I discovered Bass & Flinders distillery on the Mornington Peninsula, Australia quite by accident whilst at a recent truffle festival. They were represented at the festival with their Truffle Gin which was available for tasting. I had tasted an experimental truffle gin made by a Sydney company the previous week and liked the taste but…
REVIEW – Spirits – Gin!
I started drinking gin many years ago after being offered it by an older companion at a Christmas party. At the time I thought it was a more sophisticated drink to what I was used to. Over the years, my desire for gin has ebbed and flowed like an elicit lover affair, my true loves…
DRINKS – Kirkland Vodka!
I have to say that I am quite a fan of Costco and in particular, their own brand of products under the Kirkland banner! I am always open to trying new brands and new products – it is not always successful but when you do find something that’s good, you simply have to tell everyone…
REVIEW – About Life – Raw Foods!
About Life recently opened a store in Port Melbourne. I have to admit to being a little bit sceptical since it looked on the surface to be just another up market grocery store with extortionately high prices but I am glad to say I was wrong! It is a gold mine of fabulously healthy foods at…
REVIEW – Vodka!
I have a passion for Vodka which is as strong, if not stronger than my passion for food and wine! To many of us, vodka is the base for many a great cocktail and is a nice alternative to gin with tonic. My favourite summer drink is Vodka, Fresh Lime and Soda Water – refreshing,…
DRINKS – Dr Loosen Dr L Riesling – $$$
Dr Loosen Dr L Riesling is an affordable ($$$) white wine from the Mosel Saar Ruwer region of Germany. It is an entry level wine from a very popular German producer that is a good, dry example of a typical German Riesling. It is easy to drink and shows more weight and texture in comparison to…
MENU – Light Seafood!
You want a menu but you want something light, nothing too heavy or rich, just a light seafood menu – well here it is! I have included a number of dishes as they work well together but feel free to choose only the ones you want and add in any others as needed! I have…
DRINKS – Bress Gold Shiraz – $$$$$
Bress Gold Shiraz is an exceptionally, special ($$$$$) wine from the Heathcote region of Victoria, Australia. It is a spicy, peppery, full bodied Shiraz that complements food really well. Think slow cooked dishes, rich flavours and decadence and you get to feel why this wine is for special occasions. Try it with the slow cooked…
DRINKS – Waratah Hills Pinot Noir – $$$$
Waratah Hills Pinot Noir – is a special ($$$$) red wine from the Gippsland region in Victoria, Australia. It is a beautiful example of Gippsland Pinot – light, fragrant with a classic savoriness. It is only available at Cellar Door from the winery, but is well worth a visit if you are down in Gippsland. They…
REVIEW – Sunbeam Food Saver!
Before I bought a Sunbeam Food Saver, I only ate fish in the early part of the week, as after purchasing it fresh on a Saturday, it had to be consumed within 3 days! Not having time to shop during the week, this fact dictated the weekly dinner menu! And then someone told me about…