My daughter Isabel is in her first share house in Melbourne. When we talked about how I could send her some favourite family recipes to cook in her own kitchen, Izzy’s idea was to set it in this format. This way, the recipes are easily shared too ! So if you come across a recipe that appeals, please try it out. These are tried and true, mostly from my mother’s kitchen and mine. It is how our family eats: mostly everything, mostly healthy, and always straightforward to prepare.
All text written by Tina Gomes Brand and photos taken by Tina or Claudia Brand, unless otherwise stated.
Izzy have you eaten? 
LOVE this! Tina you are THE best cook…I want in! miss you guys!!
Hi Alden! Happy New Year! So nice to find you here. Please follow on e-mail and you might find some old favourites. APart from mountain climbing and globe trotting, what are you up to?
xoxo tina
Tina ,
I came here looking for the delicious eggplant curry recipe which I found ……..but cant find the recipe of your wonderful dip ……….I remember you saying it was cashews, ginger , tamarind , raisins and ……….green chilli ?
Please share …….I know its simple but I need the recipe so I don’t deviate from its beauty …….and thank you so much for sharing your hospitality and kindness to all on Tuesday night :))
Rod .