Small group celebrations Your Parents are celebrating there Anniversary or Birthday or you are celebrating a special event or Christmas Party You are not too sure what to organize Why not give Martin & Steve a call from A Class Catering We Cater Fine Dining Dinner parties at your home or Holiday House Bringing back the forgotten arts of Fine Dining and silver service, Martin & Steve will bring the Restaurant to you No Taxis no worries about babysitters Can work out much cheaper than going out to a restaurant Make your Fine dining party or event a truly unique
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Silverbeet recipe Today I’d like to share a simple recipe for Silverbeet that my Bubcha(grandmother in Polish)made for me when I was young & now I’m cooking it for my family ?. Being of Polish descent I classify this dish as ‘peasant cooking) But before I get to the recipe I’d like to share some fun facts about Silverbeet. Did you know that Silverbeet was cultivated from Sea-Beet & originated in Europe near the coast of the Mediterranean sea & was named ‘Chard’ which descends from the 14th-century French word ‘carde’from the Latin word ‘Carduus’meaning artichoke thistle(without the spikes). Chard is
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Chicken & Leek Casserole Today I’d like to share a simple recipe for Chicken & Leek Casserole that is sure to warm you & your family up on those cold winters nights & this recipe is a real winner In addition did you know ??? that leeks originated in Central Asia & has been used in cooking since ancient times & leeks are full of vitamins & high in fibre & are a great alternative to onions. This recipe serves 4 Ingredients 1/4 cup plain flour 8 chicken thigh fillets trimmed & halved crossways 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive
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Slow cooked Beef Cheeks Stew in Red Wine. With winter just around the corner slow cooker beef cheeks stew in red wine is that perfect comfort food dinner for the whole family on those cold winter evenings. Did you know that there are records that show lamb & fish stew was being cooked by the Romans as far back as the 4th century AD. So to the recipe which serves 6 Ingredients 1/4 cup plain flour seasoned 1.2 kg of beef cheeks(can also use diced chuck or gravy beef) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium brown onions cut into wedges
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Catering Vegan & Vegetarian Weddings in the Illawarra & South Coast by A Class Catering Catering Vegan & Vegetarian Weddings is fast becoming a trend here on the South Coast & Wollongong with Brides & Grooms these days. Yes, its a lifestyle & not everyone’s cup of tea but it gives the Bride & Groom the opportunity to share with family & friends some of the great foods they enjoy. That’s right some of you who are reading this are thinking Err Vegetarian & Vegan rabbit food, nothing living, fruits n vegetables, vegetable curries, boring but you only have to
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Fillet Mignon with a Mixed Mushroom Sauce,Served on a Potato Cake,and Roast Garlic and Rosemary Vegetables Make your Fine dining party or event a truly unique and special occasion. We can turn your kitchen into a culinary creation center and transform form you deck, dining room or function room in to a silver service delivery space. Steve and Martin have over 50 years between them in creating incredible dining experiences.Imagine you and your friends sitting around an immaculately prepared dinning space with beautifully prepared centerpieces with each course expertly presented by an experienced maitre d’. Picture the delight of your
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Spaghetti Marinara. Today I’d like to share a recipe for Spaghetti Marinara.Spaghetti Marinara is a dish that originated in Southern Italy with both Naples & Sicily claiming bragging rights as to its true origins.In Italian Spaghetti Alla Marinara literally translates to ‘Mariners Spaghetti’ This recipe serves 6 Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil plus extra to serve 1 onion finely diced 3 cloves of garlic crushed 1 cup or 250ml dry white wine 3 tablespoon’s tomato paste 2 x 410g cans italian crushed tomatoes 500g spaghetti 1/2 kg marinara mix(from your fish monger or supermarket deli) 300g black mussels washed &
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Turmeric Origins & Fun Facts Today I’d like to give you some fun facts & origins of Turmeric.Its one the most popular spices in the world & can be bought at any supermarket or in bulk at any asian grocery store. To start Turmeric is a member of the ginger family & like ginger,turmeric are tropical plants,that originated in Southern India over 4 thousand years ago & to this day the region is still the world’s largest producer. We all know that turmeric is a natural in curries,stews & soups,but just as little as a teaspoon added to any dish will give you
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Chicken Breast Drambuie Grilled chicken pan fried, Jumbo green prawns, flamed with drambuie, topped with sherry cream sauce, and served on a bed of steamed herbed rice A great new addition to our Fine Dining Menu, this is A Class Caterings signature dish fancy having a Dinner Party at home or your Holiday house, with your own personal Chef and waiter www.aclasscatering.com.au
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Watermelon & Feta Salad Today I’d like to share a simple recipe for a Watermelon & Feta Salad,this refreshing salad would make the perfect side dish with any grilled fish or BBQ especially after the hot weather we have been experiencing lately. This recipe serves 6 Ingredients 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons horseradish cream 2 lebanese cucumbers sliced into long wedges 1/4 watermelon cut into fingers 1 avocado sliced lengthways 1 small onion thinly sliced 1 cup pitted green olives sliced 100g feta crumble 1 cup fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons lemon thyme
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