Today’s inspiration came from a True Blue Aussie Culinary Delight…the Chocolate Ripple Cake. This dessert is a cinch to make. But don’t be fooled by the simplicity of the recipe..it is definitely one for Adults Only consumption. Enjoy!!! 1 tbsp instant coffee 1 1/2 tsp hot water 300ml cream 2 tbsp icing sugar, sifted 1 pkt (300g) […]
How do I love thee... let me count the ways... This recipe works in soooo many ways. It's easy, it's delicious, it takes little time to prepare, it's healthy, and there's virtually no clean up. We serve it up in the foil parcels, which are easily discarded at the end of the meal, so there … Continue reading Pesce al Cartoccio (baked fish in a parcel)
Iconic Queen Victoria Market! There's something there for every foodie! If you're a newbie, you will find a good selection of seasonal produce available from most of the stalls there. But...if you can manage the time to get to know the vendors, and ask them about 'what they do best'..then you are certain to discover … Continue reading Vodka Cured Trout
Pipis are yummy little clams found around Oz and New Zealand. Substitute them with whichever clam-like molluscs you can find around your neck of the woods. Years ago, pipis were primarily used as bait in South Australia, and it was not until Italian immigrants introduced vongole into restaurants in the 1990s that they became part … Continue reading Pasta Vongole (Pipis)
We love our Zucchinis (otherwise known as Summer Squash) and Summer is the season to eat lots of them. At the Hare and Tortoise Kitchen we are becoming very creative on how we can consume this glorious fruit as we seem to have an endless supply of zucchini in the garden. They would have to … Continue reading Grilled Zucchini Summer Salad
Today's inspiration came from a True Blue Aussie Culinary Delight...the Chocolate Ripple Cake. This dessert is a cinch to make. But don't be fooled by the simplicity of the recipe..it is definitely one for Adults Only consumption. Enjoy!!! 1 tbsp instant coffee 1 1/2 tsp hot water 300ml cream 2 tbsp icing sugar, sifted 1 pkt (300g) … Continue reading Rippled Anzac Biscuits Cake!
There are pine nuts... and then.. there are pinenuts. Typically, here in Australia, there are two types of pine nut sold, the European pine nut (grown throughout Europe and the Middle East) and the Asian pine nut (grown in China and Korea). When shopping for pine nuts, make sure you are getting what you paid for!! … Continue reading Spiced Lamb, Pinenut & Roasted Capsicum Rice
As you have already heard, we have abundant zucchini growing in the garden, and we are becoming (or at the very least.. trying) to be super creative with how to cook them. This is a vegetarian rice bake recipe that is quick and easy. If you are cooking for vegans, simply substitute the parmigiano (parmesan) … Continue reading Zucchini Rice Bake
Visit any number of swish restaurants in town, and inevitably, you will find Pork Belly on the menu. Why?.. you ask. The answer is simple. It's an inexpensive cut of meat which is easily transformed to produce a succulent and amazingly delicious meal. The recipe for Pork Belly is pretty foolproof, just follow a few easy steps, … Continue reading Crispy Asian Pork Belly
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