Gastronome
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Gastronomically Speaking!
About Me
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- Gastronome
- Mittagong, NSW, Australia
- An almost lifelong interest in food, wine and all things gastronomical which was sparked by a visit to one of my father’s friends who had a genuine first edition of Larousse Gastronomique (in French). I enjoyed poring through this tome, even though my knowledge of the language was scant. Subsequent visits had me hooked. Coupled with frequent forays into the pungent, flavoursome atmosphere of suburban delis and the rapidly disappearing world of ethnic grocers with their giant vats of olives and pickles, sacks of pulses it was not long before I started using some of those ingredients to do some cooking of my own. Over time, I developed a love for and knowledge of the many varieties of cheeses on offer at the various delis and of course, the eternally famous institution, David Jones’ Food Hall. Yes, there were cheeses of many varieties available, even in the sixties. My thirst for knowledge of gastronomy and culinary skills, also led to the development of another consuming passion, the sourcing and collecting of books on the subject of food, wine and gastronomy, including a specialisation in books on cheese.
13 May 2010
Flour, Water, Salt, with a touch of sourdough starter in the right hands, maketh great bread. A neat clean and tidy shop opened up in Bowral's main street today. aromatically enhanced by the alluring aroma of freshly baked bread, flour water salt, the newly born offspring of the popular eponymous Berry Woodfired Sourdough Bakery. Two for the price of one, a generous offer, on offer for all to try.
The neatly stocked shelves were almost empty by close of business with many locals at last, having their cravings for quality bread sated by the variety on display. Plain sourdough, rye, multigrain, spelt and more. An impressive array of the baker's art and craft for all to see and savour. A variety of the miller's labour by way of flour also on display for the DIY @ home baker to save dough (maybe) by making their own at home.
For those who know their coffee a gleaming new espresso machine dispenses double shots, cappuccinos, flat whites and long blacks with all the ardour and panache that only a gleaming new espresso double-header can deliver. Tastefully crafted, delicious-looking sandwiches for the lunchtime crowd nestle in the refrigerated cabinet, along with dips and a selection of organic beverages complete the offering.
Coupled with the cheerful, friendly attitude of Joost and his band of merry bread vendors, baristas and patissieres, this fine, little but impressive establishment has a fine future in the Highlands.
flour water salt - artisans of handcrafted & organic sourdough
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