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Vintage Baking - Cockles from 1912

Published on 2013-05-22 08:21:00

Cockles Quarter of a pound of flour, 1/4 lb. cornflour, 1/4 lb. sugar, 1/4 lb. butter, 1 small teaspoon of baking powder, a pinch of salt. Beat butter and sugar together; break in 2 eggs one by one; mix well, add other ingredients.

Vintage Baking - Queen Cakes from 1912

Published on 2013-05-18 10:28:00

Queen Cakes is a recipe from 'The Goulburn Cookery Book'.

Pink Rose Sugared Pistachios

Published on 2013-05-16 06:59:00

If you really want to impress someone special why not try making some pretty pink rose sugared pistachios. Here's what you need: 100g unsalted pistachios 100g caster sugar 20g water red food colouring 2 drops rose essence Place the sugar,

Fairy Floss Marshmallows (Guimauve Barbe à Papa)

Published on 2013-05-10 21:32:00

Tomorrow is mother's day and my little gorgeous girl has organised a picnic hamper with baguettes, lemon and chocolate ganache tarts, elderflower cordial, fruit, cheese, nuts and crackers and more....

Blue Violet flavoured Mantou Style Buns inspired by Alice in Wonderland

Published on 2013-04-27 10:06:00

C Trippin' out Spinnin' around I'm underground, I fell down Yeah, I fell down I'm freakin' out

In loving memory of all Australian Diggers on ANZAC Day Thursday 25 April 2013

Published on 2013-04-25 01:02:00

What is ANZAC Day? ANZAC Day – 25 April – is probably Australia's most important national occasion. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. What does AN

Wing Woo Grocery Store, Wellington Street Central, Hong Kong

Published on 2013-04-16 08:47:00

Wing Woo grocery store was located in Wellington Street, Central and was one of the oldest stores in Hong Kong.

Chairman Mao's Red Braised Pork with Water Chestnuts

Published on 2013-04-13 22:39:00

After reading Fuschia Dunlop's "Shark's Fin & Sichuan Pepper - A sweet-sour memoir of eating in China" whilst still living in Hong Kong, I enjoyed it so much that I went to my local wet market, bought a 2lb slab of pork belly, the required ingredient

Homemade Cha Siu Bao (Steamed BBQ Pork Buns)

Published on 2013-04-13 08:15:00

When I lived in Hong Kong I reckon I belonged to some exclusive dim sum society as I absolutely adored drinking delicate jasmine or a lovely Pu-er/ Bolay tea and snacking on the most amazing selection of delightful sweet and/or savoury treats you cou

Chinese Style White Cut Poached Chicken

Published on 2013-04-07 03:46:00

I've been very very bad, I know that I should have made dumplings of some sort this weekend for dearest Emily but instead I made Chinese style white-cut poached chicken... sorry Em :( A lovely golden corn fed chook

Pork Dumplings with Hand Made Wrappers

Published on 2013-03-17 02:46:00

Making dumplings for the first time can prove a little tricky but with tips and a bit of practice you'll be making your own in no time.

Noodles with Beef & Soy Sauce

Published on 2013-03-17 02:19:00

These noodles were my absolute favourite in Hong Kong and I think I make a pretty mean version of them.

Caramelised Pork & Green Paw Paw Salad

Published on 2013-03-16 23:55:00

I love innovation in the kitchen and when I'm cooking for my knight in shining armour and gorgeous girls I make recipes up as I go along.

Deconstructed Nectarine

Published on 2013-03-09 04:30:00

Today, one of my gorgeous girls proudly brought me a plate of fruit and said "hey, look mum I've made a deconstructed nectarine" - lol.. it was a golden peach cut up into segments.

Violet Patissier Croquembouche with Spun Caramel & Nougatine Base

Published on 2013-03-03 00:32:00

Happy Birthday little r - I love you bits and bits xxx My gorgeous little girl has a birthday this week and she's requested that I make a croquembouche with violet patissier.

A Gorgeous Guinness Stew with Yorkshire Pudding

Published on 2013-02-28 16:30:00

My first ever taste of Guinness was in O'Neills pub in Dublin nearly 10 years ago and I've been hooked ever since.

Musk Macarons

Published on 2013-01-27 06:22:00

When I was little, we didn't have computers.

Fashion Designer, Louise Gray inspired Macarons - Lavender Ganache with Passionfruit Caviar

Published on 2012-12-15 00:23:00

Colour clash and crazy patterns Like my feet? Unfilled shells

Follow Me on Instagram

Published on 2012-12-07 04:10:00

To all my readers, you can now follow me on Instagram @ladymacaron20ten So even though I'll continue to post on my blog, you'll find all of my photo's on Instagram. L LadyMacaron20ten x

Fleur De Sel Dulche De Leche

Published on 2012-12-01 01:26:00

This afternoon I've been busy in the kitchen creating some lovely, gooey, gorgeous caramel coloured "Dulche De Leche".

Frock Up

Published on 2012-11-17 23:03:00

Harper's Bazaar "In Living Colour"

Published on 2012-10-27 17:30:00

Take inspiration from these amazing photo's of Chloe Norgaard and Beatrix Ost as they appear in Harper's Bazaar "In Living Colour".

MAC Marilyn Monroe Collection

Published on 2012-10-04 07:00:00

If you love the iconic bombshell Marilyn Monroe head over to MAC Cosmetics to get your hands on their new Marilyn Monroe inspired collection.

Recipe to Riches Australia

Published on 2012-08-08 06:57:00

Channel Ten are currently accepting applications for a new TV reality show called "Recipe to Riches" which is scheduled to be aired sometime next year... ..."you don't need to be a gourmet cook with a broad range of skills, we simply want your ONE best dish.

Neon Chartreuse Macarons with Violet Bubblegum Ganache

Published on 2012-07-26 22:51:00

... coming soon.

Mink Pink Slasher Shorts - Vote for Sheridan M

Published on 2012-07-23 05:50:00

My daughter is studying fashion at school and has designed a pair of Mink Pink slasher shorts.

CUE Clothing Co. Summer 2012-13 Campaign Inspired Macaron

Published on 2012-07-13 07:07:00

It has been quite some time since I wrote my last post but to all the wonderful people that visit and read my blog I thank you as I have now had over 100,000 page views!

The Iconic

Published on 2012-07-05 04:14:00

1950's Vintage Toy Singer Sewing Machine in Mint Condition

Published on 2012-06-13 07:33:00

If you'd like to get your hands on a gorgeous 1950's vintage toy Singer sewing machine follow this link. This little baby looks as though its never been used and is absolutely adorable!

Fash n Treasure - Autumn Trends - 5 May 2012 at Old Bus Depot Markets, Kingston Canberra

Published on 2012-03-17 01:54:00

3 Macaron Flavours in One Day - Violet, Salted Caramel & Hubba Bubba Bubblegum

Published on 2012-01-04 07:06:00

Tomorrow I'm driving down the coast with my 2 gorgeous girls to stay with my mum & dad and visit our cousins for a week. My mum often sees pictures of macarons on my blog but doesn't always get to taste them so I've been busy all day mixing, piping and baking 3 of our favourites and now have a huge container to give her. After my very cheeky entry in Mactweets whereby I made a Donna Hay packet mix, I also felt extremely guilty that I didn't go to a lot of effort so here we go guys I hope th [..]

3 Macaron Flavours in One Day - Violet, Salted Caramel & Hubba Bubba Bubblegum

Published on 2012-01-04 07:06:00

Tomorrow I'm driving down the coast with my 2 gorgeous girls to stay with my mum & dad and visit our cousins for a week. My mum often sees pictures of macarons on my blog but doesn't always get to taste them so I've been busy all day mixing, piping and baking 3 of our favourites and now have a huge container to give her. After my very cheeky entry in Mactweets whereby I made a Donna Hay packet mix, I also felt extremely guilty that I didn't go to a lot of effort so here we go guys I hope this [..]

Donna Hay Almond Macaron with Chocolate Filling

Published on 2012-01-02 06:28:00

I was walking through the aisle in Coles the other day and something that I hadn't noticed before in the baking section caught my eye - Donna Hay's Macaron Mix. Now, I'm not normally one for packet mixes but since it was the last one left on the shelf I thought that it must be pretty good so into my trolley it went. I know that some bakeries also use powdered macaron mixes so a bit like Alice I was somewhat curious and curiouser to see what all the fuss was about. Could I make magnificent maca [..]

Donna Hay Almond Macaron with Chocolate Filling

Published on 2012-01-02 06:28:00

I was walking through the aisle in Coles the other day and something that I hadn't noticed before in the baking section caught my eye - Donna Hay's Macaron Mix. Now, I'm not normally one for packet mixes but since it was the last one left on the shelf I thought that it must be pretty good so into my trolley it went. I know that some bakeries also use powdered macaron mixes so a bit like Alice I was somewhat curious and curiouser to see what all the fuss was about. Could I make magnificent maca [..]

Pavlova

Published on 2011-12-25 04:39:00

To me an Australian Christmas is about prawns, mango, cherries, berries and pavlova. Yesterday, we headed off to the markets and bought some amazing ron cherries, a tray of calypso mangoes and the rest of our supplies ready for our big day. Admittedly, I made our pavlova last night and left it in the oven until I was ready to whip the cream and decorate it. Here's what it looked like before I put it in the oven And, here it is decorated with lashings of cream and raspberries [..]

Pavlova

Published on 2011-12-25 04:39:00

To me an Australian Christmas is about prawns, mango, cherries, berries and pavlova. Yesterday, we headed off to the markets and bought some amazing ron cherries, a tray of calypso mangoes and the rest of our supplies ready for our big day.Admittedly, I made our pavlova last night and left it in the oven until I was ready to whip the cream and decorate it. Here's what it looked like before I put it in the ovenAnd, here it is decorated with lashings of cream and raspberries PAVLOVAIngredients 6 [..]

Hattie and Blythe Make Awesome Retro Sweets

Published on 2011-12-23 06:54:00

I love lollies! In fact, I love all sorts of lollies. More importantly however, I love old fashioned lollies and when I lived in the UK I even got used to calling them sweets. This year instead of buying a ready made hamper my two gorgeous girls and I decided to make up our own and I reckon it has to be the best one yet! This is what we have lollies. Lots of lollies. But oops.... these are really special ones and I should be corrected and call them sweets as they are the old fashioned kind fr [..]

Hattie and Blythe Make Awesome Retro Sweets

Published on 2011-12-23 06:54:00

I love lollies! In fact, I love all sorts of lollies. More importantly however, I love old fashioned lollies and when I lived in the UK I even got used to calling them sweets. This year instead of buying a ready made hamper my two gorgeous girls and I decided to make up our own and I reckon it has to be the best one yet!This is what we have lollies. Lots of lollies. But oops.... these are really special ones and I should be corrected and call them sweets as they are the old fashioned kind from [..]

Mastering 1920s Style Jelly Making Skills

Published on 2011-12-21 00:59:00

Inspired by Under Belly Razor and "The Great Gatsby" (2012 film) starring Leonardo Di Caprio, I decided to have another go at making a 1920s style jelly using an Australian brand that has been around for generations "Aeroplane Jelly". I chose to make a ribbon jelly in red and blue and the flavours were Berry Blue & Bubblegum. No rocket science involved with making this type of jelly, I followed the directions on the box but instead of adding 200ml cold water, I added 100ml and poured the first [..]

Mastering 1920s Style Jelly Making Skills

Published on 2011-12-21 00:59:00

Inspired by Under Belly Razor and "The Great Gatsby" (2012 film) starring Leonardo Di Caprio, I decided to have another go at making a 1920s style jelly using an Australian brand that has been around for generations "Aeroplane Jelly". I chose to make a ribbon jelly in red and blue and the flavours were Berry Blue & Bubblegum. No rocket science involved with making this type of jelly, I followed the directions on the box but instead of adding 200ml cold water, I added 100ml and poured the first [..]

Salted Vanilla Caramel Macarons

Published on 2011-12-20 03:56:00

SALTED VANILLA CARAMEL MACARONS Ingredients 125g Fresh Pouring Cream (min 35% fat) 175g caster sugar 5g Fleur de Sel (or substitute Maldon sea salt) 175g unsalted butter (chopped into small cubes) 1 vanilla bean (seeds removed) Step 1. MAKE THE CARAMEL: Melt the sugar over low heat until it caramelises. Heat the cream and vanilla seeds in a separate saucepan until it reaches boiling point then slowly pour it into the melted sugar. Blend with a whisk and allow the caramel to cool. When it [..]

Salted Vanilla Caramel Macarons

Published on 2011-12-20 03:56:00

SALTED VANILLA CARAMEL MACARONS Ingredients125g Fresh Pouring Cream (min 35% fat)175g caster sugar5g Fleur de Sel (or substitute Maldon sea salt)175g unsalted butter (chopped into small cubes)1 vanilla bean (seeds removed)Step 1. MAKE THE CARAMEL: Melt the sugar over low heat until it caramelises. Heat the cream and vanilla seeds in a separate saucepan until it reaches boiling point then slowly pour it into the melted sugar. Blend with a whisk and allow the caramel to cool. When it reaches 45 [..]

Crystallized Rose Petals

Published on 2011-12-18 07:07:00

Organic Roses from my garden Preparing the sugar syrup Place the sugar syrup into a bowl of ice to cool Delicate rose petals dipped in sugar syrup... ...then rolled in caster sugar Crystallized Rose Petals 1 cup organic rose petals 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 1-2 drops of rose pink food coloring A few drops of rosewater Caster sugar for dusting Wash the rose petals and dry with a paper towel. Trim the base of the rose petal to remove the bitter part. Place sugar, water, rosewater an [..]

Crystallized Rose Petals

Published on 2011-12-18 07:07:00

Organic Roses from my gardenPreparing the sugar syrup Place the sugar syrup into a bowl of ice to coolDelicate rose petals dipped in sugar syrup......then rolled in caster sugarCrystallized Rose Petals1 cup organic rose petals1 cup sugar1/2 cup water1-2 drops of rose pink food coloringA few drops of rosewaterCaster sugar for dustingWash the rose petals and dry with a paper towel.Trim the base of the rose petal to remove the bitter part.Place sugar, water, rosewater and food colouring into a sauc [..]

Orange Flower Water Macarons

Published on 2011-12-18 06:43:00

To make these macarons follow the basic recipe and colour the shells orange. Make a white chocolate ganache with a 2:1 ratio of chocolate to cream and add a tablespoon of orange flower water.

Orange Flower Water Macarons

Published on 2011-12-18 06:43:00

To make these macarons follow the basic recipe and colour the shells orange. Make a white chocolate ganache with a 2:1 ratio of chocolate to cream and add a tablespoon of orange flower water.

Mrs Beeton's Everyday Cookery Book

Published on 2011-12-17 03:13:00

I've just bought an original Mrs Beeton's Everyday Cookery Book and plan to make some gorgeous desserts. I notice that there's another one on Ebay that dates back to the 1890s so if you're into vintage cooking you might want to check out this link.

Mrs Beeton's Everyday Cookery Book

Published on 2011-12-17 03:13:00

I've just bought an original Mrs Beeton's Everyday Cookery Book and plan to make some gorgeous desserts. I notice that there's another one on Ebay that dates back to the 1890s so if you're into vintage cooking you might want to check out this link.

Merry Jelly Christmas

Published on 2011-12-15 18:40:00

Wishing everyone a very merry jelly christmas!

Merry Jelly Christmas

Published on 2011-12-15 18:40:00

Wishing everyone a very merry jelly christmas!

Violet Guimauve

Published on 2011-06-25 10:42:00

Ok, maybe a couple of teeny tiny photos of my homemade violet guimauve (marshmallows).Had to sneak something violet in after waffling on about them in my last post:)

Delbard Roses The Painter's Collection - Maurice Utrillo inspired Macarons

Published on 2011-06-25 10:31:00

It's winter in Canberra and the garden tends to lack a bit of colour but hiding underneath their cloaks of green, I can see little white and purple violets peeking through. Everybody knows that I absolutely adore violets but instead of making yet ano

Published on 2011-06-12 21:30:00

The Great Wall, China

Lavender Macarons

Published on 2011-05-28 11:52:00

Lavender Macarons

Laduree Sucre The Recipes

Published on 2011-05-06 21:00:00

Admittedly I wasn't quick enough to order this book when it was first released but I'm ecstatic that I received a brand new sealed copy from Amazon in the mail today. More photo's to come...

Pierre Herme Macaron - BOOK FROM FRANCE - 2010 Edition

Published on 2011-04-29 05:47:00

If you'd like to grab a copy of Pierre Herme's Macaron masterpiece head over to Ebay as there are a few copies available including one that I'm selling but be quick because they won't last!

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb inspired Macarons

Published on 2011-04-24 04:46:00

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb inspired Macarons...coming soon.

Dutch Cocoa & Marshmallow Macarons

Published on 2011-04-16 11:32:00

There is nothing that I love more, on a cold winter's night, than to come inside from the outdoors into the warmth of my home. Snuggling up on the lounge in my jammies, next to my gorgeous giggly girls, sipping thick hot cocoa taking turns to dunk ou

Cappuccino & Crystallised Violet Macarons

Published on 2011-04-07 21:02:00

Cappucciono & Crystallised Violet Macarons coming soon...

Basil & Rose Macarons

Published on 2011-04-03 07:15:00

I love the colour green but for some reason I've never liked green sweets. If I find one in a bag I'd rather give it away than eat it and funnily enough I'm not too fond of green macarons either. Since I've used shades of pink and mauve however

Salted Caramel Macarons with Hints of Lavender

Published on 2011-04-01 00:07:00

Come back soon, currently waiting for the caramel to set...

Alexander McQueen's Silver Ribcage Corset inspired Macarons

Published on 2011-03-26 02:38:00

Alexander McQueen Photo by Chris Moore/ Shaun LeaneSometimes artists like to shock, like it or hate it they get publicity; and, publicity is good - it inspires debate. I expect that with this post you'll either love it or hate it and I'm fine with th

Alexander McQueen's Silver Ribcage Corset inspired Ganache

Published on 2011-03-26 02:32:00

Coming soon...

Griottines Macarons

Published on 2011-03-20 06:48:00

This months Mactweets challenge really had me thinking. Our challenge - Sugar & Spice and everything fruity. I've already experimented with fresh fruit in season so didn't really want to do more of the same yet I wanted to create a mac

Griottines Ganache

Published on 2011-03-20 06:42:00

INGREDIENTS FOR THE MACERATED GRIOTTINES (PASTE)1/2 cup Dried GriottinesKirsch (enough to cover the Griottines plus a bit more as the liquor will be absorbed)1/2 tsp lemon zest1/2 tsp orange zestcinnamon quill (1/2 - 1 inch in size)1 tbsp caster suga

Laduree Macarons

Published on 2011-03-18 05:23:00

Although, Pierre Herme & Adriano Zumbo are my idols I also have a special place in my heart for Laduree...

Win The Little Book of Macaroon Tips by Meg Avent & Macarons - Chic & Delicious French Treats by Annie Rigg

Published on 2011-03-15 04:23:00

The great thing about making macarons is that the flavour combinations are endless and you are only limited by your imagination.To win a copy of "The Little Book of MacaroonTips" by Meg Avent & "Macarons - Chic & Delicious French Treats"

Recette de Macarons au Coquelicot

Published on 2011-03-13 07:44:00

COQUELICOT (POPPY) MACARON SHELLSFOR THE TANT POUR TANT (TPT)300g sifted TPT (150g almond meal with 150g icing sugar)55g egg whites
 (fresh)INGREDIENTS FOR THE ITALIAN MERINGUE (IM)150g caster sugar37g waterpowdered red food colouring or Wilton gel

Coquelicot Ganache

Published on 2011-03-13 07:40:00

INGREDIENTS200g Lindt White Chocolate150g pouring cream (minimum 35% fat)20g unsalted butter (room temperature)5 drops of coquelicot (poppy) essenceRed powdered food colouring or Wilton gel pasteMAKE THE GANACHE1. Place the white chocolate into a hea

Geranium & Aranciata Rossa Macaron Shells

Published on 2011-03-11 03:35:00

GERANIUM & ARANCIATA ROSSA MACARON SHELLSINGREDIENTS FOR THE TANT POUR TANT (TPT)300g sifted TPT (150g almond meal with 150g icing sugar)55g egg whites
 (fresh)INGREDIENTS FOR THE ITALIAN MERINGUE (IM)150g caster sugar37g waterpowdered green fo

Geranium & Aranciata Rossa Ganache

Published on 2011-03-11 02:22:00

INGREDIENTS200g Lindt White Chocolate150g pouring cream (minimum 35% fat)20g unsalted butter (room temperature)5 drops of geranium essenceOrange powdered food colouring or Wilton gel pasteLeone Arance Rosse I Frutti Del Sole (approx. 25-30 fruit past

Vivienne Westwood Naughty Alice inspired Macaron Shells

Published on 2011-03-05 03:40:00

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD "NAUGHTY ALICE" INSPIRED MACARON SHELLSINGREDIENTS FOR THE TANT POUR TANT (TPT)300g sifted TPT (150g almond meal with 150g icing sugar)55g egg whites
 (fresh)INGREDIENTS FOR THE ITALIAN MERINGUE (IM)150g caster sugar37g waterpowde

Vivienne Westwood Naughty Alice inspired Ganache

Published on 2011-03-04 07:15:00

INGREDIENTS300g Lindt White Chocolate200g pouring cream (minimum 35% fat)50g unsalted butter (room temperature)4 drops of violet essence3 drops of rose essence3 drops of ylang ylang essenceCochineal powdered food colouring or Wilton gel pasteMAKE THE

The Canberra Times Food and Wine Review of LadyMacaron20ten Passionfruit Macarons

Published on 2011-03-02 05:50:00

A big thank you to Claire Low of "The Canberra Times" for testing out my passionfruit ganache macaron recipe and reporting her results.The Canberra Times Macaron Marvels Note that there was an error in the original Passionfruit Macaron Shells re

Trouble Shooting Tip Numero Trois

Published on 2011-02-25 19:55:00

A storm is brewing in SanyaWhen everything turns to sh#t and you have a good ol' sook... let them eat CAKE! You know when I told you that I was going to make a Vivienne Westwood creation... after making batch after batch of successful mac

Adriano Zumbo Candy Cane Macarons

Published on 2011-02-18 04:03:00

Australian Gourmet TravellerNot sure about anyone else but I've got some left over candy canes that I hid from my girls so that they wouldn't gobble them all up in one day... not much fun when they start bouncing off the walls. Anyway, this sou

Images from Around the World

Published on 2011-02-17 03:58:00

Colosseum, Rome

Fashion, Art, Perfume & Edible Designer Macarons

Published on 2011-02-15 06:08:00

Edible artwork on a failed macaron - my first test!When my 7 year old gorgeous girl grows up she's going to be a fashion and shoe designer. My other gorgeous girl isn't too sure what she wants to do just yet but has a beautiful sense of style a

Vivienne Westwood's "Naughty Alice" Macaron - Off With Your Head!

Published on 2011-02-13 06:40:00

thestylepaYou've been a very bad girl... a very, very, bad bad girl Alice! I attempted to create a Vivienne Westwood "Naughty Alice" macaron but as you would expect with a Vivienne Westwood creation Alice has thrown a tanty and is being somewha

Musk and Rose Macaron by Adriano Zumbo - Valentines Day

Published on 2011-02-13 06:13:00

cosmopolitanJust in time for valentines day, Adriano Zumbo has released his recipe for Musk & Rose macaron. If you don't know who Adriano Zumbo is, he is Australia's version of Pierre Herme although, he might argue that he is a modern day

Raspberry & Rose Ganache

Published on 2011-02-13 06:01:00

RASPBERRY & ROSE GANACHEINGREDIENTS200g Lindt White Chocolate (placed in a stainless steel bowl)120g pouring cream (minimum 35% fat)25g unsalted butter (room temperature)1/2 cup of frozen raspberriesFew drops of rose essenceA couple of drops of r

Mactweets Mac Attack #16 - Raspberry & Rose Macarons

Published on 2011-02-13 05:11:00

For me, valentines day screams luscious red raspberries that pop in your mouth and long stem red roses... mmm, I also love Max Brenner chocolates but sadly, we don't have Max Brenner in Canberra. Anyway, for the Mactweets challenge this month I

Tutti Frutti Ganache

Published on 2011-02-13 03:40:00

Tutti Frutti Ganache coming soon... currently busy with valentines macaron.

Tutti Frutti Macaron Shells

Published on 2011-02-11 03:52:00

TUTTI FRUTTI MACARON SHELLSINGREDIENTS FOR THE TANT POUR TANT (TPT)300g sifted TPT (150g almond meal with 150g icing sugar)55g egg whites
 (fresh)INGREDIENTS FOR THE ITALIAN MERINGUE (IM)150g caster sugar37g waterpowdered orange food colouring or W

More Macaron Coming Soon...

Published on 2011-02-10 22:44:00

I'm in the process of making macaron so keep posted to find out more...I'll update this post when I'm done but until then here's a shot of some unfilled shells.

Mauviel M'Passion 30cm Copper Bowl - Made in France

Published on 2011-02-10 18:01:00

After a bad romance with my KitchenAid Artisan copper bowl, I am pleased to announce that I received my Mauviel M'Passion 30cm Unlined Copper Bowl today and am thrilled to bits!As you would expect with French heritage, tradition and workmanship M'Pas

Adriano Zumbo The Macaron Master on SBS One

Published on 2011-02-08 06:11:00

I casually picked up the Sydney Morning Herald (SMH) today, popped it in my bag and didn't give it a second thought as I was extremely busy for the rest of the day at my REAL job. Anyway, the day finishes and I'm waiting for my knight in shining armo

Vivienne Westwood's "Naughty Alice"

Published on 2011-02-05 07:42:00

Click here to order from HerviaI remember when I was really young exploring my grandmother's garden picking violets, roses and geraniums and how divine it was taking in the intoxicating scents. She showed me how to crystallize violets and rose

Bad Romance

Published on 2011-02-03 23:31:00

It is most unfortunate that I had a "bad romance" with my Kitchen Aid Artisan copper bowl. What I thought was solid copper ended up turning out to be copper plated and when you make the amount of macarons that I do it just didn't last the distance -

Images from around the World

Published on 2011-02-03 03:05:00

I've travelled extensively and have seen and done some amazing things. So, each week when I start day dreaming about far away places I'm going to break up the macaron posts with an image from around the world, with nothing else, but a caption t

Gorgeous Girl's Art - Priceless

Published on 2011-02-02 06:55:00

Complete with macaron on her dress

Trouble Shooting Tip Numéro Deux & What Books Don't Tell You

Published on 2011-02-01 07:30:00

There are a lot of macaron books on the market and although they are great for general tips and ideas most tend to gloss over trouble shooting. When I first started making macaron, I remember buying every macaron book I could get my hot l

My Signature Dessert - Château de Chenonceau

Published on 2011-01-29 07:56:00

As a tribute to Catherine de Medici who introduced macarons to France in 1533, I have created a dessert based on bombe Alaska but with a French twist. Inserted in the centre is a delicate pink macaron surrounded by lemon madeira cake, lemon but

Macaron Ingredients Online

Published on 2011-01-27 07:32:00

If you find it difficult to obtain ingredients to make macaron I've included a list of online stores below. BTW, if you have a favourite store that you'd like to add please let me know and I'll include the link.Almond MealQNFChocolatePaddymelon

I Love Macaron & Art

Published on 2011-01-27 00:37:00

Tiffany Let them eat cake!Whimsical High Tea complete with Macaron

Chinotto Limone Macaron Shells

Published on 2011-01-26 05:24:00

These macaron are dedicated to those lovely Italian blokes sipping Chinotto on a balmy afternoon dressed in crisp white linen.BASIC MACARON:INGREDIENTS FOR THE TANT POUR TANT (TPT)300g sifted TPT (150g almond meal with 150g icing sugar)55g egg whites

Chinotto Limone Ganache

Published on 2011-01-24 09:14:00

INGREDIENTS200g quality couture... I mean couverture (53-56%) bittersweet chocolate110g Chinotto (Italian cola)Zest from half a lemon (try not to include the white pith)60ml pouring cream (35% fat)30g unsalted butter (at room temperature) MAKE THE G

Blueberry, Lime & Fleur de Sel Macaron Shells

Published on 2011-01-24 08:19:00

BASIC MACARON:INGREDIENTS FOR THE TANT POUR TANT (TPT)300g sifted TPT (150g almond meal with 150g icing sugar)55g egg whites
 (fresh)INGREDIENTS FOR THE ITALIAN MERINGUE (IM)150g caster sugar
37g waterpowdered purple food colouring or Wilton gel

Blueberry, Lime & Fleur de Sel Ganache

Published on 2011-01-24 07:23:00

A rich bittersweet dark chocolate ganache with undertones of blueberry, hints of lime and the pop and pow of Fleur de Sel.INGREDIENTS:150g blueberries20g lime juice6g palm sugar200g quality couverture (53-56%) bittersweet chocolate20g unsalted butter

Canberra Macaron

Published on 2011-01-22 20:22:00

Pictures tell a thousand words...Croissant D'OrCoffee GuruDream CuisineHyatt, Canberra

Passionfruit Macaron Shells

Published on 2011-01-19 09:59:00

graziaBASIC MACARON:INGREDIENTS FOR THE TANT POUR TANT (TPT)300g sifted TPT (150g almond meal with 150g icing sugar)55g egg whites
 (fresh)INGREDIENTS FOR THE ITALIAN MERINGUE (IM)150g caster sugar
37g waterpowdered green food colouring or Wilton

Passionfruit Ganache

Published on 2011-01-19 08:56:00

graziaTo make the ganache use a 2:1 ratio of dark chocolate to strained passionfruit juice.INGREDIENTS200g 53-56% dark chocolate (bittersweet)100g passionfruit juice (strain enough passionfruit to get this quantity)30g unsalted butter (room temperatu

Pistachio & Rose Ganache

Published on 2011-01-17 06:02:00

graziaPISTACHIO PASTE 250g shelled unsalted pistachios60g sugar15g water (for the sugar syrup)6 drops of orange essenceextra water as needed (one teaspoon at a time)MAKE THE PISTACHIO PASTE1. Finely grind the pistachios in a food processo

Pistachio & Rose Macaron Shells

Published on 2011-01-17 04:23:00

graziaBASIC MACARON:INGREDIENTS FOR THE TANT POUR TANT (TPT)300g sifted TPT (150g almond meal with 150g icing sugar)55g egg whites
 (fresh)INGREDIENTS FOR THE ITALIAN MERINGUE (IM)150g caster sugar
37g waterpowdered green food colouring or Wilton

Hyatt High Tea

Published on 2011-01-15 19:59:00

I'll always have a special place in my heart for the Hyatt, Canberra because not so many years ago it was there that I married my knight in shining armour. To celebrate our wedding anniversary we thought it fitting to partake in High Tea...Maca

Macaron Shells for the Blackberry & Violet Ganache

Published on 2011-01-14 10:13:00

BASIC MACARON:INGREDIENTS FOR THE TANT POUR TANT (TPT)300g sifted TPT (150g almond meal with 150g icing sugar)55g egg whites
 (fresh) INGREDIENTS FOR THE ITALIAN MERINGUE (IM)150g caster sugar
37g waterpowdered purple food colouring or Wilton g

Blackberry & Violet Ganache

Published on 2011-01-14 03:17:00

miss-inetI love the colour purple especially the dark rick black purple of blackberries. Round, luscious, plump jewels glistening in the light just begging for someone to pick them up and savour them...As blackberries are in season, I was inspi

Macaron Equipment

Published on 2011-01-11 22:41:00

Although, you don't need expensive equipment to make macaron it certainly does make your job a lot easier. Also, if well looked after your investment should last several years and quite even possibly save you money.Here is what you need:Baking