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Christmas Cake Decorating Ideas
Nov 19, 2019
Many people are happy with a bit of boozy cream or custard with their Christmas Cake but add a few simple ingredients and your guests will be wanting more! Decorate...
Almond Brandy Butter Icing
Nov 18, 2019
Add a touch of Christmas to your cake with Almond Brandy Butter Icing. Ingredients 125g soft unsalted butter 500g icing sugar 80g ground blanched almonds 2-3 tablespoons of brandy Method...
Beetroot, Juniper, Orange & Vodka Cured Salmon
Nov 05, 2019
This simple cured salmon recipe is easy to make, tastes amazing and adds a vibrant touch to your festive table. Ingredients: 300g raw beetroot, grated or purée 250g coarse salt Zest 1 orange...
Party Time Tips – Catering for a Teen Party
Oct 24, 2019
Spring is upon us and it’s the perfect time for entertaining! The question is – do you spend the day making and baking yourself or simply order a delicious spread...
Dani Valent's Signature Dish Series with Phillippa
Oct 21, 2019
SOLD OUT! Phillippa is collaborating with renowned food writer Dani Valent for her Signature Dish Series of exclusive experiences with top chefs. Ten participants only will join us for a...
Phillippa’s Honey Anzac Biscuit
Sep 01, 2019
Recipe From Phillippa’s Home Baking When making these biscuits, consider lighter honeys, such as clover or blue gum. Ingredients: 125g butter 1 tablespoon honey 2 ½ tablespoons water 100g rolled...
Keeping Alive the Art of Great Bread Making
Jul 26, 2019
Making great bread is a fine art. The word ‘artisan’ is so frequently used these days that it seems to have lost its true worth. The same can be said...
Phillippa’s Bread Baking Classes
Jul 24, 2019
We have two Bread Baking classes with Phillippa coming up. Choose one or attend both! 1. Demonstration Bread Making Class Thursday 15th August 20196.00 – 9.00 pm Learn how to...
Meet the Author – Phillippa talks with Stephanie Wood about ‘FAKE’
Jun 22, 2019
Wednesday 17th July 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm In her soon-to-be-released book, Fake, Stephanie Wood has written a riveting, important account of contemporary love, and the resilience of those who have witnessed...
Toasted Hot Cross Bun Ice Cream
Mar 26, 2019
Toasted Hot Cross Bun Ice Cream This ice cream had a delicious chewy quality and the toasting brings out the spice and citrus flavours. Ingredients 3 Phillippa’s Hot Cross Buns...
Phillippa's Gingerbread Baking Class
Mar 26, 2019
FULLY BOOKED Thursday 11th April 3 – 4.45pm If you are between the ages of 7-13, come join Phillippa Grogan to celebrate Easter and explore the world of Gingerbread. In this...
Honey Spiced Creamed Sweet Potato puree
Mar 26, 2019
Phillippa's Honey Spiced Creamed Sweet Potato Puree has a wonderful spice taste and light crunchy texture. Ingredients 1kg peeled diced sweet potato 3 Tbsp olive oil ½ tsp nutmeg Salt...