Theres no way I could have done E without the humble, little egg. I was gifted some beautiful home-laid eggs from my dear friends Nick and Anastasia, in return I will be conjuring up some all natural gripe water for their newest little babe. I love it when friends swap services, produce and homemade things….
Category: FOOD
D is for .. dhal – spiced red lentil dhal with chickpeas and spinach
Dhal is a staple food in Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi, Nepalese and Indian cuisines. It is one of the most beautiful global comfort foods known – it’s deliciously spiced and complex but warming, soothing and satisfying all at the same time. Dhal is usually served as a side-dish, but I’ve been known, on more than…
forage paleo granola by Forage Cereal, Damian Kristof ++ GIVEAWAY
I’m gonna lay it out straight for y’all .. I don’t like cereal .. I never really have .. I also don’t like milk .. which now I think about it, is probably why I don’t like cereal. Parker and Bart, love cereal .. but I tend not to buy it due to the amount…
c is for … croque madame – decadent croque madame with spinach and artichoke
Ahhhh croque madame – the wicked sister to the oh-so-famous croque monsieur — the toasted sandwich to rival them all. She’s all about layers, texture and a classy richnesses that rivals all others. Miss Croque Madame is a French classic that is traditionally served in cafes and bistros as a brunch item or snack. She…
B is for .. boeuf bourguignon- beef braised in red wine
-There is something really beautiful about traditional classics. I often think that with classic dishes it about simplicity but the appreciation for flavour.. Maybe it’s a chef thing ? But there’s also that intoxicating smell when dishes that have been cooking for hours fill up your home.. it brews anticipation and appreciation for the final…
a is for .. apple pie – spiced apple pie jaffles
Homemade apple pie is an old school dessert favourite. Crispy pastry, with a filling that conjures up feelings of warmth and comfort. Seeings as we don’t have an operational oven at the moment, I am forced to seek other methods of ‘baking’ or making desserts. After much hesitation and doubt, I gathered the courage and…
the A to Z .. of modern classics series
Starting tomorrow, I will be posting every now and then with an A-Z of modern classics. These are dishes that are either in your repertoire, classics you know and love, or recipes you just know of but haven’t got around to cooking yet! Some of the recipes will have fun, quirky and modern spins on…
ginger-chicken udon soup
Not only is this recipe kid-approved, but it’s also man-approved. A quick an easy mid-week meal using poached chicken and Asian broth! Packed with veggies and the nutritional benefits of homemade stock, this quick and easy weeknight meal is perfect for busy weeks and long days. Plus.. who doesn’t love a noodle? The addition of…
asian style white poached chicken
I’ve been mixing things up lately in our kitchen. I don’t know about you, but I go thru phases of cuisines; one week it’s a Mexican vibe, the next week its a Spanish flavour fiesta, this week it’s all about the Asian flavours. Whole free-range chooks were on special this week at my local grocers….
loaded toast featuring the cult favourites: smashed avocado, cottage cheese & rye bread
I’ve been eating this the last few mornings before Uni; it’s filling, healthy, not too heavy and not boring. What’s not to love? Featuring all the cult favourites: rye, cottage cheese, smashed avocado, dukkah za’atar, tomato, leaves and EVOO. Booooom! Beautiful, colourful breakfast at your fingertips.. who said brekky had to be boring? Loaded Toast…
mexican rice bowl
To say we like Mexican cuisine in this house is a gross understatement. Tacos, nachos, chilli, burritos, enchiladas, guacamole, quesadillas .. all of it, we loooove it. This Mexican rice bowl is an easy, delicious way to use up leftovers from the Mexican feast the night before or for meal preparation for a busy week…
slow cooked ginger ale corned beef
Nothing like what your grandmother makes! Looks ordinary.. but tastes uniquely extrordinary.. This is a twisty fantastic recipe on a all time classic. I saw something pop up on my Pinterest feed the other week, and after some deliberation and adjustments out came this beauty of a recipe. I know people who only cook corned…
