Chickpea Curry with Cauliflower and Tamarind

Posted on January 10, 2012 by RynAndCordie

Yes! Chickpeas and cauliflower CAN taste amazing! We match this tasty little morsel with either a fresh glass of “off-dry” style Riesling or Gewurztraminer. The almost-sweet fruitiness balances the heat of the chilli and sourness from the tamarind. Cook, pour … Continue reading →

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Green Papaya & Organic Chicken Salad

Posted on December 27, 2011 by RynAndCordie

This is our interpretation of the South East Asian classic, Green Papaya Salad. It’s become a  favourite around R&C HQ for its crunch and its aromatic, spicy flavours. We’ve matched it with Greystone Pinot Gris from New Zealand. The fruitiness … Continue reading →

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Prawn & Marinated Red Onion Salad with Avocado Salsa

Posted on May 27, 2011 by RynAndCordie

Kick off this delicate entree with a Chardonnay. Remember that it needs to be unoaked* because chilli and oak don’t mix. Check out Margaret River or the Yarra Valley for a brilliant find! Cheers, R&C xx SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 2 … Continue reading →

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Kitchen Garden Raid!

Posted on May 1, 2011 by RynAndCordie

Don’t you love it when you have to pick the herbs, just to keep the plants yielding (nerd alert!). It means we throw mixed-up herbs into almost everything…well, not the wine glass, but you get the idea… Okay, we’re after … Continue reading →

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Roast garlic

Posted on February 16, 2011 by RynAndCordie

When in doubt, add garlic! Pour a glass of wine…then wrap a bulb of garlic in foil and roast in a 180°C oven for about 30mins. Keep one in the fridge to add to any mash, to the base of … Continue reading →

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Roasted baby beets

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Cordie

Baby beets, baby beets, baby beets! Simply roast and peel these little guys and you add a warm earthy flavour to salads, roasts and grills. Just don’t forget to wear disposable gloves when you peel them! Set your oven to … Continue reading →

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