Welcome! I’m Sue — Thermomix enthusiast, enthusiastic feeder of family and friends, and firm believer that good food doesn’t need to be complicated.

Well… it’s been a while! 🙈

If you’ve visited The ThermoCouple over the past couple of years, you may have noticed that things have been a little… quiet. There’s been a very good reason for that — life happened.

Between work, holidays, family, children, grandchildren and everything else that comes with a busy life, keeping this site updated simply slipped further and further down the list.

And you know what? I’m not apologising for that. ❤️ Life, family and making memories have been far more important, and I wouldn’t change that for a minute.

A few things have changed along the way too. My journey with WW has come to an end, and I’ve decided to leave that chapter behind and find a way of enjoying food and life that works better for me.

But The ThermoCouple isn’t going anywhere!

I’m going to be giving this site a much-needed refresh, with a newer, more modern look and plenty of fresh content. I’ll be bringing back some of the recipes and favourites that have always made this site special, along with new ideas, kitchen discoveries and things I’m actually cooking and enjoying now.

So, thank you for your patience while I’ve been off living life rather than updating websites. 😂

I’ll be back soon — with a fresher, more modern ThermoCouple and lots more to share.

In the meantime, grab your Thermomix, blender, air fryer or whatever else you love cooking with, and stay tuned. ❤️

Sue x

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Tonight we made the decision to have dinner at @zanzibarbali instead of @chezgadogado. It’s a decision that has left us feeling incredibly grateful, because we were only just down the road when we saw the flames. The night could have been so very different had we gone to Chez Gado Gado. It is heartbreaking to think that this iconic restaurant is no more. 💔 The speed and devastation of the fire was truly horrific. Over so many years, Chez Gado Gado has been a favourite of ours — a place where we enjoyed beautiful food, wonderful company, magical sunsets and so many special moments. It was more than just a restaurant; it was part of our Bali memories. Tonight, seeing it go up in flames was incredibly upsetting. To know that a place filled with so many memories for so many people is gone is just heartbreaking. Thank you, Chez Gado Gado, for the years of beautiful memories, incredible meals and unforgettable sunsets. You will be missed. ♥️💔♥️

Tonight we made the decision to have dinner at @zanzibarbali instead of @chezgadogado. It’s a...

🌱 Today’s lunch was an absolute winner! 💚 I finally tried the @soycoaustralia Breakfast Scramble Tofu, served with crispy sourdough toast and a generous spread of @nuttelex Buttery… and I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised! 😍 The scramble was full of flavour, satisfying, and so quick to prepare. It’s a fantastic high-protein, plant-based option that really hit the spot. Paired with toast, it made for a delicious and filling lunch. As I’m exploring more whole food, plant-based meals, it’s great to find products that are both convenient and genuinely tasty. This one will definitely be making another appearance in my kitchen! 🌿Soyco is now my front runner for Tofu. Need to try their other products. Amazing. 🤩 Have you tried tofu scramble before? I’d love to hear your favourite way to enjoy it! 😊 #PlantBased #TofuScramble #meatfreemonday #highprotein

🌱 Today’s lunch was an absolute winner! 💚

I finally tried the @soycoaustralia Breakfast Scramble...

Today’s wonderful day at @thelittlefood_market at Royal Exhibition Building. Melbourne turned on the weather with a glorious day. Honestly, this government the @good_food_and_wine_festival a run for its money. The stall variety, the stall holders were amazing. Shout to @smalldreamsweets for having the best vegan chocolate I have ever tasted, and the guy that helped me. Incredible. @wonderpiesmelb for the tastiest vegan pie ever. Everyone loved it. 🥰 The ladies at @explorekingvalley - you made ME buy red wine 🍷 and that’s a first! Oh and the popcorn 🍿 🤩 After the guys went and got the car, yes we needed a collection with buying so much, dinner at The Royal Standard Hotel 🏨 perfect way to end the day.

Today’s wonderful day at @thelittlefood_market at Royal Exhibition Building. Melbourne turned on the weather with...

Tonight’s vegan dinner - Spinach & Mushroom Orzo - was so creamy and delicious. Calculated the Weight Wachers points : 7 points for a large bowl of goodness. 11g protein. 320 calories The vegan milk was Almond milk from our new @themylky - Highly recommended. Bit of a pain to print the recipe but oh so worth it https://feedod.net/vegan-spinach-mushroom-orzo/ #vegan #plantbasedfood #plantbase #plantbasedrecipe

Tonight’s vegan dinner - Spinach & Mushroom Orzo - was so creamy and delicious. Calculated...

Tonight dinner made by @enjoy.theday was totally delicious. He ate VEGAN with me as he added tofu for protein 😊Gorgeous flavours and so well … yummy!😋 for people doing weight watchers it’s only ONE POINT for the recipe and 4 for the tofu - 21 grams protein https://www.plantbasedandveganfood.com/garlic-mushrooms-cauliflower-skillet/ Next time we make it and we will, we are going to add some potato or Risoni for more body. This is a great side dish. This is why we added tofu. Totally worth it and highly recommended #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedfood #wwfriendly

Tonight dinner made by @enjoy.theday was totally delicious. He ate VEGAN with me as he...

So… today’s latest purchase arrived. 😄 A @themylky machine. Yes, I know… I already have a Thermomix! 😂 And before anyone says, “You can make almond milk in that,” I know you can. The actual making part is easy. It’s the straining, squeezing, and cleaning up afterwards that’s a real pain! Well… I am officially impressed by Mylky. I added the ingredients, pressed the button, and just 2 minutes later I had 1.2 litres of fresh, strained almond milk. 🤯 The recipe they use is completely different to the one on Cookidoo, and the flavour is incredible. It tastes so much fresher and creamier than I expected. I honestly think this is one purchase I won’t regret. If you make plant-based milk regularly, I can already tell you… it’s absolutely worth it! 🥛💚 #mylky #plantbasedmilk #almondmilk #homemade

So… today’s latest purchase arrived. 😄 A @themylky machine.

Yes, I know… I already have...

Tonight’s dinner was cooked by Chris – a veggie stir-fry with @soycoaustralia Sesame Soy & Ginger Tofu. 🥦🥕🥢 I’ll admit… I was very skeptical. 🫤 Tofu has never really been my thing. But wow… I was completely wrong! It was absolutely delicious. The tofu was packed with flavour, had a great texture, and honestly, if you hadn’t told me it was tofu, I probably wouldn’t have guessed. Once again thank you to @suefrances1 for going above and beyond for my food “trials”! Even Max approved… and that’s saying something! 🐈‍⬛ 😂 If you’ve been hesitant to try tofu, I’d definitely recommend giving this one a go. It’s a great high-protein, meat-free option that actually tastes amazing. #plantbased #Tofu #HealthyEating #Soyco #PlantProtein

Tonight’s dinner was cooked by Chris – a veggie stir-fry with @soycoaustralia Sesame Soy &...

A huge thank you to @suefrances1 for going shopping and finding these absolutely delicious V2 Plant Protein Burgers for me! 💚🌱 Tonight, Chris @enjoy.theday worked his magic in the kitchen yet again, serving them with a plate full of fresh veggies, mushrooms and crispy potato gems. It was packed with flavour, incredibly satisfying, and proof that plant-based meals don’t have to be boring! As someone who’s recently transitioned to a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle, discovering products like these makes the journey so much easier. ⭐ V2 Plant Protein Burgers – highly recommended! They have a great texture, are high in protein and iron, and definitely earned a spot on our shopping list. Who’s tried them? I’d love to hear your favourite way to serve them! 💚 #PlantBasedJourney #PlantProtein #V2Food #HealthyEating #WholeFoodPlantBased

A huge thank you to @suefrances1 for going shopping and finding these absolutely delicious V2...

Tonight’s dinner was this incredible vegan mushroom lasagna, made by my beautiful friend @suefrances1 💚 It was her very first time making a vegan lasagna and, honestly, you would never have known. It was rich, full of flavour and absolutely delicious. These were leftovers from a family dinner they hosted over the weekend (that we went to), but despite everything she had on her plate preparing for that, she still went the extra mile to make sure I had something delicious to eat. That simple act of kindness meant so much to me. Thank you, Sue. 🥰 . . . #plantbased #veganlasagna #veganfood #mushroomlasagna

Tonight’s dinner was this incredible vegan mushroom lasagna, made by my beautiful friend @suefrances1 💚...

Today we celebrated our precious granddaughter Ivy’s 4th birthday, and my heart is so full. 💕 It feels like only yesterday I was cuddling this beautiful little bundle of joy, and now here she is—full of personality, imagination and the biggest smile that lights up every room. She had the most magical day surrounded by family and so many wonderful friends. There were plenty of outfit changes too, from Paw Patrol adventurer to the most beautiful fairy princess. 👑✨ She loved every single minute of it, and seeing the excitement on her face made every moment so special. Her birthday cake by @funkybatter was everything she’d asked for—chocolate and Biscoff, decorated with rainbow, flowers and dinosaurs. 🦖🌈 It was absolutely perfect for our little birthday girl. Happy 4th Birthday, our beautiful Ivy. 💖🎂

Today we celebrated our precious granddaughter Ivy’s 4th birthday, and my heart is so full....

🌱 Plant-Based Diet Update – Day 6! 🌱 Well, I’m six days into my new plant-based journey, and I’m happy to say… I’m surviving! 😄 Honestly, I don’t think I could have done it without Chris. ❤️ He’s been amazing, researching and finding plant-based alternatives for just about everything – cheese, butter, milk, and even “meat.” So far, we’ve been pleasantly surprised by just how delicious everything has been. One standout has definitely been these @plantein.foods - Plantein Plant-Based Schnitzels. They are seriously tasty and will definitely be staying on our shopping list! 👏 A few people have asked if this change is helping with my WeightWatchers journey. At the moment, the answer is… not really. 😅 It’s still early days, and I’m learning how to balance everything while making sure I get enough protein. Because of my diverticulitis, beans and lentils aren’t an option for me, so finding good-quality plant-based meat alternatives is really important. It’s definitely a learning curve, but I’m determined to make it work. This is a whole new way of eating for me, and I’m sure there will be plenty of trial and error along the way. But every new meal is an opportunity to discover something different, and I’m looking forward to seeing where this journey takes me. 💚 If you’ve got any favourite high-protein plant-based foods or recipes (without beans or lentils!), I’d love to hear your recommendations! #plantbased #plantbase #vegan #wayoflife

🌱 Plant-Based Diet Update – Day 6! 🌱

Well, I’m six days into my new...

Tonight’s dinner was a delicious plant-based mushroom risotto using the Thermomix Cookidoo recipe. 🌱🍄 Chris made a couple of simple swaps to make it plant-based, using @nuttelex Buttery instead of butter and @madewithplants Dairy-Free Parmesan. I have to say… it was absolutely delicious! Creamy, full of flavour, and surprisingly filling. I definitely didn’t feel like I was missing out on anything. This one is going straight onto our regular dinner rotation. Highly recommend! 💚 #MadeWithPlants #Nuttelex #PlantBased #plantbasedjourney

Tonight’s dinner was a delicious plant-based mushroom risotto using the Thermomix Cookidoo recipe. 🌱🍄

Chris...

Over the past weeks, I’ve had some blood tests that have been a real wake-up call. After discussing the results with my doctor, I’ve been advised to eliminate animal products from my diet for the next three months (with the exception of one glass of milk each day for calcium) to give my body the best chance to heal and improve my overall health. Fatty liver and excessive vitamin B12. If you know me, you’ll know this isn’t something I ever imagined I’d be doing. I enjoy my fish, chicken and dairy, and this is going to be a huge change. But when your health tells you it’s time to make a change, you listen. So for the next three months, I’ll be embracing a plant-based way of eating, learning as I go, trying new recipes, and hopefully proving to myself that none animal can be delicious and nourishing. This isn’t about judging anyone else’s choices or trying to convince others to eat the same way. It’s simply about following medical advice and giving my body the best opportunity to recover. I’m sure there’ll be a few wins, a few disasters in the kitchen, and plenty to learn along the way! I’ll share some of my meals and progress as I go. A huge thank you to Chris for helping me in this journey. Here’s to better health, one meal at a time. 🌱💚 #plantbased #vegan #healthyfoodchoices #fattyliver

Over the past weeks, I’ve had some blood tests that have been a real wake-up...

So the start of my 3 month journey as a Vegan began at @funghi_e_tartufo Were we all worried about what was on the menu. Damn!!! We all were so impressed. The food is amazing. We will 1000% return. I have not eaten anything creamy for years but today. Omg I was in heaven. Seriously INCREDIBLE. You must try this restaurant and food. Staff were wonderful and helpful. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

So the start of my 3 month journey as a Vegan began at @funghi_e_tartufo

Were...

Tonight we went to The Atlantic @theatlanticrest at Crown — a place that has held so many special memories for us over the years. Our first visit was back in 2016 to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary, and we’ve returned again for my 50th and 60th birthdays too. With the restaurant now closing at Crown, we knew we had to go one last time to celebrate all the wonderful nights we’ve shared there. Sue & Roby came along for the ride, and what a night it was! A special mention to Bernard, our waiter — what an absolute gentleman. He made the night feel even more memorable and gave us a lovely gift to take home. We truly felt so special. The food, as always, was absolutely amazing. The company… meh 😉 Just kidding — we had the best time. And Melbourne… what incredible weather for a night in May! We’ll really miss this place. It had become our go-to spot for celebrating life’s special moments. ❤️ A special mention to Daniel & Gina for our Christmas gift. Love you guys 🥰

Tonight we went to The Atlantic @theatlanticrest at Crown — a place that has held...

Dinner tonight was a winner – slow cooker Chicken Honey Soy with Ginger & Garlic. My daughter sent this one through, saying it’s all over TikTok at the moment… and I can absolutely see why. It’s incredibly easy and packed with flavour. Ingredients: * 1kg chicken drumsticks or thighs * ½ cup soy sauce * ⅓ cup honey * 2 tablespoons crushed garlic * 1 tablespoon crushed ginger * 2 tablespoons tomato paste * 1 tablespoon sesame oil Method: Add everything to the slow cooker, making sure the chicken is well coated. Cook on: * High for 3 hours, or * Low for 5 hours In the last hour, add your vegetables and serve with mash or rice. I added my veggies about 2 hours before the end as I like them a bit chunkier but still cooked through. I used carrots, corn, Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, zucchini, and water chestnuts. Super easy, full of flavour, and definitely one to make again. #slowcooker #chickenslowcooker #yummy #deliciousandnutritious

Dinner tonight was a winner – slow cooker Chicken Honey Soy with Ginger & Garlic....

Normally, as parents, when our kids grow older, we’re the ones dropping off meals when they need a little extra support. So it truly touched my heart when, over the weekend, my daughter-in-law — despite having a really tough pregnancy (so much like the one I had with her husband 🥺) — baked a lasagna… and today, my son arrived at our door with dinner for us. I was honestly so surprised, and completely filled with smiles when it arrived. We served it up with a fresh salad and sat down to enjoy it — and wow. It was absolutely delicious. Rich, full of flavour, with just the right little kick of spice. And then came the surprise… little pieces of sausage tucked throughout — such a lovely, unexpected touch, and so incredibly tasty. We feel so grateful. Such a thoughtful, generous gesture from our beautiful kids ♥️ #lasagna #thoughtfulkids #surprisedinner

Normally, as parents, when our kids grow older, we’re the ones dropping off meals when...

Easter 2026 ♥️ Billy and Elizabeth put on lunch for all the family and it was a wonderful day had by all. Laughter, wonderful food, amazing company. The kids had a ball as did the adults. ** We’ve removed photos to help protect our grandchildren’s privacy and keep them safe.

Easter 2026 ♥️ Billy and Elizabeth put on lunch for all the family and it...

Happy 2nd Birthday, sweet Elijah! 💛 A true Wiggles fan absolutely deserves a Wiggles cake, and this one was made with so much love just for you. @funkybatter Soft vanilla layers and paired with @funkybatter silky buttercream, filled with delicious @biscoff.au goodness, and finished with a dreamy white chocolate drip—every detail as fun and joyful as you are. Topped with colourful lollipops and mini @mmsaustralia for that extra sprinkle of magic, because turning two should always be this sweet and special. Hope your day was full of giggles, dancing, and all your favourite things. Here’s to many more beautiful birthdays ahead! 🎉🎂💫 #wigglescake #funkybattercake #yummycake #homemadecake

Happy 2nd Birthday, sweet Elijah! 💛

A true Wiggles fan absolutely deserves a Wiggles cake,...

25.03.2006 💍 Twenty years married to my best friend… and 28 years by each other’s side. Not bad at all, I think ❤️ Through all the seasons of life—the chaos, the laughter, the challenges, and the quiet moments—you’ve been my constant. My safe place. My person. We’ve built something real, something strong, and something I’m endlessly grateful for every single day. Here’s to everything we’ve shared, everything we’ve created, and all the memories still to come. To many more years, Chris… I wouldn’t choose anyone else 🤍

25.03.2006 💍

Twenty years married to my best friend… and 28 years by each other’s...

Sofia is TWO! 🎉💕 We all came together to celebrate our beautiful granddaughter’s second birthday — such a special milestone and such a joy to share as a family. She was absolutely delighted with her vanilla Nutella cake and Reese’s cup ice cream treats (safe to say they were a big hit! 🍰🍫). Nanny had a lot of fun making it 💗 of course it was made with @funkybatter recipes It was one of those perfect days — full of laughter, love, and the sweetest little moments we’ll treasure forever 🥰 #homemadecake #funkybatter #reesescupcake #twoyearoldcake

Sofia is TWO! 🎉💕

We all came together to celebrate our beautiful granddaughter’s second birthday...

Salmon and salad for dinner tonight… and wow, what a combo. I seasoned the salmon with @lanesbbqau Sweet Heat — the perfect balance of sweet with a little kick. Absolutely beautiful on salmon. I used to make my own topping. Never again. This stuff is next level. Clean taste, incredible flavour, and it just works. When I’m dressing a salad I reach straight for the best of the best from Lane’s — SPG. Honestly, I use it on almost everything. Meat, tomatoes, avocado, eggs… you name it. It just makes everything taste better. Do yourself a favour and grab some Lane’s. And where have I been? Busy. Life, work… all the usual things. But a friend recently told me she was running out of ideas for dinner and needed my inspiration. So here I am @kazjennings … slowly back again. 🍽️ 🤣

Salmon and salad for dinner tonight… and wow, what a combo.

I seasoned the salmon...

Four today! 🕷️🔴🔵 Xavier requested a Spider-Man cake, so that’s exactly what he got. A @funkybatter vanilla cake layered with Biscoff and covered in silky Funkybatter buttercream — because we don’t do boring birthdays around here. Red and blue were the order of the day, but it needed a little extra magic… so I added chocolate webs 🕸️, spiders and the cake topper to finish it off. Safe to say it was a hit. Full tummies, happy faces and a very proud birthday boy. And the last photo? A little tradition — the birthday creations I’ve made for Xavier over the years. Watching them grow (and their cake requests get more specific!) is one of my favourite things. ❤️ #SpiderManCake #BirthdayBakes #FunkyBatter #BiscoffLove #KidsBirthday

Four today! 🕷️🔴🔵

Xavier requested a Spider-Man cake, so that’s exactly what he got. A...

Muggy Melbourne turned full Bali vibes today 🌦️🌴 Chris, Sue & Roby and I hit St Kilda for a little seaside reset. First stop — the Espy for a cooling drink, live music and that unbeatable beachfront energy. Nothing quite like sitting watching the world roll by. Then onto Acland Street for lunch at Rococo (OMG yum 🤌🏼). Risotto, laughter, and that “we should do this more often” feeling. We wrapped it up with a stroll back to the car… accompanied by “passing showers” that absolutely committed to the bit 😂 Safe to say the ground (and our clothes) got properly christened. Hot, humid, slightly chaotic and completely perfect. Melbourne, you keep us guessing — and we wouldn’t have it any other way. 💛

Muggy Melbourne turned full Bali vibes today 🌦️🌴

Chris, Sue & Roby and I hit...

You know what’s kinda scary with this, it is almost like ChatGPT has a photo on my desk!! Even the photo on the desk - I have one my of kids that you can hardly see. And yes, this is how I work and those post it notes are so accurate 🙀 it looks as scattered as my brain is some days haha 😝 Well done #chatgpt

You know what’s kinda scary with this, it is almost like ChatGPT has a photo...

Today we celebrated Billy’s 31st birthday a couple of days early, and of course it had to include a quick Pokémon cake for his latest obsession 🎂 This beauty was whipped up in just 2.5 hours. A vanilla @funkybatter cake with Nutella centres and finished with FunkyBatter buttercream. Despite the 32 degree heat, that buttercream held up like an absolute champ 🙌 I also got to test out my new birthday gift from the family, an automatic cake icing machine. So easy to use and once I perfect it, I’ll be icing cakes in the blink of an eye. Happy almost birthday Billy 💙 ** We’ve removed photos to help protect our grandchildren’s privacy and keep them safe. #birthdaycake #cakedecorating #automaticicingmachine

Today we celebrated Billy’s 31st birthday a couple of days early, and of course it...

🌟 Next Week’s Meal Plan 🌟 Writing this early because I’ll probably forget once the week starts! 🍽 Meals: • Airfry Salmon & Veg/Salad • Anna’s Beef & Pumpkin Lasagna • Wholemeal Chicken Tenderloin & Veg/Salad • Shakshuka & Bread (because we all need a bread fix 🥖) • Cheesy Broccoli & Tuna Bake I’ll be sticking to this plan, but weather and time might have other ideas 😉 Enjoy your week, everyone! 💛 #wwmealplan #weightloss #mealplanning

🌟 Next Week’s Meal Plan 🌟
Writing this early because I’ll probably forget once the...

Skipped the Friday night meal plan because we went out for dinner… I did manage a solid WW choice with grilled barramundi, but seriously—why do pubs insist on putting chips on your plate no matter what? You can’t ignore them! 😅 Tonight, though, dinner was back on track with Anna’s Chicken Mango Salad with Citrus Dressing—and as always, it did not disappoint. That dressing is absolute heaven 👌🏼 Super fresh, super tasty… everything you want on a warm summer night! ☀️🥗 ✨ Side note: We’ve just booked Bali for August/September this year—3 weeks of pure relaxation. Can’t wait! 🏝️✈️ I have Noosa at the end of the month too (it is a business trip with a little bit of fun thrown in 😉) #wwmealplan #weightlossjourney #bali2026trip

Skipped the Friday night meal plan because we went out for dinner… I did manage...

Tonight’s dinner was Anna’s Tuna Patties, made in our trusty Thermomix (of course 😄). Only 4 WW points for the whole meal. I paired them with a quick mix of whatever I had in the fridge and pantry—cabbage, homegrown radishes, corn, and chickpeas with a light mayo dressing. I tried air-frying the tuna patties tonight… would I do it again? Probably not—they came out a bit dry. Definitely worth taking the extra time to lightly pan-fry them instead. All in all, a super filling dinner, and those patties? Absolutely delicious! 😋 #wwrecipe #weightloss #weightwatchersaunz

Tonight’s dinner was Anna’s Tuna Patties, made in our trusty Thermomix (of course 😄). Only...

Dinner done and dusted 🙌 Chris cooked tonight and wow 🤍 Only 6 WW Points and packed with flavour! 🍗 Anna’s French Onion Chicken Bake served with roasted & steamed veggies — totally delicious and perfect for a super quick weeknight dinner. Highly recommend! Ingredients: • 2 chicken breast fillets • 30g French onion packet soup • 2/3 cup chicken stock • 30ml light cooking cream • 1/4 cup reduced-fat grated cheese • 1–2 tsp dried thyme • 1/2 tsp salt & 1/2 tsp pepper Method: 1️⃣ Preheat oven to 180°C (fan forced) 2️⃣ Place chicken in a lined baking tray 3️⃣ Whisk soup mix, stock, cream, herbs, salt & pepper 4️⃣ Pour over chicken, top with cheese & cover with foil 5️⃣ Bake for 35–40 mins, removing foil for the last 15 mins 6️⃣ Serve with veggies and spoon that delicious sauce over the top 🤤 Simple, comforting and full of flavour 💛 #WWRecipes #WeeknightDinner #EasyMeals #frenchonionchicken

Dinner done and dusted 🙌 Chris cooked tonight and wow 🤍 Only 6 WW Points...

Tonight’s dinner was straight from our weekly meal plan 🙌 WW Beef Mince Chow Mein — and wow, it did not disappoint. I started cooking it during my lunch break and finished it just in time for dinner (love a head start!). It’s so easy to make, absolutely packed with veggies, and the flavour is just beautiful 😍 The recipe calls for 2 packets of chicken noodle soup, but I personally find that a bit too salty — even the salt-reduced ones. I use less and then just add a small splash of soy sauce when serving, which works perfectly for us. Highly recommend this one 👌 Even better… it reheats beautifully the next day, so hello leftovers! 💚🥢 #wwrecipes #weightwatchersjourney #ww

Tonight’s dinner was straight from our weekly meal plan 🙌 WW Beef Mince Chow Mein...

🌟 Day 1 of our weekly meal plan! 🌟 We kicked things off with the Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Hot Pot from the WW App/recipe book/website, and wow… it never disappoints 😋✨. Creamy, comforting, and packed with flavour — it’s quick, easy, and honestly, I can’t recommend it enough! Confession time: I ended up eating one and a half servings tonight because I was starving — which is so unlike me! I’ve felt hungry all day, and this meal hit the spot perfectly. If you’re looking for a meal that’s cozy, satisfying, and WW-friendly, this is your new go-to 🍽️💛 #wwrecipes #weightlossjourney #ww

🌟 Day 1 of our weekly meal plan! 🌟

We kicked things off with the...

My weekend♥️ Family, soccer, friends, city, cleaning and planning.

My weekend♥️
Family, soccer, friends, city, cleaning and planning.

If there’s one thing that keeps me grounded during the week, it’s having a rough meal plan in place. And when I say rough, I mean weekday dinners only — because let’s be honest, weekends are a whole different vibe. Doing Weight Watchers WW – I need to be accountable, and this helps me so much!! I’ve now written two full weeks of meal plans, and it’s been such a game changer for me. Not just for staying on track with Weight Watchers, but for saving time, mental energy, and those dreaded “what’s for dinner?” conversations at 5:47pm or later 😳 Recipes are from the WW App/Book/website, @feedmehealthy_annavandyken website and ours. See more info on our website #ww #weightwatchers #mealplan #wwmealplan

If there’s one thing that keeps me grounded during the week, it’s having a rough...

Well, here I am again… kicking off 2026 by heading back to WW! Why WW? Because I actually get it. I know so many of the points without even looking and, honestly, it just works for me. I’ve put on a bit of weight lately and I’m not loving it — so 2026 is going to be MY year in more ways than one. And hey, why not start a little early? Tonight’s dinner was a simple, super satisfying salad for just 7 points. The protein surprised me though! • Ingham Chicken Chippees – 50g: 4 points • Wholemeal & Quinoa Chicken Tenders (Costco) – 100g: 3 points So tasty, so filling… and such an easy way to ease back into it! . . . #ww #wwbackontrack #weightlossjourney

Well, here I am again… kicking off 2026 by heading back to WW! Why WW?...

Here we are, ten years on, celebrating my 60th with our gorgeous friends Sue and Roby at The Atlantic on Southbank. The food was incredible, the company even better, and honestly… it was filled with laughter. We wandered down to The Left Bank for dessert afterwards and wow, that was an experience all on its own — let’s just say the giggles and comments definitely continued. My heart is full. What a beautiful night with beautiful friends. A huge, heartfelt thank you to Chris for organising it all — you absolute wonderful husband. ♥️ #theatlantic #southbank #melbourne #theleftbank #birthdayweek

Here we are, ten years on, celebrating my 60th with our gorgeous friends Sue and...

Well Perth… you really outdid yourself. I can’t thank Anna and Rod enough for their incredible hospitality, kindness, and friendship. It truly was a week filled with belly laughs, passionate yelling, plenty of love, brainstorming sessions, and so much fun. Oh and let’s not forget the cooking. Anna’s shortbread. Oh wow oh wow oh wow! I got 2 big bags to bring home to Chris @enjoy.theday From fantastic meetings with David from @thelupinco at the East Fremantle Yacht Club, to a beautiful dinner at Mary and Rob’s (Anna’s lovely parents), birthday dinners at the pub, and wandering the night markets sharing ice-cream — every moment was special. The weather spoiled me too. Leaving 40 degrees behind and stepping off the plane into 11 was a bit of a shock! But I did get lucky enough to catch a little rainbow orb from my window seat, which felt like the perfect goodbye. Thank you, Perth. I’ll be back. ✈️✨

Well Perth… you really outdid yourself.

I can’t thank Anna and Rod enough for their...

Don’t you just love it when clients — or friends — ask you to make a cake, even though it’s not your profession? Ask me for a website and I’m all over it. Cakes, though? That’s my guilty pleasure. Alex came to me with zero preconceived ideas and left it completely in my hands. And so, a @funkybatter Cookies & Cream cake came to life, using their incredible Battercream — finished in classic black and white for a proud Collingwood supporter. The family were absolutely over the moon with the result and said it tasted totally delicious! 🎂🖤🤍 I love it when things just work. Thank you @alexmorganpsychicmedium for trusting me with your dad’s beautiful cake. 🎂 #homemadecake #bakedcake #decoratedcake #celebrationcake #funkybatter #funkybattercream #funkybattercake #thethermocouple #birthdaycake #cakepost

Don’t you just love it when clients — or friends — ask you to make...

✨ Grilled Salmon with Burrata & Rocket Salad ✨ Paired with oven baked Zucchini in a Parmesan Crumb – this dinner is as delicious as it looks! Our salmon was coated with a spicy-sweet mix of 1 tbsp steak seasoning + 1 tbsp brown sugar. Press it into the top of each fillet and air fry at 190°C for 10 minutes – the result? Perfectly juicy salmon with a caramelised crust. 😋 For the zucchini: slice into rounds, whisk 1 egg, and in another bowl mix equal parts panko crumbs and Parmesan. Dip each slice into egg, then crumb. Lay in a single layer on a rack and bake at 200°C for 15 minutes, flip, then bake for another 5–7 minutes until golden and crisp. Plate it up with fresh rocket and creamy burrata, drizzle with a touch of olive oil and cracked pepper, and dinner is served! Highly recommended ✨ 💪 Nutritional Info Calories: 594 | Fat: 31g | Carbs: 20g | Protein: 52g #HealthyDinner #AirFryerRecipes #SalmonLovers #CrispyZucchini #TheThermoCouple #HealthyEating #cleaneating #weightloss #healthyweightloss

✨ Grilled Salmon with Burrata & Rocket Salad ✨
Paired with oven baked Zucchini in...

When a lovely client and friend asked me to make a baby shower cake for their son and daughter-in-law, I was so excited! 🎂 Hannah sent through a photo of what she wanted — I tried and tried, but just couldn’t get it right (the joys of home baking!). She told me she’d be happy with a plain white cake… but I thought, no way! So I came up with a new plan — and it worked 🙌 A four-tier White Chocolate Funkybatter Cake with Nutella filling, covered in silky FunkybatterCream, fondant flowers, and a touch of gold leaf ✨ Did it go to plan? Not exactly. Did it turn out beautifully? I think so 💛 Always learning, always creating. . . . #homebaker #funkybatter #funkybattercream #funkybattercake #babycake #babyshowercake #babygirl #delicious #baby #babyshowerparty

When a lovely client and friend asked me to make a baby shower cake for...

A wedding cake crafted with love — three tiers of Funkybatter magic for my darling niece’s most enchanting day. Layers of red velvet, salted caramel, and vanilla silk crème, each one embraced in the signature FB Battercream, like a sweet embrace of celebration. We journeyed (with cake in tow) to Avalon Castle in Cockatoo, Victoria — a fairytale setting hidden away, where the skies blessed us with perfect weather. Lukasz made his grand entrance in a fire truck, and then Caitlin appeared — radiant, glowing, the very vision of a beautiful bride. The day was a dream, woven with joy and love at every turn. Thank you, my dearest Caitlin and Lukasz, for allowing me to create a piece of your story. My heart is so full knowing this cake was shared with everyone in the laughter, love, and magic of your day/night. ✨💒 🍰 . . . #weddingcake #funkybatter #cake #wedding #funkybattercream #funkybattercake #love #homemadecake

A wedding cake crafted with love — three tiers of Funkybatter magic for my darling...

✨ While baking this very special wedding cake for my niece, something extraordinary happened—every single egg I cracked (11) revealed a double yolk. Traditionally, they’re seen as symbols of luck, prosperity, fertility, and beautiful new beginnings. It felt as though a quiet blessing was being folded into the batter, layer by layer. A gentle reminder that love is meant to be shared, and that the sweetest journeys in life are made in pairs. 💛🍰✨ Tomorrow is the big day to put all those layers together. Funky Batter Red Velvet Base, Salted Caramel middle and Vanilla on top! This will be paired in the layers with a vanilla bean silken crème and @kokoblackchocolate dark chocolate shavings. Of course it will be encased in Funkybatters amazing white Buttercream, gold and pearls. #weddingcake #doubleyolk #cakebaking #wedding #baking #cake

✨ While baking this very special wedding cake for my niece, something extraordinary happened—every single...

The last of our holiday in Bali. The joyous snap shots that made our holiday special. Special places, people and time together. Was it worth it. Hell yeah. Happy Birthday Chris is something I never want to hear again until his next birthday. IT IS FINISHED!! 🤣 To the SSBD crew - THANK YOU for a memorable fun, relaxing holiday!! If you’re bored and want to see more of our holiday, head to our website and see the video and read all about it. https://youtu.be/jS1yyBnrUaM?feature=shared #bali #seminyak #sanur #ssbd #holidays #memories #unforgettable ♥️

The last of our holiday in Bali. The joyous snap shots that made our holiday...

4am - 190ml of rain last night in Seminyak Bali last night. The storm was...

Today, a sweet surprise was delivered to my daughter’s workplace for a special colleague’s birthday. The little piggies on top were a playful secret between them. 🐷💖 The cupcakes? FunkyBatter’s pistachio batter paired with @funkybatter dreamy FluffCrème. Oh. My. Goodness. I think I’ve just found my new all-time favourite flavour combo—and judging by the empty box, everyone else agreed. Absolutely amazing! 🤩 #funkybatter #funkybattercake #funkybattercream #cupcakes #piggycupcakes #homemade

Today, a sweet surprise was delivered to my daughter’s workplace for a special colleague’s birthday....

Spent our Saturday exploring the city again — and what a day! We kicked things off with drinks at @bearbrassbar (highly recommend the elderflower & basil spritz — seriously the best), then made our way to dinner at @thegnocchiproject. If you haven’t been yet, do yourself a favour and check it out. Absolutely delicious. The city was buzzing — packed with people, good vibes everywhere. We wandered through the streets soaking it all in before heading to a spot that’s been on our list for a while: @kumo_au. And wow — it did not disappoint. We only had to queue for a short time, then we were in and treated to the most incredible dessert bar. The staff were so lovely — genuinely enjoying what they do, which made the experience even better. And the pancakes? No words. Just amazing. Afterwards, we took a stroll to walk off all the food. As we passed St Francis Catholic Church, we noticed a black crow perched quietly, just enjoying the night. A bit unexpected, but kind of magical. We wrapped things up wandering along Southbank back to the car, feeling full, happy, and grateful for such a great night out

Spent our Saturday exploring the city again — and what a day! We kicked things...

We had a delicious dinner tonight, courtesy of @recipe_tin's Creamy Fish on Potatoes recipe by Nagi! 😋 Our Thermomix cookware allowed for easy one-pan cooking. The meal's creamy and crunchy elements complemented each other perfectly. We paired it with steamed vegetables, a classic favourite. Highly recommended! To make it my own, I reduced the butter, opted for light cream, and used half the EVOO. The meal's total calorie count was 467.

We had a delicious dinner tonight, courtesy of @recipe_tin's Creamy Fish on Potatoes recipe by...

A 3 year old's dream birthday unfolded yesterday, complete with a Paw Patrol cake, a cool new 4x4 ride on, and wonderful presents 🎁 friends and family. Happy Birthday darling Ivy. So glad you had a wonderful day ♥️♥️♥️ ** We’ve removed photos to help protect our grandchildren’s privacy and keep them safe.

A 3 year old's dream birthday unfolded yesterday, complete with a Paw Patrol cake, a...

✨ Dinner tonight was a winner! ✨ We made Jamie Oliver’s Fantastic Fish Pie 🐟🥧 and it did not disappoint. Creamy, comforting, and full of flavour — this dish instantly took me back to childhood memories of Mum’s salmon kedgeree 💛 There’s something so nostalgic about a fish pie — the crispy golden top, the rich filling, the feeling of being wrapped in a warm food hug. Just what you need on a cold winters night. If you’re craving comfort food that hits the spot, this is it. Thanks Jamie — you’ve done it again! 👏 Calories: 257 T. Carbs 16g, Protein 30g, Fat 7g I did use cooking cream, not double cream and cut back on the cheese but could I tell the difference-NO! https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/fish/fantastic-fish-pie/ . . . #FishPie #JamieOliverRecipe #ComfortFood #HomeCooking #FoodNostalgia #DinnerInspo #FoodieFavourites #FamilyFavourites #winterwarmingmeals

✨ Dinner tonight was a winner! ✨ We made Jamie Oliver’s Fantastic Fish Pie 🐟🥧...

Tonight's dinner was a real treat! I used RecipeTinEats' fish seasoning on my flathead and it was love at first bite! 🤤 265 calories of pure yumminess. Search 'fish seasoning' and give it a try! . . . . #recipes #foodie #easyrecipes #homemade #delicious #foodphotography #instafood #foodblogger #healthyfood #recipeoftheday #foodlover #foodblogger #diet #food #instafood #yummy #cook #recipeoftheday #foodstagram #tasty #dinner #healthyeating #healthy #Easycooking #foodlover #food #yum

Tonight's dinner was a real treat! I used RecipeTinEats' fish seasoning on my flathead and...

Our Culinary Adventure

Sue and Chris, the heart and soul behind The ThermoCouple, have always been passionate about creating delightful meals with the Thermomix. Their journey began with a simple love for cooking and has blossomed into a mission to inspire others to embrace healthy, sustainable eating habits. Through their innovative recipes and cooking tips, they aim to make meal preparation a joyous and fulfilling experience for everyone.

At The ThermoCouple, we believe that cooking should be fun, accessible, and rewarding. Our story is one of passion, creativity, and a shared love for the Thermomix. Sue is dedicated to sharing their culinary expertise (haha) and helping others discover the joys of cooking and baking with this incredible kitchen tool and others. Join us as we explore new flavours, create lasting memories, and build a community of food enthusiasts.