{I know I’m slow in watching TV shows. There are other things in life, ya know?}
It´s great to have Emmanuel back in the kitchen after an informative but rather boring episode. Episode #3 is all about almonds.
Quick snapshot: Poh went to visit an almond farm in the land of Adelaide. Coming back, she and Emmanuel created really yummy looking dishes featuring almonds.
Interesting bits: This is the first time that I saw a green almond! Very cool in my book.
I also love how Poh created different dishes to bring out the special quality of almonds. Unlike previous episode with David, she was a lot more proactive in the kitchen this time, showing and experimenting different things. A kitchen princess she was.
With a more vibrant Poh and an ever amusing Emmanuel, the episode was quite entertaining. I actually think that Emmanuel should have his own baking show. I will surely tune in!
Boring bits: Uhm. I am not impressed or feel the urge to make any of the dishes. Okay, Emmanuel´s salmon with buckwheat tulies and almond sauce looks awesome. I am just in a “don´t bother” mood at the moment.
Recipe: Despite of the uninspiring mood, I am making something featuring almond. Pear and almond smoothie to be exact. Unusual? Yes. But do try, since the flavor is awesome – rich, nutty but at the same time fruity and refreshing. The texture is not entirely smooth, but that´s the beauty of it. It is worth buying fresher natural almonds here. They have much superior quality compared to the old boring products at the supermarket.
Inspired from here. Serves 2 short cocktail glasses
150g natural almond
2 pears, choose those with more tart note.
2 tablespoons agave nectar (or honey, sugar)
1.5 cups or more skim milk
Lemon juice, to taste.
Method
Blanching the almonds by putting them in boiling water for 5 mins. Remove the skin and set aside.
Put all the ingredients except the lemon juice in a blender. Blend until smooth. Taste, and season with lemon juice. Chill well in the fridge before serving.
Now. A bit of self-promotion. 😛
Four of my photos are currently on exhibition at St Ali, Melbourne until Sunday March 28th. It is part of the Eat Drink Blog Conference for all Australian and NZ food bloggers. We met up on Sunday and had a lovely day together.
At the SBS food photography exhibition, you will see awesome work from bron, peter the souvlakiman ;), abstract gourmet, ellie, lucy and many more.
The show is open from 10am – 2 pm daily.
St Ali
12-18 Yarra Place
South Melbourne
