Author Archives: thepaddingtonfoodie

Tart and Sweet. Rhubarb and Apple Buttermilk Muffins.

Posted on February 28, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

Is there anything more wonderful than rhubarb?  Bright and brilliant rosy red. Tart and sweet.  The glossier and crisper the stalks, the more intense the colour and the sweeter the fruit. When in season I buy bunches by the armful … Continue reading →

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A Little Naughty But Very Very Good For You. Oven Baked Kale Chips.

Posted on February 27, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

These vibrant dark green leaves belong to kale. A form of wild cabbage that produces stems with large leaves but no compact head. Heralded as the newest super food. Rich in minerals, vitamins and anti oxidants. Renowned for its cancer … Continue reading →

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The Good Egg. Persian Feta Omelette With Lemon Zest and Mint.

Posted on February 26, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

There is nothing simpler or more delicious than a perfectly cooked omelette. Easy to prepare and ready with in minutes. My go to dish for breakfast or brunch and on occasion  my too-tired-to-cook weeknight dinner solution. A beautifully cooked omelette is incredible. … Continue reading →

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Australia’s Answer To Tiramisu. A Trip Through Our Modern Culinary History. Chocolate Ripple Cake.

Posted on February 25, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

Italy has its Tiramisu.  Savoiardi biscuits. Dipped in coffee liqueur. Smothered in mascarpone cream. Assembled and left to work its magic in the refrigerator. Australia’s  answer to Tiramisu?   Chocolate Ripple Cake. Same concept. Similar ingredients. My favourite version? A packet of  Arnotts chocolate ripple … Continue reading →

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Monkey See. Monkey Do. A Breakfast Treat. Sweet Sticky Gooey Monkey Bread.

Posted on February 24, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

Like Curious George my interest has been piqued.  By  Monkey Bread.  As far as I can gather it’s a sweet, sticky, gooey breakfast pastry popular in the USA.  Sometimes also affectionately referred to as  puzzle bread, golden crown, pinch-me cake, bubble loaf and monkey brains. Well loved … Continue reading →

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Reinterpreting An Old Favourite. Caesar Salad With Poached Chicken and Maple Roasted Bacon.

Posted on February 22, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

Another post. Another salad. This time its a reinterpretation of the good old fashioned classic. Caesar Salad. I used to make this all the time. In the nineties that is. Before children. Not having eaten Caesar Salad in a very … Continue reading →

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Happy Days. Grilled Zucchini Salad With Lemon,Mint, Chilli and Goats Cheese.

Posted on February 21, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

I’m craving salad at the moment. Here is a fresh, vibrant gutsy zucchini rendition courtesy of Jamie Oliver. Featured in one of his very first books Happy Days. Published in 2001. Can it really be that  we have been enjoying … Continue reading →

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Crisp and Crunchy. Little Golden Risotto Balls. Arancini With Leek, Lemon and Saffron.

Posted on February 20, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

Arancini.  A Sicilian specialty. Crunchy, little golden risotto balls.  Traditionally filled with a rich slow-cooked tomato and meat ragu. Crumbed and fried to perfection. Pure genius. Incredibly delicious. Perhaps  invented by thrifty Italian mamas of  yore to make use of  leftovers. … Continue reading →

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Our Last Shrove Tuesday Hurrah. Crêpes With a Simple Orange and Brown Sugar Sauce.

Posted on February 19, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

I love crêpes but since Shrove Tuesday last week  I feel as if I have flipped and tossed enough galettes and crêpes to last me a life time. Not that my family was complaining. I have since retired my trusty crêpe pan to … Continue reading →

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Mes Petits Choux. Ice-Cream Choux Pastry Puffs with Nigella Lawson’s Salted Caramel Sauce.

Posted on February 18, 2013 by thepaddingtonfoodie

On the week-end I needed a quick and easy dessert. Something that could be whipped up from the contents of my pantry and refrigerator. Wasn’t too time consuming. And had a little bit of wow factor. Since our visit to … Continue reading →

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