A Simple System of Pie Identification
Here at Villa Tempest, we have explored various methods of identifying what pies are what once they’ve been baked. this is what we’ve settled on. To help keep track of our different types of pies,…
What’s News: Dough Sheeter, Pastry Roller
One: Recently, after a long term of searching, designing, and being told, “No! Can’t be done in Hanoi” we finally took ownership of a manual dough sheeter (Máy cán bột). Having first sighted such an…
Phong Nha Pies
Recently we paid a visit to Phong Nha Farmstay near Dong Hoi, to carry out a bit of in-house instruction in the finer art of pie making and I’m looking forward to the welcome news…
What’s Your Idea of a Chinese Banquet
Recently, we’ve been reviewing our time in China and some of the many, many dishes we enjoyed. By doing this we’ve managed to nail down a set of dishes we believe encompasses our experiences and…
This Week We’re Not At The Market.
Just a brief note to let people know that due to administrative issues, Villa Tempest will not be operating a BBQ at this Saturday’s Weekend Market. As negotiations continue, we may be back in the…
Deconstructing Australia’s Chiko Roll
Today marks a milestone in my ongoing 3 year odyssey, pursuing that classic Aussie food icon, the Chiko Roll. Ever since I was a small boy, buying my lunch from Jimmy’s Fish and Chip shop, across…