We have a couple of children's birthdays coming up next week and would like to make some delicious gluten and refined sugar free cupcakes for them - does anyone have a favorite recipe to share??  

Thank you to everyone for your lovely comments about HoneyBees. And the winners of our Ecostore gift packs are....... drumroll please....... Claire, Lois, Michelle and Wessam!

Congratulations everyone!! Please get in touch with us on hello@honeybees.co.nz to organise a time to pop in and collect your pack!    :-)

Wow we're so excited to have reached over 1000 Likes on Facebook!! To celebrate we are giving away 4 Ecostore baby gift boxes - to be in to win just tell us what you like best about HoneyBees.    :-)

These super yummy carob balls are the perfect alternative to chocolate Easter eggs for the little ones this holiday season. No dairy, no gluten, no added sugar! The tofu keeps them a nice soft texture, while adding some protein too.

Pat the tofu dry with paper towels to remove excess water. Place into a bowl and mash with a fork. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix using your hands to evenly combine.
Form into small balls and roll in extra desiccated coconut. Transfer to a container in a single layer and refrigerate overnight. Keeps 4-5 days in the fridge. Makes approx 30 small balls.

Just one more reason at HoneyBees we make our own all natural wet wipes using almond oil....

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At HoneyBees we love having such an amazing outdoor space in the middle of the busy city!

Quick healthy food tip to give your kids loads of energy - instead of crumbing fish in white bread crumbs, try using LSA (ground linseed/sunflower seeds/almonds, available at most supermarkets). It adds protein, healthy fats and extra vitamins, and is the meal of the moment here at HoneyBees!

We were busy choosing plants last week so the outdoor area is looking greener and more natural - and the children love it!! Will post some pictures soon.

Marisa was busy today putting the final touches on our amazing eco hamper worth over $1000! You can be in to win if you come along to the Freemans Bay Market Day, or visit anytime during our Open Week. 

Katie was busy baking some delicious mini Lemon Chia Seed Muffins this morning at HoneyBees - and of course we all had to make sure they tasted just right......!   :-)
We'll have lots of these here to sample during our Open Week.

The recipe for these yummy gluten free treats is here:
http://slimpalate.com/lemon-chia-seed-muffins-paleo-grain-free-gluten-free/

Lemon icing
2 tablespoons honey 
2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
zest from 1/2 lemon
juice from 1/2 lemon
pinch of salt

Mix together all ingredients, and refrigerate a few hours before decorating.