The Expert
The Coffee Master Class.
Grind. Tamper. Texture. Collapse. Words I never knew had anything to do with coffee. How much do you spend a year on a coffee? I did the maths and worked out that I part with around $2000 per year to satisfy my caffeine fix. Get out your iPhone and do the same…it’s a little bit READ MORE…
How To: The Moscow Mule.
It’s time to get your summer cocktail on. Barry Chalmers, Brand Ambassador for Ciroc Vodka shows us how to make the Moscow Mule at home. This easy-to-make cocktail is the perfect alternative to a refreshing wine or beer. Best sipped on your balcony on a sunny day. The Moscow Mule. What You’ll Need. Ingredients. 30ml CÎROC 200ml ginger beer READ MORE…
Golden Pie With Golden Girl.
The Queen of Thanksgiving is Martha Stewart – she always brings her A-game to this holiday and so it’s to her I turn when I want to make a proper Pumpkin Pie.
Mash Masterclass With Guillaume Brahimi.
I first posted this interview with super chef Guillaume Brahimi when his cookbook Guillaume: Food For Friends was published last year. Anyway…I saw Guillaume last week on Melbourne Cup day (in the Crown Marquee) and he totally saved my life ( I was starving) with a delicious bowl of lamb shank and mash – his amazing, silken READ MORE…
The Compost Cookie.
This was a WOW moment. Regular readers know how I feel about New York City and how I feel about baking. I feel strongly. So to have both these loves combine in a cooking masterclass was a very good day. Christina Tosi is arguably one of the most creative dessert chefs in the world and has made Momofuku READ MORE…
How To: The New French Martini.
Prettier than your traditional martini and extra tasty. You are going to love this recipe. Barry Chalmers, Brand Ambassador for Ciroc Vodka shows us how to make a French Martini (With a Twist) in five minutes flat. Cheers! Video How-To. What You’ll Need. Ingredients 45ml CÎROC 15ml Chambord 30ml pineapple juice Steps 1. Shake all ingredients in a READ MORE…
How To: The Sparkling Cosmopolitan.
Cocktails are like a pair of fabulous shoes – they make you feel special. This cocktail is so, so pretty – the palest of pinks and smells of orange, blossoms and fun. Here, Barry Chalmers, Brand Ambassador for Ciroc Vodka shows us how to make it at home – it’s easy to master and high on READ MORE…
How To: Decorate Cupcakes.
I watch interiors stylist Megan Morton fold tea towels. She is so clever. Her new project theschool.com.au is all about DIY and teaches adults and kids everything from how to style a mantlepiece to decorating cookies using different experts and teachers throughout the year. I took my girls along last school holidays to the Hello Naomi Cupcake class READ MORE…















