Baked gnocchi sugo finto I won our parent of the house award again this week (okay….so not really). Michael doesn’t know that we that I have this award and come to think of it….I’m not so sure that I have told our kids about it either. Hmmm….perhaps it’s the reason that I have now […]
My new cookbook was officially released yesterday and I would have loved to have posted about it then and celebrated with you all here but alas………..my blog had been hacked and I have spent much of the last two weeks becoming my very own I.T expert in an attempt to get it back up. Hours […]
Hazelnut gremolata….the kind a thing you just want to shove your whole face into and slurp the gorgeous lot up. I am sure it’s not just me. Last night, I made a batch of this good stuff up to add / toss through a salad I was making for a family birthday. It takes […]
THANK YOU & MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL With a full heart, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support this year. Relish Mama would not exist if it were not for the many wonderful people who walk through our doors. Thank you for arriving with open minds, enthusiastic […]
I am delighted to announce my second cookbook Relish Mama ‘family’ is available for pre-release sale through Relish Mama. Just in time for Christmas. It is such a gift to have this in my hands and hopefully a gift to you also.
This simple tomato pasta sauce is rich, velvety and incredibly comforting, made with just tomatoes, butter and onion. Inspired by Marcella Hazan’s iconic recipe, it’s the kind of back-pocket dinner that transforms pantry staples into something deeply satisfying. Perfect tossed through hot pasta with parmesan and black pepper.
Sicily 2017 It is hard to put into words what makes our culinary tours so very special. They are unlike any tour you or I will ever take and I beg you to forego any thoughts of your ‘typical tours’. We do not skim the surface – we uncover local heroes and people. Truly […]
Family & a cracking Sunday roast lamb recipe for all Hello to you! I hope you are happy & well. I know that haven’t been present in this lovely blog space of late. Not as much as I would like to have been. Perhaps I used to have more time? More time to […]
Little ham and egg tarts for Fathers day Makes 12 My husband Michael proudly stands by the fact that these are still one of his favourites. They are one of the simplest pleasures. They are a treat for breakfast or brunch and they may just be the perfect thing for your Fathers day breakfast. Happy […]
Fermentation fundamentals – Saturday 2nd September 2017 12-3pm At Relish Mama, we offer a hugely diverse line up of cooking classes. This is thanks to the amazing team of passionate professionals, willing to share their skills, knowledge, and expertise with all those who come. In the 8 years since opening our doors, I feel […]
Lemongrass seems to create a little magic everywhere it goes and to everything it touches. I am rather obsessed with it myself and enjoy adding it also to soups, teas and curries, to name a few. I enjoy it very much in my stir-fries too. Lemongrass freezes well too (it can do no wrong, you […]
Photo credit – Tamara Erbacher. Styling credit – Lucienne Bowden I am in the throes of the most amazing experience and journey in the making of my second book. On Thursday this week, I handed in the final manuscript to my amazing (& patient) publisher. There were tears from me (exhausted and elated) as […]
We had the absolute enormous pleasure of welcoming Rosa Mitchell to Relish Mama last Saturday. Our guests were treated to an up close and personal experience with one very special lady and a very passionate foodie. Rosa works damn hard here in Melbourne and spreading her message here and afar. She is soon off to […]
Yesterday, I had the honour of attending an early morning event with two out of three of our daughters. Their school was hosting Mothers day early morning gathering with an exceptional guest speaker followed by cups of tea, conversation and a little something to nibble on. Ava really struggles in the mornings so it meant a great […]
Looking for a little something ‘yum’ to cook up with the kids these school holidays and Easter ? Our kids and teens classes are in full swing at Relish Mama these holidays. Sharing a delicious recipe from Catherine’s class yesterday. Happy holiday’s everyone ! Nellie x Chocolate cupcakes with Easter nest …….a little […]
Coincidentally, Relish Mama & I share our birthdays in the month of April. It’s funny though….. I feel relaxed about my own birthday. I do love it and yep….really love the fuss (I aint gonna lie….it’s my one day a year) but I am aware that I really breathe in Relish Mama’s birthday. It is a […]
An excellent vegetarian feast was enjoyed yesterday at Relish Mama. Our fabulous and passionate Caroline Gray was behind the big Relish Mama bench, teaching truly wonderful Vegetarian dishes in the style of Ottolenghi. This class is very special. Lots of hands-on communal cooking followed by a vegetarian feast at the table….with wines, of course. […]
Nowruz – Persian new year – 21st March Today is Persian New Year. ‘Nowruz’ is celebrated across cultures, religions and national borders. Nowruz bring all Persians together. It unites them. Norooz marks both the beginning of a new year and the beginning of spring for Iranian families. Thirteen days of celebrations follow, filled with visiting family […]
Do you know how to cook the perfect steak and what exactly is reverse sear ? In this post, I would love to share how to cook the perfect steak as well as explain what exactly is reverse sear ? 4 x 300g scotch fillet or porterhouse steaks Olive oil Salt and freshly […]
How to make a pretty stone fruit salad…….. Oh my lordy be….how good is the stone fruit at the moment ? Certainly not as plentiful as has been in other years but they are utterly delicious am I am personally loving their versatility. Right now I am making plum cakes, I am grilling peaches on the […]
Happy Australia day to all So many things to reflect on and celebrate. Today is a day I want to be slow at my table and share. Today is a day I want to celebrate & embrace difference. Today is a day I want to embrace and raise a glass to living in a country of […]
Gluten free lentil quinoa pomegranate salad For those in need of a nourishing new salad at this beautiful time of year, I’m so happy to share my gluten free lentil quinoa pomegranate salad. It’s a meal in itself, perfect for relaxed family dinners, and also a showstopper to take along when you’re asked to bring […]
New years eve recipes for you ……spiced prawns, clams in sherry and toasted pepitas from the Relish Mama kitchen. You may or may not be entertaining tonight as you welcome in the New year. I wanted to share with you a few quick recipes that I think are just perfect for a large […]
The practice of writing can enhance the brain’s intake, processing, retaining, and retrieving of information… it promotes the brain’s attentive focus … boosts long-term memory and gives the brain time for reflection. I recognize that I may not be the world’s best writer but I adore this space here that I have created to write […]
I know we all associate December with cookies, cocktails, parties, pudding and turkey but what about the side dishes that really shouldn’t be called side dishes because they are stars, very much, in their own right. I think you likely know my adoration for a great salad. It’s no secret. It’s a good thing I do […]
** Pre post note – This post was written almost a month ago on a wonderful warm night in Rome. My Macbook died on the holiday and although the post was written, the photos could not be uploaded once the hard drive died. It is very special for me to re read this now and share […]
Hello from my desk where I am supposed to be recipe creating and cooking class scheduling but instead….. I am eating. Slurping actually. It is all getting too hard so I am taking a breather to think, slurp my soup and write to you. Who says multi tasking is dead ! I think about […]
I’ve been making lots of homemade stock lately. I can’t quite keep up with the amount we use to supply the cooking school, but I am doing my best, and I really love the wonderful quality and sweeter flavours. Homemade vegetable stock recipe……. I think too many of us may throw out scraps of vegetables […]
Warming miso glazed salmon and soba noodle bowl Serves 4 Warming Miso Glazed Salmon and Soba Noodle Bowl: A Healthy and Nourishing Gluten-Free Delight Warming Miso Glazed Salmon and Soba Noodle Bowl This delicious miso-glazed salmon with soba noodles is sure to become a family favourite. It’s full of flavour, nourishing, and perfect […]
I have missed writing. It is one of the things I do for my ‘play’ and I worked out last week just how important my ‘play’ really is for my mental well-being. Yes, stating the obvious, I know but sometimes, we all forget to ‘play’. Going back a few paces, I set myself a challenge […]
I have so much to tell you right now but I worry I would bore you. Not sure anyone needs to hear my mixed emotions this week of how happy yet tired I am right now. How my feet hurt from this weeks daily15-hourr shifts yet how I don’t care because I feel so great that the […]
Invite someone over for a curry ….go on….do it! Usually, the response is an enthusiastic and loud “Ohhhhhhhhhh I love a good curry”. Sometimes it is a fist pump followed by a “yeeeeessss” but always, it’s a happy response. Curry nights are special. I love that sense of sharing, of communal dishes being passed around […]
Happy Easter all you gorgeous folk. I hope you have a very special time with family and friends and that your break is a super happy & relaxing one. I adore these chocolate truffles. Pretty quick and easy to make and a lovely ‘something different’ for your Easter table or gifts. I have […]
Last Sunday night was a very special one here at Relish Mama. Many lovely guests gathered to be part of a lovely celebration and information session here with us. We gathered essentially to talk more about our incredible trip to Liguria October 3rd-10th. It was wonderful and all very social & relaxed – just the […]
I have the most lovely of books called ‘Lunch at the shop’ ; The Art & Practice of the midday meal by a clever man named Peter Miller. For many of us, lunch has become a rush. It is often eaten on the run without acknowledging that we need to take a break. I […]
Each school holidays, we have the joy and privledge of running our kids and teens cooking classes at Relish Mama. At Relish Mama we believe with all our might that every child should be given the opportunity to learn to cook. Cooking is a valuable life skill that sets us up for good health, great lifetime […]
Just think about this for a second……..one lovely daughter, working really hard in the kitchen cooking her Mother some really awesome healthy snacks and takes them out to said Mother, who is resting by the pool and sipping on her G & T. yes, yes, and yesssss. Nothing snaps a Mother out of her delusional state faster than […]
So it is just three days until the big beautiful day that is Christmas. This blog post on how to cook the perfect turkey, is my big fat thank you to you all for following this journey that is now seven years of Relish Mama. I thank you for your beautiful support, kind words and […]
Thanks for all of the lovely comments and emails regarding my last blog post – One unforgettable food tour to Italy. You will all just have to come with us next year! We will be hosting an info night regarding the 2016 tour and serving dishes from the Ligurian region of Italy so do stay […]
“For whatever it’s worth: It’s never too late to be whoever you want to be. I hope you live a life you’re proud of, and if you find that you’re not, I hope you have the strength to start over.” Eric Roth, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Screenplay “Our lives are defined […]
