There are many things to consider when planning to have a Ham for Christmas or any other special event.. How many people are you feeding? What other meat will you serve? Do you want the Ham hot or cold or warm? Will a big enough ham fit in your oven (or BBQ)? Do you have … More Glazed Ham
As much as we like to eat a variety of food at Christmas we also need to ensure that there is something to wash it all down with. Catering to the needs and preferences of your guests (young and old, drinkers and non drinkers), factoring in the time of day (breakfast, lunch, dinner, supper), being aware … More Preparing the cellar for Christmas
Okonomiyaki (お好み焼き o-konomi-yaki?) is a Japanese savoury pancake containing a variety of ingredients. The name is derived from the word okonomi, meaning “what you like” or “what you want”, and yaki meaning “grilled” or “cooked”. Okonomiyaki is mainly associated with the Kansai or Hiroshima areas of Japan, but is widely available throughout the country. Toppings and … More Okonomiyaki
No real story with this one…I like Hummus and that is a good reason to share a favorite recipe. Enjoy!! 1 large head garlic (or 2 medium sized) 2 ½ Tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 cans chick peas, (400 gram) drained 3 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice 3 Tablespoons Tahini – I am using the Black Tahini … More Roasted Garlic Hummus
Had a planned catch-up with a group of friends while one of them was on the Gold Coast for a conference. Any excuse is a good excuse for a get together, and after some informal pre dinner drinking and nibbling we headed off on foot to find “the Place” to continue our catch-up over a … More Bugzies brings their A-game
Was first introduced to this party dip a few years ago at a work lunch. Since then it has become quite popular and has appeared at many events, in the personalised style of the maker, and is often known as Seven Layer Dip. While the basic concept remains the same the individual variations are endless. … More Mexican layered dip
As I write this post I am contentedly munching on a fresh muffin – hot from the oven…..you see I had to try one before I could post the recipe to ensure the adaptations I had made were successful. This muffin is good, not in a totally healthy way (see note at bottom of page), … More Fruit and Nut Muffins
I am a fan of eggplant (aubergine) and all things made with/from it. Sadly I am alone in the household on this matter and therefore purchase a large eggplant to make and freeze portions of ratatouille for later consumption. While a traditional ratatouille has some semi complex steps – this one pot, no mucking about … More Ratatouille – my way
Japonais, Japonaise or Daquois …. There are several articles and forums that seek to address the differences between, the heritage and naming of the Japonais/e cake. As with Cottage pie / Shepherds Pie naming and recipes each chef or cook has their own sroties and recipe interpretation…..but what is certain is that it is not … More Japonais, Japonaise or Daquios
Confession time…. Gateau Mc Mahon is not a kitchen basic…it is actually a composite dessert that is made up of a basic sweet short pasty and a basic Bavarois (bav WAH). Each of these elements can made and served as separate items but with no where near the impact that this stunning gateau has. … More Gateau McMahon
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