Monthly archive August, 2011

Persian love cake
Very occasionally the stars align to allow me a quiet weekday morning in the kitchen. People were off to school and work, and I was home with my youngest small person. It was cold and rainy, the kitchen was tidy, and there was produce lurking about – perfect baking conditions....READ ON»

Syrian chicken with ginger, lemon & saffron
My secret recipe love affair with Karen Martini continues…well it’s not so secret really. And from all the food blogs I read – it seems I am not alone. Anyway back to the recipe. It was cooked for me earlier in the year when I was in Melbourne, and I...READ ON»

A beautiful minestrone
I’ve not been on my blog much in the past few weeks (sorry blog). And sorry to those who read it. My family and I have had winter bugs – in various shapes and blobby sizes. Nothing serious – just enough to make everything stop for a while. The bug...READ ON»

Brown rice for breakfast
After nearly 2 years of being on the Coeliac diet, I’ve nearly accepted life without sour dough and vegemite for breakfast. I say nearly – as the craving isn’t quite gone. It may never completely go, but what helps keep the craving at bay, is – bizarrely – brown rice....READ ON»

Lookbook cookbook
I came across lookbook cookbook today (via design crush) and loved it. A site that combines fashion and food! Specifically gluten free, meat free and vegan food. I’ve yet to try any recipes but am planning to. It sure looks pretty…..READ ON»