Hi, I’m Ruth — a mum over 50 sharing my passion for home, cooking, and simple living.

Here you’ll find easy, delicious recipes, home refresh ideas, and everyday lifestyle inspiration to help you create a cozy, joyful, and beautiful life. Whether you’re retired, working, or somewhere in between, my channel is all about finding balance, flavor, and comfort in every season of life.

Join me each week for warm, real-life content that celebrates home, food, and living well after 50.

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Ruth Govender

R100 Checkers Grocery Challenge | Can I Feed a Family of 4 on a Budget?

Join me on this fun R100 grocery challenge at Checkers where I prepare a delicious family meal for four using only what I bought for under R100!

In this video, you’ll see my full Checkers grocery haul, meal prep tips, and how I turn simple, affordable ingredients into a wholesome dinner that everyone will enjoy. 💚

If you enjoy budget cooking, money-saving meal ideas, or grocery challenges, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more!

#CheckersChallenge #BudgetMeals #R100MealChallenge #FamilyDinner

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 3

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A Simple and Delicious Savoury Rice Recipe

Looking for a quick, flavour-packed rice dish? This Simple and Delicious Savoury Rice Recipe is the perfect meal for lunch, dinner, or as a hearty side! Made with fluffy cooked rice, vibrant vegetables, aromatic spices, and your choice of chicken or vegetable stock, this easy one-pot dish is both comforting and full of flavour.

In this video, I’ll walk you through how to make savoury rice from scratch using everyday ingredients like mushrooms, red bell pepper, frozen peas and carrots, and bold spices like cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced cook, this rice recipe is guaranteed to be a hit.

1 month ago | [YT] | 5

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A quick, rich, and spicy lamb curry that doesn’t skimp on flavor?
https://youtu.be/s7Xh806GR60

This easy Durban-style lamb curry is your go-to recipe! Made in just 15 minutes (plus simmer time for potatoes), it’s perfect for those craving bold, comforting South African flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.

#DurbanLambCurry #MuttonCurryRecipe #SouthAfricanFood

1 month ago (edited) | [YT] | 9

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A quick, easy, and budget-friendly meal? https://youtu.be/vnc07f62AcA
This creamy butter bean curry is your new go-to!
Packed with plant-based protein, rich flavors, and ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or just trying to eat healthier, this simple curry recipe hits all the right notes.

2 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 30

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Looking for a quick, flavour-packed rice dish?
https://youtu.be/6zcTgQj9Xr8
This Simple and Delicious Savoury Rice Recipe is the perfect meal for lunch, dinner, or as a hearty side! Made with fluffy cooked rice, vibrant vegetables, aromatic spices, and your choice of chicken or vegetable stock, this easy one-pot dish is both comforting and full of flavour.

2 months ago | [YT] | 8

Ruth Govender

Hi everyone,
I’ve decided to take a short break from creating content. Lately, I’ve been feeling the weight of constant output, and I’ve realized that in order to keep creating with love and purpose, I need to give myself time to rest and reset.

As content creators, we often push through burnout without even noticing, but the truth is, rest is not a weakness — it’s a necessity. Taking this time is about protecting my creativity, my mental health, and reconnecting with the “why” behind what I do.

Thank you for your continued support, patience, and kindness. I’m so grateful for this community, and I’ll be back soon — with a full heart and fresh inspiration.

With love,
Ruth 💙

2 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 42

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Looking for a comforting, traditional dessert that’s simple to make :
https://youtu.be/18FUp_wvBS8

This old-fashioned bread and butter pudding is a timeless classic made with just a few pantry staples: bread, milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla.

#breadandbutterpudding
#oldfashioneddessert #easybaking

3 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 10

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“You have something to say—and someone out there is waiting to hear it.”
Your voice, your story, your perspective—they matter. There is someone out there who will feel less alone because you chose to speak up. Even when it feels like no one is watching, trust that the right people will find you in time. Keep talking. You’re being heard more than you know.
#youtubegrowth #youtubejourney

4 months ago | [YT] | 25

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“Perseverance beats perfection. Done is better than perfect.”
Waiting for the “perfect” video often leads to no video at all. Just post it. The effort you make today matters more than the flawless idea you never release. The more you do, the better you get. Your progress is built on action, not perfectionism.
Have a great weekend!
Ruth xx
#growonYouTube
#YouTubeMotivation
#creatorMindset
#creatormotivation

4 months ago | [YT] | 3

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Community Love 🌷
To all of you in this beautiful community — thank you so much for being here. Your support, encouragement, and kindness truly mean the world to me.
Let’s keep showing up, sharing, and lifting each other up — one step at a time. 💖
Grateful for every single one of you.
Ruth xx

4 months ago | [YT] | 15