Posts by Maryterry
ciao tutti! Begone…. cut onion smell on hands!
ciao tutti! The early mornings here on the Hill have a distinctly autumn feel and the Little Cellar Rat is enjoying the freshness and cool that April is bringing. Post for today is a Kitchen tip: finding it a challenge to get rid of the smell of cut onions from your hands? TLCR has a…
Read Moreciao tutti!! It’s SATURDAY.
ciao tutti! It’s Saturday… time to cover the workspace and close the door, if possible. the Little Cellar Rat thinks that a simple frittata would go over just nicely for lunch on this (hopefully) relaxing just-for-YOU day. Left-over sliced or diced English potato, sweet potato, and whatever other veges fit the bill along with a…
Read Moreciao tutti! Friday Morning Magic Moment
Terranzo the Winemaker and Maria the Little Cellar Rat enjoy breakfast 10 months out of 12 on the back deck. It faces north and is the sunniest spot. We have birdsong to lift our hearts and a view to the green hills as a feast for the eyes. Our house was built over a century…
Read Moreciao tutti! PLAN FOR PANCAKES
ciao tutti! ‘All work and no play’ is not advisable for any of us. If you have Other Family Members working from home or Kids with an ‘Early Start to the Easter Vac’, PLAN FOR PANCAKES for Morning Tea break. OFM / the kids can whip them up. They can be as big/small, basic or…
Read Moreciao tutti! daily doses of vitamins D and N
ciao tutti!! How are all our WFH-ers? Have you had your dose of Vitamin D and N (that’s N for nature) yet today? There is a little touch of autumn in the air so, if your situation allows, put on your Shady Lady Hat and take a stroll …. if you are looking, you will…
Read Moreciao tutti! Put on the lipstick….
ciao tutti! Today’s post is for all of us WFH’ers (Work From Home-ers) …. the Little Cellar Rat has belonged to this group for some years now. She makes no claims to be an expert but finds these help: 1. Wear your favourite and most flattering lipstick. 2. Brush your hair regularly – it’s a…
Read MoreCIAO TUTTI…… from the Little Cellar Rat
ciao tutti! As posted yesterday, the Cellar Door is CLOSED FOR TASTINGS (mail + phone orders still do-able) and I committed to putting a post on each day…. mainly USEFUL TIPS FROM THE LITTLE CELLAR RAT. If nothing else, let’s hope they put a SMILE ON THE DIAL. TIP NO 1. -re-cycling 2L clear plastic…
Read MoreLunch for TLCR…. Quick and delicious!
the Little Cellar Rat dined on this yesterday and she had to share it with you: hummous, BUCKS BUTCHERY CHILDERS shaved smoked ham, baby bocconcini (marinated by TLCR) and cocktail tomatoes to finish. Oh, nearly forgot to mention the fresh basil from the Winery Herb patch…. DELIZIOSO!!!
Read MoreParsley, sage, rosemary and thyme….
Fresh herbs make a world of difference to simple dishes. The Little Cellar Rat has some very healthy looking rosemary and tarragon in the winery herb patch. When you visit the Cellar Door, make sure you walk away with some. Roast lamb with rosemary…. just has to be! But don’t limit this very versatile herb…
Read Morefrittelle di cavalfiore (Cauliflower Fritters)
The Little Cellar Rat likes to have something in the fridge for a quick lunch. She pulled these together very quickly this week and is loving them…. they tick most of the boxes: tasty, easy-peasy to make, will keep in the fridge and can be used in many ways. Did I mention the Smoked Ham…
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