Andrew’s Herb Smoked Chicken & Veggies

For the most part, I do most of the cooking. However, Andrew has some AWESOME dishes that he can whip up. It reminds me of Jenna’s man’s cedar plank salmon. They may not cook all the time, but when they do cook, it’s mouth-watering. The thing with Australians is that they love roast dinners (chicken, … Continue reading →

Sunday Favourites

This week has been a good one. I have thrown in some new blogs into my google reader..and man there are some AMAZING chefs out there. When I’m not cooking, I’m trying to teach my cats how to get through their new cat door. Recipes I’ve tried this week: ‘Mish Mash’ salad inspired by: Fresh … Continue reading →

‘Just Because’ Cake (cherryfilled w/ whitechocolateganache)

Sometimes life throws you little curve-balls that aren’t very nice. One of my young co-workers went for a job and wasn’t chosen. Those door shutting can sting. I reminded her that with every door closed, another opens. It’s hard though to see it in the midst of everything. I chose to come to Australia six … Continue reading →

Carrot Fries

The other week I was inspired by PionnerWoman’s recipe on a naked burger. For some reason, a big juicy BBQ burger salad sounded fabulous. One…MUST…have fries! But I wasn’t in the mood for greasy ole’ fries. We did contemplate going down to the local chicken shop and ordering a side of fries. Then I thought…what … Continue reading →

Cherry Ripe Bars

I’ve lived in Australia for six years. I think that part of anyone’s adventure into a new country/culture is to discover their food…that being what types of candy is on offer. One of the first candy bars that I fell in love with in Oz, is what they call a Cherry Ripe. It’s basically like … Continue reading →

Chocolate Cake Cherry Bars

What happens when you buy a bag of cherries? You make things with chocolate and cherries and then try not to eat all of them. I made these on a fluke as a dessert for a person’s invite for a swanky dinner night. They ate them and liked them. Andrew ate five the next day. … Continue reading →

Sunday Favourites

Hey there! Happy Sunday! Today I’ve been baking away. Made lunch for the boy Have tried not to eat too many of these.   Basically it’s been a great weekend celebrating out 1 year.   Perhaps a bit too many of these…but what can you do?   Here are some of my food and non-food … Continue reading →

Greenie Dressing/Dip/Spread

What are some things I love Mexican food Black beans Men who can dance Cilantro Avocados Cashews Fresh Food American Football Blueberries My cat I can’t have everything…but I do strive. I had a hankering for a zesty, filling dressing which would use up the 300 million leaves of coriander/cilantro which is taking over our … Continue reading →