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Tiny Pleasures #342: Lemon Zest
The addition of lemon zest to a savoury sauce brings a whole new flavour dimension. This evening's red vegetable sauciness became extra tasty with a few slices of zest. After cooking they appear as lemony of tongues to be fished out before serving.
Tiny Pleasures #341: Kitchen Window
I love a restaurant with a window into the kitchen that lets diners watch the chefs at work. It's even better when the chef is singing Smurf songs and plating up Green Eggs. I highly recommend Peasant/Higher Society in Sturt Street, Ballarat. Excellent coffee, food, wine list and service.
Tiny Pleasures #340: nintingbool Pinot
There aren't a lot of vineyards in Ballarat, so it's always a treat to taste one I haven't tried before. Nintingbool Vineyard is about 10km south-west of Ballarat, on the way to the little town of Smythesdale, where I grew up. Their 2017 Pinot Noir is a beautiful example of Victorian Pinot Noir. Quite savoury and minerally,
Tiny Pleasures #339: Hungarian Crêpe Recipe
I partook in a crêpe-off on Tuesday with Rob, my bass player and fellow food lover. I made my French recipe, he made his Hungarian one and we taste tested with an array of toppings. They were both good. The French a little richer, the Hungarian lighter. Now I have two recipes to choose from depending on
Tiny Pleasures #338: Walk With A Friend
A walk beneath the trees by the creek is a fine way to smooth the transition from day to evening, especially in the company of a friend. There's something about walking and talking that makes the conversation more honest and open and rewarding. I took the photo on my way home, hence only my shadow, but I
Tiny Pleasures #337: Sea Wood
I find it fascinating how the sea ages different substances. I don't know why the wood of the old jetty posts are black, but it's mesmerising watching tide wash over and leave the sand in different patterns each time.