Author Archives: Liz

My favourite beetroot salad

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Liz

This is my favourite beetroot salad.  I love the combination of sweet roasted beetroot against the saltiness of feta – it works really well and the mint gives it an added dimension.  Its so good that I’ve included a couple … Continue reading →

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Self Seeding – A lazy gardeners dream

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Liz

A few weeks ago I went to a friend’s daughter’s birthday party and got talking to a woman  who was pleased to be able to put a name to her style of gardening.  She called it ecological gardening which she … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Everyday – Spicy Pumpkin – South Indian Style

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Liz

I cut open another pumpkin today, so time for another pumpkin recipe.  This is number 5 (for the others click on the pumpkin category or see the recipe index) and as I’ve called the posts pumpkin everyday I guess I should really do 7.  Regardless … Continue reading →

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How I use them – Beetroot & Horseradish

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Liz

I have recently posted on growing beetroot and growing horseradish and as they are both in season at the moment I though it fitting to post this fabulous side dish. Beetroot with a Horseradish Cream Sauce is great with beef or … Continue reading →

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Can you grow Ginger in Melbourne?

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Liz

Can you grow ginger in Melbourne?  Based on my experiences this year, the answer to that is a very qualified yes.  The picture below shows some of my ginger grown in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne.  YAY!!!! I love ginger … Continue reading →

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