Monthly Archives: August 2011

Winter Sunrise @ Coogee

Winter Sunrise @ Coogee by James Cannam
Winter Sunrise @ Coogee, a photo by James Cannam on Flickr.

Another beautiful sunrise at Coogee. I love the moss that has appeared on the rocks, looking forward to shooting it in better light next time.

Liz’s Texan Mud Cake

My little sister Liz brought this fantastic recipe all the way over from Austin Texas to bake at our engagement party.  It looked impressive enough, but when we tasted it we were blown away.  Without any exaggeration it’s the best chocolate cake I’ve ever had.  It’s also great for a party as it can feed a lot of people.

It didn’t last long and unfortunately I didn’t get a chance to take a photo before it all disappeared so instead you get my artists impression.   It has mud filling, chocolate frosting and is topped with marshmallows drizzled with fudge sauce.

As it’s an American cake all the measures are in imperial, and some of the ingredients might not be available.  But I’m sure you’ll work out your own substitutes.

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