Her chariot is an empty hazelnut Made by the joiner squirrel or old grub, Time out o’ mind the fairies’ … More
Category: Salad
A Beautiful Winter Coleslaw
We went out to the bush last Sunday. It turned out to be the kind of winter’s day you wish … More
Radicchio & Roasted Carrot Salad
Most weeks roll on like the ones before, and the ones after. We eat and sleep and play. We work … More
Beetroot, Quinoa & Hazelnut Salad
My older brother and his daughter have been coming around on Wednesdays to spend the day with us. The kids … More
Peach & Fennel Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing
“The walls were wet and sticky, and peach juice was dripping from the ceiling. James opened his mouth and caught … More
Toasted Coconut & Green Mango Salad
Whenever I go someplace new, I seek out the markets. Not the tourist trinket traps, or even the quirky weekend … More
Lemony Barley with Grapes, Thyme & Almonds
“On the vines the grapes hung in tiny clusters, freckled and warm.” – from My Family and Other Animals by … More
Eggplant Orzo Salad
It was bigger than an emu’s dark brown egg But smooth and glossy. Its outside was curiously hard If you … More
Golden Beetroot, Shallot & Grilled Apple Salad
My kids have decided that they will no longer nap at the same time during the day. My hour or … More
Sprout Salad with Crème Fraîche Dressing
I’ve been staying up later than usual these last few nights (which is still pretty early for most grown-ups). I’ve … More