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Cooking in the Clarence

The Clarence Valley is a largely secret part of the New South Wales north coast. Tucked in between go-getter Coffs Harbour and the laid back Byron/Richmond areas, the Big River country around Grafton is a secret sanctuary for a growing community of farmers, producers and foodies. Heading the charge is the Grafton Regional Gallery Foundation,…

Mexican feast in the park

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Sunshine, salsa and spice – a great team lunch.

Fiona had a party

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A menu for a milestone birthday party

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Now on the menu at two great pubs, AND at your place?

Ring of fire – chilli and garlic sauce from scratch

Ring of fire chilli sauce

A jar of heat

Pumpkin and split pea curry with yoghurt chapatis

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Yellow goodness from the pumpkin – a gently spiced curry for Halloween.

Tropical summer salad

pineapple and mango salad

Mangoes are in the shops and this is a great way to enjoy them ALL SUMMER LONG.

French Toast gets a makeover

French toast with feta and olives

Start to the morning with a savoury eggy bread recipe.

Muesli. No, it’s not just for hippies

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Muesli bars are not just for hippes.

Who is the real winner of Master Chef Australia 2010

As the television juggernaut that is Network Ten’s MasterChef Australia draws closer towards it’s finale this weekend, I’ve decided to add my voice to the many others that have praised, derided, questioned or lauded the series over the past three months or so. Image: The Age It’s interesting to me the effect that a television…

Salad days

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Pumpkin and cous cous salad