If there’s something I am always on the lookout for, it’s low-effort but high-impact dishes for entertaining. I love serving something homemade that feels a little unique and special. But just because it looks beautiful on the plate, it doesn’t mean that it was complicated or time consuming to make. This Whipped Ricotta Dip with Roasted Balsamic Cherries is a … Read More
Spiced Maple Candied Cashews (Vegan)
These Spiced Maple Candied Cashews are perfect for popping into jars as homemade Christmas gifts, adding to a grazing board, or just keeping on hand for snacking. They’re crunchy and sweet, with a blend of cozy Christmas spices and a hint of salt. But fair warning – they are dangerously moreish! Oh, and they make the house smell amazing as … Read More
Veal and Chorizo Sausage Roll
A long time ago, in (what feels like) a galaxy far, far away, I was a designer for a hospitality group in Sydney. My favourite venue was Gazebo Wine Garden in Elizabeth Bay. I loved the vibe and almost everything on the menu was phenomenal. There were a few dishes that I have always wanted to try my hand at … Read More
Crumbed Feta with Roasted Grapes and Honey
I had to dig out a cardigan the other night, so autumn must be on the way here in Sydney. This is actually my favourite time of year. I love going out for a walk when the morning air is crisp and cool, but warms up into a beautiful sunny day. Plus, I loooove cardigans. The change of seasons always … Read More
Strawberry Balsamic Hand Pies
You know when you meet someone for the first time, and you just immediately know you will be friends? With my current housemate K, I somehow just knew even before we had actually met. A strange set of circumstances led me to move in while she was overseas, and I wouldn’t actually meet her until a few days later. But … Read More
Pulled Pork Empanadas with Peach BBQ Sauce
I hope everyone had a lovely Christmas! Mine was wonderful, spent catching up with relatives (plus some visitors from Brisbane) over a big family lunch and lots (and lots and lots) of great food. If you follow me on Twitter or Instagram you might have seen pictures of the epic Berry Trifle I made for the occasion, which literally vanished … Read More
Bite Size
With October all but over, we are now well on our way to the festive season. Melbourne Cup is next week, the Christmas decorations are up in all the shops, and we’ve already started doing artwork for New Years Eve at work. I’ve got no idea where the year went, but I can’t really complain, because this means cocktail parties, … Read More