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The Inspired Chef – My journey with truffles. My journey with food.

I am so terribly excited. I am so terribly inspired. Which is why I was awake at 4am eager to get typing!

There is nothing like a little trip away to reset the buttons and make you feel alive again.  It doesn’t have to be a trip away on a big fancy plane, I get the same buzz taking a little day trip to the beach, a trek through a mountain pass, a hike to a waterfall. A meditation through adventure if you will.

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Vanilla Zulus easy entertainer scones

Vanilla Zulus easy entertainer scones

Looking for a quick and gorgeous scone recipe that is as versatile as it is delicious?  This is a recipe from my wonderful hotel school chef and lecturer Mr. Kniedel,...

Vanilla Zulus easy entertainer scones

Looking for a quick and gorgeous scone recipe that is as versatile as it is delicious?  This is a recipe from my wonderful hotel school chef and lecturer Mr. Kniedel,...

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White Chocolate Cup Cakes

White Chocolate Cup Cakes

So simple yet soooo Preeeeetty. Defintely can be made in advance, leaving you more time to spend precious moments with your loved ones. I found these while researching ‘white christmas...

White Chocolate Cup Cakes

So simple yet soooo Preeeeetty. Defintely can be made in advance, leaving you more time to spend precious moments with your loved ones. I found these while researching ‘white christmas...

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Christmas Safari! African Style...

Christmas Safari! African Style...

African Class last night, so good to take a trip down memory lane!  This is my interpretation of a classic Melktert (Milk Tart) served with beetroot and strawberry anise scented...

Christmas Safari! African Style...

African Class last night, so good to take a trip down memory lane!  This is my interpretation of a classic Melktert (Milk Tart) served with beetroot and strawberry anise scented...

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Fiery beef fillet with spiced beetroot pesto, pistachios and petals

Fiery beef fillet with spiced beetroot pesto, p...

Fiery beef fillet with spiced beetroot pesto, p...

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Mini croquembouche with petals, filled with Tahitian vanilla custard...

Mini croquembouche with petals, filled with Tah...

Mini croquembouche! With fresh petals and filled with Tahitian vanilla custard...

Mini croquembouche with petals, filled with Tah...

Mini croquembouche! With fresh petals and filled with Tahitian vanilla custard...

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Johns Egg Nog

Johns Egg Nog

A couple of years ago John brought along his now-famous egg nog.  Not only was it deliciously festive, it had quite a kick too!  It does need to be made...

Johns Egg Nog

A couple of years ago John brought along his now-famous egg nog.  Not only was it deliciously festive, it had quite a kick too!  It does need to be made...

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IN THE PRESS

IN THE PRESS

FOOD AND HOME ENTERTAINING MAGAZINE " Vivacious Melanie Townsend holds court with aplomb.  An interactive class that flourishes with lots of wine and laughter. Even shy students will be coaxed...

IN THE PRESS

FOOD AND HOME ENTERTAINING MAGAZINE " Vivacious Melanie Townsend holds court with aplomb.  An interactive class that flourishes with lots of wine and laughter. Even shy students will be coaxed...

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