Asparagus and Tarragon Tart

Asparagus and Tarragon Tart

It’s spring in Australia! One of the best things about spring is that asparagus is in season.  It’s well priced at the markets at the moment, so don’t forget to put asparagus in your basket. Asparagus is a perennial veggie with a heap of delicious uses, from tasty tarts to ..Continue Reading

How to cook the perfect poached egg, every time

How to cook the perfect poached egg, every time

Eggs are the perfect protein.  They set you up for the day, balancing your blood sugar for plenty of energy.   Did you know that having plenty of protein and healthy fats for breakfast will stop you craving unhealthy food later in the day? Confession time…… When I met Jeff I ..Continue Reading

7 Delicious Ways to Use Roasted Tomatoes – Cook up a batch now

7 Delicious Ways to Use Roasted Tomatoes – Cook up a batch now

Tomato is perhaps my absolute favourite vegetable of all time (ok, I know it’s a fruit), but we often think of it as a vegetable.  It’s savoury and sweet at the same time and goes with just about everything. My earliest memory of tomatoes is when mum would mix them ..Continue Reading

Corn and Zucchini Fritters

Corn and Zucchini Fritters

A friend dropped around with an impressive bounty of fresh vegetables from their ample backyard veggie patch which inspired this simple light meal for a warm Friday night on the balcony. A perfect finish to a busy week – crisp veggie fritters, punchy salsa and a glass of Pinot Gris.  ..Continue Reading

What your handwriting is telling you about your brain

What your handwriting is telling you about your brain

We all know about brain cells (called neurons), but did you know that about two thirds of your brain are immune cells (called microglia)?  They’re there to clean up the dead and dying brain cells to make room so your brain can work better. Unfortunately, this process can be affected ..Continue Reading

Banana Loaf (GF) with Passionfruit Butter

Banana Loaf (GF) with Passionfruit Butter

Bananas are well and truly in season now and this is a perfect way to use up ones that are a little bit too ripe for eating. Banana + Cake = Deliciousness! Bananas are a fantastic source of the minerals magnesium, phosphorus and potassium, much needed minerals for our nervous ..Continue Reading

Hazelnut Muesli Bites

Hazelnut Muesli Bites

You can’t be good 100% of the time.  That would be boring. Sometimes you just want a boost of sweet deliciousness to go with your coffee (or tea), and that’s OK if you only do it occasionally. And you deserve it! Healthy food choices can include an occasional treat Saying ..Continue Reading

Breakfast Herbed Beans and Vegetables

Breakfast Herbed Beans and Vegetables

Vegetables for breakfast – that’s not breakfast food, I hear you shout. But, hear me out. In many cultures, savory vegetables are a staple breakfast dish and when paired with good quality protein and fibre, you’ll have all you need for energy, clear thinking and healthy moods for a productive ..Continue Reading

Rhubarb and Apple Crumble (Gluten Free)

Rhubarb and Apple Crumble (Gluten Free)

Take some rhubarb, cook with apple and add a crumble. Voila! We love having family around for dinner.  And, when one of the family is coeliac, everyone eats gluten free. Rhubarb and apple go so well together.  Oh yes, indeed! Add in a crunchy and sweet crumble and you’ll be ..Continue Reading

Chicken Larb Salad Bowl with Lime and Ginger Dressing

Chicken Larb Salad Bowl with Lime and Ginger Dressing

Sometimes you just feel like a zingy and tasty meal with an Asian flavour, one that can also be packed for your lunch the next day to give you a highly nutritious and delicious break in your long work day. Another cook once, eat twice recipe for busy people! Here’s ..Continue Reading