It’s cold, wet and wintry – definitely crumble weather! When I’m making a crumble I can never go past rhubarb. I love the tartness of rhubarb and it pairs beautifully with other fruits and berries. My favourite combination is rhubarb and raspberry. I go to Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm in Main Ridge for my berries […]
A berry nice dessert: Fruit and rhubarb team nicely for a crumbly winter treat Read More »
It’s really interesting to see how we’ve come full circle with the cuts of meat we use. Cheaper cuts that were once shunned for special occasions are now sought after as we return to old school cooking techniques. Braising and slow roasting is well and truly back in favour and home cooks are asking their
We were lucky to have a beautiful sunny afternoon so could serve the canapés on the platform at Moorooduc station before boarding the train. Once on board our guests enjoyed bento boxes filled with more truffle treats including three cheese and black truffle tart, truffled liver parfait, a truffled mac and cheese croquette and some
We all love a Farmer’s Market. But have any of you tried a food swap? I think it might be my new favourite way to source fantastic, fresh produce grown right here on the Mornington Peninsula. I went to one the other day in Pearcedale and came home with the most amazing ingredients including dehydrated
Surprising find at Farmer’s Market: try this Jerusalem artichoke soup recipe Read More »
I’m thrilled to announce that my new 100 mile foodie cooking school is almost complete with the finishing touches to be added over the coming weeks. Over the next week, we have meetings with kitchen design and plasterer, the internal frame will be completed while window and door designs will be ordered. I’m hoping to
School’s (almost) in: New 100 mile foodie cooking school taking shape Read More »
When it comes to pinot noir we’re certainly spoilt for choice on the Mornington Peninsula. It’s one of my favourite wines to drink, and to cook with! I especially like combining it with my favourite autumn fruit – pears. These Spiced Pinot Pears are easy to make and are decadent enough to be served simply
More autumn fruit ideas: Pinot and pears make a tasty pairing Read More »
You probably all know by now how much I love to collaborate! This autumn I have been working with one of my favourite Mornington Peninsula producers Sally Matt (pictured, right, with me) on a series of special lunches. Sally and her husband Eddie run Hillock Downs where they breed and raise the most spectacular beef.
The Chef and the Farmer’s Wife: Launching my new series of special lunches Read More »
Poached pears take me to my happy place. My love affair with the autumnal fruit began when I was pregnant with my son, Hamish. I craved tinned fruit in natural juice, especially pears. I remember thinking it was such a funny thing to want, but at least it was healthy! Hamish is well and truly
I’m delighted to announce my latest event after our highly successful Melbourne Food and Wine Festival event. I’ll be hosting the first ever running of the Mornington Peninsula Winter Wine and Truffle Train, running from Moorooduc Station on Saturday, June 9 as part of the Queen’s Birthday long weekend and the 2018 Truffle Melbourne Festival.
