Category: vegetables
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Chilli con carne – perfected over many years…

My Husband’s signature dish is chilli con carne – it is amazing. And so it should be after 3 years of merging recipes and perfecting the combination of spices. It is the perfect dish for a cold winter night (or lunchtime!). I love it because of all the vegetables included – while Tim is eating…
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Vue de Monde – an amazing culinary experience
“Located in the historic Normanby Chambers building in the heart of CBD Melbourne, Vue de monde pays homage to classical fine dining, encompassing this philosophy through food, service and ambience. Vue de monde is testament to the belief that restaurant food can be a wondrous, unforgettable experience. The philosophy at Vue de monde is…
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An autumn lunch for five – punch, pizza, pastrami and parcels
What could possible beat a day with friends that you have known for more than 30 years? I had the pleasure of sending my husband off for the long weekend to an outdoor music festival (camping, no showers, potable toilets… and thunderstorms all weekend … “see you later darling, and enjoy your weekend of rain,…
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Thai chicken burgers – mealtime inspiration

Running out of inspiration in the kitchen? Can’t be bothered dreaming up a mouth-watering meal? This Thai Chicken burger recipe will be your saviour… the flavours are so fresh and addictive. Thai chicken burger Ingredients
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Salad dressing heaven… basil lime vinaigrette

I made this salad dressing on the weekend to serve on the garden salad with lunch. Our guests loved it and asked for the recipe … so here it is. I must credit the ‘finding’ of this recipe to my parents (I’m not sure which one it was, so will give them both the credit).…