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  • Chocolate Pelargonium Slice – The French Alternative

    Jackie French used the leaves of a peppermint pelargonium (Pelargonium tomentosum), also known as peppermint geranium, to flavour this unusual... read more

  • Easter Trivia

    Moveable Feast Easter is one of the moveable feasts of the Christian religion. It is usually celebrated on the first... read more

  • Avocado – The French Alternative

    Jackie French discussed growing and using the sacred Aztec ahuacatl, more commonly known as the avocado. This handsome tree has... read more

  • Bananas

    People think that putting food in the fridge makes it last longer, but that’s not always true. Bananas, for example,... read more

  • Best Dressed Salads

    One of the easiest ways to have a quick, healthy meal is to barbecue or grill some fish, chicken or... read more

  • A Good Start

    Surveys show that about 30% of people often skip breakfast, yet it is the most important meal of the day.... read more

  • Alcohol

    Alcohol is mainly comprised of ethanol, plus a very small amount of methanol. When you consume an alcoholic drink, your... read more

  • Arthritis

    Over 2.7 million Australians have arthritis, which makes it the most common chronic health condition in the community. Arthritis simply... read more

  • Asparagus Frittata

    Geoff Jansz reminded viewers that spring is asparagus season, a time of year when good quality, fresh asparagus is available... read more

  • Peppermint Foot Rejuvenator – The French Alternative

    Peppermint Foot Rejuvenator – The French Alternative If you’re a no-shoes person at heart, you may need Jackie’s Peppermint Foot... read more

  • Finger Limes

    CANAPES Savoury Mix: Cream Cheese Coriander Salt & Pepper Garnish with finger lime pulp Serve on crackers Sweet Mix: Mascarpone... read more

  • Cheap Eats – Two Minute Noodles

    Geoff Jansz travelled to Richmond, Melbourne, where he met Geoff Lindsay, chef and owner of the award-winning Pearl Restaurant and... read more