Northey Street City Farm
I recently heard about Northey Street City Farm and let me tell you something – I cannot wait to check it out for myself! As most will know, I had a wee little epiphany at the EDB2012 earlier this year. Wanting to be more aware of where my food comes from and what’s available to me (and you) in terms of local produce, I was enormously excited to hear about Northey Street City Farm. Situated on the banks of Brisbane’s Breakfast Creek in Windsor, Northey Street City Farm is a non-profit community organisation who developed an organic farm right here in the heart of Brisbane. They wanted a...
Read MoreMcLaren Vale – Food, Wine and Culture
After my epiphany during the EDB2012 Adelaide weekend it was off to the McLaren Vale for this little foodie. It was longtime friend Cara (once a part of the Wednesday Girls Dinner crew) who came and whisked me off to the charming landscapes of the McLaren Vale. Filled with ideas and jumping with gusto, Cara listened thoughtfully (and patiently) to my EDB2012 weekend. I was so looking forward to the next few days; a girly adventure with an old friend was going to be the perfect accompaniment to my South Australian escape. Chandlers Hill – overlooking Adelaide The drive from Adelaide to...
Read MoreEat Drink Blog 2012 – My epiphany Part 1
The house is quiet, I’m on my second cup of coffee and the rain is making music on my roof. It’s time to sit down and reflect on the memorable experiences I’ve had recently during my time in Adelaide, South Australia for the Eat Drink Blog 2012 Conference (EDB2012).
There are so many emotions and ideas running through my head that I’m finding it difficult to pinpoint where exactly to begin my culinary story. Perhaps I should simply start at the beginning…
Read MoreEat Drink Blog 2012 – My epiphany Part 2
Sunday morning a little weary from the night before, I made my way back to the conference room where my fellow EDB2012 delegates were to meet for an 8:30am breakfast. Thanks to Red Door Bakery and The Yoghurt Shop I walked into a room piled high with sweet treats and savoury delights all invitingly presented with a Horse Racing theme. The scene was a food blogger’s fantasy; there wasn’t a camera-free hand in sight. The hustle and bustle to get to the front of the group to get the best photo made me giggle aloud. It’s so warm to be in a room surrounded by people who share the love I have for...
Read MoreEat Drink Blog 2012 – Food Writing Workshop w/ Dianne Jacob
Sitting inside Diane Jacob’s EDB2012 Food Writing Workshop for I felt nervous. People often tell me that my writing style is passionate and inviting but I think it lacks many things and isn’t as strong as I want it to be. I had to tell myself enough with the self-doubt! I’m here to learn so don’t be troubled, simply listen and learn to what Dianne Jacob has to say. Listen and learn I did and Dianne taught me this… It’s more important to be able to tell a story than to be descriptive with a recipe. My goal as a food writer (and yes I am one – thanks Dianne) should be to...
Read MoreThe Laneway Ladies – Spring Seed Wine Co.
Last Thursday after work, a few girlfriends and I ventured to The Laneway bar in Brisbane for Ladies of The Laneway.
Being the first and signature event for the wine industry, Ladies of The Laneway was a ladies only affair for those who appreciate their fine wine.
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