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In my kitchen - April 2016

10/4/2016

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Roses from my sister's garden - Liz Posmyk Good Things
Whoa now. Are you seriously trying to tell me that it's April already? If things in your part of the world are as crazy busy as mine, then you, too, will be wondering what happened to January, February and March. I'm already planning things for July - the middle of the year. I suppose it'll be Christmas before we know it!

The start of a new month means it's time for me to compile my regular In My Kitchen post, otherwise my lovely friend, fellow cook and blogger, Maureen (who is very kindly hosting the series, even though she has not been well), might be wondering what has happened to me. Please take a moment to pop in and say hello to Maureen, and give her a virtual hug from me. 

Here's what's happening in my kitchen this month. In my kitchen are the most beautiful roses (above) from my sister, Judy. She has always been the green thumb in the family. I wish I could share their scent with you too.

​Also in my kitchen:
Blackcurrant jam from Cuttaway Creek - Liz Posmyk Good Things
A jar of Cuttaway Creek blackcurrant jam - a gift from our visit to Peppers Manor House
A parcel from the lovely Kyrstie at A Fresh Legacy - Liz Posmyk Good Things
A surprise package from my lovely friend Kyrstie from A Fresh Legacy - thank you xxo
Grow Just One Thing by Kyrstie Barcak - photo - Liz Posmyk Good Things
Wow! My very own copy of Grow Just One Thing - Kyrstie's book. Click the image to find out more
A potted plant - Liz Posmyk Good Things
A potted 'Snowtopia' that I'm getting ready to plant
A hamper of goodies from Australian Macadamias - Liz Posmyk Good Things
A surprise hamper from the good people at Australian Macadamias - a celebration of the season's harvest
An assortment of Australian macadamia products - Liz Posmyk Good Things
Did you know that macadamias are indigenous to Australia? Just look at the variety of the good things they are used in
Australia Cooks edited by Kelli Brett (HarperCollins)
A copy of Australia Cooks by Kelli Brett. I'm so honoured that one of my original recipes is included
Australian grown pomegranate - now in season - Liz Posmyk Good Things
The first of the Australian grown pomegranates - woo hoo!

A copy of my manuscript
And finally, a copy of the manuscript that's been keeping me so busy
Images are copyright Liz Posmyk, Good Things

Foot note - ​​Australia Cooks...

From Capricornia to Tasmania, the Kimberley to the Hunter, our food growers and artisans supply us with some of the best produce the world has to offer.

In Australia Cooks, the locals were given the opportunity to share their best-kept secrets, favourite ingredients and most-treasured recipes with the rest of the country.

Featuring the best recipes sent in by ABC Local Radio listeners (including moi), as well as stories and recipes from chefs who have built their businesses on championing home-grown produce and provedores, Australia Cooks is a celebration of those three crucial ingredients - passionate people, beautiful fresh food and stunning landscapes - that make our food culture so vibrant and unique.

What an honour it is to have had one of my original recipes included in this beautiful collection.

Australia Cooks, edited by Kelli Brett, $49.99, HarperCollins Publishers.

Tell me dear readers, what's happening in your kitchen this month? What good things are you cooking, growing and reading? Thank you for taking the time to pop in and leave me a comment. I do love hearing from you. xxo
39 Comments
Tandy I Lavender and Lime link
9/4/2016 01:29:27 am

Every time I see a pomegranate I think I need to go and buy a plant 😀

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 07:37:42 pm

I'd love to have one too, Tandy. Must investigate the dwarf varieties!

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Peter
9/4/2016 02:05:23 am

So proud of you. Congratulations on having your recipe included in that book.

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 05:29:48 pm

Mwah! xx

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Claire Cooper link
9/4/2016 03:34:37 am

How, where to use pomegranates ?

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 03:39:30 am

Hi Claire... I love eating the arils just as they are... but if you type pomegranates into my search box, you will find a range of recipes in which you can use them. http://www.bizzylizzysgoodthings.com/apps/search?q=Pomegranate

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mae link
9/4/2016 07:54:45 am

You are already having a very intriguing month!
best... mae at maefood.blogspot.com

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 05:30:06 pm

Thank you!

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Francesca link
9/4/2016 09:46:04 am

How wonderful to get your own home grown pomegranite.

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 05:29:02 pm

Oh Francesca, how I wish this was from a tree in my garden. Alas, no, we have no space. This is an Australian grown pom. x

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Zsuzsa link
9/4/2016 01:38:00 pm

WoW you wrote a book Lizzy! Congratulations!

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 05:29:31 pm

Thank you my friend... nearly there, nearly there xx

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Judy link
9/4/2016 06:43:46 pm

Lizzy! I'm so happy to hear you wrote a book! Congratulations! That it a huge deal. 👍

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 07:36:49 pm

Judy, thank you so much! It is not quite finished, yet, but it's getting there. I wanted people to know why I haven't been posting here as often, or popping in to visit other blogs. It has a Hungarian flavour... I think you might like it xx

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Amanda link
9/4/2016 07:12:56 pm

Congratulations Liz - you must be so proud to have one of your recipes featured in this lovely book.

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 07:37:11 pm

Amanda, thank you so much. I really am. x

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Georgie
9/4/2016 08:39:39 pm

Such wonderfully rich and luscious images Liz! Huge congrats on the work oyu have done on your manuscript - can't wait!

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 10:00:18 pm

Oh Georgie, thank you for your very kind words. Much appreciated, truly! I can't wait either! : )

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Napoli Restaurant Alert link
9/4/2016 08:53:11 pm

Good on you for writing a book - its something millions of us dream about and so few of us actually attempt to do!

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 10:01:03 pm

That is SO, so true... I am ever so pleased to have embarked on this writing adventure. Thank you for your kind words.

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Eha
9/4/2016 10:59:29 pm

And in reverse order: Just love those beautiful roses and CAN almost smell them! Own birthday in a couple of months: 'Australia Cooks' looks very much like a book I would love to own even if I have declared a book moratorium: well 'twill be a gift from me to me :) ! First and foremost: keep my eyes and ears open for when yours appears: well, with a 'real' name of Rokolanyi-Karczag I would have to, wouldn't/t I :) !!!!

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Lizzy
9/4/2016 11:06:18 pm

Aren't Judy's roses divine, Eha! Köszönöm szépen angyalam for your kind words. x

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Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella link
10/4/2016 04:19:39 am

I was lucky enough to score a pomegranate from Pialligo estate on the weekend. I shall really enjoy it :D

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Lizzy
10/4/2016 04:29:43 am

Only one? Lucky you. That place is one of the most exciting food destinations in Canberra! I was ever so fortunate to have been working with Charlie et al early in the piece. : D

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Mandy link
10/4/2016 04:53:22 am

What a magnificent installment Lizzy! So many incredible pieces in your kitchen.
Have a wonderful day.
:-) Mandy xo

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Jo from the balanced lunchbox link
10/4/2016 07:42:06 am

Congrats Liz on so many levels! Well done.

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Anna @ shenANNAgans link
10/4/2016 05:33:37 pm

Blackcurrant jam and a hamper of macadamia goodness, Im on my way over. :)

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e / dig in hobart link
10/4/2016 07:30:59 pm

your sister's roses are so pretty; I'm intrigued by the macadamia milk, having just made my firs foray into almond milk; and - your manuscript! the most exciting part of all!

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Janet aka Middle Aged Mama link
10/4/2016 08:57:56 pm

Mmmm macadamias - LOVE them! My kitchen is busy this month as we have a family from NZ visiting. Last night THEY made US dinner - it was awesome - chicken wings with chinese rice, honey soy sauce and pasta salad. Nom nom nom. Will have to get the recipe!

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Shari from GoodFoodWeek link
10/4/2016 09:16:26 pm

We actually have our house on the market at the moment, which means that next month's 'In my Kitchen' post maybe my last from Evatt. It's a little sad as, we have made so many memories here - but I am sure it is just the beginning of our adventure. I love those roses they remind me so much of my grandfather.

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Miss Food Fairy link
11/4/2016 02:17:31 am

You're writing a cookbook Liz! That's fantastic - if you need any recipe testers, I'll be more than happy to help out, I've done it a couple of times for other cookbooks. Grow just one thing book by Kyrstie sounds like a good read, may head over & look at getting one too for future reference :) And I think I may have to look out for the Australian Cooks cookbook. Keep inspired x #IMK

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Sherry m link
11/4/2016 02:41:22 am

Hi Liz
Congrats on having your recipe in that book And well done you on writing a book Love the roses. Yes I always thought it was very remiss of the Queen to support the Hawaiian macadamia industry and not ours after all we are the colony :)

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GourmetGetaways link
11/4/2016 05:49:37 am

What a lovely bunch of roses. There isn't too much happening in my kitchen this month :(
Congratulations on writing a cookbook!!
Thanks so much for sharing
Julie
Gourmet Getaways

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Karen (Back Road Journal) link
11/4/2016 10:05:50 am

I too can't believe it's April. It just seems like I took down my Christmas tree and the way the year is going it will be time to put it up again before I know it. :D How wonderful to have one of your recipes included in Australia Cooks but it is not surprising since so many of your recipes would qualify as far as I concerned.


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Glenda link
11/4/2016 11:47:48 am

Hi Liz, congratulations on your manuscript.

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Gretchen link
12/4/2016 04:51:05 pm

Oh goodness you have been busy.m the roses are gorgeous. I'm jealous of all the macadamia goodies. Excellent cookbooks and amazing accomplishments having your recipe published and manuscript nearly done.

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Kyrstie @ A Fresh Legacy link
14/4/2016 08:46:32 am

Thanks for highlighting my book Lizzy, that is lovely of you. I also can't believe how fast this year is dissolving. You have had an amazing month. It is a glorious feeling to have a complete manuscript isn't it? Bask in the moment, it is a great one you should be very proud of. Congratulations on the inclusion in Australia Cooks, it looks like one worthy of adding to the cook book shelf. X

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David link
16/4/2016 09:45:38 am

Things from your kitchen always intrigued me, but nothing more than the final photograph of your manuscript. Congratulations, and keep us posted about publication date!

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Ronnalyn link
18/4/2016 09:29:31 am

Looks like you're having a wonderful month, love the roses.

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