Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue#20.1 December 2016 i Australian Country

First off I was privileged to travel from the UK to France and Italy as a tour leader for Travelrite’s Australian Countrytour. It was an amazing experience for all of us as we visited some fabulous châteaux, villas and gardens alongside some of the more obvious sights in London, Paris, Geneva and Como. Shortly after returning home photographer Ken Brass and I were off again, following some roads less travelled on the NSW side of the Murray River, for a travel story for our next issue. Next we took in the remarkable community event that is the Deni Ute Muster. Extreme floods and unseasonal rains meant it was hugely challenging for the organisers this year, but that didn’t dampen the spirits of the almost 20,000 people who attended. In the…

Botanically a fruit, but considered a culinary vegetable and a member of the nightshade family, tomatoes were originally yellow. From their origins in South America, they were transported to and adapted in Russia, Spain, Italy and France, and then worldwide. From the estimated 5000 cultivars which resulted, about 100 heirloom varieties remain today. That's a lot more than you see on the supermarket shelves, where the range is edited by marketability, durability and shelf life, although it is encouraging to see heirloom varieties appearing in stores and at markets more and more. Celebrations such as the Sydney and Melbourne Tomato Festivals, where hordes of people get together to share their love of the tomato, are just two of many such events. This enthusiasm and reverence is also celebrated in the…

“Fairholme College equestrian is amazing. It has been very supportive in allowing me to go back home on Wednesdays so I can train my horses.” Fairholme College student and equestrian athlete Alissa Woods has already won several titles, competed in several prestigious competitions, and in October she flew to the USA to compete with the Queensland Endurance Riders Association group — all by the age of 15. The ambitious and determined girl has many other achievements on her list yet to accomplish, and that includes becoming a lawyer and representing Australia at the World Equestrian Games. Add taking care of four horses and finishing school to that list, and you’ve got one busy teenager. Alissa, from Cambooya in Queensland, fell in love with the world of horses when her parents…

AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DINNERS JANNE APELGREN & JOANNA SAVILL, MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY PUBLISHING, $45 Globetrotters who are passionate foodies will be inspired by Janne Apelgren and Joanna Savill’s latest book, Around the World in 80 Dinners. Featuring tips, guides and advice on the most exciting places to eat, drink and indulge at home and abroad, this book includes more than two dozen countries and 80 of the world’s most timeless dining destinations. A gastronaut’s guide to the globe, this book includes information on how to get a reservation, what to order and how to be an expert at eating like a local. AUSTRALIA COOKS KELLI BRETT, ABC BOOKS, $49.99 Celebrating regional Australian produce, Australia Cooks features more than 60 recipes sent in by home cooks from all over the…

TAMARA SIMONEAU WRITER & STYLIST Tamara is falling in love with her homeland again after almost a decade living in Canada where she worked in TV. These days she writes from her home base on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and has three young kids. ANASTASIA KARIOFYLLIDIS PHOTOGRAPHER Anastasia is a lifestyle photographer who has been capturing an array of images from interiors to still life, architecture, gardens, landscapes, food and travel for 12 years. She is also based on the Sunshine Coast. australiancountry.net.au facebook.com/AustralianCountry @australiancountrymag zinio.com pinterest.com/auscountrymag…

Brenton and Sharon Kinnear happened upon a life of treasure hunting by chance. More than three decades ago, as newlyweds, they set about furnishing their first home together and soon discovered a shared love of things old and worn, rather than shiny and new. “We started buying pieces that needed work,” Sharon says. “We found we enjoyed the whole restoring/conservation process.” “As Sharon was busy going about buying and collecting things in the early days, someone had to then pick them up and do the restoration work,” Brenton adds. “That’s when I became involved and loved the transformation from junk to a useful and beautiful piece of furniture.” “At that stage,” Sharon continues, “we didn’t know the direction that this hobby would take us in. We both had jobs and…

TAYA KITCHEN (QLD) You’re in good hands at Taya Kitchen, a Thai cooking school run by experienced chef Taya Meeikeaw. Having worked closely with her mum in the kitchen at My Thai Restaurant for more than 20 years, as well as having studied at a specialised Thai culinary college in Bangkok, Taya is an expert when it comes to Asian cuisine. From Asian grill and regional dishes to woks and Thai street food, Taya Kitchen offers workshops that are healthy and hands-on. tayakitchen.com.au VIVE COOKING SCHOOL (NSW) New kids on the block Vive Cooking School have recently opened their doors in Rosebery teaching people of all ages the art of cooking. Founded by French-Cambodian Jean-Luc Tan, the school’s philosophy of empowering individuals through cooking and sharing food with family and…

AKUBRA HATS Akubra, the iconic Australian hat brand, offers many styles to suit a range of personalities. Whether you’re an urban gal living in the city or a country woman out in the bush, find your perfect hat. akubra.com.au MILLAMOLONG AUSTRALIA Combining interesting and delicious Australian bush flavours with locally grown fruit, Millamolong Australia is now introducing Milla Bush Tonics. The sparkling tonics are available in two flavours. millamolong.com.au GILLY STEPHENSON From restoring your finest antiques to caring for your wood furniture, Gilly Stephenson’s waxes and polishes are made with the finest Western Australian beeswax for the best possible results. gillystephenson.com SHOP INSIDE Inject Indian vibes into your home decor with Ultima’s latest collection of Jumanji cushions. Made from 100 per cent cotton, the wild splashes of colour on the…

Tapping into carrots Thank you for your story of inspiration. Being an Australian Italian whose parents also come from the same part of Italy as the Lamattinas, I can’t help but feel a sense of pride knowing that the new Australians of the ’50s are giving back to this country. Also, Dr Bruce Kambouris’s inventive approach to recycling the juice concentrate from the Lamattinas’ carrots should also be congratulated — well done to both parties for being ethical in their approach to farming and recycling. Sandra Valderemao, Flagstaff Hill SA Harp harmony To me, the harp is one of the most breathtaking instruments ever created. I love the beauty of its sounds and its majestic appearance. The article about Geoff Welham showing his love, passion and skill for his craft…

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You could have heard a pin drop. As Sarah Crooke tells the story, she and her husband, Stephen, were sitting in the classroom for the world’s leading ice cream course at Pennsylvania State University in the US, surrounded by food chemists. As the talk swirled around about stablisers, emulsifiers, food dyes and flavour powders, Sarah raised a tentative hand. “But what if,” she asked, “we used fresh raspberries?” While everyone looked at her as though she’d announced she was planning on making ice cream with dish water, she certainly attracted the attention of the lecturer, who came to her after the class and shared whatever knowledge he had about the radical concept of making her product with fresh fruit. The Crookes and their son, James, and daughter-in-law Iris are the…

2016 TELSTRA TASMANIA BUSINESS AWARDS The 24th Telstra Tasmanian Business Awards took place at the Hobart Grand Chancellor where 14 small Tasmanian businesses were named state finalists. More than 250 guests attended to celebrate Australia’s most brilliant small and medium businesses across four categories: New Business, Micro Business, Small Business, and for the first time, Charity Business. The awards are renowned for showcasing and honouring the achievements and entrepreneurial character of Australia’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). World-class producer of lavender oil, Bridestowe Estate, took home the title of Telstra Tasmanian Business of the Year and Small Business Award; Cataract on Paterson, a contemporary restaurant based in Launceston, took home the title of New Business Award; Mode Electrical is a solar power system designer, supplier and installer, and won the…