When I think about fresh produce in Western Australia my thoughts immediately centre on the South West region. It’s where I’ve lived and worked most of my adult life however this small part of…
Easter is a Spring event in the northern hemisphere but here in the southern hemisphere, we’re surrounded by falling leaves, apples, quinces, figs and pumpkins. Like a good pumpkin scone, the addition of sweet…
Caponata is a traditional Sicilian eggplant dish. Similar to the French ratatouille, this late summer vegetable stew is packed with flavour and wonderful served warm or cold. Generally the eggplant is fried, but I…
Savoury quick-breads are an easy throw-together snack or accompaniment to a picnic spread, to serve alongside soup, as alternative to sweet scones or as an easy car snack. The inclusion of hemp seeds bolsters…
I’ve never been one for smoothies. It always seemed like a wasted opportunity to eat. I do get the convenience factor though and on these stonking hot days, an icy banana smoothie slides back…
Rhubarb, I know, is not everyone’s favourite but its natural sourness helps to balance the sweetness when baked in puddings, cakes or muffins. This easy muffin recipe also includes the healthy goodness of rye…
Commissioned to celebrate the Pink Lady™ Apple, this simple recipe with deliciously comforting results is kind of child’s place. Superb as a special breakfast treat or afternoon tea, the apple rings cooked in the…