Hahndorf Hill Winery – Food and Wine

It was a beautiful day for a drive in the Adelaide Hills (South Australia) and our stop was the Hahndorf Hill Winery for lunch and a special experience – ChocoVino (Chocolate and Wine tasting experience). My wife and I were treated to two beautiful food platters of local produce that was expertly matched to their […]

Why you should drink coffee

Reasons to drink coffee

Coffee is the world’s most popular beverage and one of my favourites. It is grown in many countries, and comes in endless flavors, strengths, and varieties. And guess what? That’s perfectly fine. While many would have you to believe, drinking coffee is bad for you, the research shows otherwise. Coffee (in moderation) can actually be […]

Baking Substitutes

Baking Substitutes

Looking to substitute ingredients in your baking, then here is the quick reference guide for you. This infographic will be your go to guide when you find a recipe you want to bake but there are ingredients that you don’t like or can’t tolerate. Baking Substitution Infographic Baking Substitutions – Quick Reference Guide Eggs – […]

Natural Enemies of Olive Oil

A high-quality extra virgin olive oil is a must-have staple in many kitchens, partly because its delicious flavor and versatile nature allow it to be used in countless ways. For starters, extra virgin olive oil is perfect in homemade salad dressings, on roasted vegetables and as a key ingredient in a wide range of recipes. […]

Herbs and spices

Herbs, spices and other seasonings are a natural and healthy way to add a lot of flavor to your recipes without adding a lot of extra calories. With a little practice, you can create an endless variety of delicious recipes, such as Mediterranean-inspired favorites bursting with the fresh flavors of lemon, garlic and rosemary and […]

Starting a herb garden

I love fresh herbs in my cooking and having them at hand makes it a joy to cook with them.  Starting a herb garden is not a difficult task and I got everything from the local hardware store. On my trip to the hardware store I bought some self watering rectangular pots, seeds, seedling and […]