Scones ala Ruby
• 3 cups self-raising flour • Pinch of salt • 1 tablespoon icing sugar • 1 tablespoon butter • 150 mls water • 150 mls cream Place dry ingredients in a bowl and rule butter through. Make a well in the centre and add the 300 mls of fluid. Mix with a knife until combined. [...]
The Memories That Shape Our Lives… Thank you to you all
Having just finished a wonderful two days traveling through Gatton, Laidley and Esk with the Food Tales workshops, my heart is still filled with the wonderful stories and memories that were shared by all. In my line of work I get so much pleasure from sharing my recipes, my inspiration and foodie ideas, hopefully giving [...]
Food Tales w/ Matthew Evans in Cunnamulla
Like so many of the towns here, Cunnamulla has wide roads, blue skies, and hidden treasures. We were lucky enough to arrive in town the day after Boulders Café had opened its doors, enjoying lunch in the beautifully restored old building. The unassuming library is an inviting and lively place; ladies chatting, roses on the [...]
Food Tales in Warwick
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Easter Scones
Over the Easter break my partner and I went hiking and camping through the wonderful granite landscape of Girraween National Park. On the way home, we stopped in Stanthorpe for some lunch and a stretch of the legs. We were lucky to arrive just in time to catch the end of the Sunday Stanthorpe Market [...]
Scones
This recipe for scones is traditional, but oh so good. My nephew loves to make them with me. Needless to say they don’t last long once they come out of the oven. Ingredients: 4 cups self raising flour 300ml cream 300ml water a little extra flour for rolling out How to do it: Sift flour [...]
