Summer brings sunshine and warmer days, but it also means it’s time to give your skin a little extra care. Keep your skin looking its best with simple adjustments to your skincare routine that can go a long way.

Tip 1: SPF50+ is a must

SPF is important all year round, but especially in Summer when the UV index is higher than usual.

Give your skin a chance to breathe while getting the protection it needs with the  Cancer Council CC Cream. This CC cream combines 50+SPF with a moisturiser and a colour correcting tint, which can feel lighter on your skin without the greasy feel of sunscreen.

Tip 2: Get more out of your moisturiser

Summer brings sunshine but it also brings heat. This means that makeup, dirt and oil are more easily trapped in your pores.

With dirt in your pores comes break outs, which nobody wants. If you’re breaking out and freaking out, try switching to a non-pore-blocking (or noncomedogenic)  oil-free moisturiser and see if your skin loves the swap.

Tip 3: It can be fake (tan)

With two out of three Australians being diagnosed with some form of skin cancer during their lifetime, choosing fake tan is the safer choice for yourself and your skin 1.

If you haven’t applied fake tan before, it’s important to exfoliate before applying it as it can help remove dead skin and prevent any product clinging to dry areas.

Bondi Sands has a wide range of express self tanning face serums and foams that can help you quickly achieve your perfect Summer glow.

Tip 4: Stay hydrated, inside and out

Hydration can help you maintain your overall health during the warmer months while also keeping your skin looking fresh. We lose more water through sweating, which is why it’s important to drink an adequate amount of water to help your body stay hydrated while you’re enjoying the sun.

As the weather heats up, your skin will also need extra hydration. Consider using a hydrating serum, such as Avene Hydrance Booster Concentrated Hydrating Serum, which can provide up to 48 hours of hydration to dehydrated and sensitive skin. You can also explore our hydration heroes range here.

Tip 5: Don't forget about collagen

Collagen is integral to internal skin structures and can also help enhance skin firmness, skin elasticity and your overall skin health.

If you want to give your hair, skin, and nails nourishment where creams can’t reach,  Nature's Way Beauty Collagen for Mature Skin can help promote collagen formation and reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

Find your Summer essentials at Blooms The Chemist - Windsor Markeptlace.

Reference: https://www.bloomsthechemist.com.au/articles/5-skin-saving-tips-this-summer/

It takes the best of a creamy, no-bake cheesecake and swirls it with the traditional flavours of Christmas pudding, mixed spice, cherries, and white chocolate. It's cool, it's creamy, and it's guaranteed to be the star of your Christmas table! Best of all? It’s a no-bake winner that keeps the kitchen cool while you prep for the big day.

Ingredients

Pudding:

• 2 tsp mixed spice

• 300ml thickened cream

• 500g cream cheese

• 1 tbs vanilla extract

• 100g frozen or fresh cherries

• 3 tsp gelatine powder

• 100g matured fruit & cognac Christmas pudding

• 2/3 cup caster sugar

• 40g pistachios

Decorations:

• 1/2 cup fresh cherries

• 100g white chocolate

• 40g pistachios

Directions

Step 1

Whip cream in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form. Cover and set aside in the fridge.

Step 2

Place gelatine with 1 1/2 tbs boiling water in a small bowl. Mix briefly to combine, then set aside.

Step 3

Line a 5-cup capacity pudding mould with two layers of baking paper, allowing it to overhang the sides.

Step 4

Place cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment and beat until no lumps remain. Add sugar, vanilla and mixed spice and beat until fully combined, scraping down the edges and bottom as required. With mixer running, gradually beat in gelatine mixture until combined.

Step 5

Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Fold in crumbled Christmas pudding, pistachios and chopped cherries. Working quickly, transfer mixture to prepared pudding basin. Smooth the top of the pudding with the back of a spoon and refrigerate for six hours or overnight until firm.

Step 6

When ready to serve, flip pudding onto a serving plate and remove baking paper. Drizzle with slightly cooled melted chocolate, sprinkle with chopped pistachios and whole and halved cherries.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/white-christmas-pudding-cheesecake

Summer is here, and it’s officially party season. From beach hangs to rooftop BBQs, you want to look (and feel) your absolute best. From nails to hair to that sun-kissed glow, the ultimate summer prep is all about a quick, easy, and totally satisfying beauty run here at Windsor Marketplace.

Fresh Mani & Summer Nail Art

Start with My Nail and Beauty to get those nails party-ready. Think manicures, pedicures, and pretty nail art that’ll have you scrolling selfies before you even hit the door. Go for a classic nude, pastel tips, or full-on holiday sparkle — your nails, your rules.

SPF, Self-Tan & Last-Minute Touch-Ups

Finish your pre-party prep at Blooms The Chemist. Stock up on high-SPF sunscreen, self-tanning products, and those last-minute makeup must-haves to keep your glow going all night long. Because nothing kills party confidence like a sunburn or a smudged lipstick.

1. Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Lotion Skin Illuminance, Bondi Sands Graduan Tanning Lotion Tinted Skin Perfector, Bondi Sands Liquid Gold

2. NIVEA Sun Ultra Beach Sunscreen Spray SPF 50+

3. Natio Cream Stick Golden

From brunches to beach hangs, this summer glow-up checklist has you covered — nails, hair, skin, and confidence all in one easy stop. Get your summer glow on.

The ultimate Halloween cocktail, the Blackberry Bat-garita, is spookily stunning and hauntingly delicious. With a blend of tequilla, zesty lime, zippy orange liqueur, blackberry liqueur, and a touch of activated charcoal, this eerie-looking is the perfectly flavoured portion to enchant your guests’ tastebuds.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• 30ml Patron Silver Tequila

• 30ml Cointreau

• 30ml Fresh Lime Juice

• 30ml Blackberry Liqueur

• Black food colouring

• Ice

• Sugar, salt, and activated charcoal powder for the rim

Here’s How To Make It

1. Make a sugar-salt rim: In a small bowl, mix sugar, sea salt and activated charcoal. Run a piece of cut lime over one side of the glass. Dip generously into the mixture.

2. Add ice into a shaker with tequila, Cointreau, blackberry liqueur.

3. Squeeze lime into a measuring cup or glass and dye to a dark purple-black with the food colouring.

4. Pour over fresh ice into glass.

Create a stir this Halloween (and stay on theme!) with everyone's favourite orange cocktail: Aperol spritz. This refreshing beverage is eerily easy to make.

Ingredients

1 cup ice cubes

100ml Aperol Aperitivo

150ml prosecco, chilled

50ml soda water, chilled

2 slices orange

2 tbs caster sugar

2 sprigs rosemary

4 marshmallows

4 brown Smarties

Directions

Step 1

Fill glasses with ice. Divide Aperol, prosecco and soda water between glasses. Gently stir to combine.

Step 2

Coat both sides of orange slices in sugar. Heat a medium frying pan over high heat. Cook slices for 1-2 minutes each side or until charred. Transfer to a plate to cool. Add rosemary to pan and cook 1-2 minutes or until charred. Garnish spritz with orange slices and rosemary.

Step 3

Firmly push 2 Smarties in the centre of each marshmallow. Using a skewer, thread marshmallows to secure the eyes. Balance eyes on top of glasses. Serve.

SEE STORE INFO

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/halloween-aperol-spritz

By the time we reach our mid-fifties, many of us have developed a love-hate relationship with exercise. We know we should be doing it regularly and have, probably, had bouts when we’ve done just that. But then life gets in the way, and exercise drifts out of our lives for a few years.

But as we age, exercise becomes even more critical. Every year we lose testosterone, and with it, muscle mass. Many of us replace that muscle mass with body fat as we become increasingly sedentary, and our metabolism slows down. That puts increasing stress upon our heart and lungs.

Here are three easy steps that can help you develop a workout habit.

1. Start slowly. Develop the exercise habit slowly. Start with walking. If you can, do it in the evening with your partner.

2. Use the cue and reward method. To develop a habit, use the proven cue and reward method. This involves setting up the same cue/trigger for the new behaviour and then giving yourself a post-behaviour reward. For example, your cue could be having a glass of water after dinner. The reward could be to relax in your favourite armchair after the walk and listen to your music.

3. Start strengthening. You may also choose to start doing bodyweight resistance training. There are just three exercises that you need to be doing to strengthen and build every muscle group in your body: Push-Ups, Pull-Ups and Bodyweight Squats. Perform these three moves as a circuit with no rest between them. Start with five push-ups, one pull-up, and ten squats. Rest for 30 seconds and then repeat the course. Do this three times per week, slowly building up your reps as your strength increases.

The exercise routines that we’ve outlined here will take no longer than 30 minutes per day. Persevere with them, using the cue/reward system to ingrain them into your lifestyle. The effort will pay off in a stronger, more muscular, and healthier you.

Inspired by their guide to developing a workout habit, Blooms The Chemist - Windsor Marketplace offers essentials to help you stay on track:

• Magnesium supplements to support muscle recovery and reduce fatigue

• Electrolyte powders for hydration after workouts

• Joint support formulas to keep you moving comfortably

• Protein shakes and bars for post-exercise nourishment

SEE STORE INFO

Reference: https://www.bloomsthechemist.com.au/articles/how-to-develop-a-workout-habit-in-three-easy-steps/

LABOUR DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY TRADE

Windsor Marketplace will be trading from 10am - 4pm on Monday 6th October for the Labour Day Public Holiday.

Individual retailers trading hours may vary. Please check with specific store for their trade.

Did you know that allergies can also affect your skin?

What’s with this red, bumpy, itchy skin rash?

Many of us are familiar with the sneezing, runny nose, and itchy, watery eyes that come with hayfever, but did you know that allergies can also affect your skin? Red, bumpy, and itchy skin could mean that you are experiencing an allergic skin rash or hives. Read on to find out more about what can cause these skin reactions and what you can do to find relief from your symptoms.

What is an allergic skin rash?

An allergic reaction rash on your skin can occur when your skin comes into contact with a trigger – or allergen – that causes your body’s immune system to react. This reaction results in a red and itchy rash and is called allergic contact dermatitis. The skin rash may take a day or two to appear after your skin comes into contact with the trigger and will continue until after contact has stopped.

The most common trigger of allergic contact dermatitis is nickel metal, which is often found in jewellery or metal parts of clothing. Other common causes include plants and chemicals, as well as cosmetics, creams, and fragrances that are used on the skin.

What are hives, and how did I get them?

Hives – which also go by the name urticaria in medical circles – are raised areas of skin. These itchy bumps or welts can be red or skin-coloured, and sometimes grow bigger and even merge together to form larger wheals.

Hives can form when your body’s immune system reacts to a particular trigger. This activates special cells in your skin called mast cells, which release a natural chemical called histamine that causes the itchy, red, bumps you see on your skin.

It’s important to know that while hives may look similar from person to person, the particular trigger can be different. Understanding what it is that causes your hives can help you avoid that trigger. Common triggers for hives include:

• Allergic reactions after your skin comes in contact with something you are allergic to, for example an animal or plant

• Allergic reactions to food, medicines, or insect bites or stings

• Viral infections, especially in children

• Physical factors, such as exposure of the skin to cold air or water, heat, vibrations, pressure, sweating, exercise, or scratching

While most cases of hives usually clear up within minutes or hours, some people can experience what’s called chronic hives – where hives occur on most days for more than six weeks. The specific cause or trigger of chronic hives is often not known, but typically not an allergy.

What can I do if I develop a skin rash or hives?

If you develop a skin rash or hives rash, it’s important to figure out if you can identify whether there was a specific cause. This way, you can do your best to avoid that particular trigger. If you are concerned about your symptoms, talk to your doctor. In some cases, a doctor may perform tests to identify skin allergies.

In addition to avoiding triggers, hives treatment can also include a medication called an antihistamine. Antihistamines like Demazin Allergy & Hayfever Tablets, available at Blooms The Chemist – Windsor Marketplace, work by blocking the body’s reaction when histamine is released during an immune response – helping to reduce the itchiness of a hives rash.

Reference: https://demazin.com.au/skin-rash-and-hives/

The ultimate crowd-pleaser, this cake combines rich caramel mud cake with a creamy buttercream frosting. It's then adorned with an edible mosaic of your favourite biscuits and fresh strawberries.

Ingredients

500g unsalted butter, softened

1kg icing sugar mixture

1/4 cup milk

2 Woolworths caramel mud cakes

300g assorted biscuits

6 strawberries

Directions

Step 1

To make the buttercream icing, place butter in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes or until light and fluffy. Add icing sugar and whisk on low speed for 2 minutes or until fully combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add milk and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes or until light and fluffy.

Step 2

Place 1 mud cake, right-side up, on a 10-inch round cake board or serving platter. Place 1 cup icing on the middle of the cake. Using an offset spatula, create a layer of icing on top.

Step 3

Place remaining mud cake on top, right-side down. Set aside 1½ cups icing in a piping bag fitted with a 1cm piping tip. Use remaining icing to coat the top and sides of cake. Using a cake scraper or clean metal ruler, scrape and smooth the sides of the cake.

Step 4

Pipe 6 rosettes of icing around the top edge of the cake. Arrange biscuits, in a single layer, around the top and sides of the cake, starting with the largest biscuits and filling in gaps with smaller biscuits or breaking biscuits to fit gaps. Top icing rosettes with strawberries. Serve.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/biscuit-tin-cake

Father’s Day is almost here, and Windsor Marketplace has you sorted with thoughtful gifts that Dad will actually use (and love). From everyday essentials to a little luxury, this quick guide makes picking the perfect present easy – no stress, just smiles.

This Father’s Day, skip the guesswork and head to Windsor Marketplace for gifts that are simple, thoughtful, and guaranteed to make Dad feel special. From the practical to the indulgent, it’s all here – and all about celebrating him.

What makes a California sour, you ask? You’ll find zero egg whites in this bad boy. That’s right, it’s fully vegan. Peace, love, and cocktails, man! Instead, this one gets its foam from Aquafaba (chickpea water!) Smooth Southern Comfort makes this sip like a dose of SoCal sunshine in a glass.

Ingredients

• 60ml Southern Comfort

• 30ml aquafaba (water from a can of chickpeas)

• 30ml lemon juice

• 15ml sugar syrup

• Bitters to garnish

Directions

1. Add everything to a cocktail shaker, fill with ice and shake

2. Strain into a glass filled with ice

3. Garnish with a few dashes of bitters

The colder weather impacts your skin more than you think. With a mix of cold weather, lower humidity, and indoor heating, your skin needs more care than it usually would. If your skin has been feeling dry, tight, or even itchy, you’re not alone. Here’s how you can help your skin this Winter.

Why does my skin get dry in Winter?

Your skin gets dry in Winter (or any other time) as your skin doesn’t retain enough moisture to keep it hydrated. The common signs of dry skin include redness, a rough texture, itchiness or cracks in your skin.

How can I help calm down my irritated skin?

While it can be irritating, this doesn’t have to be your new norm every Winter. You can make simple changes to your skincare routine and habits, including:

1. Using a new moisturiser that is extra hydrating, like DermaVeen’s Extra Hydration Intense Moisturising Lotion available at Blooms The Chemist - Windsor Marketplace

2. Wearing gloves, which can help stop your skin from drying out because of the dry air in Winter

3. Changing your washing powder to one that focuses on sensitive skin, as these are likely to be free of harsh chemicals or fragrances

4. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, as dehydration can affect the appearance of your skin

5. Patting your skin dry instead of rubbing after you’ve had a hot shower or bath 

How DermaVeen can help

It comes in a large 1L bottle and is filled with colloidal oatmeal, which means it can help lock in moisture and intensely nourish extra dry and sensitive skin. The lotion forms a protective moisture layer on your skin, which can help your skin stay hydrated against the changes in temperature that come with winter. It’s also paraben, fragrance, lanolin, artificial dye, and alcohol free. It’s suitable for use on your face and your body and can be used by infants, adults, and the elderly.

Reference: https://www.bloomsthechemist.com.au/articles/skin-feeling-itchy-and-dry-thats-winter/

This make-ahead sangria is rich, fruity, and ridiculously easy, made with Tempus Two Merlot, maple, citrus, and a splash of soda for sparkle. For when you want to stay in this Winter, but still impress.

Ingredients:

1 bottle Tempus Two Varietal Merlot from BWS - Windsor Marketplace

1 cup orange juice

2 tbsp maple syrup (or honey)

1 orange, sliced into rounds

1 apple, thinly sliced

Chilled soda water (to top)

Optional: a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of vanilla

Method:

1. In a large jug, pour in the full bottle of Tempus Two Merlot.

2. Add orange juice and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey.

3. Toss in the orange and apple slices.

4. Feeling fancy? Add a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of vanilla for extra depth.

5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let it all mingle.

6. When you’re ready to serve, top with soda water and give it a gentle stir.

7. Pour into wine glasses and garnish with extra fruit.

8. Light a candle. Cue the music. Pretend you planned this hours ago.

A quick and tasty lunch the whole family can build together these school holidays! Packed with crunchy crumbed fish, creamy avo, fresh veg and zesty lime on a wholegrain roll – it’s an easy way to keep little bellies full between holiday adventures.

Ingredients

1 avocado, mashed

4 medium tomatoes, sliced

2 Lebanese cucumber, sliced

2 tbs continental parsley, chopped

6 slice low-fat cheddar cheese

2 limes

2 cup baby spinach leaves

425g frozen crumbed fish fillets

salad leaf mix (to serve)

6 wholegrain bread rolls, halved

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 180°C. Bake fish for 20 minutes or until cooked through.

Step 2

Combine avocado, parsley and a squeeze of lime in a bowl. Season with freshly cracked black pepper.

Step 3

To assemble rolls, spread avocado mixture onto base of bread roll and top with handful of baby spinach. Add tomato, cheese and cucumber, then top with fish fillet and bread roll top. Serve with salad.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/crumbed-fish-rolls

KING’S BIRTHDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY TRADE

Windsor Marketplace will be open on the King’s Birthday Public Holiday

Windsor Marketplace Trading Hours

📅 Monday, 9 June

• Woolworths: 7:00am – 9:00pm

• General Centre: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Individual Retailers: Trading hours may vary—please check with specific stores for details.

Introducing the Butterscotch Winter - it’s sweet, tart and caramelly. Trade out the Butterscotch Schnapps for some Peach Schnapps for an 80’s classic cocktail.

Ingredients

• 20ml De Kuyper Butterscotch Schnapps

• 45ml Reyka Vodka

• 60ml fresh orange juice

• 60ml cranberry juice

• Garnish: orange wedge

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a highball glass.

2. Shake and strain over ice.

3. Garnish with an orange wedge.

This quick and effortless dessert brings the warmth of cinnamon and the comfort of a soft and fluffy scroll to your mug in minutes.

Ingredients

40g salted butter, softened

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/3 cup brown sugar

6 slices Woolworths Bakery fruit toast, crusts removed

2 free range eggs

1/2 cup milk

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp pure icing sugar (to dust)

1/3 cup thickened cream, to serve

Directions

Step 1

Combine butter, cinnamon and half of the brown sugar in a small bowl. Place bread on a clean work surface. Using your hands, press down on slices lightly to soften. Spread butter mixture evenly over slices.

Step 2

Working with 1 slice at a time with the short side facing you, roll up tightly. Cut each slice evenly into 3 pieces. Place bread, cut-side up and close together, into a 1-cup-capacity microwave-safe mug or ramekin. Repeat with another 2 bread slices, packing tightly to fit. Repeat process with remaining 3 slices to fill a second mug.

Step 3

Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla and remaining brown sugar in a jug until well combined. Pour evenly over bread in mugs. Set aside for 1 minute to soak.

Step 4

Cook mugs, one at a time, on high for 2 minutes. Set aside for 2 minutes to settle. Dust with icing sugar. Serve mug cakes topped with cream.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/cinnamon-scroll-mug-cake

Cold weather, hot showers... and your skin’s waving the white flag?

We hear you. Winter skin can be a struggle — dry cheeks, cracked lips, redness out of nowhere. Whether you're battling flakiness or just missing that summer glow, now’s the time for a seasonal skincare switch-up.

Luckily, Blooms The Chemist has a shelf full of winter-friendly skin saviours — and they’re all in-centre. Easy to grab, easy to love, and perfect for giving your skin the TLC it’s been silently begging for.

Dry, Dehydrated Skin

You know that tight, sandpapery feeling after a day in the cold + heating? Yep, your skin’s thirsty.

Try these from Blooms The Chemist:

• DermaVeen Daily Nourish Soap-Free Wash for Dry & Sensitive Skin

• Kenkay Dry Skin Therapy Facial Serum

• Bio-Oil Dry Skin Gel

• Hope's Relief Dry Skin Relief Derma Lotion

Hydration tip: Layer your serum under your moisturiser — double the goodness, none of the grease.

Dull, Tired Skin

Lack of sunlight = lack of glow. Winter skin can look a little... meh. Time to bring back the brightness.

Glow tip: A quick mask once a week makes all the difference — treat yourself.

Chapped Lips & Flaky Patches

Lip balm season is officially here. Whether it’s cold winds or too much tissue use, winter does lips dirty.

Lip love tip: Apply balm before bed for smoother lips by morning.

Redness & Sensitivity

Sensitive skin doesn’t love winter’s mood swings. If your cheeks are getting ruddy or reactive, keep it gentle.

Try these from Blooms The Chemist:

• Moogoo Gentle Cleanser With Ceramides

• Dermal Therapy Redness Relief Cream

• La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water Mist

• La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive

Sensitive skin tip: Ditch the harsh scrubs and switch to fragrance-free everything.

Your skin deserves better than the winter blues. Visit Blooms The Chemist in-centre for your winter skin essentials.

Planning to feed a crowd? This cocktail will keep them watered too. Ideal for a garden party or backyard BBQ, this punch freezes the tropical sweetness of passionfruit pulp into ice-cubes. This means less time worrying about serving watered-down punch and more time spent sipping. Bonus? It couldn’t be easier to make. Give it your own spin by adding your favourite fruits or whatever is in season.

Ingredients

400ml Vodka Cruiser Flavours Punchy Passionfruit

2 cans passionfruit pulp

500ml tropical juice

500ml lemonade

250ml soda water

Sliced kiwi, lemon and strawberry

2 mint sprigs

Directions

1. The day before, freeze passionfruit pulp into ice cube trays

2. Mix all the liquid ingredients together in a large bowl or jug

3. Add in the fruit, mint and passionfruit ice cubes. Stir and enjoy.

A mother’s love is one of the most powerful forces in the world. This Mother’s Day, Natio invites you to celebrate the infinite beauty of maternal love, care and compassion with a gift that does more than delight Mum – one that also helps to nurture the needs of others.

Natio’s Mother’s Day gift set collection features:

Nourished Gift Set

A gorgeously glowing gift for a radiant, giving soul. Infuse love and care into Mum’s hand washing routine. Radiance-boosting, antioxidant Pomegranate paired with nourishing plant extracts, oils and butters will leave her hands feeling purified and pampered. 

Embraced Gift Set

For Mum, a luxurious embrace of pure, aromatic lather and richly rejuvenating hydration. Formulated with nourishing plant extracts and revitalising essential oils, this replenishing trinity of day spa style bath and bodycare formulations will envelop her in love and well-deserved indulgence. 

Enriched Gift Set

Shower Mum in illuminating love and care, infused with the goodness of pure pomegranate. Beaming with radiance-boosting, antioxidant Pomegranate in combination with naturally nourishing plant oils and extracts, her skin will feel pure, protected and positively glowing. 

Nurtured Gift Set

A luxurious gift of roses, for a most special mum. Infuse gentle, aromatic indulgence into her daily beauty regimen, with heavenly hydrating rose petal-infused skincare, plus a tender kiss of moisture and tint for lips. 

To the mums and the mother figures, the big sisters and the guardian angels who step up to the plate to generously provide love, care and guidance – gratefully, sincerely and with much respect, we wish you Happy Mother’s Day ❤️

This year, Natio is proud to partner with Lighthouse Foundation to support youth - predominantly women, and many young mothers themselves - experiencing homelessness to feel valued and cared for. Just as wonderful mums and mother figures nurture, uplift and provide a helping hand, Natio is committed to supporting that same kindness to youth in need. For every Natio Mother’s Day gift set sold, $1 will go directly to supporting Lighthouse to help to provide safe shelter, community and self-care resources for the youth in their care. Through this partnership, we not only celebrate the women in our lives, but also help ensure that others facing hardship can receive the care and support they deserve.

Reference: https://www.natio.com.au/blogs/discoveries/a-mother-s-love-a-helping-hand-beauty-gifts-that-give-back

Start Mother’s Day with an indulgent breakfast she’ll love! This extravagant croffle combines the best of croissants and waffles, topped with rich chocolate spread, juicy strawberries, and crunchy hazelnuts. A decadent way to treat Mom to a morning full of love and flavor—because she deserves nothing less!

Ingredients

4 Woolworths all butter croissants

1 tbs canola oil cooking spray

1/3 cup chocolate hazelnut spread

250g strawberries, hulled, halved

2 tbs Woolworths blanched hazelnuts, roughly chopped

1 tsp icing sugar (to serve)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat waffle maker. Spray with oil to grease.

Step 2

Place one croissant in each section of waffle maker. Close lid and cook for 2 minutes or until deep golden and toasted. Repeat with remaining croissants.

Step 3

Top each croffle with spread, strawberries and hazelnuts. Serve dusted with icing sugar.

Reference: https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/recipes/croffles-with-strawberries-and-hazelnuts?icmpid=sm-article-best-croissant-fillings

The Ultimate Mother’s Day Shopping Guide!

This Mother’s Day, make it truly unforgettable with a heartfelt surprise from Windsor Marketplace. Whether you’re picking up a bouquet of fresh blooms, booking her in for a relaxing massage, or spoiling her with a nail pamper session and a few luxe beauty finds, we’ve got everything to show Mum just how special she is.

Plan a cosy breakfast or dine out together, then shake up something sweet with a Mother’s Day cocktail recipe she’ll adore. No matter how you choose to celebrate, Windsor Marketplace is bursting with thoughtful touches and treats to help you make Mum’s day magical from start to finish.

Perfect Nails for the Perfect Mum

This Mother’s Day, pamper Mum with nail inspiration that’s as unique as she is. Whether she loves timeless elegance or bold creativity, My Nail & Beauty will help you find the perfect set to make her feel truly beautiful.

Mum deserves the very best, always!

We’ve rounded up amazing gift ideas and creative ways to show your love, and now it’s your turn to make her smile! We can’t wait to see you at the centre, where every corner is brimming with joy, excitement, and a special atmosphere just for Mum. Let’s celebrate her together! To the mums and mother figures who give their all with love and care – we wish you a heartfelt Happy Mother’s Day ❤️

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Turn leftover roast chicken into a delectable weeknight meal with these easy-to-make chicken and spinach lasagne roll-ups.

Ingredients

1 tbs extra virgin olive oil

200g mushrooms, sliced

120g baby spinach

1 cup shredded skinless Woolworths country style hot roast chicken , shredded

1/2 cup stuffing from chicken

188g Woolworths smooth ricotta

1 cup Woolworths shredded mozzarella, cheddar & parmesan blend

400g canned Woolworths diced Italian tomatoes with onion, garlic & basil

375g fresh lasagne sheets, halved

5mL extra virgin olive oil cooking spray

1/3 punnet thyme, sprigs picked

Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan-forced. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add mushroom and cook for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add spinach and cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes or until wilted. Remove from heat. Cool slightly. Place spinach mixture in a medium bowl. Add chicken, stuffing, ricotta and half of the cheese. Season with freshly ground black pepper.

Step 2

Whisk half of the tomato and 2 tbs water in a jug. Pour over base of a 20x30cm (base) baking dish. For each roll, place a lasagne sheet on a clean work surface. Place 1/4 cup chicken mixture at the end closest to you and roll up to form a log. Place log, seam-side down, in prepared dish. Repeat with remaining lasagne sheets and chicken mixture.

Step 3

Top with remaining tomato and remaining cheese. Spray with oil. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Sprinkle with thyme. Serve.

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Okay, so you’ve heard of the tequila sunsrise, but now it’s time to meet its sophisticated older sister. The tequila sunset features crème de cassis (or blackberry liqueur), giving it a distinctive moody sunset colouring. This twist on the tropical classic uses coconut tequila as the star for a decadent coco-berry combo. Enjoy at golden hour (or any hour for that matter).

Ingredients

• 50ml Cazcabel Coconut Tequila from BWS - Windsor Marketplace

• 100ml fresh orange juice

• 15ml crème de cassis (or blackberry liqueur)

• Ice cubes

• Orange wedge for garnish

Method

1. Fill a glass with ice and add the Cazcabel Coconut Tequila and orange juice. Stir gently to combine.
2. Slowly pour the crème de cassis over the back of a spoon or down the side of the glass, allowing it to settle at the bottom to create the sunset effect.
3. Garnish with an orange wedge to complete the look.

Spicy Bondi takes pride in serving meals that are both flavourful and satisfying. Their weekday specials are thoughtfully crafted to highlight savoury goodness. Whether you're drawn to the perfectly grilled Large Portuguese Chicken or the crispy, golden Fish & McCain Sure Crisp Chips, every dish promises to delight your taste buds!

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EASTER AND ANZAC DAY HOLIDAY TRADE

Windsor Marketplace Trading Hours

• Good Friday (April 18): CLOSED

• Easter Saturday (April 19):

  • Centre 9am – 5pm

  • Woolworths 7am – 10pm

• Easter Sunday (April 20): CLOSED

• Easter Monday (April 21):

  • Centre 10am – 4pm

  • Woolworths 7am – 10pm

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Bubbly. Fruity. Elegant.

Prepare for the fruity fizz of this delicious raspberry cocktail. This Raspberry Crush Spritz will add a touch of elegance to your cocktail menu.

Ingredients

Smirnoff Raspberry Crush*

50 ml Lemonade

75 ml Prosecco

50 ml Ice cubes

Garnish: raspberries 2-3

How To Prepare

1. Fill glass with ice

2. Add Smirnoff Raspberry Crush

3. Add prosecco

4. Add lemonade

5. Garnish with 2-3 raspberries and serve

Reference: https://www.smirnoff.com/en-gb/all-cocktails/cocktail-recipes/raspberry-crush-spritz