Birthday Parties
Parties can be one of the biggest challenges parents face when trying to keep kids diets healthy. There seems to be a party almost every weekend and when it comes to party foods most of them are packed with colours, flavours, preservatives and flavour enhancers. Kids can take all week to recover and get the additives out of their system, just in time for the next party binge.
A quote from a Happy Hopper Customer
"I am so grateful that you are producing these wonderful products. It is great to see a business making a difference and producing what I believe all companies should be striving for, a product which is safe and natural for our children. Thank you again, we are looking forward to many delicious treats and I hope I can share these products with all the families I know." Nadine
No one wants a boring party and there are plenty of ways to have fun with foods that don’t include additives. Here are a few ideas that are guaranteed to please both kids and parents.
Lollies
Natural confectionary company lollies
Drinks
Unfortunately the Natural Confectionary Company’s soft drink range has been discontinued, look for Schweppes Lemonade without preservatives or for a healthier alternative try all natural fruit juices or organic cordial mixed with water or soda water. Mix with Hopper Natural Colours for an extra fun treat.
Chips
Plain not flavoured, check for antioxidants in the oils, Lays and Arnotts, Kettle, Smiths and Red Rock Deli are ok as are Ajitas Vege Chips.
Popcorn
Pop your own and add a little melted butter and sea salt.
Fairy Bread
Yes it is possible!!! Hopper Natural Colours and Spinkles have a great range of colours and sizes and they don’t contain artificial colours or flavours.
Jelly
Coles Brand naturally coloured & flavoured.
Sausage Rolls
Make your own using fresh mince or organic sausages and puffed pastry, Pampas Butter Puff Pasty is free from additives.
Other ideas
Most hot chips contain preservatives; look for Logans Farm Guilt Free Fries.
Ice Blocks - Nestle Peters Icy Pole and Frosty Fruits, Streets Paddle Pop Moo and Mini Milks and Fruits.
The Cake - Use cooking chocolate and cocoa for flavour and colour as well as fruit purees blended with icing for decoration. Natural liquorice, white marshmallows and lollies (as mentioned above) can bring your creation to life.
Party Food Disclaimer - Please note these foods are suggestions to substitute party foods that would normally contain additives. Some of them are ‘empty snacks’ and not recommended for regular healthy snacking.
Healthy Party Co’s
If you have any other additive free party food ideas or know of any party venues that offer healthy alternatives we would love to hear from you. Birthday Cakes - if you want some help with an all natural birthday cake we have some suggestions for Melbourne and Adelaide
Happy Little Tummies - Melbourne VIC
Happy Little Tummies specialise in fun birthday cakes, cupcakes and other party treats you can serve your kids and friends with confidence. They use certified organic ingredients and Hopper Natural Colours, and of course no preservatives or other chemicals. www.happylittletummies.com.au
Sweet Desires
Welcome to Sweet Desires ... we're just finishing up a fabulous website for you to browse our comprehensive range of party supplies, cakes and all things sweet! We make all our cakes using natural colours and sprinkles. www.sweetdesiresparties.com.au
Other resources
Another great resource is a book called Lets Party Additive Free. You can find it at www.letspartyadditivefree.com