THE SWAG BLOG

If you’re not seeing two weeks of optimal freshness (on average) then most often, your Swags are either too dry or too damp. So let’s explore just how damp your Swag should be, as well as how to, how much and how often to dampen them!  

You may be wondering why we’re always so insistent on putting your Swags in the “magic” spot of your fridge, the crisper. Well we dive deep into the cold abyss of the fridge to explore their very important role.

This simple recipe is BLOOMING with flavour and with the just the right amount of crunch, seasoning and tang, these potato wedges are a simple, delicious side to serve with any of your favourite meals.

We tend to get the same questions or concerns from our Swag fam, and we often discover that one of these three steps are missed by our Swaggers when they use The Swag for the first time.

This delicious, light and satisfying vegetarian take on the chinese classic, San Choy Bow, is a great option if you need to use up any veggies that are on their last days in your crisper! 

Whether it be lettuce, bok choy, Swiss chard, kale or spinach, just what exactly is best practice for keeping leafy greens fresh for as long as possible? 👇🏻 Watch The Swag founder, Peita Pini, share her best tips - you won't beLEAF how long your greens will last! 🌿 Did you know The Swag is scientifically proven to keep your fruit and veggies (incuding leafy greens) fresh for 2 weeks or more?

Anneka Manning, one of Australia’s leading bakers and founder of BakeClub reveals her exclusive tips for successfully storing bread (including her experience with our Organic Bread Swag!), so you can get the most out of your favorite loaf.

In this updated version of the traditional Easter hot cross bun recipe, Anneka Manning, founder of BakeClub adds chunks of dark chocolate and tart dried cherries, making these even more irresistible!

Got mould? It is very rare, and often pure bad luck, but your Swag can grow mould – it is a 100% natural product. Here’s what causes fridge mould to grow on your Swag, what you can do about it, and best practices to prevent it!

Learn how to keep your 'shrooms fresh for longer with these expert tips. Plus enjoy our delicious creamy vegan mushroom soup recipe! 

This one-pan veggie bake means we can spend more time with family and friends, while the oven does all the work. One of our favourite and simplest versions, with mixed vegetables, a little oil and black seed, this wholesome bake can be made anytime of the year, with any vegetables you have in the fridge that are in season! 

This face oil recipe is one of our faves and is a natural, non-toxic and inexpensive skincare multi-worker (moisturiser, cleanser AND serum) which is suitable for most skin types, making it the perfect, waste-free, Valentine's-day gift to treat yo’ sweet self or a loved one with 💕✨