tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88972428397262805902024-03-05T13:46:48.680-08:00Culinary NutritionistCulinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-61740102184430326222012-08-16T12:52:00.001-07:002012-08-16T12:52:15.207-07:00Recipe: Chocolate Energy Balls<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">160g pecans or almonds<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">230g dates<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">¼ cup crystallised ginger<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 teaspoon vanilla essence<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 tablespoon cocoa powder<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 tablespoon tahini<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and process until combined. Add vanilla, cocoa and tahini and rum then pulse
until combined. Roll into bite-sized balls and then roll in coconut if desired.
Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.</span><br />
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Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-49556470529734276732011-08-11T22:29:00.000-07:002011-08-11T22:29:47.657-07:00Hidden Gems Multicultural Cooking ClassesNutrition Smart in conjunction with the Culinary Nutrition Association is hosting a series of Hidden Gems Multicultural Cooking Classes as part of Seniors Week 2011.<br />
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The cooking classes will feature traditional recipes prepared by “Hidden Gems” senior members of the community from a variety of cultural backgrounds, all of whom share a passion for cooking and sharing good food.<br />
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The Americas - North and South American Cuisine. Monday 22nd August, 11.30am - 1pm<br />
Venue: Spear It Catering and Cooking School, 78 Taylor St, Bulimba.<br />
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African Cuisine, Wednesday 24th August, 11.30am - 1pm<br />
Venue: Australian Pensioners and Superannuants League, 174 Boundary St, West End<br />
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Traditional Italian Cuisine with Carlo Zincone, Sunday 28th August, 11.30am - 1pm<br />
Venue: Spear It Catering and Cooking School, 78 Taylor St, Bulimba<br />
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Cost: $5 per person<br />
Bookings are essential as places are limited.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA2wrw-eiO_6lv5z9hEMGXGZQyvYSyX38rbO4T27ZNXR33cRyFgfGjpiI4v0ba981MCIyLKZpGkKJIG1-CL0rklUzrn1brFdXJdoAQm6-qTtFVOuwe6hwc4kedTL9APtGZDsLS_dUGGBA/s1600/mushroom+salad.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" naa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA2wrw-eiO_6lv5z9hEMGXGZQyvYSyX38rbO4T27ZNXR33cRyFgfGjpiI4v0ba981MCIyLKZpGkKJIG1-CL0rklUzrn1brFdXJdoAQm6-qTtFVOuwe6hwc4kedTL9APtGZDsLS_dUGGBA/s320/mushroom+salad.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><span>Email matt@nutritionsmart.com.au or phone Matt on </span><span class="skype_pnh_print_container"><span>0408 447 851</span></span><span class="skype_pnh_container" dir="ltr" tabindex="-1"><span class="skype_pnh_mark"> </span></span>Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-20374722131259726212011-07-28T23:51:00.000-07:002011-07-28T23:51:36.397-07:00Spear It Cooking School MarketplaceJoin us at the <a href="http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=c350cea64464d9f10151d04b8&id=88e8c086e5&e=e8b2807b02">Spear It Cooking School Marketplace</a><br />
78 Taylor Street, Bulimba. <br />
2-5pm, Sunday 31st July, 2011.<br />
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<span style="color: green;">Come along to an afternoon of experiences.<br />
Recently opened Spear It Cooking School is hosting an open market day.<br />
On the day you will be able to touch, feel, sample and purchase some excellent quality produce and products.</span><br />
<span style="color: green;">Matt Lim, Dietician and Culinary Nutritionist will be donating two positions at one of his upcoming classes as a lucky door prize.</span>Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-49354128860233488592011-07-16T03:43:00.000-07:002011-07-16T03:44:20.408-07:00Recipe: Quick Claypot Chicken<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Serves 4</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">2 tsp olive oil</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">600g chicken thigh fillets, sliced</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 cup chopped shallots</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">4 cloves garlic, chopped</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 knob ginger, finely chopped </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">2 tbs soy sauce</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 tbs rice wine</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 tbs sugar</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">½ tsp sesame oil</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">4 dried shitake mushrooms chopped in halves</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">optional: hot bean paste</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 tsp cornflour mixed with 100ml water</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">3 bunches<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>bok choy</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 18pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Heat olive oil in claypot over medium heat and brown chicken for 2 minutes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Add shallots, mushrooms, garlic and ginger and cook until the shallots are golden brown.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 18pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">2.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Add soy sauce, wine, sugar and cornflour water.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 18pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">3.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Cook with lid on for 20 minutes or until chicken is tender.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 18pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">4.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Add bok choy and cook until greens are done.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 18pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">5.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Mix through sesame oil prior to serving.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Per serve: 1200kJ, 30g protein, 14g fat, 4g saturated fat, 7g carbohydrate.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
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Unfortunately diabetes myths are believed by many and can lead to inappropriate treatment choices and behaviours. We help each of our clients develop a personalised eating plan to help them control their blood glucose levels and minimise long term complications. <br />
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<span>Please </span><a href="http://www.nutritionsmart.com.au/main/page_contact_us_clinic_locations.html">contact </a><span>any of Nutrition Smart's practices to make an appointment or email us at <a href="mailto:info@nutritionsmart.com.au">info@nutritionsmart.com.au</a>. Remember private health rebates may apply and bulk billing is available for EPC clients with a GP Management Plan. </span><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Poached Pears with Honey Cinnamon Ricotta<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span></span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">4 pears</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">1 bottle red wine</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">1 stick of cinnamon</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">3 cloves</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">1 star anise</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">pinch of nutmeg</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">3 tbs sugar</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Honey Cinnamon Ricotta</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">250g ricotta</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">1 tbs honey</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">½ - 1 tsp cinnamon </span></div><h2 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt -108pt; page-break-after: avoid;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></h2><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Method</span></b><b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; mso-ansi-language: EN;"></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 54pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 36.0pt list 54.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">1.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Peel pears and cut in half removing the core.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 54pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 36.0pt list 54.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">2.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Mix wine, water, sugar and spices in a small pan. (Note: the pan should be sized to allow the pear halves to sit side by side).</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 54pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 36.0pt list 54.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">3.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Poach pears in poaching liquor over low heat until just cooked.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 54pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 36.0pt list 54.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">4.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Remove from heat. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 54pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 36.0pt list 54.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">5.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Mix ricotta with honey and cinnamon.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 54pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 36.0pt list 54.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">6.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Serve warm or cooled pears with ricotta and a little of the poaching liquor drizzled over the top.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 36.0pt;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 36.0pt;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Serves 4.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: 36.0pt;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2_6uSluhCnG9L5zHFl7JsflAR8gIYa710V_BeY9v7j8nftIyktTSJX5iGjeGR0OYAylyse-sJtBBV5Dm3jEhLwzqNezvCluNbp-yxgV2naf2Hfs90oc9EiT4DIuQicyfxXwH2FCCDLpw/s1600/pear.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" m$="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2_6uSluhCnG9L5zHFl7JsflAR8gIYa710V_BeY9v7j8nftIyktTSJX5iGjeGR0OYAylyse-sJtBBV5Dm3jEhLwzqNezvCluNbp-yxgV2naf2Hfs90oc9EiT4DIuQicyfxXwH2FCCDLpw/s1600/pear.jpg" /></a></div>Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-20559281844830630102011-07-10T22:03:00.000-07:002011-07-10T22:03:07.958-07:00Weight Loss Struggles?Finding it difficult to lose weight? This article describes some of the common mistakes that may be making it difficult.<br />
<a href="http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health/new-health/health-nutrition/leslie-beck/cant-lose-weight-these-diet-blunders-may-be-to-blame/article1991153/">http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health/new-health/health-nutrition/leslie-beck/cant-lose-weight-these-diet-blunders-may-be-to-blame/article1991153/</a>Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-86867116160657101652011-07-10T22:00:00.000-07:002011-07-10T22:00:27.702-07:00New Cooking Class Program<span class="B">New Cooking Class Program </span><span>We have a new series of cooking classes running at Spear It Catering and Cooking School, Bulimba. Matt will start these hands on classes in a purpose built teaching and working commercial kitchen. </span><br />
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<span>Upcoming classes include</span><br />
<ul><li><span>Gluten Free</span></li>
<li><span>Vegetarian</span></li>
<li><span>Superfoods</span></li>
<li><span>Optimal Weight Loss </span></li>
<li><span>Beer and Food Matching</span></li>
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<span>Visit our website <a href="http://www.nutritionsmart.com.au/">http://www.nutritionsmart.com.au/</a> for the full program.</span>Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-79922626337190113262010-11-15T20:11:00.000-08:002010-11-15T20:11:02.390-08:00Summer Fruit Compote<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 medium peach (150g)</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 medium nectarine (150g)</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 plum (70g)</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 teaspoon honey</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 star anise</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">1 cinnamon stick</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">juice and rind of 1/2 lemon</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">2 tablespoons water</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Preheat oven to 180</span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Symbol; mso-ascii-font-family: Arial; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: Arial; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Symbol;">°</span></span><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">C.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Cut peaches, plums and nectarines into segments and place in shallow baking dish.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Combine all other ingredients and pour over fruit.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Cook for approximately 15 minutes.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 18pt; tab-stops: list 18.0pt; text-indent: -18pt;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Serve warm or cold with natural yoghurt.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></span></span></div><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Serves 4</span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR64i_VNBFSGhis6bYlQ6wmb7cn_HHufuENM28bIM7U-CL4ZaAvXXAQJc7NqAjTbwBxnLdOp9Z_BT3CEqnOb8ccDU4sb_MENOlzdHSQbghC6dtJW70l__l7tSg6TUBGRsjnT9pNU94Juk/s1600/peaches.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" px="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR64i_VNBFSGhis6bYlQ6wmb7cn_HHufuENM28bIM7U-CL4ZaAvXXAQJc7NqAjTbwBxnLdOp9Z_BT3CEqnOb8ccDU4sb_MENOlzdHSQbghC6dtJW70l__l7tSg6TUBGRsjnT9pNU94Juk/s320/peaches.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a href="http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=151">Image: Suat Eman / FreeDigitalPhotos.net</a>Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-42418713756582821402010-11-15T20:04:00.000-08:002010-11-15T20:04:25.623-08:00Summer Eating Tips<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Whether you are trying to lose weight or just be a little bit healthier, summer is a great time to make sure you eat well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Enjoy<b> seasonal fruit</b> and <b>vegetables</b>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Peaches, plums, mangoes, lychees, grapes, cherries, watermelon, rockmelon are just some of the fruit at their best at this time of the year.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also make the most of<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>rocket, spinach, capsicum, zucchini lettuce, green beans, sweet corn, tomatoes and mushrooms.</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt 18pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Add some <b>new salad recipes</b> to your repertoire.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Use a variety of herbs and spices in your dressings and try some different vinegars.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10pt;">Eat more seafood</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 10pt;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s high in protein, low in saturated fat and can be a good source of omega 3 fats and zinc.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Try grilling, baking or steaming fish and avoid crumbed, battered and fried dishes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><br />
</div><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Be careful with the cold drinks</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"> – soft drinks, alcohol, iced teas, smoothies and frappes can be quite energy dense and may have large serve. </span>Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-36079343396492990422010-09-09T03:53:00.000-07:002010-09-13T03:41:38.790-07:00Where to shop<strong>Some of our favourite suppliers</strong>:<br />
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<strong>Vive</strong><br />
36 Riding Road, Hawthorne<br />
Organic fruit, vegetables, groceries and bulk foods. Also the location of our Hawthorne cooking school.<br />
<a href="http://www.vivemarket.com.au/">http://www.vivemarket.com.au/</a><br />
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<strong>Feast on Fruit</strong><br />
Morningside Central Shopping Centre, 5 Junction Road, Morningside<br />
Fantastic fruit and vegetables and a well-stocked deli section. <br />
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<strong>Levain</strong><br />
38 Junction Road, Morningside<br />
Organic sourdough bread and great chocolate brownies. <br />
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<strong>Sol Bread</strong><br />
23-27 Vulture Street, West End (and other locations around Brisbane)<br />
Another producer of organic sourdough bread. <br />
<a href="http://ishop.solbreads.com.au/">http://ishop.solbreads.com.au/</a><br />
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<strong>Geeta Enterprises</strong><br />
McWhirters Centre, Warner and Wickham Streets, Fortitude Valley<br />
Indian/Sri Lankan groceries including a good range of spices, curry powder and flours. <br />
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<strong>Pennisi Cuisine</strong><br />
17 Balaclava Street, Woolloongabba<br />
Continental and Middle Eastern Groceries. Cheeses, cured meats, smoked paprika, organic wholemeal pasta, Central American products. Try to avoid on Saturday mornings if you don't like crowds!<br />
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<strong>Yuen’s Market Trading Co</strong>.<br />
155 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley<br />
Asian supermarket. Also a good spot to pick up a mortar and pestle. <br />
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<strong>Allsop and England Butchers</strong><br />
297 Old Cleveland Road, Coorparoo<br />
Organic butchers. Friendly with great products.<br />
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<strong>Fish Factory</strong><br />
363 Lytton Rd, Morningside<br />
Fresh seafood.<br />
<a href="http://www.fishfactory.com.au/">http://www.fishfactory.com.au/</a><br />
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<strong>Merlo Coffee</strong><br />
104 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley<br />
Great milk frothing for coffees. Always friendly.<br />
<a href="http://www.merlo.com.au/">http://www.merlo.com.au/</a><br />
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<strong>Nectar Beer and Wine Specialists</strong><br />
114 Boundary Street, West End<br />
Brisbane’s largest beer selection.<br />
<a href="http://www.nectarwines.com.au/">http://www.nectarwines.com.au/</a><br />
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<strong>The Natural Foodstore</strong><br />
352 Mons Road, Forest Glen<br />
Organic fresh produce, home delivery is available.<br />
<a href="http://www.thenaturalfoodstore.com.au/">http://www.thenaturalfoodstore.com.au/</a><br />
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<strong>QCC</strong>36 Manilla Street, East Brisbane<br />
Kitchen equipment. <br />
<a href="http://www.qcc.net.au/">http://www.qcc.net.au/</a>Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-58851804862434984812010-08-27T03:16:00.000-07:002010-08-27T03:16:54.936-07:00Chargrilled Vegetables2 medium zucchini<br />
6 button squash<br />
10 button mushrooms<br />
1 red capsicum<br />
1 green capsicum<br />
1 red onion<br />
4 roma tomatoes<br />
1 bunch asparagus<br />
4 whole garlic cloves<br />
Rosemary/thyme<br />
Olive oil<br />
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar<br />
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1. Preheat barbecue plate or grill on high heat.<br />
2. Prepare vegetables – slice zucchini and onion; cut squash, tomatoes and mushrooms into quarters; chop capsicum into large dice; cut asparagus into 4cm lengths; squash garlic with the blade of a knife. <br />
3. Brush plate lightly with olive oil<br />
4. Add vegetables and herbs, and allow to cook for approximately 5-7 minutes, turning regularly to ensure even cooking.<br />
5. Add vinegar immediately prior to removing from hot plate.<br />
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Serves 4.<br />
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Notes:<br />
· Many other vegetables may be used – thinly sliced fennel, baby eggplant, cherry tomatoes, pre-cooked sweet potato etc.<br />
· Cold vegetables may be used in salads, pasta sauces etc.<br />
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<a href="http://www.nutritionsmart.com.au/">Nutrition Smart</a>Culinary Nutritionisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17679281869465249029noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8897242839726280590.post-46920129919562547822010-08-21T17:58:00.000-07:002010-08-21T17:58:06.308-07:00Brews Brothers Beer and Food Matching EventIn order to promote healthy eating and responsible drinking Matt recently conducted a beer and food appreciation event at Brews Brothers microbrewery, Woolloongabba. <br />
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Matt prepared <br />
<ul><li>French Onion Soup with Beer Damper</li>
<li>Smokey US style Pork Ribs and </li>
<li>Sticky Date Muffins with a Beer Caramel Sauce</li>
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All courses were matched with a craft beer brewed on the premises. The event was a sell out! <br />
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<div> </div><div> </div>The next event will be held on the 10th of September. See our website for details. www.nutritionsmart.com.au <br />
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1/2 cup buckwheat flour<br />
1/2 tsp baking powder<br />
1/2 cup skim milk<br />
1/2 tsp cinnamon<br />
butter, for cooking <br />
<div> </div>1. Combine eggs, flour, baking powder, milk and cinnamon and whisk lightly to combine before folding in mashed banana.<br />
2. Cook pancakes in a little butter in a non-stick pan, turning when bubbles appear on the surface.<br />
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Makes 6 medium pancakes.<br />
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<ul><li>These gluten free pancakes make a great breakfast served with yoghurt and maple syrup or berries.</li>
<li>For a higher protein version add 2 tablespoons of whey protein concentrate to the batter.</li>
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