Years ago, the mum behind Chillihilli bubby coolers found all the standard bottle coolers too bulky to fit into her nappy bag.

Wanting a really simple solution, she put her children’s bottles into her husband’s stubby coolers. The concept worked perfectly but she wanted a cuter option, so set about creating ChilliHilli bubby coolers.

The bubby coolers come in two sizes – wide and slimline – so no matter what bottles you use, you’ll find one to fit. They will keep liquids cool or warm for up to 2 hours and the soft neoprene fabric absorbs any condensation (keeping your nappy bag dry).Best of all, they make bottles easier for little hands to hold!

This is an extra special pre-launch MoM Review. Our mums get the very first bubby coolers to try!


Published 2nd December 2010


  • These are great for keeping formula cool but couldn’t get it to keep drinks warm unless I used boiling water. Designs are awesome, much better than using an stubby holder with an alcohol logo on it!



  • I would highly recomend these they have been fantastic over the last couple of months.Everything was kept at the right temp and we had other kids and there mums trying to pinch our coolers..lol. Love the fact we had 2 diff sizes to trial and the patterns are great.



  • I got these to try and OMG they are sooo cute!!!!!! They are “just like daddys”… (but of course a LOT cuter) I love the designs and they keep bottles at a nice temp ( Hot or cold however you had them). I love using mine. A big thumbs up here!!!



  • now i can say i’ve truly tested these out over the past few months, they’ve been put through the wash, left in the rain and carried everywhere by my little one. and she STILL loves them!! and they are still in perfect condition!
    definitely an amazing product that all mums need!



  • I love these bubba coolers! My son loves cold milk, so it worked that way for me. And it was great having the two sizes too, cause i have some larger bottles and the smaller ones too. I also have used it on his water bottle too. He loves them!



  • Used the bubby cooler a lot of the the last month! Simple but fantastic product!



  • look really good. cool designs. work well keeping bottles at the right temp for longer :)



  • Oops, I have been too busy using my Chillihilli Bubby Cooler I haven’t posted my thoughts, so here goes – I Love It!

    I have been using the wide neck bottle cooler since I received it about 4 or 5 weeks ago. It’s has been used to keep bottles cool, and to keep bottles warm, as the weather has been all over the place.

    They are fantastic to use when out and about, however they are as great to use at home. My DD loves to graze her way through a bottle, so they keep the temperature of the contents at the right temperature for the hour she takes to finish.

    I just love the funky designs. They’re also so easy to stick in the nappy bag if it isn’t already on the bottle when you’re heading out.

    One of those cool and functional baby products we all love to see.



  • I received my Chillihilli bubby coolers just before I went on 3 weeks holiday with my 1 year old. They were really handy keeping his drinks at the right temperature while travelling around and the designs are really cute. What a great product – well overdue!



  • Just took a road trip to the coast for New Years and when packing the car up I put my bubs hot water bottles into the coolers. They were great – lasted a good few hours into the trip and there was no condensation in the nappy bag. Thumbs up!



  • Still using Chillihilli and it is still in great condition. Holding up through all those trips on the road and being squashed into the nappy bag. Would recommend this product and am going to keep enjoying using mine.



  • There’s nothing you can say bad about these handy must have items. My only comment would be a clear panel to see how much my boy has eaten would make it even more spectacular than it its already!!

    Everyone that has seen them has commented on how great they are and I can only agree!



  • Love this product!!!! Still using it and it hasn’t fallen apart!. Use to use the good old stubbie cooler but they are cheap and fell apart very easy (especially the bottom of them), and even after I found my 8 yo pretending the Chillihilli it was a football, the Chillihilli has come up trumps. The cool designs are great too. Will keep using it.



  • I still am loving my Chillihilli! With either heat or cold with the rain my daughters bottles have stayed cooler for longer or warmer for longer. They also make it easy to grip for little hands!



  • LOVE THESE!!!! Really great idea, and can’t believe it’s not been thought of before. Good for you ChilliHilli!!

    My 2yr old loves them for her sippy cups too!! Just fantastic…

    I make sure I HIGHLY recommend them to everyone who asks about them, and I get plenty of people asking!



  • What can I say! they are fabulous I’ve had mine for a couple of weeks and I must admit they have become a neccessity for daily use, keeping my boys milk at a perfect temp in this cooler climate. My only wish is that we would have some summer weather :-)
    A must to have in any Mums kitchen!



  • We have contiuned to use our Chillihilli buddy cooler over the Christmas period. It kept baby’s bottle nice and cool for her while we where heading south for the hoildays. The in-laws thought the cooler was a great idea and commented on it’s funky design. Though granddad did make a few comments that it did look quite similar to his bottle cooler. Chillihilli was easy to pack to take away.



  • What a lovely surprise it was when I receive these gorgeous Chillihilli bubby coolers!! My son loves the modern owl print & they arrived just in time for the summer heat! I find that they are great for bottles & also pop in snacks in containers to keep them from going horribly wrong!!! Thank you so much for the opportunity to trial them…..these are great little additions to bubba’s nappy bag :)



  • Started using these this week…
    I am so impressed! My little one has decided that when she is hungry shes hungry NOW so i always need a botle prewarmed for her… this makes it so much easier.
    going to make life much easier whiler we are out travelling all day for xmas!! Only issue is now that hubby wants one for his beer!! he loves the design!! lol



  • I took my bubby cooler out with us out to the pub last Sat night as we went for dinner after hubby’s cricket game. All the boys and WAGS were so impressed that my little girl had her own drink cooler (even though it was actually keeping it warm) The cover was quite a conversation point with everyone we were with.


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I fondly remember slow, summer afternoons withĀ family and friends gathered around a tableĀ of delicious finger-food during my childhood – the adults chatting and laughing, the kids pretending they understood the jokes. My parents had continued their Mediterranean traditions long after settling in Australia – and the simple joy of an effortlessly elegant gathering was one of my favourites.

What I don’t remember is my parents ever being stressed about the gatherings. It all just seemed to ‘come together’. Ah, how times have changed!

There’s something about the Italian style of entertaining that’s still so alluring in our fast-paced family lives. The idea of La Dolce Vita: a sweet life surrounded by family, friends, food andĀ minimal fuss.Ā Which is why we’veĀ enlisted the help of the entertaining experts at SandhurstĀ to share easy tips for elegant, memorable summer get-togethers.

We also asked our community of mums to share their tried and true, easy summer entertaining ideas, and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Euro-Inspired Entertaining

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Before we dive into the delicious world of sumptuous, simple summer entertaining, it helps to know a little about the inspiration behind our guide. And that’s the concept of Italian entertaining – where time is taken to lovingly grow ingredients, before enjoying them with those you love.

Established in 1988, Sandhurst was born from the time-honoured traditions of generations of the family behind the brand – a proud Italian Australian family passionate about qualityĀ produce sourced from world’s best growers.

At the helm of Sandhurst are brothers Mimmo and Ray Lubrano, who live and breathe the impeccable ingredients that become the centrepiece of so many gatherings in Australian family homes.

“Tradition is what we stand for. We’re custodians of Italian values,” explained Mimmo. “When we go to Italy we see it in our grandparents, our parents came from Italy in the 50s. The tradition is a set of values: honesty, teamwork, participation, family – all the things you would associate with Italian family are the values.”

And it’s these beautiful valuesĀ that make summer gatherings in Australia an extension of the European table.

Easy Summer Entertaining Starts With … Time Saving Secrets!

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A sweet summer of entertaining doesn’t need to be stressful. In fact, it shouldn’t be. It’s a chance to spend time with loved ones. To press pause on life and make memories. And it can be simple! So here are some really easy tips for making your home the place where everyone wants to gather this summer.

Create An Entertaining Kit

Whether it’s pre-planned or you’ve had friends or family drop-in, having a few things ready to go immediately melts away any stress. Here are some things to include in a summer entertaining kit:

  • A red table cloth: It instantly says festive!
  • Some platters and serving dishes
  • Candles
  • SomeĀ quality antipasto ingredients that simply need to be decanted and enjoyed!

Many Hands Make Light Work

As mums, we tend to be our own worst enemy when it comes to delegating tasks. But remember, a summer of entertaining is about creating memories – not perfection. So let the kids help, and accept offers from your guests who’d like to bring something along to share.

“It can be overwhelming, so just delegate, and prepare. I do one dish prep per day and pop them in the freezer. Then they just need to be heated up.Ā Let the kids do the decorating for you – plus keeps them busy!” – MoM Member Kirsty

Decorate With Happiness

There’s no need to pull out your finest crystal to pull off an elegant get together. Take a look around your home and garden to see what will bring your table to life. A bowl of lemons is a gorgeous addition, as is a bunch of gum leaves. Keep it simple and understated.

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Finger Food For The Win

Nothing says simple summer elegance more than a charcuterie board (or three!). When myĀ friends and our familiesĀ get together, it’s our go-to –Ā every family is asked to ‘bring a board’. Some do savoury and some sweet, so we’re covered for a long afternoon of catching up.

“Food wise, I keep it simple by doing cold deli meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and veggies.” – MoM Member

But just because boards are easy to put together, doesn’t mean they can’t ooze elegance. And that comes down to including quality ingredients. ChoosingĀ Sandhurst products is the easiest way to guarantee the highest quality ends up on your table.Ā We love the premise behind the brand: from our family to yours – it invokes that nostalgic feeling of shared stories, history, gatherings and family.

How To Put Together A Charcuterie BoardĀ 

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There are no right or wrong ways to create a charcuterie board, but to ensure a balance of textures and flavours try to include:

La Dolce Vita!

A summer of sophisticated entertaining doesn’t have to be hours and hours of work. We don’t want it to be! By grabbing some beautiful ingredients to fill your pantry next time you’re shopping, you’ll know that at a moment’s notice you’ll have everything you need for a Euro-inspired gathering. No fuss, but plenty of substance and style!

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Ready to host your own summer gathering? Choose Sandhurst’s quality produce and look for the red lid.

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  • Iā€™m loving all the ideas here in the comments and pictures above! I love to be able to just look at what others have done and straight up copy it. Takes all the thinking energy out of entertaining!
    Such a good and trusted brand to purchase over the silly season! You know you are faring great quality and value!

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  • We often have homemade pizza nights aka fakeaway night! And my pizza is always on a low carb Pizza base with roasted and sundried tomato and capsicum. My fav combo with grilled chicken and a swirl of peri peri mayonnaise! Making our own is always better than takeaway versions and healthier!

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  • Sandhurst products are my go to for great healthy and tasty snacks, especially after school.

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  • Great information! Loved it. You can see https://reminiiapp.com/

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  • Looked so good I couldn’t wait – Dove in off the end of my bread baton and swirled around in a couple of cheesy dips only to finish up at the Sandhurst stackers and sun-dried olives, who needs a Holiday when there is one in the kitchen, I can take any day.

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  • I have been buying Sandhurst Kalamata Olives, Sandhurst Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Sandhurst Baby Capers, Sandhurst Sicilian Green Olives for years as our kitchen staple adding that extra flavours to our dishes. I buy Sandhurst products for Gift Baskets as presents for family and friends and they love this idea as I add a chopping board and a knife and crackers and cheese for a celebration of flavours.

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  • Great ideas for entertaining guests and love that brand I buy it all the time

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  • i buy this for family they love the brand and the taste of sandhurst and the different flavors and range to choose from and i find it great value for money, i re-use the jars when im done with for small items in the house.

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  • I have been a purchaser of Sandhurst goods ever since they first appeared on supermarket shelves and still buy it to this day. The Sandhurst brand is the best without a doubt. This year I have not been able to find the Sandhurst cheese stuffed baby capsicums anywhere. I have tried to get on the Sandhurst site, but no luck with what they make. Help – these are such a wonderful addition to a salad.

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  • Fantastic Article

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  • I Love a good charcuterie board. I Love all the different options all on the one board. I love to do a chocolate board when we have guests over, it’s a fun way to do dessert after dinner. The kids love seeing everything layed out so they can pick and choose.

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  • This is great for the grandchildren they love them as they use them as finger food and make up their own meal and use plenty of ingredients including meat and cheese on the dips and crackers. We keep it simple with the Sandhurst’s products as it is a meal in every jar and the kids love them.

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  • This looks like the perfect relaxed way to have a picnic! I am loving the idea of this! Just bring along lots of fillings and plenty of cheeses and breads and of course a little alcohol and you’re all set. This sounds like the perfect way to catch up with friends!

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  • I hate being taken to a third party page to enter comps.

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  • Certainly most welcome for summer, and would be wonderful for the festive season. I can see this platter on the table Christmas Eve, when we get together with our neighbours.

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  • Love the look of the olive on creamy fetta

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  • This is timely and helpful, thanks – I aspire to entertain more and tips to make it less stressful are very welcome.

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  • Charcuterie boards are the absolute best! We do these so often in the warmer months because there’s something for the whole family. People pick and choose what they like and there’s no complaints because there’s so many different options to choose from, everyone is happy. It’s such a simple stressful way to make dinner.

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  • I absolutely adore finger food and this style of feeding people when we have family and friends at our home; or when we go out for a picnic, bbq or get together. These types of food are so easy to source and to buy and to prepare and to happily eat.


    • Yes I agree, finger foods are easy and yummie ! And you can assemble a healthy enough plate (certainly when you add salads, cheeses, nuts, fruits, boiled eggs, olives and rustic breads) that it can certainly can replace a meal (either lunch or dinner). Everyone happy and no hours of preparation in the kitchen :)



      • Also; the other bonus is less mess to clean up when cutlery is not needed. Finger food is the best for laid back and relaxed get togethers. There is always such a clam and relaxed feel to a finger food meal without the need for any fancy and stuffy table settings.

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  • The simplest way to entertain.

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