spring

Instructions

Coconut macaroons have been a staple at Violet since the first day of our market stall. When I was auditioning for a spot on Broadway Market back in 2005, my dear friend Dakota was visiting from California. Typical of Californians, she is always looking for ways to eat well and stay healthy, but she also loves a treat. At the time she was avoiding cakes made with flour and gluten and was obsessed with coconut macaroons. I wanted to make one that she would rate among the best and this was what I came up with. Now it’s one of our most popular treats.

I love leeks. I love garlic. I love onions. All alliums are sacred to me because they create so much beautiful flavour when used properly. Sure, they are capable of leaving you with a bit of smelly breath, but isn’t it worth it? Besides, if you’re eating them with your partner or a friend, neither of you will really notice. Leeks are my favourite, especially when slowly cooked down into a silky creamy consistency so they become sweet and nuanced.

Instructions Kitchen tip: All our lemons at Violet come from the Amalfi coast of Italy. They are large and sweet and have a very...

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