by Sheridan | Dec 23, 2023 | Christmas, Desserts, Dinner, Lunch, Recipes
Plum Pudding Ice Cream If you still haven’t made your Christmas plum pudding, this frozen ice cream version is the perfect solution. I actually prefer it to the heavy traditional English pudding, especially when it’s a steaming hot day Down Under. ...
by Sheridan | Dec 17, 2023 | Christmas, Dinner, Lunch, Main Courses, Poultry & Game, Recipes
Roast Whole Turkey Breast (Buffe) Whole turkey breast (or buffe) is an impressive and easier option than a big whole roast turkey. It also yields plenty of delicious moist white meat which keeps well for leftovers. Serve with mixed roasted vegetables of various...
by Sheridan | Dec 10, 2023 | Christmas, Dinner, Lunch, Picnics, Recipes, Vegetarian
Downunder Christmas Gazpacho This savoury ‘red and green’ soup is so easy to make and makes a perfect starter for Christmas lunch or dinner. While the traditional Spanish gazpacho includes bread and is blended to make a smooth puree, I like the crunch of...
by Sheridan | Dec 3, 2023 | Christmas, Desserts, Recipes
White Christmas This up-dated version of White Christmas is an easy one for kids to make (as long as you supervise the melting of the chocolate) and makes a terrific edible Christmas gift.Don’t forget to book the kids in to my Mini Chef Christmas cooking classes...
by Sheridan | Jul 30, 2023 | Christmas, Recipes
White Chocolate Bark Yulefest might be winding up in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney, but there’s still time to make a batch of this yummy sweet. Wrapped in a cellophane bag and tied with a green, red or gold bow, it’s a terrific edible gift at any...
by Sheridan | Dec 30, 2022 | Brunch, Christmas, Cocktail fare, Picnics, Recipes
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 up the champagne and make use of any leftover ham from...