Are there some recipes that are your go-to when you have family or friends over for dinner? The last few times I’ve had visitors, and I didn’t know what to cook, I chose a classic and family favourite: roast chicken. My roast chicken has a bit of a fresh twist with a lemon and thyme … Continue reading Lemon and Thyme Roast Chicken with Gravy
It's well and truly winter here in Australia. I live in the cold capital of Canberra so I know a thing or two about cold winter days! There's also an icy wind on top of having most nights sub zero... just thinking about it makes me shiver! Winter always calls for comfort foods that warm … Continue reading Creamy Chicken & Corn Soup Recipe
Cauliflower Cheese is one of my mans favourite dinner foods. He specifically requests it for his birthday dinner. It's is a classic side dish that works great with chicken schnitzel, steak or a gold old fashioned roast. Or if you are like my partner, you could just eat the dish whole! This can easily be made … Continue reading Comforting Cauliflower Cheese
Those who know me know that I love breakfast. I love going out for breakfast, I love making breakfast and I especially love eating breakfast. Protein such as eggs are always a staple part of breakfast, and I am happy to share one of my favourite egg recipes. This is a great vegetarian recipe, … Continue reading Spinach and Mushroom Omelette Recipe
I love baking cakes for people's birthdays. It's a fabulous present to give someone and you can easily make is personable. This was my thinking for my friends 30th recently - I could make a personalised cake and it would be a great birthday present for him! I went onto Pinterest to gather some ideas. … Continue reading How to Make a Moustache Cake
I used to love eating tabbouleh. It is fresh and a perfect side dish for summer. The only problem is that since becoming gluten intolerant, I can't eat cous cous, which is one of the main ingredients in tabbouleh. For years I have had to say no to the delicious mix of tomato, onion … Continue reading Quinoa Tabbouleh
I love this recipe because it's a great way to use fruit before it goes off and needs to go into the bin. It makes for great afternoon tea, and there is no electric mixer needed. The mixture becomes quite thick and chunky with the end result being a rustic looking muffin with that traditional … Continue reading Pear, Cinnamon and Almond Muffins
As a female, I love chocolate. I have always had a sweet tooth for it. As a teenager I could eat a whole block of chocolate in one sitting... Now that I'm older I'm less likely to binge on a whole block... It might still happen, but it's not as frequent anymore. Regardless of age, … Continue reading Chunky White Chocolate and Macadamia Cookies
It feels like summer has finally hit us here down under! The last few weeks have had cool mornings and average days. There's been rain and storms almost every afternoon for the past 3 weeks, making a trip to the pool or river the last thing on everyone's mind. One thing that doesn't depend on … Continue reading Pineapple & Coconut Smoothie
For the past four years, I've been making gingerbread men at Christmas. It's become a new tradition of mine as I love sharing them to friends and family. 2014 was no different. I decided to make them for my work colleagues and I'm pretty sure they enjoyed the soft gingerbread goodness. The recipe below is … Continue reading Cute Cookies for Kids of all Sizes: Gingerbread Men
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The fashion musings of stylist, designer, and writer, Jasmin Rodriguez, also known as "Vintage Vandalizm".
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A 20- Something Brit in Melbourne
Work. Life. Being a sicky.
The thoughts and words that I want to share
Exploring the possibilities of cruelty free food
Searching for affordable and tasty food in our nation's capital
