Category Archives: Lamb

Rio Barbecue, Dee Why

“I’m having bruschetta for lunch, what about you?” Mysaucepan asks. “I just had a banana and some yoghurt for breakfast and that will do me for the day” I reply. “But wouldn’t you be hungry by mid afternoon?” she says. … Continue reading

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Petersham, the “little Portugal” of Sydney

Multicultural Australia today means different things to different people. The Australian Census of Population and Housing is a rich source of data and information about Australians and their cultural charateristics. The latest census conducted this year revealed that about a … Continue reading

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Lunch at The Grounds of Alexandria

It was my birthday last weekend and I told Mysaucepan that being a Cancerian, my personality traits are exactly true to what my horoscope describes – homely and caring, moody at times but also creative, sensitive and a romantic at heart. I … Continue reading

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Hatch Cottage, Moss Vale, Southern Highlands

When we visited the Southern Highlands in autumn last year, we were really enchanted by the beautiful colours of the trees and vegetation. We are just a little early this year but nevertheless, we see so many beautiful colours around … Continue reading

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ChopinandMysaucepan – First Blogiversary

“Life is not about the length of our time here but moments in time that give us inner peace. By capturing these moments on this blog, it is my hope it will also help you to relive your moments in … Continue reading

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Centennial Vineyards Restaurant, Bowral, NSW

“An avant-garde approach to food, showcasing some of the Southern Highlands and Australia’s best produce” and “Modernism mixed with a little orthodox”. These are the opening propositions of a menu that is intended to provide diners with unique local flavours … Continue reading

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Thai style slow-cooked lamb shoulder

// // // ]]>// I can’t quite recall the last time I was caught in the rain, but I was caught yesterday afternoon rushing about in the city. The consolation was that I was with my wife, Mysaucepan. She managed … Continue reading

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