Food : Chocolate fudge brownies ~ gluten-free

    It has only been recently that we have been introduced to the world of gluten-free. One of our 6yo twin boys (ah yes, well they’re almost 7, birthday next week and we’re not being allowed to forget about it) was recently diagnosed with a...

Food : Ciabatta {it’s not as scary as you think}

    After a discussion about bread on Twitter, my good friend Kellie from 74LimeLane requested that I share my favourite ciabatta recipe here. And why not? Good bread is GOOD. Ciabatta is Italian in origin, and the word literally translates as...

Food : Kidney bean soup

    The weather where I am has taken a definite turn for the cooler! Bring on the woollies, the open fires, and a big bowl of hot soup. My partner and I invented this many years ago when we were wanting something warm and tasty, and were on a bit a chilli...

Food : Beetroot & yoghurt dip

    I love beetroot. They taste rich and earthy with a subtle sweetness. And just look at that great colour! They are fabulous in so many ways – roasted with heads of garlic, sauteed chunks with butter, raw matchsticks in a green salad with avocado,...

Food : Hot Cross Buns {without the cross}

  In my part of the world, it’s Good Friday, Easter. And even though I wouldn’t call myself a Christian (or anything else, for that matter), I still am in love with the delectable-ness that is the hot cross bun. Fragrantly spicy, richly warm and...

Food : zucchini bhajis

    Zucchini Bhajis Bhajis are a type of fragrant and spicy vegetable fritter, originating in India. These ones are zucchini and onion, but they can be made with other vegetables, and they are seriously good. Those of you who have been around for a bit will...