It's heating up here, in Perth. We are wearing shorts around the place.The winter legs are out to start their summer glow. Gym visits are more regular, laundry dries quickly on the line. There are new herbs in our little balcony garden; basil, mint, thyme and parsley. I sneezed a dozen times planting them, hay fever - eek!

There are also strawberries abound in our fridge. My man made a smoothie - all strawberry, citrus and gingery goodness. It isn't my thing strawberries and citrus, but I'm nice and like to share. (Plus he said it was yummy!) So, here's the recipe for you to start your week with - Happy Monday!

Strawberry Zing Smoothie

Serves two strawberry lovers, or four mini strawberry lovers :)

2 cups fresh strawberries, greens removed, washed

3 small pieces of crystalised ginger

1 large slurp (about 1/3 cup) orange juice

4 ice blocks, add more for a thicker smoothie

Add all ingredients into blender. Pulse until smooth. Pour into glass and drink!