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Kiwi Afghan Biscuit’s – ‘Award Winning’

Kiwi Afghan Biscuit’s – ‘Award Winning’

by Philippa Cameron | Mar 13, 2025 | Recipes, Sweet Smoko

The Afghan biscuit is a crunchy, chocolatey Kiwi classic topped with smooth icing and a walnut. If you grew up in New Zealand, chances are you’ve enjoyed an Afghan biscuit with a hot cuppa. This chocolatey, crunchy, walnut-topped delight has been a staple in Kiwi...
Jelly Crystal Cake (Jello) – Fun and Bright

Jelly Crystal Cake (Jello) – Fun and Bright

by Philippa Cameron | Feb 18, 2025 | cake, Puddings, Recipes, Sweet Smoko

A Fun, Easy and Colourful Cake to make with Children. The Magic of a Jelly Crystal Cake There’s something inherently whimsical about a colourful cake that catches your eye. Jelly Crystal Cake, with its vibrant colours and delightful soft texture, is a treat that never...
The Best Ever Pikelet Recipe

The Best Ever Pikelet Recipe

by Philippa Cameron | Feb 12, 2025 | Breakfast, Lunch, Recipes, Savoury Smoko, Sweet Smoko

A no fail pikelet recipe that is successful every time. When I first began sharing recipes on my instagram account back in 2018 a farming mum of five from Te Anau sent me this incredible pikelet recipe (thank you Sharleen).  Over the years I have tweaked it to...
Pastry Cinnamon Scrolls – a quick and fool proof recipe

Pastry Cinnamon Scrolls – a quick and fool proof recipe

by Philippa Cameron | Dec 30, 2024 | Breakfast, Lunch, Sweet Smoko

Need a sweet treat in a short amount of time? But still want a homemade feel? This is the recipe for you! All you need is four ingredients! Bought Flaky pastry, brown sugar, cinnamon and butter Store Bought Flaky Pastry Store-bought pastry is convenient because it...
Burger ScrollsBurger Scrolls: A Big Mac-Inspired Smoko

Burger ScrollsBurger Scrolls: A Big Mac-Inspired Smoko

by Philippa Cameron | Dec 22, 2024 | Lunch, Savoury Smoko

Forget the Big Mac Salad – this fuelling burger scroll is next level. Be prepared to be wowed by the combination of pizza dough, layers of mince, burger sauce and gherkins and tomato relish. If you’re a fan of hearty, savory snacks with a nostalgic twist, Burger...
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Phillipa Cameron

HI – I’M PHILIPPA

I am the station cook at Otematata Station in the Waitaki Valley of the South Island, New Zealand. Most days I provide smokos (morning and afternoon tea) and lunches to our staff of shepherds. Some days if they are out on our remote high country blocks I will also prepare a lunch that can be eaten with a cuppa in one hand and their lunch in the other.  Read More.

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