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Michelle Power
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Green Beans with Brown Butter, Wild Mushrooms and Walnuts
Thanksgiving has crept up rather quickly this year. Here I was thinking I that I had another two weeks to decide on my Thanksgiving menu but no, the big event is next Thursday – and I haven’t even contemplated how … Continue reading
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Summer Squash Gratin with Salsa Verde & Gruyere
Here is another gem from the master of taste sensations; Suzanne Goin. Suzanne has the ability of turning the plainest of ingredients (and squash is certainly one of those) into absolutely mouth watering dishes that people will keep picking at … Continue reading
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Burrata With Shredded Sugar Snap Pea and Crispy Shiitake Salad
Here is another perfect salad for nibbling – whether it be lunch, dinner or a late supper. I can see myself crisping the Shiitake’s with a glass of champagne in hand – Mr Man and I may have just got … Continue reading
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Summer Salad (Sweet Corn, Tomato & Avocado with Cilantro)
I love the 4th of July holiday – it seems to be the most comparible national holiday to Australia Day, with every one heading to the beach to celebrate or lighting up a grill in their backyard. In the … Continue reading
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Roast Asparagus Salad with Sour Cream and Chive Dressing
Here is something that might tickle your fancy – being that asparagus is only in season for a few more weeks. It is the epitome of a good salad; simple, fast and fresh with a killer dressing. Consider a blend of … Continue reading
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French Onion Soup
It’s raining cats and dogs here in New York City and all I can think about is French Onion Soup. For no reason. other than I think it is the perfect thing to have on such a ‘stay inside and … Continue reading
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Fattoush
I know it has been a while and I have no excuses other than I have been busy, busy, busy with my daughters’ Spring Benefit – it was all-encompasing but very gratifying and totally worth it. I decided to ease my … Continue reading
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Sesame King Prawn Toasts
There are two types of Chinese food in my world; good & greasy and then there is exotic – each has a time and place. I have been lucky enough to find a chef that does both incredibly well and … Continue reading
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Swiss Chard Tart with Goats Cheese, Currants & Pine Nuts
The other day some one asked me what my favourite recipes were – amongst my list of about 20 was the Hazelnut & Brown Butter Cake, created by Suzanne Goin. It prompted me to open up her book, Sunday Suppers … Continue reading
Fresh Chevre with Tomato Sugo & Toasted Pide
There is almost nothing better than getting home from a night out and having a late night supper to finish off the evening. A little amuse bouche; some freshly shucked oysters, foie gras on some toast or something quickly whipped up … Continue reading
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