This recipe from Women’s Weekly is one of my dad’s favorite, they really do melt in your mouth. What you need: 250g butter 1/3 cup icing sugar 1 1/2 cups plain flour 1/2 cup cornflour Lemon Cream 60g butter 1/2 … Continue reading
I love love love anything salted caramel and this recipe from Donnah Hay is a big winner in my book. What you need: 2 x 200g packets of sugared lattice biscuits 740g cream cheese, softened 1 cup brown sugar 1 … Continue reading
The Yarralumla Gallery & Oaks Brasserie opened in 1997 when the vision of creating a natural oasis of art and alfresco dining at the foreshore of Lake Burley Griffin was pursued. This venue caters for all types of events and is perfect … Continue reading
This is a favourite of mine from womens weekly, so easy and quick and definitely passes the finger licking test. What you need: 2 sheets ready rolled puff pastry 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup cornflour 1/4 cup custard powder 2 1/2 … Continue reading
I love flowers, so many colours, shapes and sizes, the only problem is that eventually the brightness will fade and the petals will fall off. Pressing flowers is an easy and simple idea to make your flowers last indefinitely and can be … Continue reading
An afternoon of cake, beautiful sunshine, a stunning outdoor venue and of course equisite fine chine crockery and cake stands, was had by all including me at the Canberra Cake Clubs March Cake Up, see my guest blog here to find … Continue reading
I made these on the weekend for my sister, a deliciously moist and chewy treat, with the added crunch of walnuts. Perfect with a good cup of tea brewed in a china teapot. What you need: 225g dark chocolate 225g … Continue reading
With beautiful tea sets, tiered cake stands, crystal vases and vintage cutlery any venue can be transformed to host the perfect high tea. Local scout halls are often offered for hire and are a great option for a venue on a … Continue reading
Such a clever idea and so so very easy. Simply mix 1 kg caster sugar and 2 tsp lavender flowers, then divide between small bags or jars. Great in shortbread, sprinkled over a sponge or stirred into berries, give jars … Continue reading
After a weekend of chocolate indulgence I thought a tasty and warm chai tea recipe from Donnah Hay would be a lighter welcome treat. What you need 6 star anise 2 tsp cardamom pods 4 sticks cinnamon, plus extra, to … Continue reading
