So I've decided to just focus on Macarons for the New Years Day Market in Port Fairy I've been having fun playing around. So I won't have any melting moments, florentines etc (sorry) but I have a stack of Macaron flavours. If you're after biscuits or cakes will cater for you guys next week.
Enjoy!
Bridie
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Friday, December 30, 2011
Thursday, December 29, 2011
To market, to market.... New Years Day @ Port Fairy Wharf
I hope everybody is enjoying the festive season?
It is the start of the summer markets at the wharf (king george square) in Port Fairy this Sunday - New Years Day 9am-2pm. Come down for a great family day out with lots of activities, stalls, food & fun.
Gee I think I've forgotten how busy Port Fairy can be, but what a place to be over summer. Great weather and heaps of stuff to do, mostly for free. Our kids have seen a reptile show, watched Rio the movie at night on the village green and made their own musical instruments and that has only been since Tuesday, we haven't even hit NYE yet. I highly recommend checking out the moyneyanna festival program and making the most of Port Fairy in January.
It has been a long December with all the Christmas Orders but very satisfied with our efforts by the end. I hope all who purchased or received treats enjoyed them. A big thank-you to Michael for all of his work!
A few days out of the kitchen and now its time to start thinking of some new macaron flavours for the January Markets. This week the Macarons will be....
Buttered Popcorn & Caramel
Raspberry & Cream
Triple Chocolate
Sticky Date
Mandarin
Salted Caramel
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Violet & Blackcurrant
Vanilla Bean & Rosewater
If time permits I'll have a few flavours of melting moments, florentines and hopefully a couple of other goodies.
Hope to see you all there....
Enjoy!
Bridie
It is the start of the summer markets at the wharf (king george square) in Port Fairy this Sunday - New Years Day 9am-2pm. Come down for a great family day out with lots of activities, stalls, food & fun.
Gee I think I've forgotten how busy Port Fairy can be, but what a place to be over summer. Great weather and heaps of stuff to do, mostly for free. Our kids have seen a reptile show, watched Rio the movie at night on the village green and made their own musical instruments and that has only been since Tuesday, we haven't even hit NYE yet. I highly recommend checking out the moyneyanna festival program and making the most of Port Fairy in January.
It has been a long December with all the Christmas Orders but very satisfied with our efforts by the end. I hope all who purchased or received treats enjoyed them. A big thank-you to Michael for all of his work!
A few days out of the kitchen and now its time to start thinking of some new macaron flavours for the January Markets. This week the Macarons will be....
Buttered Popcorn & Caramel
Raspberry & Cream
Triple Chocolate
Sticky Date
Mandarin
Salted Caramel
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Violet & Blackcurrant
Vanilla Bean & Rosewater
If time permits I'll have a few flavours of melting moments, florentines and hopefully a couple of other goodies.
Hope to see you all there....
Enjoy!
Bridie
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Xmas Market this Saturday 10th December
The Market is on this Saturday, 8am - 1pm at Railway Place Port Fairy. With the market moving to the railway place (near the tourist info) there is more room to browse and more stalls to look at. A great place to come and get some xmas shopping done. The Made market is also on at the Church of England on the same day with beautiful handmade gifts. So a great day to be had in Port Fairy (as always - we are pretty spoilt living here).
We, and I mean we, Michael and I, have been working hard on filling xmas orders, keeping the shops stocked and having some goodies for market. Poor Michael will get RSI from rolling Melting Moments, you would have to agree though he does them so perfectly, each one weighed to be the perfect size. All xmas orders will be available to pick up on Saturday from 9am at the Market.
For those of you who don't have in an order, don't worry, we have lots of different xmas treats for the market.
Of course we have Macarons with some of the Christmas Flavours ready to be boxed or eaten as you browse the market. We also have Passionfruit Melting Moments, Vanilla Bean Melting Moments and my favourite Christmas Spice and Brandy Melting Moments - these are so moreish and such a great little christmas present.
What else....
Jars of Salted Caramel Sauce
Double Choc & Raspberry Brownie
Candy Cane Brownies
Sour Cherry & White Chocolate Blondie
White and dark chocolate Florentines
& Pistachio, Cranberry & White Chocolate Rocky Road
The Macarons, Salted Caramel Jars and Rocky Road are all gluten free.
Lots of choice but only limited amounts so get in quick.
Hope to see you on Saturday and here's hoping the rain holds off til midday? Please?!
Bridie
We, and I mean we, Michael and I, have been working hard on filling xmas orders, keeping the shops stocked and having some goodies for market. Poor Michael will get RSI from rolling Melting Moments, you would have to agree though he does them so perfectly, each one weighed to be the perfect size. All xmas orders will be available to pick up on Saturday from 9am at the Market.
For those of you who don't have in an order, don't worry, we have lots of different xmas treats for the market.
Of course we have Macarons with some of the Christmas Flavours ready to be boxed or eaten as you browse the market. We also have Passionfruit Melting Moments, Vanilla Bean Melting Moments and my favourite Christmas Spice and Brandy Melting Moments - these are so moreish and such a great little christmas present.
What else....
Jars of Salted Caramel Sauce
Double Choc & Raspberry Brownie
Candy Cane Brownies
Sour Cherry & White Chocolate Blondie
White and dark chocolate Florentines
& Pistachio, Cranberry & White Chocolate Rocky Road
The Macarons, Salted Caramel Jars and Rocky Road are all gluten free.
Lots of choice but only limited amounts so get in quick.
Hope to see you on Saturday and here's hoping the rain holds off til midday? Please?!
Bridie
Friday, December 2, 2011
Merry Christmas from me to you - My Xmas Cake Recipe!!
Hi all,
I've had a stack of requests for the Christmas Cake that I made last year. Unfortunately I just don't have the oven time and space. You also have to charge a lot of money for them because the ingredients are expensive and the time it takes. So to make up for some peoples disappointment I have decided to give you one of my favourite Christmas Cake recipes and you can give it a go yourself.
This recipe is easy and it doesn't use too many different ingredients. Some have lots of different dried fruits but I like the traditional mixed fruit combo and you don't have to spend hours cutting up fruit. You do need to be prepared though. The fruit needs to be soaked for 24hrs before and the cake needs 24hrs to come to room temp before serving. Here it is:
Bridie's Favourite Cointreau Xmas Cake Recipe
250g Butter, softened
250g Brown Sugar (or dark brown sugar if you want it richer)
4 eggs
2 Tbsp Orange Marmalade
1.5kg Mixed Dried Fruit (use good quality, you can tell the difference)
225g Plain Flour
75g Self Raising Flour
2 Tsp Mixed Spice
125ml Cointreau (or Gran Marnier or Triple Sec or try Brandy or Sherry for a different flavour)
Extra Cointreau (or alcohol of your choice) for pouring when cake cooked
Soak the fruit in the cointreau 24hrs before making the cake.
Preheat the oven to 150 degrees celcius, if oven is fan forced you may want to reduce this a little, say 10 to 20 degrees.
Prepare a deep 19cm square cake pan or 22cm round cake pan. Line the base and sides of the pan with baking paper 3 times so it is 3 thicknesses bringing the sides at least 5cm above the top of the pan. All of this helps with stopping burning. Cooking spray is great to help with all of this paper sticking.
Beat butter and sugar with mixer until just combined; beat in eggs, one at a time, until just combines. Mixture may look curdled but it will come together in the end.
Scrape this mixture into a large bowl; add marmalade and the fruit (with any excess alcohol left). Mix this thoroughly with one hand. Sift flours and spice over mixture and mix well with your hand - all good xmas cakes and puddings are mixed by hand!
Drop dollops of the mixture into the corners of the pan - this will hold the paper in place. Spread the remaining mixture into the pan.
Drop the cake pan onto the bench to settle the cake and remove any large air bubbles. Level the surface of the cake with a wet metal spatula or spoon.
Bake cake in the oven for about 3 hours. Skewer should come out relatively clean, no uncooked mixture. If during the cooking process the cake is getting too dark on top put foil loosely over the top of the cake. Also turn the cake a few times during cooking.
Remove the cake brush or pour over extra alcohol (depends on your taste) and cover tightly with foil and leave on the bench, if pouring put skewer holes first for the alchohol to soak into. Allow 24hrs for the cake to come to room temp. This cake can be frozen up to 12 months or wrapped tightly in cling wrap then foil then kept in a cool dark place for up to 3 months. If using over the next few weeks keep in a tin or tupperware container.
Decorating is left up to your imagination!
Good luck to all who try this recipe, I hope you like it.
Enjoy!
Bridie
I've had a stack of requests for the Christmas Cake that I made last year. Unfortunately I just don't have the oven time and space. You also have to charge a lot of money for them because the ingredients are expensive and the time it takes. So to make up for some peoples disappointment I have decided to give you one of my favourite Christmas Cake recipes and you can give it a go yourself.
This recipe is easy and it doesn't use too many different ingredients. Some have lots of different dried fruits but I like the traditional mixed fruit combo and you don't have to spend hours cutting up fruit. You do need to be prepared though. The fruit needs to be soaked for 24hrs before and the cake needs 24hrs to come to room temp before serving. Here it is:
Bridie's Favourite Cointreau Xmas Cake Recipe
250g Butter, softened
250g Brown Sugar (or dark brown sugar if you want it richer)
4 eggs
2 Tbsp Orange Marmalade
1.5kg Mixed Dried Fruit (use good quality, you can tell the difference)
225g Plain Flour
75g Self Raising Flour
2 Tsp Mixed Spice
125ml Cointreau (or Gran Marnier or Triple Sec or try Brandy or Sherry for a different flavour)
Extra Cointreau (or alcohol of your choice) for pouring when cake cooked
Soak the fruit in the cointreau 24hrs before making the cake.
Preheat the oven to 150 degrees celcius, if oven is fan forced you may want to reduce this a little, say 10 to 20 degrees.
Prepare a deep 19cm square cake pan or 22cm round cake pan. Line the base and sides of the pan with baking paper 3 times so it is 3 thicknesses bringing the sides at least 5cm above the top of the pan. All of this helps with stopping burning. Cooking spray is great to help with all of this paper sticking.
Beat butter and sugar with mixer until just combined; beat in eggs, one at a time, until just combines. Mixture may look curdled but it will come together in the end.
Scrape this mixture into a large bowl; add marmalade and the fruit (with any excess alcohol left). Mix this thoroughly with one hand. Sift flours and spice over mixture and mix well with your hand - all good xmas cakes and puddings are mixed by hand!
Drop dollops of the mixture into the corners of the pan - this will hold the paper in place. Spread the remaining mixture into the pan.
Drop the cake pan onto the bench to settle the cake and remove any large air bubbles. Level the surface of the cake with a wet metal spatula or spoon.
Bake cake in the oven for about 3 hours. Skewer should come out relatively clean, no uncooked mixture. If during the cooking process the cake is getting too dark on top put foil loosely over the top of the cake. Also turn the cake a few times during cooking.
Remove the cake brush or pour over extra alcohol (depends on your taste) and cover tightly with foil and leave on the bench, if pouring put skewer holes first for the alchohol to soak into. Allow 24hrs for the cake to come to room temp. This cake can be frozen up to 12 months or wrapped tightly in cling wrap then foil then kept in a cool dark place for up to 3 months. If using over the next few weeks keep in a tin or tupperware container.
Decorating is left up to your imagination!
Good luck to all who try this recipe, I hope you like it.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Christmas Orders Reminder
Just a quick reminder that Xmas orders close next Monday 5th December.
So if you want to guarantee that you get Macarons and Treats for the christmas table and lots of treat boxes for all those 'hard to buy' gifts for teachers, daycare, friends and kris kringle then pop over to the Christmas tab and get thinking.
I'll be at market throughout December, including Xmas eve, but I already have a lot of orders for christmas, birthdays, weddings and our stockists so I can't guarantee what and how much will be available at market.
If there is something you really want get in now and just send me an email. Payment is on pick up.
Oh and I've added jars of salted caramel and Brandy Butter to the list.
Enjoy!
Bridie
So if you want to guarantee that you get Macarons and Treats for the christmas table and lots of treat boxes for all those 'hard to buy' gifts for teachers, daycare, friends and kris kringle then pop over to the Christmas tab and get thinking.
I'll be at market throughout December, including Xmas eve, but I already have a lot of orders for christmas, birthdays, weddings and our stockists so I can't guarantee what and how much will be available at market.
If there is something you really want get in now and just send me an email. Payment is on pick up.
Oh and I've added jars of salted caramel and Brandy Butter to the list.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Friday, November 18, 2011
Three French Hens Market
Treats by Bridie will be featured at the Three French Hens Hamilton Market tomorrow (Saturday 19th December). So if you want something to do why not come for a drive to the Hamilton Showgrounds 10am - 4pm. Click on the link below for more info....
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Thursday, November 10, 2011
Please support McHappy Day!!
Hi all,
I am asking everyone I know to please support McHappy Day tomorrow. We stayed at Ronald McDonald House throughout Greta's Brain Surgeries and it was such a relief to have a bed so close to the Hospital. The staff and volunteers are amazing and boy did we have some fantastic meals while we were there. A big shout out to the volunteers from AXA Insurance - best lamb shanks and mash ever!! It really is set up like a home and helps out so many people.
I am sure we will be there in the future and it is great to know that support is there.
Buy a big mac or if your not really into Maccas like me, you can buy a helping hand, which is a $2 donation.
Please forward this, tweet it, post it on facebook etc!
Thanks,
Bridie
I am asking everyone I know to please support McHappy Day tomorrow. We stayed at Ronald McDonald House throughout Greta's Brain Surgeries and it was such a relief to have a bed so close to the Hospital. The staff and volunteers are amazing and boy did we have some fantastic meals while we were there. A big shout out to the volunteers from AXA Insurance - best lamb shanks and mash ever!! It really is set up like a home and helps out so many people.
I am sure we will be there in the future and it is great to know that support is there.
Buy a big mac or if your not really into Maccas like me, you can buy a helping hand, which is a $2 donation.
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Thanks,
Bridie
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Christmas is coming!! 52 Sleeps to go.....
Hi all,
Well its coming up to that time of year again and Christmas preparations are well under way in the West household:
1. because this coming weekend is my last free one until late Feb and I need to make sure Santa is well prepped and
2. we need to get you all thinking about our yummy christmas goodies so you can get your orders in asap!
The 2011 Christmas Range will surely have something to delight everyone. Macarons, Moments and Brownies with Christmas themes and some other delights to make Christmas extra special! All boxes are presented in a Christmas Theme and make the perfect gift. They can be ordered directly through me or purchased at Market in Port Fairy & Hamilton. Pronto Fine Foods in Warrnambool and Lilypond Boutique in Geelong will have their own select ranges.
Plenty of trialling and tasting has been going on around here for the past couple of weeks and I've finally settled on our Christmas Macarons. A beautiful selection of flavours, some traditional, some a little more contemporary but all sure to get you in the Christmas spirit. They are:
* Cointreau Christmas Pudding
* Ginger, Fig & Honey
* Egg Nog (Nutmeg & Brandy)
* Boozy Cherries & Chocolate
* Peppermint Candy Cane
* Pistachio, Rhubarb & Red Berries
So click on the Christmas Tab to see the full range of treats, details of markets, delivery and pick up options and most importantly, how to order.
At the Port Fairy Market all this month the Christmas boxes on display and I will be taking orders. Pronto are having a Christmas preview day on Saturday 12th November, and we will have tastes available.
Any queries don't hesitate to drop me a line or give me a call, especially for larger orders.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Sunday, October 30, 2011
In the news....
I had the opportunity to give some of my Macarons to the Herald Sun Food Editor a few weeks ago. Kind of forgot about it and went on as normal. Tan & Liz from the Merrijig Kitchen informed Michael that we were getting some great press on Twitter from the Herald Sun. Obviously they are more up with it than us being on twitter so the next hour or so involved Michael and I trying to work out Twitter (OMG I hardly even do Facebook) sign up and see what was going on. After a little time feeling old and outdated we were on and this is what the lovely Zoe from the Herald Sun had to say....
Then to my surprise Pierrick Boyer complimented them, very happy with this - Thanks. Pierrick Boyer is the Founder and Manager of Le Petit Gateau in Melbourne, Little Collins St at the bottom of the RACV Club. He is a world renowned pastry chef and produces amazing creations. If you're in the City during the week pop in for some of their beautiful sweets but if you want Macarons go early because they don't last long!
"New contender for Victoria's best macarons all the way from Port Fairy by Treats by Bridie" :: http://yfrog.com/h0c15mdfj
Then to my surprise Pierrick Boyer complimented them, very happy with this - Thanks. Pierrick Boyer is the Founder and Manager of Le Petit Gateau in Melbourne, Little Collins St at the bottom of the RACV Club. He is a world renowned pastry chef and produces amazing creations. If you're in the City during the week pop in for some of their beautiful sweets but if you want Macarons go early because they don't last long!
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Market @ Port Fairy Sat 7th Oct
Hi all,
Tomorrow I'll be at the Port Fairy Market, 8-1pm (actually if you know what I'm like, more like 9-1), not that good in the mornings!!!
Macarons, macarons - I'm thinking....
Cassis (changed the colour, lighter purple, really stunning)
Vanilla Bean, Rosewater & Turkish Delight
Strawberries & Cream (with a metallic dust)
Salted Caramel
Coconut & Honey
I will also be featuring a Pierre Herme (the Godfather of Macarons from France) Flavour each market.
Tomorrow I'll be at the Port Fairy Market, 8-1pm (actually if you know what I'm like, more like 9-1), not that good in the mornings!!!
Macarons, macarons - I'm thinking....
Cassis (changed the colour, lighter purple, really stunning)
Vanilla Bean, Rosewater & Turkish Delight
Strawberries & Cream (with a metallic dust)
Salted Caramel
Coconut & Honey
I will also be featuring a Pierre Herme (the Godfather of Macarons from France) Flavour each market.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
No Farmers Market this Saturday 17th September
Sorry all,
Unable to make the Farmers Market at Port Fairy on Saturday. Too many other committments. Will be there next week for the craft market. If you are after Macarons, Brownies or Melting Moments Pronto have just had a delivery this morning or you could sit down and have a cuppa and a Macaron at Brightbird Espresso.
Have a lovely weekend,
Bridie
Unable to make the Farmers Market at Port Fairy on Saturday. Too many other committments. Will be there next week for the craft market. If you are after Macarons, Brownies or Melting Moments Pronto have just had a delivery this morning or you could sit down and have a cuppa and a Macaron at Brightbird Espresso.
Have a lovely weekend,
Bridie
Monday, September 12, 2011
West Kids Birthday Festival & Great Cake Recipe
Over the next couple of weeks it is the West Kids Birthday Festival. Jonty, Eamon and Greta's Birthdays are within 5 days of each other. So September is a busy month at our house, not to mention it was Hugh & Zac, our twin nephew's birthdays a few days ago.
So obviously I have birthday cakes on my mind. I always use a fantastic butter cake recipe from the Australian Womens Weekly which is really yum. The recipe is below and in the recipe section so I recommend you give it a go and am sure it will become one of your staples as well.
Jonty wants something to do with dinosaurs and would like a carrot cake (he is not into sweet things). Eamon is obsessed with wiggles and Greta loves any type of cake so long as it is sweet with lots of icing. So the plan in my head is...
So obviously I have birthday cakes on my mind. I always use a fantastic butter cake recipe from the Australian Womens Weekly which is really yum. The recipe is below and in the recipe section so I recommend you give it a go and am sure it will become one of your staples as well.
Jonty wants something to do with dinosaurs and would like a carrot cake (he is not into sweet things). Eamon is obsessed with wiggles and Greta loves any type of cake so long as it is sweet with lots of icing. So the plan in my head is...
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Fathers Day, Gisborne & Port Fairy Markets
This sunday will be my first time at the Gisborne Market. It is a huge market in the centre of beautiful Gisborne with over 200 stalls. So if you live in the region why not take a drive on Sunday and come on down 9am - 2pm. We will be at the Gisborne market the first sunday of every month from now on. http://www.gisborneoldetimemarket.org.au/
Gisborne? you say. Michael's brother and his wife have just built a beautiful house in Gisborne. We thought it was the perfect opportunity to spend more time with them and our new nephew, Patrick, so Gisborne it is.
The next Port Fairy Market will be Saturday week 10th September 9am-1pm which is also the festival of words winter weekend.
September is a Birthday Festival in the West and Allen household with Shane & Gaz's twins Hugh and Zac, Jonty and Eamon & Greta all having their birthdays as well as some in laws. So we will be at market but may need to leave early on some days so get in before 12 for your Macarons.
Yesterday I delivered Macaron and Melting Moment packs to Pronto. The macaron boxes have been packaged in a more blokey design for the weekend and the moments are in little boxes. So get in today or tomorrow if you wnat them for Father's day. If you live in Queenscliff McKenzie Ebbels will have their Macaron gift boxes on Saturday Morning.
I hope all dad's have a great day on sunday!
Enjoy!
Bridie
Gisborne? you say. Michael's brother and his wife have just built a beautiful house in Gisborne. We thought it was the perfect opportunity to spend more time with them and our new nephew, Patrick, so Gisborne it is.
The next Port Fairy Market will be Saturday week 10th September 9am-1pm which is also the festival of words winter weekend.
September is a Birthday Festival in the West and Allen household with Shane & Gaz's twins Hugh and Zac, Jonty and Eamon & Greta all having their birthdays as well as some in laws. So we will be at market but may need to leave early on some days so get in before 12 for your Macarons.
Yesterday I delivered Macaron and Melting Moment packs to Pronto. The macaron boxes have been packaged in a more blokey design for the weekend and the moments are in little boxes. So get in today or tomorrow if you wnat them for Father's day. If you live in Queenscliff McKenzie Ebbels will have their Macaron gift boxes on Saturday Morning.
I hope all dad's have a great day on sunday!
Enjoy!
Bridie
Wedding Pic
Mid July I did some Macarons for Nicola and James' Wedding. A lovely couple from Geelong who were married in the picture perfect town of Sorrento. Time was spent picking colours and flavours and the final product was:
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Mandarin
Raspberry
Salted Caramel
Honey & Coconut
Cassis (Blackcurrant)
According to Nicola the guests loved the Macarons but unfortunately they went so quickly that James and Nicola did not even get one themselves. They are overseas for six months now but I will make sure that they get a couple when they get back.
Very kindly Nicola sent me a picture of the Macarons on the day.
I wish them all the best for their travels and their new life together.
Bridie
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Mandarin
Raspberry
Salted Caramel
Honey & Coconut
Cassis (Blackcurrant)
According to Nicola the guests loved the Macarons but unfortunately they went so quickly that James and Nicola did not even get one themselves. They are overseas for six months now but I will make sure that they get a couple when they get back.
Very kindly Nicola sent me a picture of the Macarons on the day.
I wish them all the best for their travels and their new life together.
Bridie
Burch & Purchese Sweet Studio - a visit to cake heaven!
During our recent stay at the RCH, we had some time to kill, actually a whole day of waiting to find out how Greta was going and we couldn't stay with her. Anxious, Nervous, Grumpy, thinking too much - what to do - in true Quinn girl tradition lets eat cake! So my sister and I took a drive to Chapel St and bought up big at Burch & Purchese Sweet Studio.
Burch & Purchese Sweet Studio sells amazing cakes, desserts, chocolates and sweet treats. Darren Purchese is the patisserie brain behind the shop, he is a world acclaimed pastry chef and for good reason. Kate, the masterchef, went up against him in an immunity challenge on masterchef this year. She did a pretty good job but couldn't quite pull off his amazing carmelised white chocolate mousse with banana, vanilla and passionfruit.
The shop is beautiful, it is just pretty as a picture and then the sweets - oh my god!! We were in heaven! See the pictures below. If you are in the area it is well worth a visit. Just a note though it is takeaway only, no sit down or coffee so be prepared, take your goodies home, get a great coffee on the way and then enjoy! Also it is not cheap, but the ingredients are second to none and the time taken to make the creations is phenomenal so well worth the price. Oh we also purchased jars of salted caramel, raspberry & Choc Hazelnut Spread. Caramelised Cocoa Nibs and Blocks of Chocolate (all as gifts of course!) There is an open kitchen in the shop so you can watch the pastry chefs work their magic. The kitchen is whiz bang - I want one!!
Burch & Purchese Sweet Studio sells amazing cakes, desserts, chocolates and sweet treats. Darren Purchese is the patisserie brain behind the shop, he is a world acclaimed pastry chef and for good reason. Kate, the masterchef, went up against him in an immunity challenge on masterchef this year. She did a pretty good job but couldn't quite pull off his amazing carmelised white chocolate mousse with banana, vanilla and passionfruit.
The shop is beautiful, it is just pretty as a picture and then the sweets - oh my god!! We were in heaven! See the pictures below. If you are in the area it is well worth a visit. Just a note though it is takeaway only, no sit down or coffee so be prepared, take your goodies home, get a great coffee on the way and then enjoy! Also it is not cheap, but the ingredients are second to none and the time taken to make the creations is phenomenal so well worth the price. Oh we also purchased jars of salted caramel, raspberry & Choc Hazelnut Spread. Caramelised Cocoa Nibs and Blocks of Chocolate (all as gifts of course!) There is an open kitchen in the shop so you can watch the pastry chefs work their magic. The kitchen is whiz bang - I want one!!
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| The beautiful Store |
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| Vanilla, Pistachio, Lemon & Green Tea White chocolate & vanilla mousse / pistachio cream / crunchy green tea meringue / lemon cream / pistachio cake / green tea macaroon / brilliant white chocolate spray |
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| Raspberry Meringue Cloud |
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| Chocolate, Mandarin & Salted Caramel Kendari 60% chocolate mousse | Murray River salted caramel | burnt mandarin cream | St Clements marmalade | aerated chocolate shortbread | chocolate mirror glaze |
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| Packing up our goodies! |
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| Rhubarb Jelly, Walnut Crumble, Bourbon Vanilla Bean Cheesecake, Carmelised apple, Bourbon Vanilla Bean White Chocolate Spray & Caramelised Walnut |
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Winter Weekend Market this Saturday 6th August
We are all home safe and well!!
Greta's brain surgeries went really well and we've already seen some improvements. Thanks to all for your well wishes and support.
I'm really looking forward to the market on Saturday. It has been good to get back into the kitchen and have a bit of a play with flavours and textures.
The Macaron list for the market is pretty extensive and numbers of each flavour will be limited, get in early so you don't miss out! Hopefully I can tempt you with these flavours:
Blood Orange
Lemon
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Tiramisu
Raspberry
Salted Caramel
Rhubarb Crumble
Strawberry
Mandarin
Chocolate Hazelnut
Blackcurrant
Chocolate & Creme de Menthe
If I get the time I am also hoping to make some Chocarons. Chocarons? you ask. Macarons dipped in Couveture Belgium Chocolate - OMG! I am thinking of White Chocolate & Green Tea and Dark Chocolate & Salted Caramel.
I also plan to have some lemon and passionfruit moments and some double choc & raspberry brownie.
Hope to see you there.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Greta's brain surgeries went really well and we've already seen some improvements. Thanks to all for your well wishes and support.
I'm really looking forward to the market on Saturday. It has been good to get back into the kitchen and have a bit of a play with flavours and textures.
The Macaron list for the market is pretty extensive and numbers of each flavour will be limited, get in early so you don't miss out! Hopefully I can tempt you with these flavours:
Blood Orange
Lemon
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Tiramisu
Raspberry
Salted Caramel
Rhubarb Crumble
Strawberry
Mandarin
Chocolate Hazelnut
Blackcurrant
Chocolate & Creme de Menthe
If I get the time I am also hoping to make some Chocarons. Chocarons? you ask. Macarons dipped in Couveture Belgium Chocolate - OMG! I am thinking of White Chocolate & Green Tea and Dark Chocolate & Salted Caramel.
I also plan to have some lemon and passionfruit moments and some double choc & raspberry brownie.
Hope to see you there.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Port Fairy Winter Weekend 5-7 Aug
The August Winter Weekend Festival in Port Fairy is sure to be a great one. Taste the Flavours of Port Fairy, a celebration of food and wine.
If all is going well with my daughter's surgeries I plan to be at the Port Fairy Market on Saturday 6th August. I have been working on a few special macarons for this weekend so stay tuned....
Enjoy!
Bridie
If all is going well with my daughter's surgeries I plan to be at the Port Fairy Market on Saturday 6th August. I have been working on a few special macarons for this weekend so stay tuned....
Enjoy!
Bridie
On Leave
As some of you are already aware the time has finally come for Greta, my 2yo daughter, to have her brain surgeries at the Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne. We are nervous, relieved and optimistic all at the same time. Greta is being treated by the best medical team we could have hoped for so we know all will go well!
But as a result I will not be available from 18th July to the 7th August. Please feel free to email me during that time, but it may take a little while to get a response.
Thanks for your understanding,
Bridie
But as a result I will not be available from 18th July to the 7th August. Please feel free to email me during that time, but it may take a little while to get a response.
Thanks for your understanding,
Bridie
Stockist Updates
Hi all,
Just a quick note to let everybody know that there has been a small change in Macaron stockists.
Pronto Fine Food Merchants
Pronto have moved into a new bigger store. Still in the Safeway complex but on the highway side. There new premises looks fantastic, Sally & Ted have done a great job. All of your old favourites are available as well as some new lines, this includes Macarons with two new flavours being added to the list - Lemon and Tiramisu. You can also purchase my Brownies and Blondies there. Make sure you have some time up your sleeve when you visit next to check out all that is on offer.
The Merrijig Kitchen
Liz & Tanya from the Stag have also moved, to the Merrijig Inn. Macarons are being served on the menu at the Merrijig Kitchen. Michael and I went there for dinner a few weekends ago and it was really lovely. The dining room has an cosy intimate feel and the food was fabulous and highly recommended. Thanks to all for looking after us so well.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Just a quick note to let everybody know that there has been a small change in Macaron stockists.
Pronto Fine Food Merchants
Pronto have moved into a new bigger store. Still in the Safeway complex but on the highway side. There new premises looks fantastic, Sally & Ted have done a great job. All of your old favourites are available as well as some new lines, this includes Macarons with two new flavours being added to the list - Lemon and Tiramisu. You can also purchase my Brownies and Blondies there. Make sure you have some time up your sleeve when you visit next to check out all that is on offer.
The Merrijig Kitchen
Liz & Tanya from the Stag have also moved, to the Merrijig Inn. Macarons are being served on the menu at the Merrijig Kitchen. Michael and I went there for dinner a few weekends ago and it was really lovely. The dining room has an cosy intimate feel and the food was fabulous and highly recommended. Thanks to all for looking after us so well.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Next Market May 28th
Hi all,
Just a quick note to let everybody know that my next Port Fairy Market will be Saturday May 28th. I won't be at the Farmers Market tomorrow as I will be in Barwon Heads at Annies organising a couple of new lines. My apologies for not being there last week but water and macarons really don't mix so if it is looking like rain I will most likely not go.
If you were hoping to catch me this weekend I do have some Macarons in stock so just give me a buzz or text 0408 276 570.
Sorry I haven't blogged for a while. I'll make some time next week. Michael and I did a mini macaron tour of Melbourne over Easter so I'll let you know the places to go. I also have a couple of yummy recipes for this chilly weather to post so stay tuned.
Oh I almost forgot, if you like the passionfruit and the lemon melting moments you can now get them in packs of 6 at Pronto.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Just a quick note to let everybody know that my next Port Fairy Market will be Saturday May 28th. I won't be at the Farmers Market tomorrow as I will be in Barwon Heads at Annies organising a couple of new lines. My apologies for not being there last week but water and macarons really don't mix so if it is looking like rain I will most likely not go.
If you were hoping to catch me this weekend I do have some Macarons in stock so just give me a buzz or text 0408 276 570.
Sorry I haven't blogged for a while. I'll make some time next week. Michael and I did a mini macaron tour of Melbourne over Easter so I'll let you know the places to go. I also have a couple of yummy recipes for this chilly weather to post so stay tuned.
Oh I almost forgot, if you like the passionfruit and the lemon melting moments you can now get them in packs of 6 at Pronto.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Monday, April 4, 2011
Exciting Times @ Treats by Bridie
Hi everyone,
For anybody who has visited Barwon Heads they know that a trip to Annie's Provedore is a must and if you haven't been there put it on your must do list.
Tanya & Liz from The Stag Restaurant in Port Fairy have been regular macaron customers at market and ever encouraging of my leap into the baking business.
They have now paid me the ultimate compliment by featuring Treats by Bridie Macarons on the menu. Wow! Still a little in shock about this but very excited.
I have some exciting news for Treats by Bridie, Macarons are now available in Geelong and Barwon Heads!
Things really have grown since the first market which is fantastic. Business is growing fast which is scary and exciting all at the same time. A big thank you to all who have supported us so far. I never dreamed that I would be making 1000 macarons (and rising) a week and now that seems to be all I dream of - if I get some sleep.
Yes some nights Michael (my husband) and I don't get any sleep but we probably wouldn't have had any anyway with any one of the kids deciding our bed is more comfortable than theirs and then somehow, while being sound asleep, turning into a mini human washing machine thrashing about all over the bed and driving us crazy!
Yes its about time I give a big mention to Michael for all the work he puts in, washing many a dish, grinding massive amounts of tant pour tant (almond meal and icing sugar mixture) and putting up with my tantrums. He told me the other day that the dish washer needs more recognition but I politely informed him that he was kind of like the drummer in a band, it's always all about the lead singer!
Keep an eye out in the coming weeks for some more stockists and scroll down to find out more about our new stockists....
Enjoy!
Bridie
For anybody who has visited Barwon Heads they know that a trip to Annie's Provedore is a must and if you haven't been there put it on your must do list.From breakfast to a lazy afternoon of grazing to an evening meal, with fully stocked shelves, cheese and smallgood fridges, long communal tables, and fresh fruit and vegetables, your eyes and stomach have plenty to keep them occupied!
Annie's now stock an extensive range of our Macarons, up to 10 flavours, as well Macaron gift boxes.
Lily Pond is an exquisite french antique and homewares boutique. At 303 Moorabool St Geelong Lily Pond is a hidden treasure of all things beautiful, all things french - including Macarons!
Lily Pond specialise in Macaron gift boxes, with a smaller selection of individual Macarons also available to take home.
Tanya & Liz from The Stag Restaurant in Port Fairy have been regular macaron customers at market and ever encouraging of my leap into the baking business.
They have now paid me the ultimate compliment by featuring Treats by Bridie Macarons on the menu. Wow! Still a little in shock about this but very excited.The focus at the Stag is on fresh, local, good quality produce. "It is this produce, this effort to source locally that lifts the Stag from the realms of ordinary regional restaurants" (Age Good Food Guide 2011)
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Market this Saturday 26th March
Hi all,
Well it seems like ages since the last market so I'm really looking forward to this weekend and catching up with all the regulars.
Treats available at this market:
Macarons - lots of flavours including some new ones!
Lemon Moments
Passionfruit Moments
Individual Hazelnut, Raspberry & Marscapone Cakes - these are my favourite dessert cake.... yum!
Double Chocolate and Raspberry Brownie
Jonty's Honey Joys for the kids
I'll also have on display Macaron Easter Gift Boxes which you can order to pick up the week of Easter. Something a little different from easter eggs.
Soon I will have some exciting news about new stockists of Macarons which I can't wait to share.
Hope to see you all there
Enjoy!
Bridie
Well it seems like ages since the last market so I'm really looking forward to this weekend and catching up with all the regulars.
Treats available at this market:
Macarons - lots of flavours including some new ones!
Lemon Moments
Passionfruit Moments
Individual Hazelnut, Raspberry & Marscapone Cakes - these are my favourite dessert cake.... yum!
Double Chocolate and Raspberry Brownie
Jonty's Honey Joys for the kids
I'll also have on display Macaron Easter Gift Boxes which you can order to pick up the week of Easter. Something a little different from easter eggs.
Soon I will have some exciting news about new stockists of Macarons which I can't wait to share.
Hope to see you all there
Enjoy!
Bridie
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Folkie & Long Weekend Macarons
Hi all,
Just a quick note to let you all know where to get your Macarons over the long weekend.
For all of you who are lucky enough to have a ticket for the folk festival Tim & Carmel Brady who own Piccolo Coffee Roasters in Warrnambool will be selling Macarons at their coffee vans. These are the great coffee moments vans. They will be located in the arena and at the St Patricks primary school venue. They will have Lemon, Pistachio & Orange Blossom and Raspberry Macarons.
Pronto have just been stocked with more Macarons so get in quick because they sell out pretty fast. We are also doing mixed boxes of Macarons, they look beautiful (I'll post some pictures tomorrow). These make a great gift or something special to take to somebody's house. Pronto also now stock the Brownie with White Chocolate and Raspberry that continues to be a favourite.
I hope everyone has a great long weekend whether at folkie, going away or just relaxing around home. Michael is taking the kids to Lorne so I'm footloose and fancy free! Not quite because I will be working flat out but I am hoping to get in a sleep in or two!
Thanks to all on your lovely feedback about the sponge recipe If you made it I hope it was a success!
Enjoy!
Bridie
Just a quick note to let you all know where to get your Macarons over the long weekend.
For all of you who are lucky enough to have a ticket for the folk festival Tim & Carmel Brady who own Piccolo Coffee Roasters in Warrnambool will be selling Macarons at their coffee vans. These are the great coffee moments vans. They will be located in the arena and at the St Patricks primary school venue. They will have Lemon, Pistachio & Orange Blossom and Raspberry Macarons.
Pronto have just been stocked with more Macarons so get in quick because they sell out pretty fast. We are also doing mixed boxes of Macarons, they look beautiful (I'll post some pictures tomorrow). These make a great gift or something special to take to somebody's house. Pronto also now stock the Brownie with White Chocolate and Raspberry that continues to be a favourite.
I hope everyone has a great long weekend whether at folkie, going away or just relaxing around home. Michael is taking the kids to Lorne so I'm footloose and fancy free! Not quite because I will be working flat out but I am hoping to get in a sleep in or two!
Thanks to all on your lovely feedback about the sponge recipe If you made it I hope it was a success!
Enjoy!
Bridie
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Nan's Sponge with Lemon Curd & Cream
Hi all,
Thought I'd share one of my favourite recipes with you, my Nan, Eileen Sheehan's, famous sponge recipe.
Back in the day these sponges were known all around the district and as far as I am concerned, better than CWA - big call I know! Mum continued the tradition and I'm now taking the batton. The sponge is such a classic, often overlooked for more complicated, fancier 'cafe cakes' but I don't think you can go past the light and fluffy sponge, freshly whipped cream and a sweet filling like homemade jam, add a nice cup of tea and what a perfect afternoon treat.
For all the things that I am confident cooking the idea of cooking Mum/Nan's sponge always daunted me. I'd tried some sponge recipes a couple of times when I was younger but always ended up with something that sunk when it came out of the oven, but for some reason I had never tried Nan's recipe.
So on my first Mother's day without my mum (she passed away Nov 2008) I was determined to make this sponge, I suppose as a tribute to my mum. Why, I don't know, lots of pressure and emotion and god help anybody who might be around if it flopped! But to my surprise it didn't, it was huge, light as air and tasted magnificent. I was proud as punch and for the next month I went a little sponge crazy, morning tea, a birthday - I'll bring a sponge. You bought a new fridge? lets celebrate, I'll bring a sponge! Anyway I slowed down on the sponge making eventually. So I now feel that I have earned the right to join the club of great sponge makers and get requests for this yummy treat often.
Eileen Sheehan's Famous Sponge Recipe
4 Eggs
3/4 Cup Sugar
1 Cup Cornflour (make sure it's not wheaten cornflour then the sponge will be gluten free)
1/2 tsp bi-carb soda
1 tsp cream of tartar
Pre-heat oven to 180 degrees celcius a little less if you have a hot fan forced oven.
Grease two 20cm round sponge tins and place a square of baking paper on the bottom of each.
Separate Eggs. Beat egg whites until light and fluffy, add sugar gradually then beat in the yolks. Sift cornflour, soda and cream of tartar and fold into the mixture. A good trick is to use a palette knife or butter knife to do this, keeping as much air in the mixture as possible. Divide mixture evenly between the tins. Bake in the centre of the oven trays and have good clearance above because these babies really rise! Bake for 20 mins or until golden on top. Don't let them sit too long before turning out. Sometimes they can be a little sticky to the sides, simply run a thin sharp knife around the edge.
Place one sponge on the serving platter and spread filling of your choice on top of the sponge. I love a homemade jam or lemon curd especially, bought or homemade. Whip some cream with a little sugar and vanilla and spread over the filling. Place the second sponge on top. Dust with a little icing sugar and ta daa!! Yummo.
Let me know how you go....
Hope you enjoy!
Bridie
Thought I'd share one of my favourite recipes with you, my Nan, Eileen Sheehan's, famous sponge recipe.
Back in the day these sponges were known all around the district and as far as I am concerned, better than CWA - big call I know! Mum continued the tradition and I'm now taking the batton. The sponge is such a classic, often overlooked for more complicated, fancier 'cafe cakes' but I don't think you can go past the light and fluffy sponge, freshly whipped cream and a sweet filling like homemade jam, add a nice cup of tea and what a perfect afternoon treat.
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| Mum and I serving up one of mum's many sponge variations. |
For all the things that I am confident cooking the idea of cooking Mum/Nan's sponge always daunted me. I'd tried some sponge recipes a couple of times when I was younger but always ended up with something that sunk when it came out of the oven, but for some reason I had never tried Nan's recipe.
So on my first Mother's day without my mum (she passed away Nov 2008) I was determined to make this sponge, I suppose as a tribute to my mum. Why, I don't know, lots of pressure and emotion and god help anybody who might be around if it flopped! But to my surprise it didn't, it was huge, light as air and tasted magnificent. I was proud as punch and for the next month I went a little sponge crazy, morning tea, a birthday - I'll bring a sponge. You bought a new fridge? lets celebrate, I'll bring a sponge! Anyway I slowed down on the sponge making eventually. So I now feel that I have earned the right to join the club of great sponge makers and get requests for this yummy treat often.
Eileen Sheehan's Famous Sponge Recipe
4 Eggs
3/4 Cup Sugar
1 Cup Cornflour (make sure it's not wheaten cornflour then the sponge will be gluten free)
1/2 tsp bi-carb soda
1 tsp cream of tartar
Pre-heat oven to 180 degrees celcius a little less if you have a hot fan forced oven.
Grease two 20cm round sponge tins and place a square of baking paper on the bottom of each.
Separate Eggs. Beat egg whites until light and fluffy, add sugar gradually then beat in the yolks. Sift cornflour, soda and cream of tartar and fold into the mixture. A good trick is to use a palette knife or butter knife to do this, keeping as much air in the mixture as possible. Divide mixture evenly between the tins. Bake in the centre of the oven trays and have good clearance above because these babies really rise! Bake for 20 mins or until golden on top. Don't let them sit too long before turning out. Sometimes they can be a little sticky to the sides, simply run a thin sharp knife around the edge.
Place one sponge on the serving platter and spread filling of your choice on top of the sponge. I love a homemade jam or lemon curd especially, bought or homemade. Whip some cream with a little sugar and vanilla and spread over the filling. Place the second sponge on top. Dust with a little icing sugar and ta daa!! Yummo.
Let me know how you go....
Hope you enjoy!
Bridie
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Treats by Bridie @ Market this Saturday
Hi all,
My apologies for not posting for awhile. I've been really busy, which is a great thing! Oh yes, and buying a new car!!!
I've also been working hard on perfecting the Macarons at macaron school, the results have been fantastic.
I catered a wedding a couple of weeks ago, it was really beautiful. They had platters on each table with a selection of petit fours which included:
The big news for Treats by Bridie is that our French Macarons are now available at Pronto Fine Food Merchants at Norfolk Plaza (Safeway Complex) in Warrnambool. This week they have Salted Caramel and Raspberry Macarons so pop in and grab some before they all go. Be sure to grab a coffee while you're there, perfect to have with a Macaron.
It's very exciting to be stocking the Macarons at Pronto, having them lined up with all the other goodies Sally & Ted have on offer. Pronto will be moving to a new purpose built store around Easter hopefully we will be stocking more treats then, but keep an eye out if you're in there because there might be a couple of other treats availble in the coming weeks.
What's available at Market this week? Saturday 8am - 1pm Port Fairy Village Green
Macarons:
Salted Caramel
Raspberry
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Lemon
Blueberry
Brownies:
Double Choc & Raspberry Brownie
White Choc & Blueberry Blondie
Melting Moments:
Lemon
Passionfruit
Choc Raspberry
Choc Hazelnut
Others:
Florentines
Individual Caramel Mud Cakes with Salted Caramel Frosting
Hope to see you all at the Market.
Enjoy!
Bridie
My apologies for not posting for awhile. I've been really busy, which is a great thing! Oh yes, and buying a new car!!!
I catered a wedding a couple of weeks ago, it was really beautiful. They had platters on each table with a selection of petit fours which included:
- Lemon Tartlets with Mascarpone and Lemon Curd Cream
- Mousse au Chocolat in bittersweet chocolate cups with Portland Strawberries
- Tiramisu Verrines
- 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate & Orange Tartlets
- Individual Baked Raspberry Cheesecakes topped with a Mixed Berry Compote
It's very exciting to be stocking the Macarons at Pronto, having them lined up with all the other goodies Sally & Ted have on offer. Pronto will be moving to a new purpose built store around Easter hopefully we will be stocking more treats then, but keep an eye out if you're in there because there might be a couple of other treats availble in the coming weeks.
What's available at Market this week? Saturday 8am - 1pm Port Fairy Village Green
Macarons:
Salted Caramel
Raspberry
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Lemon
Blueberry
Brownies:
Double Choc & Raspberry Brownie
White Choc & Blueberry Blondie
Melting Moments:
Lemon
Passionfruit
Choc Raspberry
Choc Hazelnut
Others:
Florentines
Individual Caramel Mud Cakes with Salted Caramel Frosting
Hope to see you all at the Market.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Market Sat 22nd & Dramas
Hi All,
Market is on this Saturday but at the moment it is tentative. I will do my best to be there but it will definitely be with very limited stock.
Well what a day!?!?
I came up to Melbourne today to do a little shopping, have dinner with a girlfriend and get ready for my Macaron class tomorrow. I left a little late - nothing new I'm always late, got diverted by the floods - fair enough, had to have a power nap - too many late nights, then the clutch started playing up....
Was able to do a little shopping, headed out to Ikea and the car got worse. Navigated the minefield that is Ikea, loaded up my trolley and can you believe it - somebody stole my trolley - what is that?? I had to start all over again! Running really late for dinner, finally getting through the registers, loaded up my goodies, got the car and in the middle of the Ikea loading bay the clutch goes and the car won't move!!
What a disaster for any of you have been to Ikea you understand how busy that place is with a lot of cranky people tooting horns and yelling, luckily a kind man helped push the car over to the side, called the RACV and an hour later the car was being towed to my girlfriend's house and by then we really needed a glass of wine.
So the long and short of it is that I'm not sure when I will get home so that's why the market is tentative if the car isn't fixed.
I look forward to writing about my class tomorrow and hope to post some pictures.
I hope your day has been better than mine and fingers crossed we're there on Saturday.
Enjoy!
Bridie
p.s I'm drinking that wine as I type.
Market is on this Saturday but at the moment it is tentative. I will do my best to be there but it will definitely be with very limited stock.
Well what a day!?!?
I came up to Melbourne today to do a little shopping, have dinner with a girlfriend and get ready for my Macaron class tomorrow. I left a little late - nothing new I'm always late, got diverted by the floods - fair enough, had to have a power nap - too many late nights, then the clutch started playing up....
Was able to do a little shopping, headed out to Ikea and the car got worse. Navigated the minefield that is Ikea, loaded up my trolley and can you believe it - somebody stole my trolley - what is that?? I had to start all over again! Running really late for dinner, finally getting through the registers, loaded up my goodies, got the car and in the middle of the Ikea loading bay the clutch goes and the car won't move!!
What a disaster for any of you have been to Ikea you understand how busy that place is with a lot of cranky people tooting horns and yelling, luckily a kind man helped push the car over to the side, called the RACV and an hour later the car was being towed to my girlfriend's house and by then we really needed a glass of wine.
So the long and short of it is that I'm not sure when I will get home so that's why the market is tentative if the car isn't fixed.
I look forward to writing about my class tomorrow and hope to post some pictures.
I hope your day has been better than mine and fingers crossed we're there on Saturday.
Enjoy!
Bridie
p.s I'm drinking that wine as I type.
Monday, January 10, 2011
Treats by Bridie Market Sat 15th Jan
Hi All,
After having last week off I'm back to market this week. The market will be on Saturday 15th Jan 8am - 1pm (don't come at 8am, I'm never that organised!) down at King George Square, the wharf in Port Fairy.
It's quite a big market, lots of stalls and some beautiful things for sale. Come down for a browse, grab some treats, a coffee from the Piccolo (W'bool) Coffee Van, sit down along the wharf and enjoy. The market there on New Years Day was great, we were flat out and things sold very quickly, once the word was out that there was Macarons things got a bit crazy. It was great to see people enjoying the food and coming back for more! My tip for this weekend is to get in early if you want Macarons or email me by Thursday morn with an order to pick up at the market.
Whats on sale at Market....
Macarons* $2 each
(get in quick at this price because of the work involved the price will rise a little soon)
Raspberry & Pomegranate
Coconut, Honey & Fig - this is my new favourite!!
Lemon Curd & White Choc
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Salted Caramel
Petite Dessert Cakes $4 each
Hummingbird Cakes
White Chocolate Mud Cakes
Lemon & Lime Tarts*
Treat Boxes $10 each
Mixed Lemon & Passionfruit Moments
Mixed Choc Raspberry & Choc Hazelnut Moments
Dark Choc Brownie with Raspberries & White Choc
Mixed Mini Macarons*
White & Dark Chocolate Florentines
Pistachio, Cranberry & White Choc Rocky Road*
*Gluten Free options (I will only do a couple of the tarts unless ordered prior)
I hope to see you there!
Enjoy!
Bridie
After having last week off I'm back to market this week. The market will be on Saturday 15th Jan 8am - 1pm (don't come at 8am, I'm never that organised!) down at King George Square, the wharf in Port Fairy.
It's quite a big market, lots of stalls and some beautiful things for sale. Come down for a browse, grab some treats, a coffee from the Piccolo (W'bool) Coffee Van, sit down along the wharf and enjoy. The market there on New Years Day was great, we were flat out and things sold very quickly, once the word was out that there was Macarons things got a bit crazy. It was great to see people enjoying the food and coming back for more! My tip for this weekend is to get in early if you want Macarons or email me by Thursday morn with an order to pick up at the market.
Whats on sale at Market....
Macarons* $2 each
(get in quick at this price because of the work involved the price will rise a little soon)
Raspberry & Pomegranate
Coconut, Honey & Fig - this is my new favourite!!
Lemon Curd & White Choc
Pistachio & Orange Blossom
Salted Caramel
Petite Dessert Cakes $4 each
Hummingbird Cakes
White Chocolate Mud Cakes
Lemon & Lime Tarts*
Treat Boxes $10 each
Mixed Lemon & Passionfruit Moments
Mixed Choc Raspberry & Choc Hazelnut Moments
Dark Choc Brownie with Raspberries & White Choc
Mixed Mini Macarons*
White & Dark Chocolate Florentines
Pistachio, Cranberry & White Choc Rocky Road*
*Gluten Free options (I will only do a couple of the tarts unless ordered prior)
I hope to see you there!
Enjoy!
Bridie
Hi & Welcome!
Hi all,
Welcome to my blog!
I'm Bridie West and Treats by Bridie is my new business. The concept of 'boutique baking' is using the highest quality of ingredients and combining stunning flavours to make exquisite treats that are all handmade and beautifully presented. My philosophy is that the food should taste even better than it looks and that word of mouth is the best advertisement. My treats can be purchased to take home to share and are also beautifully gift wrapped. They make a lovely gift and many lucky people received them over christmas time.
I currently sell my treats at the Port Fairy markets and by personal order. The Community Market is on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at the Village Green 8am - 1pm. I'll be using this blog to tell you all what I am up to and what treats to expect at the upcoming market. I hope to share pictures with you and recipes that have taken my eye. I'll also post product lists for you all to have a look at. Please feel free to post comments, ask questions or seek help with your own creations (I'll try to help).
A little about me:
I'm 32 years old and live in Port Fairy, Australia with my husband Michael, 4yo son Jonty and 2yo twins Greta and Eamon. We are lucky to be surrounded by close family and friends and live in a beautiful town. We are near the end of the renovation of my mum's home, an old weatherboard commission. Never again! At least not while you're living in it. But we do now have a beautiful house, a kitchen that I have always wanted to cook in and some great stories to tell.
I have always loved to cook, particularly sweet things, cakes, desserts, biscuits, pastries, nibbles anything yummy to satisfy a sweet tooth. I have fond childhood memories of helping my mum in the kitchen making one of her famous sponges or pavlovas and staying up to 3 in the morning with her waiting for the xmas pudding to be boiled. Most of the recipes were her mums which have since been passed down to my sister and I.
All my life I have been torn between study and cooking. My afterschool job whilst growing up was at Portofino Restaurant in Port Fairy in its early days, starting with dishes and working my way up to food prep, sides, salads and desserts. People still ask me to make the bread and butter pudding from Portofino 16 years on. I loved weekends, the restaurant was always full, people enjoying themselves, John, the chef and owner, sweating over the stoves, barking orders at me, Amanda, his wife trying to keep things under control. We worked really hard but still had time for a laugh. Amanda and John were a big influence, mentors really, they opened up my eyes to the world of food, the way food can bring people together and the enjoyment you get from making other people happy with your creations.
When I finished year 12 the big decision came - university or cooking? I chose university - a bachelor of arts (criminal justice).
This could go on forever so each blog I'll add more to the story of how I came to start Treats by Bridie.
Enjoy!
Bridie
Welcome to my blog!
I'm Bridie West and Treats by Bridie is my new business. The concept of 'boutique baking' is using the highest quality of ingredients and combining stunning flavours to make exquisite treats that are all handmade and beautifully presented. My philosophy is that the food should taste even better than it looks and that word of mouth is the best advertisement. My treats can be purchased to take home to share and are also beautifully gift wrapped. They make a lovely gift and many lucky people received them over christmas time.
I currently sell my treats at the Port Fairy markets and by personal order. The Community Market is on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at the Village Green 8am - 1pm. I'll be using this blog to tell you all what I am up to and what treats to expect at the upcoming market. I hope to share pictures with you and recipes that have taken my eye. I'll also post product lists for you all to have a look at. Please feel free to post comments, ask questions or seek help with your own creations (I'll try to help).
A little about me:
I'm 32 years old and live in Port Fairy, Australia with my husband Michael, 4yo son Jonty and 2yo twins Greta and Eamon. We are lucky to be surrounded by close family and friends and live in a beautiful town. We are near the end of the renovation of my mum's home, an old weatherboard commission. Never again! At least not while you're living in it. But we do now have a beautiful house, a kitchen that I have always wanted to cook in and some great stories to tell.
I have always loved to cook, particularly sweet things, cakes, desserts, biscuits, pastries, nibbles anything yummy to satisfy a sweet tooth. I have fond childhood memories of helping my mum in the kitchen making one of her famous sponges or pavlovas and staying up to 3 in the morning with her waiting for the xmas pudding to be boiled. Most of the recipes were her mums which have since been passed down to my sister and I.
All my life I have been torn between study and cooking. My afterschool job whilst growing up was at Portofino Restaurant in Port Fairy in its early days, starting with dishes and working my way up to food prep, sides, salads and desserts. People still ask me to make the bread and butter pudding from Portofino 16 years on. I loved weekends, the restaurant was always full, people enjoying themselves, John, the chef and owner, sweating over the stoves, barking orders at me, Amanda, his wife trying to keep things under control. We worked really hard but still had time for a laugh. Amanda and John were a big influence, mentors really, they opened up my eyes to the world of food, the way food can bring people together and the enjoyment you get from making other people happy with your creations.
When I finished year 12 the big decision came - university or cooking? I chose university - a bachelor of arts (criminal justice).
This could go on forever so each blog I'll add more to the story of how I came to start Treats by Bridie.
Enjoy!
Bridie
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