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Amy Minichiello

Nov 14

A Twist & A Lick

They were always much more decadent and sophisticated than their cousins, although there was always a time and a place for the simple...

Amy Minichiello

Aug 30

The value of a Moment.

The joy of valuing moments and creating edible gifts.

Amy Minichiello

May 24

Rugged Coastlines & Cosy Cottages

My coat, gloves, and scarf hang by the door. The Aga and the multiple cups of tea that followed kept my hands warm. Trees bare their...

Amy Minichiello

Mar 26

Sticky Pecan, Carrot & Caramel Scrolls

I'm sitting in the passenger seat of Mum's 1985 Ford laser hatchback, my back sticky with sweat under my blue and white summer school...

Amy Minichiello

Mar 19

Fruit & Spice Easter Biscuits

I am finding it difficult to wrap my head around the fact that we are in Autumn 2024. Time is moving at a rapid pace and all I want to do...

Amy Minichiello

Nov 2, 2023

The Gift of Time & Chocolate Walnut Slice

It was all a bit chaotic beforehand. "Do you need to take some sheets?" "Have you got their sandals?" "Sammy, no, not Vivvy's bunny!" By...

Amy Minichiello

Oct 17, 2023

Apple, Cinnamon & Almond Cake

I've just stepped back inside, washed the dirt from my hands, heated a splash of almond milk, matcha, and a dash of maple in my little...

Amy Minichiello

Aug 29, 2023

Solitary Bakers Unite

Baking is often a solitary activity. When I don't have two certain little kitchen helpers by my side, I stand at my kitchen bench -...

Amy Minichiello

Jul 9, 2023

An Afternoon tea & chat in Sydney

I am thrilled to announce that on Sunday the 20th of August, 2023 I will be in Sydney to celebrate my book, Recipes in the Mail. I'd love...

Amy Minichiello

Jul 3, 2023

Stuffed Monkeys & Scalded Hairpins

It was the first recipe I saw when the message came through on my phone. My mum and dad were at a dinner party and the hostess had pulled...