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What a blessing it is to find my little garden full of life ! My zucchinis have been hard at work growing and stretching; My bean stalks are full and my 5 year old artichoke has given me yet another 6 babies. Lettuces, Silverbeet, herbs, corn, eggplants and Spinach all abundant but only flowers from the tomatoes, might not be hot enough yet. Happiness is tending to these beautiful gifts and looking forward to cooking for you all this weekend at the following: Saturday 18th - Yarra Valley Rodeo 3pm til late Sunday 19th - Yering Station @yarravalleyregionalfoodgroup's farmers' market 9-2pm Sunday 19th - Point Nepean Market with Craft Markets Australia 9-2pm Bring on the sunshine :D #summerevents #melbournemarkets #melbournechefs #spanish #healthylifestyle #freshveg #homegrown #craftmarketsaustralia #yarravalleyregionalfoodgroup #yarravalley #morningtonpeninsula https://www.instagram.com/p/B7PZq4mggkq/?igshid=3sk4dgpw4rdk

If last week was just a taste of what December holds for me, I will be a happy and productive chef in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Cooking is such a gift for me. It allows me to express all of the love I have for myself and those around me, my growth, gratitude for being of service and to some extent a voice of the controlled chaos that is my family/commercial kitchen in the hills. December is upon us and as it promises to be a month full of gift sourcing, we have chosen amazing events to participate in, that reflect our values on local produce and ethically crafted pressies. Finally and on an emotional level, after receiving yet another enquiry on whether we cater for same sex marriages, our response is a resounding YES ! Respect to all wanting to commemorate their love ❤️ #melbournechefs #healthyoptions #veganplatters #vegetarianrecipes #morningtonpeninsula #yarravalley #yarraranges #lgbtq🌈 #eventcatering #spanishcaterer #chefsofinstagran https://www.instagram.com/p/B5joT9TA4FS/?igshid=e7j71e2gi6tj

A dash of paprika and a sprinkle of great vibes goes into the many dishes that come out of this little kitchen, especially when we are preparing to cook for your Wedding day ! Here at Lady Paella, we take cooking for such an occasion seriously and a great honour. We aim for the results to be as Euphoric as your special day itself, filled with tantalising flavours, blends of healing herbs, fresh organic vegetables to boost energy and timeless Spanish recipes that remind you why life is to be celebrated every step of the way. A new menu filled with delicious Salads, Roasts and Tapas coming in the New Year...Now taking dates for Autumn 2020. Contact us now #booknow #melbournechefs #deliciousnhealthy #weddings #cateringneeds #events #specialevents #cookingpassion #parties #spanishcaterers #gloriousfood #healthyoptions #healwithfood #celebrate #partytime #bestfoodmelbourne #foodinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/B5EPK3fgwCW/?igshid=ixvd0vtlxzd5

Feeling chuffed this week after meeting a young Spaniard holidaying from Barcelona. It seems he has been trying to track us down on recommendations from cooks in Barcelona and Valencia. It seems we did make an impression in Europe for our deep commitment to flavour and traditional cooking. Grateful for these experiences, those we have met along the way and the continuous food journey that presents more opportunities and knowledge. Come along and taste the quality at the following events this weekend. Commencing with the Craft Markets Australia Mornington Racecourse Twilight market for early Christmas gifts this Saturday 16th Nov 3-8pm; Sunday 17th Nov Regional Farmers Markets at Yering Station 9-2pm; Point Nepean Market 9-2pm and the Tecoma Uniting Church Twilight Festival 4-8pm. #melbournechefs #yarraglen #pointnepean #weekendmarkets #deliciousness #healthyoptions #paellas #Morningtonpeninsula #yarraranges #tecoma #bestfood #mediterranean #foodie_features #foodiesmelbourne #melbournemarkets #weekendeats https://www.instagram.com/p/B4y6WlPgqLP/?igshid=zt5pqwgnqigt

My Globe Artichoke babies have all been trans-planted today in this sunshine and luckily they are looking quite sturdy so far. Fingers crossed they handle the further rain tomorrow, til the sunshine on the weekend. Obviously, it has been a challenge to imitate Mediterranean conditions in the hills for these beauties, but I now understand they required more compost, better drainage and lots more sand. My five year old plant has produced three artichokes but the wind over the weekend has not helped to strengthen her. Nevertheless, I am happy to report I have Green Globe, Purple Romagna and 15 odd Violetto Artichokes for this season !! These artichokes and my organic garden greens have been vital in maintaining good gut bacteria and improving my absorption of iron finally. This is mainly from eating as much of the stem as it holds most of its medicinal properties. Does anybody have ideas for use of the stem leaves? #Espana #alcachofas #melbournechefs #cookinggrowing #organicvegies #loveyourgreens #organictastesbetter #eatingfrommygarden #paellas #foodloves #yarraranges #yarravalley #morningtonpeninsula #lovecooking https://www.instagram.com/p/B4uCr8VgwZz/?igshid=1mtkio81kn88l