The Watermelon Cake
This spectacular cake was the hit of summer, not just because of its Wow factor, but also because it's gluten-free and (refined) sugar-free. Both the kids and adults kept coming...
The Ultimate Ham Sandwich
I always look forward to these fabulous sandwiches served annually by Marita Blood at her Christmas party. They're also perfect for New Years Eve entertaining as they soak...
Glazed Christmas Ham
The heavenly smell of a glazed leg of ham baking in the oven always fills me with Christmas cheer. Serve it warm or at room temperature, cut in generous slices and...
Christmas Vegetarian Timballo
Here's a spectacular alternative main course for vegetarians at Christmas, a version of the showstopper Sicilian timballo which takes its name from the old French word...
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Banana Cabana
Here's a curious fact: the banana is actually not a fruit at all, but really a giant broad-leaved herb. Now grown throughout the world, it is believed to be one of the first plants gathered and cultivated by humans. Edible bananas originated in south-east...
Christmas in the Orchard at Bend of the River
I’m walking through the orchard, basket in hand, trying to find the jaboticaba tree. My sister Justy had asked me earlier in the day if I'd join her in picking the shiny black fruits, otherwise known as Brazilian tree...
The Valley Cookbook
The sun is high in the sky by the time I arrive in Glenning Valley, a good hour’s drive north of Sydney near Tuggerah Lake on the Central Coast. I’ve come to visit cookbook author Loukie Werle and her husband Philip Gore to talk to them about their...
Mini Chef Cooking Classes
Upcoming Classes
Mini Chef Cooking Class
April 26 @ 10:30 am - 1:30 pm | $75
Bruschetta with various toppings
Stir-fry beef with veggies
Triple Chocolate Brownies
Mini Chef Cooking Class
April 24 @ 10:30 am - 1:30 pm | $75
Chicken Noodle Soup
Tacos with Chile con Carne
Homemade marshmallows & Boston Candy
Mini Chef Cooking Class
April 17 @ 10:30 am - 1:30 pm | $75
Avocado smash with rainbow veggie sticks
Homemade Sausage Rolls
Chocolate self-sauce pudding
Mini Chef Cooking Class
April 15 @ 10:30 am - 1:30 pm | $75
Sushi (from scratch)
Stir-fry chicken with noodles and veggies
Fruit kebabs with white chocolate dip