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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

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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)

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  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

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 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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Fattoush

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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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Swiss Chard Tart with Goats Cheese, Currants & Pine Nuts

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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

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Baked Eggplant, Pine Nut & Gruyere Moussaka

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  I recently re-connected with my old friend Roberta, I was happy (but not surprised) to see she was running the Sydney Seafood School (superbly) and deeply entrenched in the food industry with two books under her belt and a host … Continue reading

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Pear, Arugula and Stilton Salad with White Balsmaic Vinaigrette

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I love a salad with cheese and it is usually goats cheese that gets my attention. However, in this instance it’s the addition of a wonderfully pungent Stilton that makes this combination of pears and arugula a winning one. The … Continue reading

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Creamed Spinach (Goop)

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Spinach – naturally my interest was sparked; with Parmesan and Creme Fraiche – I love them both; a dish created by Fergus Henderson – SOLD! Fergus Henderson is the creator of The Most Decadent Chocolate Ice Cream EVER and a … Continue reading

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