Pineapple Coconut Loaf
Did you know that pineapple fruitcake was flown on Apollo 11 into space and back to earth and that very slice now sits at the Smithsonian, probably in a gla... Read More >>
golden syrup
Burnt Butter Caramel Slice
Whenever we have after school playdates or end of the year class and office Christmas partiesand everyone has to bring a plate, my boys and Nick take a bo... Read More >>
My Gingerbread Buttons
Christmas is a time of sharing. A sharing of moments filled with laughter and carefree abandon that comes from knowing that you don't have to go back to w... Read More >>
Coffee Gingerbread Granola
One of the things I love about living in Australia is the fact that we celebrate Christmas in July like our friends in New Zealand and South Africa. July is... Read More >>
Sticky Chocolate Cupcakes
Stupidly simple to make, these rich, not very sweet chocolate cupcakes will fill you up with happiness.... Read More >>
A Kid-Baked-That Chocolate Cake
A super easy, quick recipe for a fudgy chocolate cake that even your kid can bake. A simple cake that is instantly special with fresh strawberries.... Read More >>
Chocolate Marble And Mayonnaise Celebration Cake With Dark Chocolate Ganache
I made a big mistake yesterday. The first in 11 years of blogging so I am hoping to forgive myself (and hope you do too!) but I am appalled nonetheless. Let... Read More >>
Sticky Triple Chocolate And Orange Star Wars Cake
"Mum, look at me!" left shoulder thrown back, little wiry body angled sideways, knees bent in some kind of a stance, chin tucked down, eyes glaring menacing... Read More >>
Fig Ginger And Pecan Crumble
A few years ago I had this insane fig crumble at a winter market here in Sydney. It was figgy as was expected but had an incredible warmth that poured down ... Read More >>
Anzac Cookies
Anzac cookies are chewy traditional biscuits baked with oats, coconut and golden syrup which were first created to send to Australia and New Zealand soldiers during World War I. This version is naturally nut-free and vegetarian, perfect for the lunchbox or a mid morning sweet treat.... Read More >>