Mussaman Curry of Beef
Mussaman Curry of Beef
Serves 4
Ingredients
2 royal blue ...
Traditional Asian Master Stock Chicken
Traditional Asian Master Stock ChickenServes 6 Master StockMakes 2 litres (8 cups) 8 cloves garlic, peeled 1 stick cassia bar 15 white peppercorns 3-star anise 2 tbsps. vegetable oil 1 cup light soy sauce1⁄2 cup Chinese cooking ...
Salami di Cioccolato
Salami di Cioccolato Serves 8 – 10 people Ingredients 150 gm of granita biscuits 150 gm of dark chocolate 100 gm of milk chocolate 100 gm caster sugar 2 eggs ...
Summer Holidays in Portugal
We have recently returned from a fabulous two-week holiday exploring everything Portugal has to offer, and are itching to share our fabulous memories! From experiencing the great hospitality and generosity of the Portuguese people, to eating the freshest seafood simply grilled on the open coals - we feel that we have truly been able to embrace Portuguese culture, life, and food.
Seeing the various villages of untouched beauty and tasting specialty dishes from all regions made us feel like we were stepping back in time, and Portugal's stunning ...
JAZZ BY THE BAY IS BACK!
Jazz By The Bay - hundreds of different events over 3 days - from 5pm Friday 1st June until 8pm Monday 4th June.
Go to jazzbythebay.com.au for the full programme and get in to the swing!!!
Head to the Bay for The Cool Sounds of Jazz
We would argue that the South West is the place to be on any weekend - what could be more ideal.
Nevertheless, once every year it exceeds even its own expectations and becomes the only place to be for jazz lovers everywhere, as the now famous annual Jazz by the Bay event swings round. It all begins on Friday 1st June ...
Spoil Yourself with Classic Concierge Services
Plan ahead to enjoy this gorgeous arrival platter, using Classic Concierge, a local business that we are happy to recommend. They use local ingredients including Yallingup Cheese Company, Yallingup Wood-Fired Bread, Gaby's Muesli, Margaret River Free Range Eggs. Previous guests have been extremely happy with the quality and quantity of the produce, and the exceptional service. Refer to their website - www.classicconcierge.com.au
Birdwatching Margaret River: A guide for nature lovers
Blue wrens, honeyeaters and black cockatoos - here's where to find them
Watching and listening to birds in their natural habitat is a relaxing way to re-connect with nature.
For visitors, birdwatching in Margaret River may not rank as highly as spotting a kangaroo but one thing's for sure, there's plenty of opportunity to view Australia's feathered fauna here.
Spotting the birds of the South West is a fun way to get out and about in the great outdoors. On a bird walk not only will you encounter the avifauna (galahs, wrens, cockatoos) you'll experience the beauti...
Chocolate, Peanut and Honey Truffles
Delectable treats for your loved one(s)!
Valentine's Day is just round the corner, and the best gift is one made with love. A dinner, a box of home made truffles, or (for all the mums with little kids) - a sleep in would be amazing!
These truffles are wonderfully simple to make. The kids always help me with the scooping and rolling - I'm sure they devour half the mixture as they work!
We wish you, and your loved ones, a fantastic Valentines Day!
Ingredients
60 g butter
380g milk chocolate
110g honey
100ml cream
100g salted peanuts, ...
Some Yummy Recipes To Try
We have just finished this year's tours. We have met some wonderful people, and hope that they enjoyed their time with us as much as enjoyed showing them our Bella Tuscany.
During our time off, we have been able to explore different regions of Italy, including the rolling hills of Marche. The Olive all' Ascolana in the following blog are from this region.
And the Crostini with a Peperonata Salsa is to die for!
Follow these up with the Slow Braised Pork Ribs and Finnocchi Gratinata. Buonissimo!!
Crostini with a Peperonata Salsa
Serves 6 as a canapé
In...
Market Madness!
For all you shopaholics who just love a bargain, the South West has numerous markets dotted around the region, all designed to make your shopping experience an interesting and unique one. From local produce to cute trinkets and home-made gifts, you can get everything you need at a local market, and here's where you can find them:
MARGARET RIVER:
Farmer's Market - every Saturday, 8am to noon until November.
Lions Club Garage Sale - every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, 8.30am - 12.30pm. Lions Shed, Burton Road, LIA.
World Food Night Market - December ...
