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In my kitchen - May 2016

8/5/2016

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Rivsalt salt grinder set - image © Good Things
It's a rainy autumn Sunday and there's sufficient chill in the air to remind me that winter is coming. I've switched on the heating for the first time, and in my kitchen there's a pot of smoked hock and lentil soup simmering gently on the stove.

Today I will road test a salt grater from Rivsalt (pictured top), kindly sent to me from the people at The Cooking Company. I love the stylish and simple, innovative design of this item. Although I try not to use too much salt in my cooking, the grater set and the accompanying rock salts will be appreciated and utilised in my kitchen.

There's a pair of pears on the fruit platter in my kitchen. Peter and I enjoy eating them fresh from the hand during autumn months. They are the perfect post-cycling, post-swimming snack food.
Pair of pears © Good Things
It's only four days since I arrived home from Words to Go/Tasting Australia in Adelaide, and already it seems so long ago. I have yet to pack away the good things that I brought back with me, so it's only fitting that I share them with you (along with a few other products) before they go into the larder.
Strawberry jam by Jamface by Poh © Good Things
During my visit to Adelaide, I was treated to a five-course breakfast at Jamface by Poh - a quirky little cafe at Central Market, owned by the delightful author, artist and cooking celebrity, Poh Ling Yeow. This jar of 'good morning strawberry' jam was among the assortment of foodie gifts in a Tasting Australia goodie bag. In an upcoming article, I'll tell you all about the breakfast.
Lucias Traditional fine foods napoletana sauce © Good Things
After a tour of the Central Market, my Words to Go colleagues and I were treated to a superb lunch, presented by the folks at Lucias, a famous Italian outlet at the market. Wait until you see the photographs from the lunch. This jar of classic Napoletana sauce was a gift from Lucias. 
French style lentils © Good Things
These French style lentils are always in my larder. I just love how they keep their texture in soups, stews, and braised dishes. They are also great in salads. 
Mac-Cao natural macadamia spread with raw cacao © Good Things
I've had to keep Peter away from this jar of Mac-Cao from Rainforest Foods until I could photograph it. It was amongst the goodies in a hamper sent to me recently by the good folks from Australian Macadamias. It sounds delicious, don't you think?
Chocolate panforte © Good Things
I spotted this slab of chocolate panforte by Baylies at the airport as I was leaving Adelaide. The company is a family owned South Australian business, which prides itself on premium gourmet products. I will report back once we have tasted it.
Honey macadamia spread © Good Things
Adelaide Hills Blue Gum Honey © Good Things
The award winning honey macadamia spread (above left) is produced by Saghtar Fine Foods, a small family business in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. The raw Blue Gum honey (above right) is produced by Buzz Honey, a family owned business in the Adelaide Hills. 
Apron and key ring from Le Cordon Bleu in Adelaide © Good Things
While in Adelaide, my Words to Go colleagues and I were treated to a tour of the TAFE SA Regency International Centre for Tourism, Hospitality and Food Studies at the Le Cordon Bleu Campus. In an upcoming article, I will share postcards and morsels from our visit, and the chocolate class led by a master patissier. Stay tuned. 
Kangaroo Island natural honey © Good Things
With winter just a few weeks away, it's comforting to have a few jars on the best available Australian honey in my kitchen. The natural Living Honey (above) is produced by a small family of beekeepers on Kangaroo Island. 
Maggie Beer quince paste © Good Things
One of my dear friends has a passion for all things cheese, so I picked a pack of Maggie Beer quince paste for her as a gift. I thought it might travel better via aircraft than cheese. 

This post is my monthly contribution to a round up hosted by my friend Maureen, who is presently recovering from surgery on her back. I do hope she is resting!

​Note: all images are © Good Things.

Now it's your turn. Tell me, dear readers and fellow cooks, what's happening in your kitchen this month? What's cooking, and what good things have you added to your larder recently?
23 Comments
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella link
8/5/2016 12:21:11 am

Oh a friend gave me that Riv Salt just last night. I am excited to use it!

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Lizzy
8/5/2016 03:00:11 am

It's just gorgeous, Lorraine.

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David link
8/5/2016 09:54:40 am

Lovely things in your kitchen, especially the Mac-Cao and macadamia honey spreads. Yum! Also love the salt grater a lot.

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Lizzy
9/5/2016 03:45:45 am

Hi David, isn't it awesome!

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Glenda link
8/5/2016 11:31:19 am

Gee you have lots of goodies to try. They all look fab. I hope you enjoy them .

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Lizzy
9/5/2016 03:46:01 am

Thank you lovely, and so sorry to read about the loss of your puppies xx

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e / dig in hobart link
8/5/2016 06:29:47 pm

what lovelies you have for nibbling and smearing on toast! I haven't yet mastered cooking French lentils, but would like to try them in warm salads as you have linked to. I must persevere!
ps that salt gizmo is amazing!

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Lizzy
9/5/2016 03:46:17 am

Oh Elizabeth, YES, do try the French style lentils x

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Amanda link
8/5/2016 08:18:05 pm

It's lovely to see such a great selection of South Australian products gracing your kitchen this month, Liz. And it was lovely to see you in Adelaide again!

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Lizzy
9/5/2016 03:46:39 am

It was lovely to see you, too, Amanda, albeit briefly. You did such a great job!

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Eha
8/5/2016 09:07:26 pm

Thrilled you has a good time in Adelaide: would have loved to have been a birdie on your shoulder during the breakfast with Poh - did the laughter ever stop :) ? And thanks for all the links: have already looked up Saghtar and will be back with my credit card!!

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Lizzy
9/5/2016 03:47:06 am

You mean, did the food ever stop at Poh's, Eha! Lovely, Saghtar seems divine!

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Eha
9/5/2016 07:25:27 am

*evening laughter before Q&A and Giro d'Italia until 2am!!* I may have misread - I know you ate at Poh's but am not certain whether it was with her? That non-stop laughter of hers is utterly infectious!!!

John/Kitchen Riffs link
9/5/2016 12:23:06 am

You're entering my favorite cooking/eating season! Although I'm digging all the fresh produce and fruit we're starting to see, I could be happy if it was always autumn. Anyway, good stuff in your kitchen -- thanks for the look.

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Lizzy
9/5/2016 03:47:19 am

Thank you John for stopping by : )

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Anna @ shenANNAgans link
9/5/2016 01:30:12 am

That five-course breakfast at Jamface sounds pretty amazing. I am obsessed with breakfast food, so know that I would totes love it. Your kitchen has some pretty amazing and tasty things going on.

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Lizzy
9/5/2016 03:48:01 am

It was, Anna, though I must confess, I had one pikelet, a tiny serving of the toasted muesli, and a tablespoon of scrambled egg... it was all too much, really.

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Bob Bennett
9/5/2016 03:48:32 am

Always enjoy seeing what goodies you have in your kitchen Mizz Lizzy.

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Liz link
10/5/2016 10:43:56 am

What an amazing and fun event! And you brought back so many wonderful treats. Those various kinds of preserves and sweet treats look delicious.

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Claire | Sprinkles and Sprouts link
10/5/2016 12:27:59 pm

Oh that little grater is perfect!!! I bought some salt rocks at a market the other week, and my little grater doesn't really have much affect. I was a little disappointed. Really need to get a 'salt' grater ;-)

I have the same brand of puy lentils in my pantry. As well as holding their shape, I love how pretty they are. Such a beautiful mix of blues and browns. Beautiful. When I lived in France they were a staple part of our diet!

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Miss Food Fairy link
12/5/2016 03:52:30 am

Liz, you have so many amazing food goodies this month for #IMK! I think I'm in love with them all but the RivSalt grater & rock salt looks amazing! I'm going to check it out now, maybe I'll just have to get some ;) xx

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Janet aka Middle Aged Mama link
12/5/2016 06:05:15 am

So much yumminess in one little blog post! As part of my mother's day gift I was given a packet of Reese's peanut butter cups, one of my favourite things ... they've already disappeared ;-)

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sherry MacKay link
19/5/2016 01:55:37 am

so many lovely things here Liz. I love the look of that salt grater. I must buy some of those Puy lentils. I tend to go for the red ones as they cook so quickly. Ooh i would love to go to Poh's cafe. She is such a wonderful character isn't she? That Mac Cao must be a bit like Macabella. so yum.

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