Posts by Maryterry
Just wonderful!
Very nicely decorated cottages in Childers. Beautiful view. The owners were very helpful with wine tasting and info on the winery. Stay more that one night so you will have time for a wine tasting! Childers is a lovely collage of old buildings. Saskia DEVENTER THE NETHERLANDS. Nov 2018
Read MoreThe secret is in the dressing!
Summer and salads are just made for each other and the magic in lifting your Greek or Garden Salad lies in the dressing. Flicking through the first publication by Maria Anello – NEW FARM DELI – gave me the inspiration for this one: EV olive oil, apple cider vinegar, mustard, lemon thyme. It’s just darn…
Read More24 hours into secondary fermentation
We’re proud of our 3 MARYS sparkling, made using ‘methodé champenoise’. Yes, it involves two stages and patience and a lot of handling but the end product is definitely worth it. Our latest is a sparkling white muscat, as was our very first (and it picked up SILVER at the Qld Wine Awards.) Terranzo the…
Read MoreHow blessed we are….. to have feathered friends who visit our garden
One of the rewards of having an extensive garden with a range of trees and shrubbery is the birds who visit or who decide to take up permanent residence. This Rufous Whistler has the most delightful repertoire which he offers freely to anyone who cares to acknowledge his presence.
Read MoreFresh, local and easy to prepare
Just have a look at these local capsicum and eggplant from ALLOWAYFARM. What do you do? Wash, slice, toss in a little EVOO and roast, turning occasionally. It’s as easy as that.
Read MoreAnd there’s more….!
Colour, smell, taste …. local strawberries have it all.
Read MoreStrawberries galore!
Who can resist them…. plump, bright red and aromatic to boot! We’re talking Strawberries of course and they are at their peak right now. The Little Cellar Rat picks hers up from ALLOWAY FARM MARKETS. You can’t beat them sliced with yoghurt for breakfast, or mixed with banana, pears or whatever else is your favourite…
Read MoreIt’s countdown time….
Part of the enjoyment of celebrating with food is the preparation leading up to an event….. planning the menu, sourcing seasonal produce, delivering according to the season. The glorious buttery sun is a great ‘mood setter’ for working in the kitchen. Add to that the various aromas….. garlic, fresh herbs, fruity EV Olive Oil. The…
Read MoreCheat’s Roast Pumpkin
It’s winter and that means pumpkins are at their best. This vegetable is hard to beat… pumpkin soup, steamed and mashed, roasted, in risotto. You’re only limited by your imagination. This might not be an ‘original’ but a CHEAT’S ROAST PUMPKIN when you’re short on time is hard to beat. It’s a two step process…
Read MoreNothing for lunch… never!
It’s not complicated if someone gives you a few tips! OVEN ROASTED CAPSICUM Stainless steel tray is best. I do 6-8 at a time to make it worthwhile. Simply wash well (sand can get trapped in stem), put on tray in v hot oven (200C) and allow to swell up and 1/2 blacken skins. Cooked…
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