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Review Larktale chit chat™ stroller

Larktale chit chat™ stroller
Average Ratings (from 104 ratings)
Overall star Rating
Manoeuvrable , agile and smooth – makes getting around a breeze
Light and robust – easy to lift and carry, yet feels strong at the same time
Compact and easy to use – folds down small in just seconds, great for transport and storage
Looks stylish with a great choice of colours
Larktale have incorporated lots of really thoughtful features – like the ‘shoe-saver’ brake and a cup-holder that doesn’t have to be removed before folding
Larktale chit chat™ stroller :
4.69 out of 5 based on 104 reviews.
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As mums, we know how important it is to be able to get out and about with our little ones.

Which is why we are thrilled to announce the Larktale chit chat™ stroller product review.

The chit chat ™ stroller by Larktale – Cool and funky, compact and nimble, light and strong.

Based on Sydney’s north shore, Larktale is Australia’s newest pram and stroller brand. Larktale create strollers for fun-loving parents that perfectly fit their easy-going lifestyle. All their products have been carefully designed to deliver what matters most to parents; helping them tackle the everyday with a spring in their step and a smile on their face.

During the development stage, Larktale spoke to hundreds of parents to identify the key things they looked for in an everyday stroller. The overwhelming conclusion was that a stroller should be stylish, highly manoeuvrable, fold down small and be light to carry.

To deliver this Larktale decided to manufacture an everyday stroller in a completely different way. They focused on using recyclable fibre infused nylon, compounds that had been perfected for the automotive industry.

Larktale took more than 3 years of development and testing to perfect the SpaceFrame™ technology with the first product to benefit being Larktale’s chit chat™ stroller. It’s stunning ergonomic design not only looks amazing, it folds compact and is light to carry. Every chit chat™ feature has been crafted with relentless attention to detail to make a big difference.

Furthermore, Larktale has broken away from the convention of selling through regular retail channels. To offer Australian parents the greatest value for money, Larktale products are available directly via www.larktale.com. To provide peace-of-mind, a 60-day ‘change of mind’ guarantee is also offered (conditions apply).

Chit chat is suitable for children aged 6+ months and is available in 6 stylish colours including:

 

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For more information or to purchase the Larktale chit chat™ stroller for $399, click here. 

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Applications to participate in the Larktale chit chat™ stroller product review have now closed. If you weren’t selected this time, don’t be discouraged. If you’re not already a member and would like to receive new review invitations, you can join Mouths of Mums here.

 

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Published 11th May 2016

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  • I love this stroller!

    Review 3 of 3

    I have used this stroller everyday since I had the chance to review it. I don’t think I can praise this stroller anymore than I already have. We went away for a couple days and took the stroller with us and it went off road on gravel and then on grass and back to the footpath with ease all whilst manoeuvring through crowds at a carnival. Everyone who sees this stroller is automatically drawn in by its design and love the blue colour I chose. I love it and will continue to use it as long as my toddler likes to sit in it.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Larktale chit chat stroller is amazing!!

    Review 2 of 3
    I seriously just can’t fault this stroller. We went out shopping and hubby was hogging the stroller, he loves it more than I do. This stroller is great, especially during busy days when there’s alot of people everywhere at the shopping centres, so easy to manouver around people or ant obstacles. My hubby claims it to be ‘his stroller’ that’s how much he likes to use it. Bub also loves sitting in it and doesn’t get agitated like he used to in my other pram.

    I can’t fault this stroller in any way and I will keep using it for as long as I can.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Larktale chit chat stroller reviews - week 3 of 3

    Today we took our chit chat to a birthday party at a very busy play-centre. We received compliments from other parents on our funky new stroller which is something that has happened often and I have given the Larktale web site details to quite a few people who have shown interest.
    I can honestly say that the chit chat is the best stroller I have ever used and my favourite feature by far is the design of the frame. It feels so strong and yet it is light enough to handle easily. The way it unfolds in one fluid motion is fantastic and when folded down it becomes very compact and easily fits in the boot of a car. The steering is a dream and it’s also narrow enough to get into crowded areas and fit on public transport without any dramas.
    The soft grip handlebar is easy to wipe clean and the footrest is a solid part of the main frame.
    The basket underneath can be accessed from the front as well as the back and the net on the back of the stroller is handy for things you use frequently.
    The 5 point harness is very secure but still comfortable and like the seat cover it can be removed for cleaning which is an important feature when you’re dealing with messy toddlers! It is a stroller designed for children aged 6 months and over.
    There is even a handy toy hook in the canopy, they’ve thought of everything!
    I am more than happy to recommend the Larktale Chit Chat stroller because as well as having loads of really useful features it also happens to be very stylish.
    It’s intelligent design is both innovative and insightful and it is a product that is clearly designed to last in an age where so many products cater to a ‘throw-away’ society.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • The all important dad test

    Today we conducted the dad test! It was great to get the opinion of another person who will be using the Lark Tale Chit Chat often. He reported that it was easy to steer, and felt sturdy enough. He liked the fact he could quickly get in and out of places with the stroller. Dad is over 6 ft, and didn’t feel that he had to slouch down to drive the stroller which was a big plus.
    The best part of this trial was that it prompted him to make holiday suggestions as it is obvious that the stroller is lightweight and compact enough to take to any destination, via any means (plane, car, even boat). Yaaaay!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Quick and easy when you're running late!

    It was such a relief to have my new Larktale Chit Chat stroller to use when I got back from my walk only to realise that I was supposed to already be at the doctors (5 minutes down the road). After putting the kids into the car I was able to quickly fold the stroller down and put on the floor in the front- I didn’t even have to worry about stowing it in the boot. I certainly could never have managed this with my old pram and in fact, used to have to allow an extra 5 minutes in travel time just so I would have enough time to get the pram out of the boot and put it up.
    When I arrived at the doctor’s unfolding the stroller was just as quick and simple and I was able to put my little one into it and clip him up with such ease, and so light and fast to push into the doctor’s too.
    The Larktale Chit Chat is also great because it keeps an infant/child in a nice position from which they can observe the world which came in handy in reassuring my little guy while I was up on the bed in the doctor’s- he could see me easily and knew I wasn’t far away.
    When i was finished in the doctor’s it was easy to apply the brake while putting my eldest child into the car- normally it always seemed like too much effort for the short time that it would take so I used to avoid it and try to ‘park’ my pram in such a way that it wouldn’t roll, which I guess isn’t the safest. With the Chit Chat there is no excuse to be lazy like that because the brake can be applied or released with a simple rocking motion that can all be controlled by the foot – even bare foot (as I discovered yesterday at the indoor play centre.
    When I arrived at the indoor play centre yesterday, I was able to carry the stroller under one arm, my nappy bag over my shoulder and my little one in my other arm, and still manage to walk inside fairly easily. This saved a little bit of mucking around so that my eldest child could have a little longer to play, instead of having to wait for mummy to sort herself out.
    I also found that the Chit Chat was great to be used for a high chair as well – it keep bubs in a nice position for feeding and meant that the food didn’t end up all over me and we were mess free for a change!
    In closing, the Chit Chat is perfect for busy mums/dads because it is so easy to set up and put down, fits anywhere in the car (which is perfect when you need the boot free for groceries, etc), has an easy to apply brake for when you are out and about, is so small it can be stowed anyway in the house (we are keeping ours in a nook behind our bedroom door, it has a handy cup holder allowing me to carry my water bottle and still have both hands free to have full control of the stroller, and it is light enough to be easily carried under arm when needed or lifted upstairs (with a child secured inside), when there is no ramp access (my husband managed to do this on his own without my assistance which was impossible with our old pram.
    I love this stroller and it is quickly becoming indispensable in our lives.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • So easy to use anyone can use it

    So we had a family outing to the park on Sunday and of course we had to take the Chit Chat with us especially wanted to try it on the grass and just as expected was flawless! Even the kids wanted a go and that was a huge surprise because they struggle so much with the pram and they all loved it so we decided to make a video to show that anyone can use the Chit Chat! I don’t think I could love this stroller any more but I can’t express how easy it is and how light it is I just wish the Chit Chat was around 13 years ago when I had my first would of made life so much easier!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Larktale chit chat stroller reviews - week 2 of 3

    So today we took our chit chat stroller on a city trip and went to Queen Vic Markets. As always it was very busy but I found it quite easy to navigate the crowds thanks to the stroller’s narrow frame and excellent maneuverability. I can comfortably steer one-handed when needed. I even took it up and down some stairs and as it is a relatively light frame I didn’t experience any difficulties.
    The stroller only takes up one seat space in trains and buses and at cafes which is very handy.
    I really like the way the foot rest is a part of the main frame as opposed to a plastic strap as I found with all of my previous prams and strollers that my son would stand on it to get in and out and they always ended up snapping.
    Although the chit chat only has a partial recline my 6MO daughter fell asleep in it a few times today and quite happily napped whilst we were walking around so she was obviously comfortable. I was quite relieved when this happened as it was something I was worried about due to the fact that she is used to a fully reclining seat.
    The handle feels soft and quite comfortable to grip. I’m glad it isn’t wrapped in foam like a lot of other strollers because in summer the foam handles can get grimy and sweaty and frankly a bit gross!
    The only thing I find slightly annoying is the cup holder. I have knocked it a few times and it tends to swing quite freely but as I never use it with open bottles or cups this is not a big issue for me.
    Overall I am really pleased with the chit chat and would happily recommend it to other people!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Best light weight pram!

    I received the larktale chit chat pram last week. My first impression of the pram was great! So compact when folded and very lightweight. I couldn’t believe how such a small pram could be so great. I have tested it out only a couple times to the park and out shopping. Easy to manouver around especially with one hand. I cannot recommend it anymore. This is my first review out of 3. Will definitely post with more photos.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Best pram

    So happy with the Larktale Chit Chat stroller. We received it last week and I spoke about how impressed I was with all the features including the cup holder, amazing turning circle, and ease in opening and putting it back down as well as how light and compact it is. One extra thing I forgot to mention was that the straps on the bottom of the seat where you clip it up is not like other standard pram straps as it is wider and won’t irritate or slip off to the side where my baby’s nappy sits, unlike other prams I have used. I can imagine it is alot more comfier for my little boy. Absolutely love this pram. So very stylish and light and compact that it can even be placed in the trolley if I go shopping or if bub decides he now wants to sit in the trolley seat instead of in the pram while still having room for our weekly shopping. other prams would make shopping and pushing a trolley nearly impossible

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Fantastic, light and extremely easy to use

    Only received the Larktale Chit Chat stroller on Thursday and had to take it out for a spin, literally we took it straight out of the box and put her straight in it! I loved it from get go, how simple it was to cut a few zip ties and it was ready to go. I have a little girl but loved the Freshwater blue so much I had to see it in person its so vibrant and bright and definitely stands out in a crowd! The steering is a dream I can’t believe how light and easy it is pushing and turning. Miss Tayla absolutely loved it and I didn’t hear a peep from her the whole time she was in there. I really love how easy it is to fold down and open and how quick I get it in and out of the car but the space in the boot is amazing I can’t believe it hardly takes up any room. The main reason I wanted to review this stroller and try it out was actually my husband, he always complains about our pram when he has to take it to pick the kids up and really didn’t think everything he read about the Chit Chat he thought it was to good to be true. He actually enjoyed taking her out in it he said his favourite thing was how light it was and the brake, we both love this feature it’s fantastic we’ve never seen anything like it before and we have 3 other children! Unfortunately it has been the worst weather all weekend and couldn’t take bub out to take it for another spin but it didn’t stop the kids giving her a push around the house and they found it so easy! So of course we had to take a few photos which will be going on instagram today, as soon as the weather clears up here will be able to review it even more so hopefully by the end of the week we will have another review to post but from what I have seen it can only get better!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • I love this stroller!

    Review 3 of 3

    I have used this stroller everyday since I had the chance to review it. I don’t think I can praise this stroller anymore than I already have. We went away for a couple days and took the stroller with us and it went off road on gravel and then on grass and back to the footpath with ease all whilst manoeuvring through crowds at a carnival. Everyone who sees this stroller is automatically drawn in by its design and love the blue colour I chose. I love it and will continue to use it as long as my toddler likes to sit in it.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • light weight stroller

    This stroller is perfect when you have a small place, taking it on transport is a breeze, folding it up makes it so easy I can do it on my own, the features are great to, Great for the grandparents to use, easy to push around, great for manoeuvring around people in shops.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • The chit chat ™ stroller by Larktale

    Larktale took more than 3 years of development and testing to perfect the SpaceFrame™ technology with the first product to benefit being Larktale’s chit chat™ stroller. It’s stunning ergonomic design not only looks amazing, it folds compact and is light to carry. Every chit chat™ feature has been crafted with relentless attention to detail to make a big difference.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Making shopping a breeze!

    As a mumma I have always found grocery shopping with a pram and trolley near impossible! Until I discovered that my chit chat stroller fit perfectly as a carriage to the smaller size trolley at my local supermarket. My toddlers feet still had space for active toddler movements and I found that by steering the trolley I had such control as the chit chat front wheels fit in perfectly to the trolley wheel base. I will definitely be using this train style shopping set up again!

    As a side note I have always found my chit chat to be difficult to unfold as the switch to release seems to be stiff and difficult to use, which can be frustrating and detracts from the compact and easy to use product promise. Other than this difficulty I have really loved trying out the chit chat and love being able to use it regularly.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Practical and fun

    We have found using the Larktale Chit Chat that it is very practical and fun. My toddler particularly likes the delivery box which has adorned our lounge room after its renovation into cubby house :) (see the picture). I don’t think that I will be able to get rid of it anytime soon!

    I love how easy the stroller is to open up (when the button works first time- some times it sticks a bit) and easy to fold down. For a stroller it is very sturdy and doesn’t tip over- even with a bag hanging on it which is awesome. I have found however that the wheels didn’t take long before they were quite worn. This stroller is great for quick trips to the shops as the smooth floor surface is good, but as soon as you hit a rough surface it becomes a very bumpy ride for bub!

    The Small storage basket below the stroller is quite hard to access and doesn’t fit a great deal in it so we usually just hang the nappy bag on the back of the handle bar.

    An ideal pram for small trips or stores but not ideal for being outdoors or going over rough terrain (even slightly rough)

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Chit Chat exploring Melbourne

    Well I have to say the Chit Chat made our little family getaway a breeze. The Chit Chat was super easy to fold up at the airport and check it on its way. It arrived safe and sound and was a breeze to pop back up at the airport. It was also very easy to get on and off the trams in Melbourne. We love catching the trams everywhere they were so easy before we had our little man and just as easy now with our little man. And off course we looked the part in our very modern Chit Chat.

    Max loved having naps on the go in the Chit Chat – the only thing I would love to have is a window in the top of the roof so I can see what Max is up to. A universal wind/rain cover fitted perfectly as well on the Chit Chat to keep out the Melbourne chill.

    Overall the Chit Chat is a compact, stylish stroller that is easy to manoeuvre around Melbourne and is a breeze getting on and off trams.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Like a beemer

    This is really the luxury of all luxury prams. I am rather bummed that I did not get to review this pram unfortunately. However, one of my good friends has it, and I got to test drive it the other day. Wow, it really is great handling (possibly as I am used to my cumbersome 50 year old pram). It turns on a 50 cent piece, handles corners amazingly. It really is like the BMW of prams. I do think that it is a little overated. It might be easy to fold down, but takes some time to figure it out in the beginning.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Last and finally review

    We took our Larktale chit chat stroller out for a lovely stroll today before the rain hit in and the stormy weather started. It was a lovely experience. The more I use this stroller the more I enjoy it! It has been such an ease to use and gets compliements where ever we take it. I am so glad I chose the red one as it seems to suit my little girls personality. She loves her stroller and I’m sure you kids and yourselves will love this stroller as much as we have. I would however recommend also buying the rain cover for additional protection.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Last day of June and our Last review.

    Today is the last day of June and our very last review for the Larktale Chit Chat Stroller!

    I would definitely recommend purchasing a Larktale Chit Chat stroller! It had been such a joy and a blessing and has become part of our family. My daughter loves it, my husband loves it and I love it so it is a win, win all round. It’s easy to move and recline and decline, it can fit into a small car boot and can be carried easily so whether you are looking for a travel stroller, a stroller for the grandparents or an everyday stroller look no further with all of its sleek and bold designs there is sure to be one that will suit your style! Be prepared to be impressed!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Larktale Chit Chat Stroller

    My sister in law came to visit last night and my daughter took her to see her lovely Larktale Chit Chat Stroller. I wanted to share her comments about it as well;

    She said the stroller was an “awesome colour” and was surprised by how “easily it popped up and down”. She also loved the fact that my little one actually likes being in it. She hated her previous stroller so we hardly ever used it. My little one made her push her around it for fifteen mins.

    This is clearly an amazing stroller with no negative reviews so far!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Larktale chit chat stroller is amazing!!

    Review 2 of 3
    I seriously just can’t fault this stroller. We went out shopping and hubby was hogging the stroller, he loves it more than I do. This stroller is great, especially during busy days when there’s alot of people everywhere at the shopping centres, so easy to manouver around people or ant obstacles. My hubby claims it to be ‘his stroller’ that’s how much he likes to use it. Bub also loves sitting in it and doesn’t get agitated like he used to in my other pram.

    I can’t fault this stroller in any way and I will keep using it for as long as I can.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Still loving the Larktale.

    I love the Larktale. It’s so light and zippy, yet still feels strong and secure. Bub loves it too!
    I’ve found the cup holder falls off pretty easily when folding/unfolding. Also, the frame scratches/scruffs really easily- potentially due to the type of plastic used.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Passes the Daddy/Husband Test

    My husband cannot stop raving about this stroller. It is easy, light, a “chick magnet” and something that he has found suits our needs. It does not take up the whole of our family car book, meaning we do not feel that we are overloaded. Our daughter also happily naps in the stroller. So we do not worry about her being flat to sleep (she is almost 7 months) I would definately recommend this product. Fantastic durability for the price point!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Sleeping Beauty!

    We have now been using the Larktale chit chat stroller for 3 weeks and I am still in love with it! My only concern was that I had not previously used a stroller for a bub under a year and so had no idea if my 6 month old would sleep in a stroller that did not have a full recline. Well I needn’t have worried! The Larktale chit chat is obviously as comfortable as it is stylish and Little Miss 6 months old has had no worries sleeping in it! The lovely padded straps keep her upright and don’t dig into her at all. The pram is so smooth that there are no bumps and rattles to wake her up. As it is so light, it is easy to manoeuvre up and over gutters and other obstacles smoothly without waking bub! Thank you Larktale for finally designing a pram that is stylish, comfortable, robust, light, compact and easy to use! This stroller really does tick all of the boxes!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Still Chit Chatting away

    Well what can I say Max is still loving the Chit Chat. He even fell asleep in it the other day so it must be comfortable! I still think it is great for shopping centre and path strolls but a bit of a rough ride if heading off a pathway.
    Love the back of seat pocket – so much so I wish our other pram had one now! I do wish though that the material wasn’t see through so my wallet wasn’t always on show. Can’t wait to put it through its paces on our upcoming Melbourne trip.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Best stroller I have owned.

    Today is the second last day for reviewing the Larktale Chit Chat stroller. This has been and is the best stroller I have ever used and owned. It’s sleek style and bold colour it’s such a pleasure to stroll it around. It had made my husband and I both bolt to get the stroller out first to see who pushes her proudly around. Before we both took turns as it was lug and heavy to push

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Folded.

    When the Larktale Chit Chat stroller is folded it is so small it can fit in a tiny boot. Like my parents small Toyota Yaris’ boot comfortably. Our previous pram would not fit! This is a great stroller for when you are out and about and on the go. Perfect for holidaying as well.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Still loving the stroller

    It is almost the end of the month and out reviewing period. The Larktale chit chat stroller has to be the easiest stroller I have ever used and the lightest. It is so convenient to take with us on the go and my little girl loves it. I can’t believe we have had it nearly a month. It has become more than a stroller to us. It had become part of our family. Everyone that had seen it had been impressed with it and I have family and friends that are looking into purchasing their own!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Taking our stroller out for coffee

    My husband, myself and my little girl went out for coffee and morning tea which was much needed after the cold morning we had. The cafe was small and quite cramped however we were able to fit my daughter in next to us in her new stroller which would have been impossible before. She even ate her Cookie Monster cupcake in her stroller sitting up like a big girl by zipping up the two zippers. Lovely stroller.

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding

  • Great for on the go

    We went display home viewing over the weekend and took our Larketale Chit Chat stroller. It was very simple to move in and out of the homes and where there were steps we simply lifted our little girl out and declined the pram and used the strap it came with to carry it like a ‘man bag’ as my husband called it up the stairs. It’s so simple and easy to use and so light weight!

    Manoeuvrable , agile
    and smooth – makes
    getting around a
    breeze
    Light and robust –
    easy to lift and
    carry, yet feels
    strong at the same
    time
    Compact and easy to
    use – folds down
    small in just
    seconds, great for
    transport and
    storage
    Looks stylish with a
    great choice of
    colours
    Larktale have
    incorporated lots of
    really thoughtful
    features – like
    the ‘shoe-saver’
    brake and a
    cup-holder that
    doesn’t have to be
    removed before
    folding
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Article Buon Appetito! A Busy Mum’s Guide To Memorable, Simple Summer Entertaining

Buon Appetito! A Busy Mum’s Guide To Memorable, Simple Summer Entertaining

I fondly remember slow, summer afternoons with family and friends gathered around a table 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 and minimal fuss. Which is why we’ve enlisted the help of the entertaining experts at Sandhurst 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 quality 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 values 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
  • Some 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. 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 my friends and our families get together, it’s our go-to – 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. Choosing Sandhurst products is the easiest way to guarantee the highest quality ends up on your table. 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 Board 

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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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  • 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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  • I love the looks of different finger foods. I don’t think it is hard to put something together and I had many afternoons hanging out with many mums and all the children at the Cul the sac we then lived. At times I had 8 mums coming with over 40 kids. Many sweet memories indeed

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  • Love the visuals of the chatcuterie board

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  • Looking forward to summer catch ups! Its always the best time to just chill

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  • I love the go to guide for how to arrange a board! Mine never look aesthetic so I am going to try this!

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  • Charcuterie Boards and Antipasto boards are so good. I love them, i love the variety of foods you can put on them and they are so great for entertaining and enjoying with family or friends. It is something i like to make whenever i have friends over as you can enjoy and pick away while you are catching up. Great entertaining option.

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  • I absolutely adore an antipasto spread. There’s nothing better than having a colourful plate of charcuterie and antipasto shared with loved ones. I grew up with my Mum making the most lush, long table of nibblies on celebrations and it’s something that my siblings and I carry on today. It brings us all together.

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