Stones have been grinding grain at Walton’s Mill in Macroom for almost 200 years. Originally built in 1832, it was burned down in 1919 and rebuilt again in 1923, making it today one of the only remaining stone mills operational in…

Stones have been grinding grain at Walton’s Mill in Macroom for almost 200 years. Originally built in 1832, it was burned down in 1919 and rebuilt again in 1923, making it today one of the only remaining stone mills operational in…
In the summer of 2016, I embarked on a mission to build a pizza oven in our back garden. A lengthy research phase took place followed by numerous plans being drawn up, each being scrapped to accommodate additions and modifications.…
As I continue to explore the world of bread, my appreciation for this incredible food grows ever stronger. It is a world of seemingly limitless diversity where bread is fashioned in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors and flavors. For…
Farmers markets have a strong presence in New Zealand and a Saturday morning in Auckland boasts several to choose from. The Kiwi’s clearly see these outdoor, social, community gatherings as a welcome alternative to supermarket shopping. Fresh fruit and vegetable…
It’s a chilly but enticingly clear and sunny morning in early June with winter quietly making its presence felt. I’m making my way over to Mt. Eden to meet the owner of one of Auckland’s award-winning bakeries. The suburb of…