The temperature has dropped considerately over this weekend. It is time to cook more hearty dishes, dishes that not only warm the body but the soul as well. One of my very favourite dishes ... continue reading...
A Festive Easter Dinner
Easter has come and gone! We were in Tilba, on the South Coast of New South Wales, with two of our children, their spouses and our three grandchildren. The weather was just beautiful, warm ... continue reading...
Another Sunday Lunch
This Sunday was the most beautiful day! The sun was shining and all the children came to lunch! (except for Birri who lives in San Francisco, we miss you Birri!!!) The menu was: • insalata ... continue reading...
Involtini di Pesce Spada
This morning I found some beautiful swordfish at the fish market, so i decided to prepare this Sicilian delicacy. for 6 people • 12 very thin slices of swordfish (use young, small fish) • ... continue reading...
Lentils
Today the weather has turned cool, so I decided to cook some green lentils or as the French call them 'les lentilles de Puis'. They are not just delicious, but a source of protein and ... continue reading...
Sunday Lunch
Today is Sunday and the weather here in Sydney is just amazing! I have the children coming over for lunch, and this is what I have prepared. In my vegetable garden I am growing these ... continue reading...
Roasted Vegetables
The vegetables at this time of the year, are so full of flavor! I find that the simpler you prepare them, the more their individual flavors will distinguish themselves. Here is my favorite ... continue reading...
Uova in Cocotte (Baked Eggs)
Today a friend dropped in unannounced and it was just lunch time, so I asked him to stay for lunch. I made this egg dish, which is super easy and usually one has the ingredients in the ... continue reading...
Risotta alla Milanese
Serves 4- 6 • 500 gr carnaroli rice (as a rough calculation: 2 handful of rice per person plus 2 for the pot) • 1 litre of fresh chicken stock or very good quality stock cubes • 1 large ... continue reading...
Sunday Lunch Ideas
I love Sundays, everybody is relaxed, people have recovered from the stress of the working week. It is a time to gather the family and friends and spoil them. The other day I invited my ... continue reading...