A few short weeks after moving into our new place, The Italian and I discovered that our apartment complex was riddled with short-stay accommodation (discovered after some snooping on a little-known website for such dwellings). …
Sharing a birthday with an annual public holiday or festival is of mild annoyance for many birthdayees. For some, it's a happy coincidence that increases the chance of a large-scale celebration on their day of …
The situation at the Italian shoe box has become increasingly strange. The dog that once used to greet me by firmly nudging his nose into my leg, slobbering on me and then eventually settling into …
It's safe to say that I cannot pull off the glamourous travel-for-work, jetsetter thing. By the time I reach a destination, I am a food-stained, wrinkle-shirted, bleary-eyed mess. I confirmed this new bit of self-awareness …
This morning in sunny, autumnal Melbourne, I sat at my desk with a lovely sun-streaked view of the Shrine and surrounding gardens, and thought about the following: it’s Friday, thanks the heavens. It’s Good Friday …
This pudding is about as sinful as it gets. Rob’s Sussex Pond Pudding is, quite literally, not for the faint-hearted. It truly is the ultimate comfort food. If you are going to indulge in this …
These heavenly little pillows of sweetness have been present at many an afternoon tea, bridal shower, baby shower and birthday celebration. I’ve made them countless times! They are perfect for that small, sweet hit in …
If you read the story behind the Chicken Waldorf sandwiches, you will know that these scrumptious muffins were also enjoyed during my day with the injured Marissa. As my co-stylist and photographer for this shoot, …
I buy fruit with the best of healthy eating intentions. I arrange newly-bought fruit in my ornate Morrocan bowl, where it sits colourfully and proudly, looking good enough to inspire a still-life painting. And then …
A couple of years ago I worked in the same department as Andi, a gorgeous American who introduced me to the very exotic flavour combinazione of peanut butter and chocolate. After a trip back home …