Did someone say it's only five weeks until Christmas? Every year for the past ten years or so, our Christmas menu has consisted of basically the same fare. We do the typical Aussie cheese plate, with some mixed nuts and dips while people are mingling, before bringing out the big guns for lunch. … [Read more...] about Sure to Impress
Cafe
Cafe on Camp
This year the cafe was lucky enough to be included in the college camps. While this brought about some challenges we believe it was well worth it. I think Chef Ash had just as much fun as the students did. I would like to give you some stats from the camp: Approximately 1890 meals … [Read more...] about Cafe on Camp
Nutrition – Choices and Consequences
At the café we prepare fresh meals every college day and we are always varying the the meals with different seasonal proteins and vegetables. For each age group we portion up an appropriate meal size and while we do encourage the meal to be taken no one ever forces a student to eat it. Some … [Read more...] about Nutrition – Choices and Consequences
Sun Smart
Being in the kitchen all day, we're lucky that despite the heat from the ovens and cooktops, we're very sheltered from the outside elements. It doesn't matter if it's -3 degrees and raining outside, or 40 and sweltering, the kitchen environment doesn't really change (okay, it does get hot, but we're … [Read more...] about Sun Smart
Surprising health benefits of garlic
Anyone who knows me, knows I love to cook with garlic. There is something irresistible about the aroma of roasted garlic. It is used as a flavour booster in curries, stir fries, pizza toppings and pastas just to name a few. While garlic is a common ingredient in most kitchens, in ancient times it … [Read more...] about Surprising health benefits of garlic
Support the FC Canteen
Most Saturdays during football season you'll find us set up in the newly established FC canteen next to "The Oval". The aroma of a traditional sports BBQ menu of sausage sandwiches, bacon and eggs, pies and sausage rolls fills the cold air and draws in hungry mouths. We also have a few … [Read more...] about Support the FC Canteen