I’m a little beaten up today, so I’ll be keeping it short.  Had a bit of a hard knock during my game and came off a fraction worse for wear.  Must be getting older!
This week there’s some accompaniements on the menu with some falafel balls and bean balls.  Although I’ve used them for mains, these [...]

If you’re reading this right now, I’m not physically here writing this as I’ve got a game in Albury this weekend. Whilst I’m in Albury, I’m planning on heading to the wineries which include Brown Brothers, Seppelt, Pheiffers and Bullford. I can’t wait and I’m sure, I’ll tell you about it next week.
Onto [...]

I didn’t get the chance to write a preview last week, as I was actually at the footy watching the Bulldogs beat St Kilda in Australian Rules. They’re doing so great - I hope they can keep it up!
Food-wise, the new ideas haven’t stopped and with inspiration around everywhere it makes it so much [...]

The cold weather is starting to sink in here in Melbourne and this week’s recipes are for those wanting some comfort food.
First off, the french onion soup on the menu, was inspired by a French restaurant in Smith St. This follows the traditional recipe, rather than strayed versions.
Secondly is some vegan “fish and chips,” [...]

I’ve been on a bit of a cooking frenzy lately and have got heaps of wonderful recipes that I’m quite pleased with coming up. Some of them very simple to make and others that take a little more preparation. Watch out for some of these great recipes soon.
After having a few friends at [...]

I do like the meat textures to go with my vegies or in a burger - who can resist? I’ve used the recipe from Veganomicon to make a four bean mix cutlet. I followed a similar recipe but changed the beans used and herbs. I guess as is, it’s not my cup [...]

I’ve started to do a little more fake meat type dishes and this on this week is a take on the hot dog. It’s not completely perfect, but it’s a great alternative for those vegans who really miss the hot dog.
Also, on the menu is the pasta alternative to risotto alla milanese. If [...]

I’ve been a little under the weather this week, but managed to come up with some new treats anyway. Some of these I’ve had in mind for a while, but haven’t done anything about. All of these ideas and all my recipes are kept in a notebook. I believe it’s the best [...]

It’s definitely hitting a very cool winter now in Melbourne, although our rain still doesn’t want to hit us yet. I was nervous today before playing hockey because it was meant to hail. We managed to get through our game with no hail and for that matter no rain at all. It’s [...]

I’m a little tender today from my first hockey match yesterday for the proper season. We played against a team that came down from the higher league and I got a bit of a workout.
Food-wise, I’ve been managing to make some different pasta dishes in preperation for the next day at hockey. I’ll [...]