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Chocolate Brownie Cookies
As far as chocolate cookies are concerned, these contenders are a heavyweight – with the chocolate content in one batch weighing in at just under 2 pounds. Despite this, they are not overly dense or fudgy in texture, just perfectly … Continue reading
Pear & Frangipane Tart
A couple of years ago when we went to Paris, we stayed in a little apartment in the Marais that sat very near to a host of excellent patisseries. Every afternoon, Mr Man would go out and shop for our afternoon treat, and … Continue reading
Ricotta & Sage Meatballs
I have given up on pre -dinner snacks in our household, usually because dinner is such a big event – as is dessert. So I do not expect people to eat anything, aside from a few olives or spiced nuts, before they make … Continue reading
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Fruit Tart
I think fruit tarts are mesmerising. They are the item that catches my eye at every bakery counter, the fruit so perfectly (or in my case, not perfectly) arranged, glistening in glaze and so full of gorgeous colour. They are … Continue reading
Cherry Clafoutis
It’s cherry time again and every day we are scrubbing deep, red stains off our fingers (the table and even the walls and doors) – they are plump and juicy and so full of flavour. This particular dish seemed to be featured on amost … 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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Flinders Mixed Berry Muffins
About a year and a half ago, on a rainy day in Flinders (Victoria, Australia), I found myself taking shelter in a local coffee shop. It was on this day I ate the best mixed berry muffins I have ever … 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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Walnut Cake
I haven’t been around much have I? I feel terrible but I have been busy with the girls and their schools. On top of that I have being making a valiant effort to cook a little healthier and the couple … Continue reading
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
