Baking Sweet

It’s the beginning of cherry season in the Southern parts of Australia and it’s time to make pie. These lovely little pastries or hand pies are a two-bite seasonal delight that heralds in the…

My past Swiss mother in law was a wonderful cook, so when I entered the family she undertook my education in Swiss cooking and baking traditions with great spirit. Christmas biscuits are a much-loved…

When I think about fresh produce in Western Australia my thoughts immediately centre on the South West region. It’s where I’ve lived and worked most of my adult life however this small part of…

Easter is a Spring event in the northern hemisphere but here in the southern hemisphere, we’re surrounded by falling leaves, apples, quinces, figs and pumpkins. Like a good pumpkin scone, the addition of sweet…

Late summer Southern Forests fresh blueberries are an absolute treat and a classic blueberry muffin is hard to better.…

Rhubarb, I know, is not everyone’s favourite but its natural sourness helps to balance the sweetness when baked in puddings, cakes or muffins. This easy muffin recipe also includes the healthy goodness of rye…

A Roly Poly Pudding is a classic British dessert that gives you all the comfort of a saucy, sweet steamed pudding without the many hours to wait. Although traditionally made with jam instead of…