The Weekend's Calling: What to Eat, Wear, and Seriously Love.

I'm only hugging you to feel if you're wearing cashmere.

Edition #22

Winter won’t last long, so better make the most of it. Eat it. Wear it. Love it.

We are.

The most memorable thing in my mouth this week? A French Earl Grey Matcha.

French Earl Grey Matcha

Hand-whisked ceremonial Uji matcha infused with bergamot-rich Earl Grey,
topped with cream and orange zest. Citrusy, creamy, refreshing for a Winter’s Day.

Served on ice, but still warm with spice from the tea.
It’s a little indulgence and I’m still thinking about it when I get home.

Everyone Looks Better in Winter.

Knitwear returns and makes me want to hug you, just to feel your jumper.
And your perfume, layer your scents. I’m sniffing your neck too. That’s winter magic to me.

Cara Cara Orange

Celebrating Citrus Season

My new favourite orange deserves a mention, try the Cara Cara.

Winter Swimming Crystal Clear Waters

Dialled up to full HD colour, we’re just waiting for it to happen!

When it does and I feel exhilarated and amazing I wonder why you’re not all swimming with me.

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Here’s what you need to be eating.

Ham’s Meatball Roll

First up - Ham’s meatball Soutzoukakia roll. By far one of the best things to eat in Cronulla.

“We don’t like it, we love it.” chef husband

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Here’s what you need to be cooking.

Potatoes - you might think they’re ordinary stodge, but they’re at their sweetest in winter. Yukon Gold or Dutch Creams, whatever you can get your hands on - creamy, rich, luxurious. To James (and the vegans), that’s their steak. These are the wagyu of potatoes. Kipflers? Pretty special too.

So pick your spud and now you’re on your way to making Lemon Potatoes. Steam them, toss them in extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice and the rind, crushed garlic, mustard, oregano, salt and black pepper before baking.

“It’s a one-pot wonder. And if you get it right - bang on - delicious.” James

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Word For Word: Couch Conversation with Chef Husband.

Homer Rogue Taverna is coming. So is this.

It’s sweet, boozy. This is what James said, exactly - while lighting the fire:

“I’ve ordered a fig leaf powder to make a fig leaf sugar to dust on some fresh….