9 January 2014
Spiced tomato and cherry chutney
I’m inherently British, I was born there and my family like to upkeep many British traditions, a big turkey roast at Christmas (despite the 40c heat), tea is (...)
24 October 2014
Raspberry almond and coconut friand
Words have failed me recently. Lost. I had paused waiting for my muse to come back. It has been a long pause. Recipes and images have been flowing just the (...)
28 June 2015
Mandarin and Thyme Curd
The rain had set in with drizzly determination. The kind of rain that threatens the spirit, dampening more than just the land, the kind that sends even the (...)
5 July 2013
Hazelnut and rose flourless dark chocolate brownies
There are some flavours that are made for each other, and Hazelnut, rose and dark chocolate certainly are one of those combinations. I have contributed a (...)
27 June 2014
Chocolate mousse brownie stack
Chocolate, it seems to be the theme running through my posts lately. And this post is no different. But my excuse, winter and the need to wrap myself in warmth (...)
11 January 2014
Raspberry and Verbena Iced Tea
It’s well into summer here in the southern Hemisphere. Long hot humid days are upon us. Days perfect for nothing more than cool water swimming and ice cold (...)
27 February 2014
Pear and almond frangipane tart
When Sunday rolls around (often with a simple bink of an eye) I make my morning commute into The Valley. A stunning tree lined, farm strewn, creek lined, (...)
14 November 2013
Mini chocolate meringue snack with egg whites
I often find I have 2 egg whites left over from recipes. (these were from my chocolate mousse) I could save them up in the freezer until I had enough to make a (...)
15 October 2015
Sweet potato brownie
I have words, many words of affirmation I could say about these brownies. It is a recipe that ticks every box. Healthy, lunchbox friendly, delicious and quite (...)
19 February 2014
Baked Passionfruit Cheesecake
I love those deserts that are created from the reminiscence of the back of the fridge. Fruit that has been long forgotten or given. Cheese hidden as though (...)
2 February 2017
Gluten and dairy free chocolate Lamingtons
A Gluten free and Dairy free chocolate Lamington recipe. Continue reading →
22 July 2015
Potato leek and cashew velouté
Lorraine, the beautiful ex ballerina, petite and graceful whose skills in the kitchen shone through in the classics she made. It was Lorraine that introduced (...)
17 May 2013
Raw cacao tahini truffles for food revolution day
Today is Food Revolution Day. Founded by non other than Mr. Jamie Oliver, supported by his many and impressive friends, contacts and colleagues. The aim of (...)
4 August 2014
Banana, linseed, and chia bread
I have wandered and my heart is happy. To a hidden gem surrounded by the sea. A week full of stunning daily sunrises and sunsets, of mud flats to explore and (...)
12 June 2014
Tahini and cacao truffles nut free gluten free dairy free
The joy that is felt when you find a super healthy food that a 4 year old will eat happily at any time of day (or night) is only one a mum would get. It’s not (...)
6 November 2014
Raw carrot cake bliss ball
The promise of a storm, the first of the season is darkening the skies as I sit here in a moments quiet with my 2 babes asleep, breathing heavily nearby. There (...)
27 July 2013
Mini raspberry cheesecakes
A quick post for some indulgent weekend baking. Cheesecake always freaked me out as a kid. There was something about having cheese for dessert that just didn’t (...)
11 November 2013
Chocolate mousse with creme de cacao blanc
Sometimes you just want rich indulgence. A moment where guilt does not apply. That my friends is exactly what this dessert gives you. Rich, bold and (...)
3 March 2013
Besan flour and why i love it plus a chocolate mud cake
The humble chickpea, is one old middle eastern legume. 7500 years old infact, and has been traveling the world for a great portion of that time under different (...)
26 October 2015
Purple carrot, strawberry, watermelon and lime smoothie
A smoothie we have been loving in our house lately. Purple carrots add not only an amazing hue to the smoothie but a great “sweetness”. I’m a veggie girl so it (...)
5 February 2016
Chewy chocolate chip biscuits gluten and dairy free
One of the ways I show love to my family is via my kitchen. I find joy in preparing food for them to delight and nourish. There is satisfaction to be found in (...)
26 April 2014
Raspberry frangipane and apple compote anzac crumble
ANZAC day has just past here in Australia. It’s a day for Australia and New Zealand to pay respect to the service men and women of both past and present. To (...)
29 April 2013
Deconstructed lemon meringue pie
I love a deconstructed dessert. They save time and hassle, but often present amazingly. In a glass, on a plate or in a jar, it doesn’t seem to matter, they (...)
17 April 2013
Little roasted beetroot and dark chocolate cakes
The beetroots were perfect at the farmers markets this week. Perfectly round, deep and rich in colour and at a great price. I couldn’t refuse. Instantly I knew (...)
