A hearty fuelling soup that you want to warm your bones on a cold day. Irish stew is a traditional Irish dish that typically consists of lamb or mutton, potatoes, onions, and sometimes carrots. It's a hearty and comforting dish that has been a staple in Irish cuisine...
Savoury Smoko
Beetroot Relish Recipe
This vibrant pink relish will wow your taste buds! This is my friend Jane's recipe. She is one of my favourite humans in the world. We've been friends since we met on our first day in our hall of residence when we attended teachers college (over twenty years ago). We...
Irish inspired Tea Cake
A great alternative to an elaborate Christmas cake too. I have never tasted such a delicious and moist fruit loaf. I first tried an Irish tea loaf at the Farm Barn Cafe near Fairlie, South Island of New Zealand. Their version is dark and delicious. If you are ever...
Easy Savoury Pizza Scrolls
A super quick and tasty pizza savoury scroll recipe. Perfect for smoko, a morning tea shout, a fuelling snack after kids sports, or a substitute for a sandwich in the kids lunch boxes. The possibilities are endless. What shall I use as fillings?I have used tomato...
Tasty Toasted Cheese Mousetraps
One can only guess that the name of these cheesy 'mouse traps' originated from the idea that even the smallest creature lurking in the house would be tempted by these. What ingredients do I need? Tasty or Colby cheeseA TomatoSmall bunch of Parsley An EggRelish Packet...
Emily’s Zucchini Relish
This Indian inspired zucchini relish not only helps rid you of the excess zucchini you have been growing. But it is also the only relish you will need to eat with cheese and crackers! What ingredients do I need:1.5 Kg of Zucchini (or courgette)Mustard seedsCumin...
The Lightest and Fluffiest Cheese Scones
Four ingredient scones that don't require you to rub any butter - winning! These light and fluffy cheese scones will soon replace any old cheese scone recipe that you have been making. No need to rub any butter and in fact - have no butter in them! All you will...
Essential Items for a Kiwi Station/Farm Kitchen
A well equiped kitchen is vital, especially if you live remotely. It's just not easy to whip down to the shop for milk and a bag of bread when you run out. You have to think ahead and stock the freezer and shelves up when you can. These are some of the items I find...
Pumpkin and Dark Chocolate Scones
These flavours need to happen more often - these scones are incredible! My sister Hannah used to be a chef in many trending cafes in Dunedin, and the Otago Daily Times would often publish requested recipes in the paper. Customers would request their favourite item at...