When I invited Gavin Hughes to share a recipe on Get Forked and Fly, I must admit that I wasn’t expecting this Chocolate and Almond Torte Recipe. Plenty of times over the years I have eaten at Gavin’s table at the Byron at Byron Resort and Spa where he has been the Head Chef … [Read more...]
Anzac Chocolate Cream Tart Recipe
As a child in primary school Anzac Day meant two things – school projects about Gallipoli and baking Anzac biscuits. As an adult I have a more reverent view about Gallipoli and the significance of Anzac but the wartime biscuits still have the same meaning. And so for Anzac Day … [Read more...]
Valentine Choc Fig Clafoutis Recipe
There is something very romantic about figs. Perhaps it is their terribly voluptuous form – almost heart shaped or bottom shaped - with their soft, delicate skin. Perhaps it is their place in ancient history, or mythology if you prefer, when that prudish couple Adam and Eve first … [Read more...]
Binge Eating, Birthday Parties and Britney
There have been two times in my life when I have woken up with vomit between my legs. Both times I had no recollection of the events. Both times I was under the age of 10. That’s what happens when you spend an afternoon binge eating cheerios and tomato sauce, … [Read more...]
