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The joy of gardening…
The intention might be to spend just an hour, do a little tidying up, pick up that pile of prunings, rake up that patch of fallen leaves and before you know it you’ve spent a full day in the garden! Gardeners amongst you will know what I’m talking about. That touch of Autumn in the…
Read MoreWhat a difference a downpour makes!
After 3 months of virtually no rain, we were blessed with some decent downpours last week. Yes, the weeds have shot off like sprinters from starting blocks, but the compensation is the beautiful lush green growth everywhere in the garden.
Read MoreHAPPY ST PATRICKS’ DAY…. 17TH MARCH 2019
Terranzo the winemaker is equally proud of his Irish heritage as he is of his Sicilian! That’s one reason, twenty years ago, we named our THREE RIGHT HANDS FORTIFIED RED formerly PORT (the name PORT has been taken from use unless of course it is made in OPORTO -PORTUGAL) taking the idea from the BYRNE FAMILY…
Read MoreThe nicest place!
We have been holidaying in Australia for 6 weeks and this would have to be the nicest place we have stayed. Pity we are running out of days before we fly out. Bak and Carol UK January 2019
Read MoreAt the Cellar door
When you call into the Cellar Door this week, don’t forget to take some fresh rosemary from the Winery Herb patch. It’s such an aromatic, versatile herb. goes remarkably with beef or lamb and just the ticket for that tray of mixed roast veggies. the Little Cellar Rat is chuffed with how her herb patch…
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 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 MoreThey came on board, they joined the story, they were perfect guests!
The frosty Saturday morning morphed into the most glorious winter’s day. Everyone loves a story and everyone has their own story to tell. WINTERFEAST 2018 gave TERRANZO THE WINEMAKER and MARIA THE LITTLE CELLAR RAT the chance to welcome such wonderful guests to our table to celebrate the producers of this region and traditions handed…
Read MoreWine ho, wine ho… it’s off to KINGAROY AND THE SOUTH BURNETT WINE & FOOD IN THE PARK WE GO!!
It’s March and that means the SOUTH BURNETT WINE & FOOD IN THE PARK is on again this coming SATURDAY 10TH MARCH 2018. TERRANZO and THE LITTLE CELLAR RAT are heading down there with our delicious, preservative free and Vegan Friendly wines and fortifieds to join with the SOUTH BURNETT WINE COUSINS to celebrate all…
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