s no wonder that when the giving season slides up in its sleigh we tend to go slightly overboard. We eat more, buy more and waste more, all in the name of love. Charities that deal in the unwanted (like food, electronics and clothing) are inevitably inundated, and that’s…
How does one use the humble coconut to improve the lives of entire communities in the Solomon Islands? Dr Dan Etherington went and did just that, and we’re very excited to see that his invention won him the top award at Moral Fairground’s recent Ethical Enterprise Awards. The awards recognise the most inspirational ethical enterprise…
HELLO SYDNEY! Exciting news from Team Pepps: we’ll be at the amazing Big Design Market for all three days of its Sydney event! As well as magazines and subscription offers (and Issue 40’s just one of the awesome inclusions in the legendary Big Design Market goodie bag), we’ll have our BEAUTIFUL, brand-new 2019 Peppermint wallplanners,…
The calendar of the South West’s Nyoongar people includes six annual seasons – Birak, Bunuru, Djeran, Makuru, Djilba and Kambarang – which all reflect the changes in the natural world that come with the passing of time. Each is traditionally used as a guide to what to harvest and where to move across the land. We’ve…
Harvest Newrybar is something of a triple threat, with a deli, coffee cart and restaurant all jostling for attention in a beautiful old Queenslander in Northern New South Wales. We chatted to Cafe Cultural Manager, Ema Lindner, to find out all about how her day unfolds. 5.30/6.00am // I wake up and have a…
In each and every issue of Peppermint we partner with our pals at The Fabric Store to bring you amazing free sewing patterns (brought to life by Emily at In the Folds) that bring inspiration to our beloved sewing community. But how do the very people who are surrounded by amazing fabrics day-in, day-out choose…
Our Summer Issue 40 is on sale today and it takes a look at some big ol’ subjects: climate change, the rise of veganism, innovation in fashion, and the lessons we can take from traditional villages when it comes to living better, longer lives – plus a side of feminist water ballet for good measure!…
Been taken by surprise by the sudden onset of summer sunshine? Want to hit the beach in some of the coolest and kindest sustainable swimmers around? Want no more, because we’ve rounded up a bunch o’ the very best togs to take you right through the hottest season. Race you to the shore! Kowtow The…
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