July 2009
Monthly ArchivesHow Sweet It Is.
I had been anticipating my first taste. The greenish grey, cloudy, amber orb clung to the shiny plastic spoon like a petulant child unwilling to leave its mother. Would it taste sweet? Would it cling to the roof of my mouth? Would I like the taste? What would its taste remind me of? Today, I am writing about one thing – honey, a food item found in most pantries around the world. This delicious golden puddle can be used for a multitude of applications from sweetening a cup of tea to soothing a sore throat. It is the most loved … Continue Reading
Yum Cha at Phoenix Restaurant, Manly
Yearning for the delectable, savoury morsels and dumplings known as “yum cha” but can’t face the wait in line that runs right out the door and onto the street? Want a relaxed and leisurely version of the usual yum cha hustle and bustle? Want to top it all with a view of the restful, picturesque harbour? The Phoenix Restaurant, Manly is the place to head. Having travelled to and from Hong Kong for more than 20 years, it is little wonder I have become fond of yum cha. Those were heady days of neon lights, streets filled with scurrying people, horns blaring, air heavy with … Continue Reading
Oeuf en cocotte (French Style baked eggs)
These little gems are an extremely easy and lazy way to serve Sunday breakfast or brunch. They are a classic French style egg dish and are great to feed en-masse to ‘the one’ and the ‘lil’uns’. ‘Easy’ is the word! All that needs be done is to grease the appropriate amount of ramekins with some creamy butter (French if so inclined and you have some in your fridge). Pre-heat your oven to 180 degrees. Place fresh baby spinach leaves into the greased bases of the ramekins. Crack a whole egg, plop onto the spinach. Season with ground black pepper and … Continue Reading
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