One of the great mysteries of life is how one of the most delicious tart is also the easiest to make. I’m talking about silky, melt in your mouth creamy deliciousness studded with roasted hazelnuts just barely held together by a buttery biscuit base. A very small slice and everything’s […]
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Almond and Honey Slice
There are certainly a lot of showy-offy sweets out there, but sometimes all you need is something simple to nibble on while drinking tea or coffee. These Almond and Honey Slice hits the spot. It’s got a crumbly buttery shortbread base with a honey crusted sliced almond topping. Don’t be […]
ANZAC Cookie Bites
I used to work at a bistro with a coffee shop. On slow days, we would make loads of these little morsels called ANZAC Cookie Bites packed with rolled oats, shredded coconuts and brown sugar and then they would be served with coffee. They became so popular, that customers would […]
French Strawberry Tea Cake
This French Strawberry Tea Cake is inspired by my recent visit to the iconic Hahndorf institution, the Beerenberg Strawberry Farm, located in South Australia. There’s nothing quite like fresh ripe strawberries specially the ones you pick yourself direct from the patch. We had so much fun, looking for “the one” […]
Raspberry and White Chocolate Shortcake
I’ve been taking advantage of the short raspberry season here in Sydney, when the raspberries are at their very best and also cheapest. Every time I’m at the fruit shop I find myself reaching for these beauties. Great to eat as is, and some inevitably make it into my baking […]
Cappuccino and White Chocolate Muffins
So you love coffee (or you wouldn’t be here) and so do I. Me thinks, that this old girl won’t be able to function without a cup of strong coffee in the morning. I can do without breakfast, but coffee is not optional-got to have one to keep the gears […]