Buy Cook Eat

01/05/2026

Wondering how to use up those leftover rolled oats from making ANZAC Biscuits?

Why not make some Active Ant Bars!

They're a great snack idea for hungry kids and adults, especially for weekend sport or travel

Happy cooking!

https://www.buycookeat.com.au/recipes/active-ant-bars



Image Description: a photo of a slab of freshly baked Active Ant Bars and a photo of two bars on a wooden board. Text reads Active Ant Bars, recipe on our website www.buycookeat.com.au above this text is a cartoon style picture of cooking items. There's also a list of ingredients:
1 cup Rolled Oats; ½ Cup Wholemeal Plain Flour; ¼ Cup Raw Sugar; ¼ Cup Desiccated Coconut; ½ Cup Oat Bran; ¼ Cup LSA Meal; ¼ Cup Pepitas; ¼ Cup Sunflower Seeds; 1/3 Cup Sesame Seeds; ½ Cup Chopped Raw Nuts; 1/3 Cup dried fruit; 1 teaspoon Cinnamon; ½ Cup Sunflower Oil; 2 Free Range Large Eggs; & 1 Tablespoon Honey

02/04/2026

Happy Easter from Buy Cook Eat!

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We hope you have a safe and enjoyable Easter!

Buy Cook Eat will be closed from 03.04.26 until 13.04.26 for a short break

If you are planning to do some cooking with kids these school holidays to keep them entertained and fed be sure to check out our recipe page on our website

www.buycookeat.com.au

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13/03/2026

What is 'Buy Cook Eat' Food & Nutrition Service?

💜 We reduce the stress and confusion when trying to buy, cook and eat healthy nutritious food!

💙 We provide services face to face and online to individuals and groups

💚 We're owned and operated by a university qualified Nutritionist, Monique Neville, who has lived in the Lithgow NSW area with her family since 2000

💛 We're happy to arrange a free no obligation 15 minute chat to work out what services best suit you from those we offer:

🛒 "BUY" Services 🛒

• Meal Planning Method: know what's for dinner every night with no last minute stress using our system

• Savvy Shopping Solution: save money, be better organised and reduce food waste with this service

👩🏻‍🍳 "COOK" Services 👩🏻‍🍳

• Cooking Demonstrations: learn how to cook quick & easy meals and snacks with take home recipes

• Food & Nutrition Sessions for Children: interactive cooking demonstrations for lunch box recipes designed for ELC's, LDC's and Pre-Schools

🥗 "EAT" Services 🥗

• Nutrition Consultations: caring advice and guidance from a university qualified Nutritionist

• Nutrition & Health Presentations: A range of topics can be presented at your upcoming event

➡️ See our website for more details and to book in

www.buycookeat.com.au

or call/text Monique on 0427 268 496

✅ We also have free recipes on our website, so make sure to have a look for some cooking ideas

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07/03/2026

Happy International Womens Day!

The theme for the United Nations (UN) International Women's Day (IWD) on Sunday 8th March 2026 is 'Balance the Scales'. This refers to the scales of justice and not the scales in the bathroom or kitchen. The UN IWD website talks about the importance of women and girls being 1) Safe, 2) Heard, and 3) Free to shape their own lives. These are very strong and important themes.

IWD isn't just a day to gather in a room and eat pink cupcakes while drinking tea and listening to a speech on women's achievements. It is a day to reflect on what is working well for women and girls, but just as importantly, what changes can be made at all levels. It is a great time to ask what experiences women and girls are having in our community that are not acceptable and need to change. Are women and girls receiving a fair go? If not, why not? What needs to change? How can we balance the scales?

"When women and girls stand equal, families are stronger, workplaces are fairer, communities thrive, and society becomes safer for everyone" - www.iwd.net.au

From a food and nutrition point of view, an example could be looking at how much and what quality food girls and women receive in the family home. Are they given a small serve even though they work just as hard? Are they given the less appealing cuts of meat? Are they going without so others in the family are fed? Are they able to access food that they like to eat and that caters to their needs? Food for thought.

Images are from www.iwd.net.au where you will also find more info about IWD 2026

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Each slide is either light blue or purple and has three women illustrated. Each slide has writing as follows -
1. UN Women Australia IWD 2026 International Women's Day 2026 Balance The Scales For All Women and Girls
2. UN Women Australia IWD 2026 Equality isn't an advantage for some. It's about dignity, safety and fairness for all. Let's For All Women and Girls
3. First Nations women are 34 times more likely to be hospitalised due to family violence than other women. It's time to for All Women and Girls.
4. 1 in 3 women globally experience violence in their lifetime, yet most will never seek formal help or justice. It's time to For All Women and Girls

26/02/2026

Looking for some Lunch Box inspiration or a weekend snack idea?

How about our Buy Cook Eat Chocolate Zucchini Muffins that are full of nutritious ingredients, yummy cocoa powder and a sprinkling of chocolate chips. They have almost 3g of fibre per muffin so are not only tasty but are more satisfying than lower fibre options

This easy recipe with step by step instructions is available on our website, click the link below:

https://www.buycookeat.com.au/recipes/choc-zucchini-muffin

With zucchini's in season this is a great way to use them up, especially if you want a change from zucchini slice and zucchini fritters!

Happy cooking 💜💙💚💛




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19/02/2026

These Wholemeal Banana Oat Muffins are a nutritious lunch box choice as they're packed with wholesome ingredients. This BCE recipe was developed for our Food & Nutrition Cooking Sessions at Early Learning Centres. The recipe is quick and easy to make and an affordable option as it makes about 16 lunch box sized muffins. Bananas and Oats are a good way of getting vitamins, minerals, and fibre. They also provide energy for growing bodies.

These muffins are a great way to help reduce food waste by using up over ripe bananas, especially those bananas that have been on an outing in a bag and ended up back home a bit brown and squishy. Over ripe bananas are also great in smoothies and banana bread - yum!

Why not make a batch of these and freeze them for lunches or snacks? Future you will say thanks! The easy to follow recipe is on our website (link below)
https://www.buycookeat.com.au/recipes/wholemeal-banana-oat-muffins

Happy cooking!

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12/06/2025

This Men's Health Week why not try eating healthier? Small changes can make a big difference!

For more healthy eating tips visit www.healthyliving.nsw.gov.au/Pages/getting-started-for-you.aspx

12/06/2025

What is Buy Cook Eat Food & Nutrition Service?

💜 We reduce the stress and confusion when trying to buy, cook and eat healthy nutritious food!

💙 We're passionate about providing practical nutrition, food, health and cooking education and support to individuals and the community, both face to face and online

💚 We're owned and operated by a university qualified Nutritionist, Monique Neville, who has lived in the Lithgow LGA with her family for over 25 years

💛 We offer services online and in person within the Lithgow NSW Local Government Area (LGA)

☎️ We're happy to arrange a free no obligation 15 minute chat to work out what services best suit you or a loved one from the list below

🛒 "BUY" Services 🛒

Meal Planning Package: know what's for dinner every night a month in advance!

Savvy Shopper Package: save money, be better organised and reduce food waste

👩🏻‍🍳 "COOK" Services 👩🏻‍🍳

Cooking Demos: learn how to cook healthier meals and snacks

Food & Nutrition for Kids: Sessions in ELC's, LDC's and Preschools to encourage healthier lunch box choices

🥗 "EAT" Services 🥗

Nutrition Consultations: caring advice and guidance from a university qualified Nutritionist

Nutrition & Health Presentations: learn about how to buy, cook and eat in a healthier way

💻 See our website for more details

www.buycookeat.com.au

or call/text Monique on 0427 268 496



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20/12/2024

💚 We would like to thank the Buy Cook Eat community for a wonderful year!

❤ Thank you to all our clients and followers for supporting this small business for the past two years

💚 We wish you all an enjoyable festive season, however you spend it. Whether it is with a huge family, or on your own; celebrating with friends, or with your beloved pets; we hope it is filled with joy and love

❤ We are closed from December 21st 2024 to January 12th 2025 for an end of year break. See you in the New Year!

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13/11/2024

13/11/2024

🛒 Grocery Shopping with our Nutritionist Monique can have lots of benefits such as:

💜 Expert Advice 💜

On which foods are a good option, how to read food labels, and what is better value

💙 Improve Food Choices 💙

Learn how to make healthier food choices and cut through the confusion

💚 Personalised Recommendations 💚

Monique can provide personalised recommendations based on your individual needs

💛 Education 💛

Learn about the nutritional value of different foods and reduce stress around making decisions

🛒 Gain skills and confidence to shop without being stressed and confused PLUS save money by not buying items that are better left on the shelf

🛒 Service available in the Lithgow NSW Local Government Area (LGA)

☎️ To Contact us for more information visit our website for details www.buycookeat.com.au or call/text Monique 0427 268 496



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