Really Good Olive Oil Chocolate Cake As seen on The Curious Cooks Podcast, Series I Episode 1 We’re food Obsessed – and what’s in it for you! In episode one, pull up a chair and meet your hosts; Kate and Tracey share their career highlights, death row meals, childhood food experiences, passion for eating and food education … Read more
Keeping It Fresh: How to Store Fruit, Veg & Herbs at Home Ever wondered why your cucumbers go mushy when left next to apples, or why basil wilts in the fridge but rosemary soldiers on? The way we store our fresh produce has a huge impact on how long it lasts – and how good … Read more
Whenever I put these sausage rolls on the table I get a standing ovation from the family! They’ve caused much excitement in our household over the years and our adult daughters still love them as much as they did when they were little. I urge you to make them now while local asparagus are … Read more
WA Asparagus – Fresh from the Farm Asparagus season is one of those times of year that really makes you appreciate the rhythm of our land. In Western Australia, we’re lucky enough to enjoy these vibrant green spears for a number of months thanks to the different climates across the state. Up north in the … Read more
There’s something about the Pilbara that grabs you by the shoulders and says: slow down, look around, and taste what’s real. Earlier in August, Anthony and I had the privilege of taking a group of curious food lovers into the red heart of cattle country for our inaugural Pilbara Food Tour – an adventure that … Read more
There’s a shortage of humble Cottage Cheese on the shelves at the moment – so what’s going on? TikTok and #protein are to blame! Cottage cheese is touted to be low fat and high has a protein content, which are two desirable properties for today’s conscious eater! Also doing the ‘social’ rounds is a great … Read more
After much careful thought, Anthony and I have made the decision to close the grocery side of Matters of Taste. Our final deliveries went out at the end of May 2025. Like many in WA’s fresh food industry, we’ve felt the growing pressures – tight margins, supply chain hiccups, and the regular interruptions that come … Read more
A quick and tasty pie that can even be made mid-week! With the roasting of some filling ingredients this keeps everything simple and allows time for preparing other components. Delish hot from the oven or cold as leftovers. INGREDIENTS TO MAKE 30CM PIE PASTRY 1 x 350gm Carême Sour Cream Shortcrust Pastry FILLING 200gm bacon … Read more
CASSEROLE 3 to 4 x chicken Maryland, bone in, skin on 20ml olive oil salt and black pepper 100gm bacon rashers 250gm onion 300gm carrot 250gm mushrooms 1 x medium clove garlic 20gm unsalted butter 25gm plain flour 60ml dry white wine 600ml chicken stock ¾ cup frozen baby peas MASH 650gm Royal Blue potatoes 25gm … Read more
A cheap and very cheerful mid-week dinner for the family. I say cheerful, because everyone will be happy with this in their tummies! This curry can be made hours in advance of serving. In fact, it tastes better if made in advance. WET MASALA 1 x medium onion 40gm butter 40gm fresh ginger 3 x … Read more
