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After breaking records all around the world the smash hit musical Jersey Boys, has made its way to Auckland. It is easy to see why this toe tapping musical has taken the world by storm, from the moment the first … Read more
Just when cafes were starting to get a bit of sameness about them – think Belgium biscuits and raw energy slice, along comes one (well actually two) that stand unique in home baked goodness and in particular their buttery light … Read more
Virgil Evetts Just like many of you, I’ve lived my life to date as a good keen carnivore but one quite divorced from the slaughter. I buy my meat from nice clean shops, where it’s trimmed to look as little like muscles, organs and … Read more
Irene Field This week’s challenge is all about Microwaves. Hands up how many people actually cook a meal wholly in their microwave. The modern appliance has all the bells and whistles and yet even I am guilty of using it … Read more
Irene Field Welcome to the next instalment. Why is this entitled ‘Revelations’ you may well ask. A resounding no, it is not due to biblical reasons. Although when tasting, I almost encountered a blinding light moment. But that is getting … Read more
Virgil Evetts I think I got it from my mother, my soft spot for the underdog. She used to bring home every waif that crossed her path. There were down and out gurus, men who heard reedy voices from beyond, … Read more
Irene Field I know you have all been waiting to see what recipe would come to fruition this week. Which tome awaited my cooking skills (or lack thereof?). Vying for attention was Sophie Gray’s ‘Destitute Gourmet – Stunning Food from … Read more
Irene Field This recipe challenge has bought home to me what a small world we live in. Think Six Degrees of Separation to Twilight Zone music. My recipe bookcase is in no particular order. Actually my other bookcase is exactly … Read more
Irene Field After last week’s disappointment, I decided it was time to pick myself up, brush myself down and continue on. I would not let one soggy bottom (on my fish pie) put a dampener on my challenge. This would … Read more
Irene Field In the interests of variety and charting new unfounded territories, back to the bookcase I ventured. The next book appeared very sad and sorry, practically spineless so to speak, complete with loose leafs falling out, purchased when … Read more
Virgil Evetts Don’t get me wrong, I love living in New Zealand. I love the lifestyle, the climate (well, maybe not always) and I love the quality of our local produce. But a few days in Sydney last week reminded … Read more
Irene Field My recipe challenge has continued. However there was a slight hiccup due to a recent affliction. In Latin this is referred to as “Nunc tincidunt erat ac die de me” – for those of you … Read more