Summer season … there is a lot to love about it. Long days spent at the great outdoors. Iced cold drinks ( I love homemade iced teas). Summer flavoured gelato and sorbet. And just the vibrant colours during summer! Summer is also the time when I know I can enjoy light and easy to prepare […]
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In Season Now … Peach Iced Tea
Summertime down under and there is no denying it with temperatures set to soar to high 30s the next few days. Yesterday was a scorching 38C degrees in the city, with inland temperature registering up to 41C degrees. Beaches were packed of course and so were the malls where some take advantage of the season […]
In Season Now … Balsamic Strawberries, Grilled Honeyed Figs and Raspberries Pavlova
Last week of summer down under and I am taking advantage of all the fruits in season. I love summer fruits and use them as much as I can to create delicious treats like this grown-up version of berry pavlova. Has anyone tried balsamic strawberries? Fresh strawberries soaked or tossed in fruity balsamic vinegar is […]
In Season Now … Mango & Baby Spinach Salad with Quail Breast Medallions
I was thinking of making a special mango dessert for the family but decided to make something different with the mangoes. Salad with mango slices, cucumbers, red onion and baby spinach leaves. I loved this simple salad, which I topped with pieces of pan-fried quail breast medallions coated in Cajun seasoning mix. Mangoes go well […]