Author Archives: Michelle
Balsamic Strawberries with Basil
Here is one of the easiest desserts I have ever made, and with the stream of visitors we have at the moment that is a good thing – it is also perfect for these sultry Summer evenings without even the merest whisper … Continue reading
Chocolate Toblerone Muffins
I have to admit that once Summer comes I tend to steer clear of chocolate – for no reason other than I associate it with the cooler months and comforts found in open fires, grilled cheese sandwiches and full … Continue reading
Cucumber and Yogurt Soup with Lobster Tail Salad
When soup and salad gets packaged together it usually isn’t in such an elegant way. But this soup & salad combo has it all – a delightfully refreshing base that allows the equally refreshing and lightly herbed lobster tail … Continue reading
Posted in Seafood, Soups, Vegetarian
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Burnt Fig Semi Freddo
Lately I have had a hankering for my most favourite icecream – the Maggie Beer Burnt Fig, Caramel and Honeycomb Ice Cream. It was in my search for a US supplier of this sweet confection that I stumbled upon … Continue reading
Posted in Desserts, Frozen Treats, Fruit
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Roast Tomatoes with Raisins and Feta
It was many years ago that I used to entertain regularly (and I mean almost every weekend), so no matter how big or how small the occasion was, whether it was breakfast, lunch, brunch or dinner – I found myself … Continue reading
Posted in Salads, Sides, Starters, Vegetables, Vegetarian
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Honey & Lemon Glazed Roast Chicken
There is something quite special about a home cooked roast chicken and being so simple and tasty, it one of my all time favourite dishes. It is also a very romantic meal, being found on many a Valentines Day menu … Continue reading
Posted in Mains, Poultry
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Almond, Elderflower & Lime Travel Cakes
These little travel cakes are just the sweetest things and perfect for your Summer (or Winter) picnics. Aside from the strong almond flavour, the elderflower liquor gives them a nice fruity and almost floral taste, not to be outdone by … Continue reading
Posted in Cakes, Desserts, Morning Teas/High Teas, Picnic Food
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Cherry Pie
There is something very charming about a Cherry Pie, the mere mention of one has me conjuering up images of a pie cooling on a windowsill in some idyllic country setting with a couple of swallows or bluebirds flying around … Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Desserts, Fruit, Tarts/Flans/Quiches/Pies
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Zucchini & Dill Fritters
Here is something I bet you didn’t know about your humble and earthy zucchini – it is actually an immature fruit, being the swollen ovary of the zucchini flower. And I thought I knew everything there was to know about … Continue reading
Posted in Nibbles & hors d'oeuvres, Picnic Food, Starters, Vegetables, Vegetarian
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