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Review Leaps & Bounds Grain Free Ocean Fish and Thyme Adult Cat Food

Leaps & Bounds Grain Free Ocean Fish and Thyme Adult Cat Food
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My cat loved Leaps & Bounds cat food and ate it all
I believe Leaps & Bounds is a nutritious food for my cat
Leaps & Bounds was easy to dispense
I now prefer to feed my cat Leaps & Bounds over other brands
I would recommend Leaps & Bounds to other cat owners
Leaps & Bounds Grain Free Ocean Fish and Thyme Adult Cat Food :
4.44 out of 5 based on 96 reviews.
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Every cat has their own personality and their own place in the family, that’s why at Leaps & Bounds we believe they should eat like a member of the family. Not by getting scraps off the table, but by eating nutritious meals full of all natural ingredients inspired by humankind, for Petkind.

Leaps & Bounds cat food is a brand new pet food range on the market made with 100% natural ingredients sourced and made right here in Australia.

Jam-packed with real meat and veggies, Leaps & Bounds offers your cat complete and balanced nutrition all with a taste they will love.

Right now, we’re excited to be giving MoM Members the chance to trial and review Grain Free Ocean Fish & Thyme Adult cat food with their feline fur babies at home.

Leaps & Bounds was created after years of searching for the highest quality ingredients to create the perfect formula to provide all the nutrients healthy growing cats need without the hefty price tag.

The Leaps & Bounds cat food range comes in a variety of sizes in both wet and dry food with delicious and nutritious flavours including Chicken and Rosemary, Chicken and Thyme or Ocean Fish and Thyme.

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Instructions for Use:

When feeding Leaps & Bounds for the first time, mix increasing amounts of the new food whilst decreasing the old food over a period of 7 days. The average cat eats between ½ – 1 cup of Leaps & Bounds a day.

Where is Leaps & Bounds pet food available?

Look for the full Leaps & Bounds pet food range at your local Petbarn and City Farmers stores or purchase online at www.petbarn.com.au

Would you like to trial Leaps & Bounds Grain Free Ocean Fish and Thyme Adult Cat Food?

Leaps and Bounds- FB Ad We’re looking for MoM Members with adult cats (12 months +) who’d like to trial and review Leaps & Bounds Grain Free Ocean Fish and Thyme Adult Cat Food.

We’ll send a 3.2kg bag to you at home so that over the next couple of weeks, you can replace your current cat food with Leaps & Bounds and compare the results.

We’ll ask you to post at least 2 written reviews and star ratings on this page … and share pics of your fur babies with their new cat food on your socials.

 

 

 

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Published 7th June 2018

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  • Great new pet food that cats will love

    As soon as I opened the package my cats came running, they absolutely love their leaps and bounds and gobble it all up as soon as I fill their bowls. I love the zip lock packaging makes it so easy to open and close. I will definitely be buying leaps and bounds pet food for my cats.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • My cats new fave food!

    I’ll admit I have never actually been to pet barn. My cat had only ever tried supermarket brand foods so I was excited to try a “fancy” cat food. The packaging of Leaps and Bounds cat food was nice and I was particularly fond of the re-sealing zip lock. I felt good about giving my cat a more nutritious option. My cat LOVED leaps and bounds! She now prefers her dry food over her wet food which is new for her. I’ve also noticed a change in her temperament and she seems calmer and less crazy. We are very happy with Leaps and bounds and have given samples to friends and family with cats to try too.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • My no 2 kitty munching on Leaps and Bounds

    So have now been using the Leaps and Bound Grain Free Ocean Fish and Thyme Adult Cat Food for a few weeks, my little munchkins are still happily eating and enjoying this dry food, looks like it is a winner for my 3 kitties. Thank you Leaps and Bounds! So I will be purchasing more for my fur babies! mUST KEEP THEM HAPPY!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Fussy kitty loves it!

    Our cat is a picky pain when it comes to cat biscuits. He likes fish flavour, and only fish flavour. Found that out the hard way! He also manages to narrow to only one brand of food.
    So I agreed to trial this cat food thinking I was most likely going to have to feed it to the dogs because the cat wouldn’t eat it.
    And you know what? He did! He loves it and has eaten it all every day.
    I am happy to give it to him, it is more nutritious than the other cat food he was eating.
    I highly recommend leaps and bounds to anyone who wants to give the best to their cat.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Both of my cats love it!

    In my previous review I linked a video showing how much one of my cats, Sugars, loves the Leaps & Bounds grain free but I wanted to share another photo and let you know how much Tora loves it too! Both cats are very happy and completely approve of the flavour!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Approved by Tora and Sugars!

    My two cats, Tora and Sugars, both absolutely loved the Leaps & Bounds Ocean Fish and Thyme food for adult cats. As soon as I poured some onto their plate they began devouring it immediately! They both loved the taste and seemed to be very happy with the size of the little pieces. They’ve been eating this one all week with no complaints and appear to be completely satisfied. Definitely a winner! I personally love that it is 100% natural and has added vitamins and minerals to keep my little kitties healthy. The biggest bonus is that it is Australian made and owned! I’m completely confident with the quality of Leaps & Bounds and my cats are happy!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Leaps and Bounds is a winner

    Fred and Ginger are particularly fussy eaters. They only like the best things in life. They clearly like eating Leaps and Bounds because from the moment I opened the package and placed the food in their food bowl their were two heads in one bowl. No doubt Leaps and Bounds meet their expectations and culinary requirements because before I could say “slow down you two”, the bowl was empty and two fur babies were happily purring in my lap.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Purrfect

    Rusty indicates that Leaps and Bounds cat food is Purrfect. Rusty was rescued as a feral kitten when he was 3 weeks old. Hand raised and fed, he began to get very fussy with what he would and would not eat. His preference is to eat the meat that is served on my plate, then to fresh caught food (birds, lizards, mice, frogs) then to Named Brands wet food, then Named Brands dry food. Rusty helped me to open the Leaps and Bounds package when it arrived. Before the dry food had reached his plate he had helped himself to a substantial quantity. I have been offering Rusty only Leaps and Bounds for the past five days and he has not once come over to annoy me for my dinner. The birds and frogs have been safe also although he has plenty of energy to still chase the lizards. I like the fact that Leaps and Bounds is made of all natural ingredients and is certainly the healthier option for my adorable Rusty.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • My cats went crazy

    As soon as I took Leaps & Bounds out of the box, my Bengal went crazy and tried to open the the package. I gave her some and she loved it, have mixed it in with their old cat food, so they can get use to Leap & Bounds and I will be definitely buying this brand for my cats.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Leaps and bounds won my cats over

    My cats couldn’t wait to try it. When l first open the box they jump in smelling the bag.
    Would highly recommend to other cat owners to try. It was great to see my cats take time eating leaps and bounds. When their bowl was empty, they would soon lets us all know.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Leaps and Bounds

    My cat loves the leaps and bounds products and I have tried a variety of cat foods. She is a fussy eater until I found Leaps and Bounds on the market. This product has no lasting smell in the cat bowl. The only trouble I have with this product is my cat keeps looking to me for more. Leaps and Bounds is a perfect meal for any cat.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Loved it!

    Our little stevie loved it! I’ve actually loved seeing all the other reviewers cats pictures on this review too so funny and a nice change from everyone showing off pictures of their babies and toddler lol! I’m almost out of the food now so looks like I’ll be back to re-purchase for fear of him turning up his nose at anything else now ;)

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Cat loves it!!!

    My cat loved this food we now have a new brand to feed him!!!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Leaps and bounds won my cats over

    My cats couldn’t wait to try it. When l first open the box they jump in smelling the bag.
    Would highly recommend to other cat owners to try. It was great to see my cats take time eating leaps and bounds. When their bowl was empty, they would soon lets us all know.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • My 2 cats really liked it!

    My 2 girls aged 10 & 11yrs are quite fussy and tend to not like change especially with their food so I was a bit hesitant but I thought it was worth a try, I mixed in a little the first day & then kept gradually adding more & more every day afterwards so they would slowly get to used to the new food & to not have any upset bellies! They did not fuss at all and kept eating their food with no issues and are currently completely on the Leaps & Bounds food and eat it all every day so it has been a winner!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Successful transition to Leaps and Bounds

    Saffron was reluctant at first but now, after 4 weeks she prefers Leaps and Bounds over her previous dry food. Misty, my dad’s cat is also enjoying her new nutritious food. One feature I really like is that Leaps and Bounds is Grain Free. I was hoping this would resolve the issue I have with my rabbits constantly eating the previous dry food. (grain based). My rabbits LOVE the taste of the new dry food (even though it contains sweet potato which is not good for rabbits!) They chewed a hole in the bottom of the bag! Maybe Leaps and Bounds can create a healthy food for rabbits :-)

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Good all round food

    Cats became bored of it by itself after awhile the novelty wore off and I had to mix other food with it again. They just sat at the dish and meowed and would not touch it when dispensed by itself. So I had to mix it with there previous food. Now they are happy to eat again. The cats seem to be eating less often and have even gained a little weight,

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Top product

    My cats love this. I have 5 cats and my boys were always first in line to get this every morning. Such an absolute pleasure to see such enthusiasm for for beyond the usual walls in the morning.

    A beautiful moist kibble, the initial accent would get their taste buds ready. Enough of a crunch to still be good for their teeth and dental care.

    I would definitely recommend this food for cat owners. They won’t regret it

    On first glance this food has a moist feel and a rich dark colour. The pellets are small and perfect for a cat to chew on. With the zip lock resealable bag storage is also a breeze. The nature opening is a little tricky to get a cup into the bag but the small size bag is easy enough to lift to dispense

    Taking the food to my cats garnered immediate interest and even my non fish loving cats enjoyed this. What’s more important is that I look forward to feeding this to my cats. I love seeing their enthusiasm for food. Even when mixed with their usual (boring) food caused my cats to pick out the Leaps and Bounds pellets. It gives an owner great pleasure knowing that their pet enjoys their food and has no problems eating it regardless of age. This is a food I would love to give to my cats on a regular basis knowing that is doing them good

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Patience and Perseverence = Success

    Continuing to increase the amount of Leaps and Bounds Ocean Fish with my cats current dry food and persisting in giving it to her each day has paid off. After 3 weeks She is now happy to eat Leaps and Bounds! I would strongly recommended the gradual approach and persisting over time. I have checked out the range of Leaps and Bounds at my local Petbarn store and was impressed to find that it also comes in smaller bags. Using smaller bags means you can introduce a new food to your cat and not worry about wasting the food. I’m keen to try out the chicken flavour one now!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • 2 cats, both ???? Loved it!

    From the first taste; both my cats enjoyed these kibbles. They both usually eat both wet and dry foods but since trying Leaps & Bounds they’re not as interested in the canned stuff and are more than happy to have their bowls topped up with these kibbles instead. Highly recommended, kitties choice!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Great new pet food that cats will love

    As soon as I opened the package my cats came running, they absolutely love their leaps and bounds and gobble it all up as soon as I fill their bowls. I love the zip lock packaging makes it so easy to open and close. I will definitely be buying leaps and bounds pet food for my cats.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • We have a winner

    Queen Rosie had now been eating Leaps and Bounds for over a week now and she is still very enthusiastic about it, I only have to open the bag and she starts talking and complaining until she gets fed and then peace reigns.
    She is 12 years old and can be quite fussy about some food so the fact that she likes this so much is a real bonus, I was so happy with it that I’ve put family and friends on to Leaps and Bounds.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • The best cat food

    My boys absolutely loved this cat food, I fell confident feeding them it as i know it’s better for them than most other brands.
    I smaller amount seemed to keep them full for longer as well, I’d definitely buy this cat food now after testing it with my boys.
    I would also recommend it to anyone who is wanting to feed their cat a better diet.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Still not smelly!

    My cat is still loving this food, and his litter box is still not stinky!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Leaps & Bounds Grain Free Ocean Fish and Thyme Adult Cat Food

    Here it is about 2 weeks since i started to feed our fussy cat Leaps & Bounds Grain free Ocean Fish & Thyme cat food & she (Fluffy) still keeps coming back to it.
    So far she is enjoying it no end, as to going back to what she was previously being fed (Whiskas) i highly doubt it.
    It is far better for my cat to eat Leaps & Bounds Grain Free Ocean Fish and Thyme Adult Cat Food than her previous food for her & even when she uses the litter tray it is a far better result.
    Best thing ever was getting hold of this product to test. 4.5/5 stars as far as my wife & i are concerned

  • Very very fussy old cat.

    My eighteen year old beautiful cat has been very fussy over the past year and I had thought it may have been because of her teeth when it came to getting her to eat biscuits. That is until now. She absolutely loves Leaps & Bounds. She literally meows me walking to the bag. Thank you Mouths of Mums. I have now purchased another bag.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Great dry food for your cat

    My cat is a very fussy eater, and after some adjustment, he has started to eat the dry food with some enthusiasm. I will be feeding him the full bag, and if he does come to love it, purchasing more of it for him. I personally love that it is grain free, as I worry feeding him dry foods with grains will impact his health. 100% love from me, Alphonso is at about 70% love

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Perfect for my fussy cat

    I was sceptical that my 11 year old was going to even try the Leaps & Bounds. She has special dry food that she adores.
    But once she heard the Leaps & Bounds food being emptied into her bowl she came running. She wolfed it down so quick that we had to give her another bowl.
    She has seemed to prefer this food this week to her wet food which she normally loves. Leaps & Bounds is now a part of her diet!!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Puss puss loves it

    I like that this product comes in single serve pouches, there’s no open cans with food going to waste. My cat ate every flavour with no hesitation, I even fed the fishy ones to my little dog for the omega oils…..she loves it too.

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners

  • Time tells

    After a slow start our cats came around to the change in their dry food and enjoyed the Leaps & Bounds biscuits. Our female cat who mainly eats dry food and is very fussy took about 3 days to get used to them. After hand feeding her some biscuits she discovered she liked them and then dove into the bowl!!!

    My cat loved Leaps &
    Bounds cat food and
    ate it all
    I believe Leaps &
    Bounds is a
    nutritious food for
    my cat
    Leaps & Bounds was
    easy to dispense
    I now prefer to feed
    my cat Leaps &
    Bounds over other
    brands
    I would recommend
    Leaps & Bounds to
    other cat owners
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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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