Food is a big part of my life, and one of my passions. I have another passion in my life which makes me calm and happy. It's the beach, and it was time to incorporate this into the name of my blog. As well as food, this blog shares a bit of my personality too.... Continue Reading →
Yummy Lamb Burgers
I found this recipe in one of Donna Hay's books that I borrowed from the library. As usual I have added my own little twist. It is so easy for a quick Friday night meal, or even mid-week meal. The secret of good food, is to make it look good too. It would be so easy... Continue Reading →
Creamy Tuna Pasta
A few weeks ago, I went and visited my daughter in Wellington for her birthday. This is her second year, at Victoria University, and she is now living in an apartment in Central Wellington. I love visiting Wellington, it has such a creative buzz, and is laid back, but is also full of great places... Continue Reading →
Mellons Bay Chocolate Brownie
I have been wanting to share this recipe with you for a while. This recipe is cooked within 20 minutes, and doesn't take long to prepare. It is so easy, and a recipe you will go to, time and time again. But this weekend the chocolate brownie wasn't so simple. Our youngest daughter Jennifer was home for... Continue Reading →
Moroccan Mince
Our household is entering a new phase. When both your daughters are over 18, does that mean our responsibilities as parents are over? This was a post my husband put on Facebook, before our girls went out clubbing. It really is a must-do, hitting the town as soon as you turn 18. Our daughters will... Continue Reading →
Fresh from the Sea
What can be better than having freshly caught snapper for dinner! We live close to the sea, near Eastern Beach, and from our bedroom we can see the boaties all heading out to sea. At the start of the day in summer, the boaties are up before the birds, and heading down to Half Moon Bay... Continue Reading →