AUGUST FOOD PRODUCE!

In Australia we are all very fortunate to have great fresh produce all year round, that is because it is imported from around the world... Californian oranges, Hawaiin Pineapples and even herbs and spices from Asia.

It is a well known fact that food tastes its best when the ingredient is in season, and by that i mean it has not flown and been shipped for days to get here. In Australia each month boasts a different fresh fruit or vegetable, and August is by no means any exception.

Eggplant is HUGE in August, and while it may not be for everyone it can taste super good! Try this recipe for Roast Eggplant dip:

• 1 large eggplant
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 tbl spoons ground almonds
• 2 tbl spoons oregano leaves
• ½ cup natural yoghurt
• 1 lemon
• 2 tbl spoons tahina
• 2 tbl spoons sesame seeds
• s&p
• olive oil

Ok, so this does not have to be a complicated process,

Slice your eggplant into 6 slices (approx 1.5 cm each)

Sprinkle salt and oil on both sides

Place on a tray and pop in pre-heated 160 degree oven.

Bake 20 minutes on EACH side

Take them out and let them cool slightly (15 minutes)

Peel of skin and place flesh into food processor

Add the crushed garlic, yoghurt, tahina, juice of the lemon

Combine until blended and then spoon mix oregano and sesame seeds

Add a drizzle of olive oil and your s&p..

ENJOY!

Other seasonal produce this month include: Capsicums, Zucchini, Tangelo’s and Watermelon!

BEAUTY TIP

There is one simple solution to avoiding greasy and damaged skin due to over use of foundation make up - always apply a thin layer of oil-free moisturizer before applying liquid foundation. This will act as a shield against the chemicals and oils which clog your skin when using liquid foundation.

No matter how ‘natural’ and ‘oil free’ your foundation is, there is only so much covering and clogging your pours can take, so with a thin nourishing layer of moisturizer, this will help your skin stay hydrated and even help you to remove all make up at the end of the day.

Another tip is after applying the foundation, brush on some bronzer, and don’t forget to apply it a bit darker under your jaw line, especially on the sides to give you a more defined jaw line.

Festival - TASTE

Melbourne is not shy of fabulous food, boasting some of the hottest chefs and mind blowing decked out restaurants with world-class service. 15 of Melbourne's most sought after restaurants will be showcasing their signature dishes from August 27 – 30^th at The Royal Exhibition Centre.

The festival is offering six sessions over four days and nights, and once your in all you need to do is purchase crowns (the culinary dollar 1 crown = $1) each dish costing between 8 – 12 crowns.

Melbourne’s very popular taste festival will feature restaurants such as Hellenic Republic dishing up their smooth and sweet saganaki cheese with peppered figs and classics such as The Botanical’s amazing wagyu burger.

To think that you can nibble on specialties from Melbourne’s finest dining destinations, entre at Maha, main from Circa and dessert from Jaques Reymond, there is guaranteed to be something here for everyone, and you do not have to wait months to get in, simply purchase your tickets not via ticketek.