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Life: What’s in my kitchen

October 1, 2015 by Shari

Oh hi October…where did you come from? It feels like I am back on the autobarn in Germany – I see a month in my rearview mirror, then suddenly it is right beside me and then in a heart beat it is off in the distance again. Am I travelling at 180 kilometres an hour and time is travelling at over 300 kilometres an hour? Will time ever seem to slow down or does it just continue to get faster as we get older?

As you know, I’m joining link ups this year and this link up is hosted by Celia’s from Fig Jam and Lime Cordial.

In my October kitchen….

I’ve been munching on beautiful Spring asparagus. I was sent out a lovely couple of bunches from the Australian Asparagus Council {and the most beautiful tea towel – I’m a sucker for a bright tea towel}. Now, I think the spears just need to be steamed and enjoyed – but the Australian Asparagus Council provided me with some awesome recipes to use the tender Australian spears in. I think my favourite recipe would have to be the asparagus and sweet corn fritters which we enjoyed for lunch. And my favourite recipe using asparagus would have to be my Mexican style fish and chips.

Australian asparagus

In my October kitchen…

I found these gluten free almond macaroons, from Mother Meg’s, in Ainslie IGA and knew that they had to come home with me. Selecting only the best Australian ingredients ~  together with traditional baking techniques, no added preservatives and stylish packaging, Mother Meg’s strive to be regarded as the premium brand in their class. I can confirm that their product is outstanding and the perfect little gluten free treat {for when little ones have gone to bed – because who wants to share?}. I have a simple little ice cream sundae recipe, using Mother Meg’s gluten free almond macaroons, that I am going to share with you in the upcoming weeks – so stay tuned!

Gluten free almond macaroons

 

In my October kitchen…

I’ve enjoyed these delicious juices from The Fix. Haven’t heard of ‘The Fix’ ? Well, it is Canberra’s first cold pressed juice company run by the beautiful Jovan and Lucianne {like have you seen better headshots?}. I first wrapped my lips around one of these babies when I was enjoying a lunch out at 80/20 in Braddon and I have been hooked ever since. I picked up these juices from Ainslie IGA {after a beautiful morning at Paint & Play} and have been enjoying them on ice as the weather warms up.

Juices from The Fix

In my October kitchen…

I have enjoyed a square or two each night of this delicious dark chocolate that I also picked up at my local IGA. Dark chocolate is one of the best sources of antioxidants on the planet. Studies show that real dark chocolate can improve health and lower the risk of heart disease. I actually really like dark chocolate {like more then milk or white chocolate} and have decided that I will no longer purchase ‘sugary chocolate’ for my household.

Drak chocolate from Valrhona

In my October kitchen…

We have made our way through an egg or two {ok, maybe more then a dozen} from Cuppacumbalong. I picked up two dozen from the Southside Farmers Market the other weekend and the boys have been busy demolishing boiled eggs for breakfast each morning. Cuppacumbalong describe their eggs as ‘beyond organic’ – they pride themselves on their small sustainable permaculture. Their stall also sells a delicious Spanish sourdough that is not to be missed!

Cuppacumbalong eggs from the Southside Farmers Market

In my October kitchen…

I’ll be boiling up pots and pots of delicious pasta from Sue from ‘Dish it Up’. If you haven’t had the pleasure of enjoying Sue’s amazing pasta then you’re missing out. Dish it up makes fresh gourmet pastas and mediterranean cuisine using bio dynamic free range eggs and all things natural – nothing artificial, no preservatives and no canola oil. She has developed an award winning grain free – naturally gluten free – pasta that doesn’t contain any soy flour {like many commercially made gluten free pastas}. If you’re able to track her down at the Southside Farmers Market then I highly recommend the garlic and the chili pasta.

Delicious gluten free pasta from Dish it Up

 

In my October kitchen…

I’m filling my fridge with these awesome beef sausages from ANDO Organics. As soon as the weather warms up, I love to BBQ and eat outside. ANDO Organics have a great range of locally grown organic lamb and beef – I really am enjoying their lamb steaks at the moment {5 minutes in the pan with a little olive oil, chili, parsley and lemon} . Now, whilst there is nothing wrong with the simple snag, some times I like to make my BBQ a little fancier – so here are some of my favourite BBQ recipes: Lebanese BBQ chicken, lamb kofta and saltimbocca skewers.

ANDO Organics sausages

What new things have you picked up and tried lately? Have you been to your local Farmers Markets lately? Do you purchase organic produce? Do you purchase new brands or do you stick with what you have tried and tested? Anything interesting happening with you and your family in October?

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Filed Under: life Tagged With: ANDO organics, asparagus, Chocolate, cold pressed juice, Cuppacumbalong, Dish it up, eggs, farmers markets, Gluten Free, life, local produce, pasta, sausages, seasonal produce, southside farmers market, The Fix, what's in my kitchen

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  1. celia says

    October 31, 2015 at 5:13 pm

    Asparagus! Everywhere I look! Your bunch looks so delicious, and screams spring! That dark chocolate sounds the business too! 🙂

  2. TIFFIN bite sized food adventu says

    October 12, 2015 at 6:51 pm

    I’ve been really making the most of the asparagus. The season is over too soon isn’t it though? I love the look of that purple juice. So refreshing. And whilst I’m on it, though you didn’t make mention of those snowdrops (or whatever those white flowers are), they are a delight

    Cuppacumbalong – that’s a mouthful!

    • Shari from GoodFoodWeek says

      October 13, 2015 at 9:02 am

      The season is over way too quick! The white flowers are actually some fake white agapanthus – I love agapanthus {which don’t do as well down in Canberra as in Sydney or even Bawrol}.

  3. sherry from sherryspickings says

    October 10, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    ooh i love dark chocolate. and look at the beautiful asparagus. everyone seems to be having it lately. i have heard of that juice company with the young owners. they look pretty good on it too:)

    • Shari from GoodFoodWeek says

      October 11, 2015 at 11:42 am

      Isn’t dark chocolate the best! And it is good for you – so why not have a square or two after dinner each night {and the kids are less likely to stuff their faces silly with it}.

  4. Jennifer @Milk & Honey says

    October 8, 2015 at 8:59 pm

    Market fresh asparagus, pasta, eggs and quality chocolate, it doesn’t get much better than that. You’re livin’ the dream.

    • Shari from GoodFoodWeek says

      October 9, 2015 at 9:19 am

      Thanks Jennifer – I love looking back on all the beautiful things that have come through my kitchen eat month.

  5. Glenda says

    October 8, 2015 at 2:29 am

    Hi Shari. We too are eating lots of fresh asparagus at the moment – there is nothing better with a soft egg.

    • Shari from GoodFoodWeek says

      October 8, 2015 at 10:24 am

      Asparagus and soft eggs – delicious!

  6. Kim Bultman says

    October 8, 2015 at 12:09 am

    Shari, thanks for the link to your Mexican style “fish & chips” — marvelous recipe! I enjoyed your photos & writing, too — so many healthy things going on in your kitchen, including dark chocolate. 🙂

    • Shari from GoodFoodWeek says

      October 8, 2015 at 10:24 am

      Glad that you like my Mexican inspired ‘fish and chips’ – it is one that gets a big run in my household!

  7. Karrine Beasley says

    October 7, 2015 at 5:20 pm

    Ok so Ainslie IGA sounds like THE place to shop! Will have to check it out when I back back to the berra 🙂

    • Shari from GoodFoodWeek says

      October 7, 2015 at 8:53 pm

      I love Ainslie IGA.

  8. Ania Armé says

    October 7, 2015 at 7:19 am

    Happy October Shari, I’m in love with those asparagus spears and craving spring already. And your sausages made me smile as one of my close friends has a nickname of Ando, she’s a quality bird :-).

    • Shari from GoodFoodWeek says

      October 7, 2015 at 2:41 pm

      Happy October to you, Ania! The sausages from ANDO Organics are seriously good!

  9. Emily (Cooking for Kishore) says

    October 7, 2015 at 3:23 am

    Hi Shari, this month has definitely flown by, but it does mean we get to do another IMK! That’s a lovely bunch of asparagus in your kitchen, and how nice to get a pretty tea towel with it. I know what you mean about the eggs, I was lucky enough to trade summer produce for ‘beyond organic’ eggs and they were just the most delicious. Thanks for sharing. 🙂

    • Shari from GoodFoodWeek says

      October 7, 2015 at 2:40 pm

      Thanks for stopping by Emily. I am sure it will be Christmas before we know it! I am all about the ‘beyond organic’ eggs 🙂

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