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Making great bread is a fine art. The word ‘artisan’ is so frequently used these days that it seems to have lost its true worth. The same can be said for the quality of breads that are more readily available. With low carb, paleo and gluten free diets on the rise, bread has been wrongly accused of not being healthy. But bread made the traditional way, with a few simple, wholesome ingredients and no unnecessary additives can be a wonderful addition to a balanced diet. Good bread is made from a few simple, natural ingredients including flour, water, salt and a little yeast or sourdough –...

Wednesday 17th July 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm In her soon-to-be-released book, Fake, Stephanie Wood has written a riveting, important account of contemporary love, and the resilience of those who have witnessed its darkest sides. It’s a brilliantly acute and broad-ranging book. This event will be a fascinating discussion about the journey Stephanie, an award-winning writer and journalist, has made — from an intense relationship to writing a book. Stephanie will be in conversation with Phillippa. Limited places are available at $15 pp including a glass of wine and a selection of Phillippa’s delicious catering food. You can also purchase a discounted copy...

Taking stock of Sweden Catriona Rowntree Interview with Phillippa Grogan: [My favourite travel destination is] Sweden. I’ve been to the capital, Stockholm, twice and I’d like to discover more. The city stretches across fourteen islands, and I love its architecture, light and food. It’s European but distinctively unlike what you usually find in countries like France and Italy. So, when I go to these more northern, exotic places, I find them refreshingly different. People look different and I like their aesthetic. I also like their creative approach to managing their challenges – such as avoiding getting miserable during their long, dark winters. It’s something...

  2024: The Best Hot Cross Buns in Melbourne   ABC Radio - Foodie Tuesday with Phillippa Grogan The Urban List – Where To Find Melbourne’s Best Hot Cross Buns Broadsheet – Beyond the Bun: Melbourne’s Best Easter Snacks 5 of the best – Easter Bun Fight: 5 of the Best Hot Cross Buns Gastrology – Easter with Phillippa’s Onya Magazine – EAT: Phillippa’s Hot Cross Buns Girl.com.au – Phillippa’s Launches Easter Range 3AW Radio – Wendy Hargreaves: 5 of the best hot cross buns Bayside Leader, page 15 – Phillippa’s: Possibly the best traditional hot cross buns going around… Domain Review – Butter...