A few years ago now, well two years, back in 2015, though it feels a lot longer, I was in a cooking competition called the WA Signature Dish, run by the Buy West Eat Best campaign. There were four regions within the state, Peel, Gascoyne, Swan Valley and Kimberley with designated hero ingredients and you […]
Latest Foodie Adventures
Oakover Grounds
It had been another tasty visit to Oakover. Since their rebrand to Oakover Grounds they are really nailing a polished casual dining experience.
Funtastico
Funtastico in Subiaco has been around for a good long while. In a suburb that has seen a lot of change in recent years, this restaurant has been a constant fixture.
Roll up, Roll up – It’s nearly Perth Royal Show Time! First up, happy memories of the Bread and Pastry Awards!
The opportunity to try your hand at being a pastry judge is not one that comes along too often so I jumped at the chance when it was recently offered.
Leek, lemon and thyme agnolotti
(serves 2) It is delightful on the weekend to have a little extra time to cook up one of your favourite creamy pasta recipes! My favourite herbs are basil and thyme and I always welcome any opportunity to cook with either. This recipe has plenty of thyme in it, teamed up with leek, lemon and […]
Don your best tartan – It’s time for the Highland Gathering and Perth Kilt Run!
Great Scot! There is a big weekend coming up in Armadale! It’s time for the Highland Gathering and Perth Kilt Run! A fun, family friendly event in the Spring into Armadale calendar which is on at Minnawarra Park, Armadale, from 8.30am to 4.30pm on Sunday, September 10th. It’s time to don your best tartan and […]
Springtime at Araluen – Tulip Time!
A visit to Araluen is a great way to enjoy the sunshine and it is a beautiful part of our fair state. I’m so glad I can now say I’ve seen their amazing tulips with my own eyes.
Ribs & Burgers – do wagyu!
Yeah…. that’s a good burger! The patty is cooked medium so there is a slight touch of pink and the flame grilling means there’s also a slight charred taste which marries well with all the other classic cheeseburger components.
Spaghetti Squash Bolognese
2017 was the year I finally got to try a spaghetti squash…. so yeah, a big year (and it’s only August!) And turns out they are a sensational base for deliciousness such as spaghetti (squash) bolognese.











