Food Slate - by Lara M

Monday Mumbles A few words and a shrug along the way Pumpkin ... a versatile fruit often used in baking and cooking ... common favourites are pumpkin soup, pumpkin pies and just simply roasted ... full of lutein and alpha and beta carotene ... though fairly hard before cooking,...

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Monday Mumbles A few words and a shrug along the way Lotus Root ... rich in dietary fiber, vitamin c, potassium, thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin B6, phosphorus, copper and manganese ... texture is slightly crunchy and it has a mild sweet taste ... typically used in soups, sometimes...

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Good Ol Leftovers Leftovers are never wasted in our household. Its always eaten up with gratitude especially after a busy day of work or running around. Usually its a quick and simple process of reheat and serve. If youre however feeling a bit more creative, leftovers can be the basic...

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I love it when mangoes are in season. The aromatic fragrance is enough to have you salivating as you impatiently peel and slice it. Though it can be fairly expensive, if youre willing to put up with a few imperfect ones, you might be able to score a tray for a fairly low price at the markets. ...

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I dont particularly like heavy sauces with my food. So, anything with cream in it is avoided like the plague. However, sometimes you do just want some sauce on say, a piece of steak though many have said that a good piece of steak cooked right shouldnt need sauce ) My version of an Ea...

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He pulled his woollen hat over his ears and wrapped his scarf tighter around his neck. Squinting, trying to block out the blowing gale, he tried his hardest to walk normally on the footpath. Shuffling along, his steps heavy in the boots, he stopped to catch a breath. Just another block tho...

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Monday Mumbles A few words and a shrug along the way Cauliflower ... an excellent source of vitamin C good source of dietary fibre and folate it is thought that it has many chemical compounds which be beneficial to our health ... great in salads, stir-fries ...and more... ...

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Tetsuya's Sashimi of Kingfish with Blackbean amp Orange Feelings of being spendthrifts and it being a waste if it was bad washed over us as we sat down in the nondescript dining room. We decided to allow a glass of cocktail to settle us into our 13-course epicurean journey at Tetsuyas. ...

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Monday Mumbles A few words and a shrug along the way Salmon ... one of natures Superfoods packed with lots of goodness rich in essential fatty acids, anti-oxidants, and a range of vital vitamins and minerals a good source of Omega-3 which has been scientifically shown to ...

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If chocolate doesnt quite do it for you, and you prefer something creamy and savoury then youve got to try some truffle butter! Might sound odd but trust me, its exceptionally pleasant on the palate. The soft woody taste of the black truffle somehow gels harmoniously with the light salti...

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Mother Nature cant seem to decide when to truly end winter. Im getting tired of the gusty ice-cold wind and rain. Though it has been sunny, its deceivingBrr On those days, I love a good hearty soup, and a good movie and book while Im cosy indoors. Some days, instead of a hearty soup, ...

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If youve ever wanted a doggy bag from Tetsuyas and was disappointed that you couldn't, heres some (yummy) good news! Tetsuya launched his unique range of gourmet products yesterday, after many years of demand from diners at his restaurant. The launch kicked off with a two-hour cooking d...

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Monday Mumbles A few words and a shrug along the way Congee rice porridge eaten in a variety of ways all over Asia a simple dish of rice boiled for a couple of hours in large amounts of water the smoother the texture of the rice porridgecongee, the better it is like a...

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My life is in boxes. Its a surreal feeling is it a new start or did I leave something behind I look around. Hmmgenerous kitchen area. The kitchen benchtop is four cupboards long and the pantry is almost like a walk-in. I should be in kitchen heaven, no I'm still feeling of sorts. N...

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Tetsuyas has been the receiver of the highest rating (Three Chefs Hats) in the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide since 1992, and is one of The Worlds 50 Best Restaurants", Restaurant Magazine (London) since 2002. His renowned degustation set menu offers the best produce in season pa...

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