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Simple Creamy Asparagus Soup
With asparagus at the height of its season, I’ve been indulging — whether eating it roasted, sauteed or grilled. I also like to take advantage of asparagus in spring by making this tasty and super easy creamy asparagus soup. Asparagus pairs well with so many things, but I was inspired when I saw this asparagus right next to…
Victoria Sponge Cake with Blackberries and Lavender Cream
To complete our spring meal that included burrata and pea crostini and Mediterranean short ribs with polenta, I decided on a Victoria Sponge Cake with Blackberries and Lavender Cream. This was of course an homage to The Great British Baking Show, but I added an Australian twist! More on that in a bit.
Spanish-Style Bread with Tomato Puree (Pan Con Tomate)
There is so much to admire in Spanish cuisine, from the innovativeness to the inspired use of humble ingredients. Another thing that impressed us about Spanish food is there penchant to not waste anything. Stale bread is added to gazpacho. Over-ripe tomatoes are turned into gazpacho or rubbed all over said stale bread — creating…
