tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post8954489627334858112..comments2024-03-26T18:16:35.247+10:00Comments on Through My Kitchen Window: Philomena's Almond BreadThrough My Kitchen Windowhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-55108349982970436242017-01-24T12:51:52.781+10:002017-01-24T12:51:52.781+10:00The positive comments on here are making me so exc...The positive comments on here are making me so excited to try this recipe! I can't wait. Emmanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-71618314394378842032016-12-08T22:33:41.955+10:002016-12-08T22:33:41.955+10:00Hi Mariana - thanks so much to you and Philomena! ...Hi Mariana - thanks so much to you and Philomena! This is the first almond bread recipe my Mum agrees is exactly right. I foresee many, many batches in my future. Amandanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-11041293522960087872013-09-20T07:42:44.335+10:002013-09-20T07:42:44.335+10:00Thanks for dropping back Trixi - you've made m...Thanks for dropping back Trixi - you've made my day. I'll let Philomena know the next time I call her up - she's living in Croatia now; I miss my wonderful neighbours terribly. They're irreplaceable. Mariana xThrough My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-16454573380891211532013-09-19T22:38:38.317+10:002013-09-19T22:38:38.317+10:00I've just made Philomena's Almond Bread an...I've just made Philomena's Almond Bread and it's really amazing. I've made almond bread before with a slightly different recipe but this recipe wins by far and is now a family favourite...thanks!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08477626894762442078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-29394331379646361852013-06-28T09:14:30.491+10:002013-06-28T09:14:30.491+10:00Gee Sofie; sounds like you can well relate with yo...Gee Sofie; sounds like you can well relate with your own experience to warm, wonderful, generous elders. Such people are getting rarer than hen's teeth these days, so it's well worth treasuring and valuing them with all your being. My dear Philomena and Romano moved earlier this year, so they are no longer my precious neighbours. They've gone back to the 'old' country - Romano's birthplace in Pula Croatia. I think of them often and they've left an indelible mark on my whole family. We miss them. Through My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-44870432697218154662013-06-28T07:18:16.453+10:002013-06-28T07:18:16.453+10:00Love your post Mariana and your neighbours, they r...Love your post Mariana and your neighbours, they remind me of my mums wonderful neighbours who have given me such wonderful childhood memories. Gorgeous Expresso coffee, delicious food such as home made sauces, pizza, biscuits and that huge garden which they still maintain at the age of 70+, luv the memories and I will surely be trying Philomena almond bread tonight. Cant wait to take them to my daughters pony club event, I bet they are going to love them and I cant wait to check out your other post and recipes. <br />Luv to you and Philomena ( Making the world a better place ) :)<br />SofieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17894457033850899238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-28256090554776086252013-03-19T16:20:31.717+10:002013-03-19T16:20:31.717+10:00Thanks for that Rosalie. I'll pass that info o...Thanks for that Rosalie. I'll pass that info onto my blogger friend who recently inquired about the slicer. Cheers MarianaThrough My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-64960011193063739552013-03-16T17:39:46.902+10:002013-03-16T17:39:46.902+10:00Mariana,
The slicer I use is a Ritter brand and ...Mariana, <br /><br />The slicer I use is a Ritter brand and looks very much like your famous friend's slicer. It makes life so much easier. I got mine through Kitchenware Direct, an amazing online store that has fantastic service and way too many things for me to spend my money on. <br /><br />Cheers RosalieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-28769143058078732472012-12-24T19:30:01.626+10:002012-12-24T19:30:01.626+10:00Dear Anonymous
It doesn't surprise me to hear...<br />Dear Anonymous<br /><br />It doesn't surprise me to hear the almond bread softened if you left it in the fridge for two days. I retraced my steps in the recipe and at no stage have I said to put it in the fridge for any amount of time. <br /><br />I see I've stated to 'allow the bread to go completely cold'. Perhaps you've interpreted this to mean to put in the fridge whereas I actually mean do not attempt to slice the bread whilst 'hot' and make sure that it has completely cooled down. <br /><br />I've since put in brackets what I mean by 'allowing to go completely cold' in the instructions, not that this will help you. I regret to hear that you have 'ruined' your present to your grandparents. I do agree with you about not leaving gifts to the last minute as it doesn't allow for time when things do go wrong. <br /><br />All the best for a Happy Christmas. Mariana. Through My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-11185514514544894772012-12-24T14:55:20.584+10:002012-12-24T14:55:20.584+10:00We put our almond bread in for the first bake for ...We put our almond bread in for the first bake for over 20 minutes as recommended in this recipe, making sure it was a nice light golden brown all over. After leaving it in the fridge for 2 days, it came to slicing the loaf. It was soft through the entire middle of the loaf! It is now 3pm on Christmas Eve. No second chances now. Our Christmas baking gift idea for our grandparents ruined. We spent all of last night decorating some beautiful glass jars. I suggest, don't leave it to the last minute and don't always trust the recipe. Indeed, practice makes perfect. Merry Christmas 2012, from one unhappy Christmas baker. P.S Back-up brownies are on the way. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-70031021458032889122012-12-11T09:45:59.528+10:002012-12-11T09:45:59.528+10:00Thanks Pina. Yes we've been lucky to have Phil...Thanks Pina. Yes we've been lucky to have Philomena; but our days are numbered. Their house is sold and they must be out by January 11th. They'll remain in Australia just until they've sorted all their gear, what to take, what to sell, etc and of course, the arduous task of gaining approval and organising to get their four pets to Croatia. Her almond bread will be missed; but at least you and I have the recipe. Merry Christmas to you. Mariana.Through My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-16674754509805485652012-12-01T14:45:01.398+10:002012-12-01T14:45:01.398+10:00PINA, December 1,2012. ...PINA, December 1,2012. <br />what a lovely lady filomena is youre so lucky to have a neighbour like her, i must admit that i'm a bit jelous her almond bread is always a big winner , Merry Christmas to both of you .God Bless.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-20805979796029114762012-11-08T11:50:55.568+10:002012-11-08T11:50:55.568+10:00I'll pop down and see her later Glenda. I have...I'll pop down and see her later Glenda. I have a feeling she bought it in Croatia because she couldn't find anything like it in Australia. I'll see if there is a brand on it. Knowing Philomena it's been that well used it's probably been rubbed off - only kidding!!Through My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-43563872518498717622012-11-08T11:34:43.643+10:002012-11-08T11:34:43.643+10:00Hi Mariana, I have been checking out Philomena...Hi Mariana, I have been checking out Philomena's slicer. Can you ask her what brand it is please? I have to cut my almond bread by hand and it is getting harder and harder.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-28559110263920325662012-06-29T08:00:23.174+10:002012-06-29T08:00:23.174+10:00Hope you enjoyed them right down to the final crum...Hope you enjoyed them right down to the final crumb Kyle. I'll be sure to tell Philomena you devoured them with delight - would you believe I haven't been down for a grappa or a coffee since you and Issy left. I'll make up for it tomorrow. Are you really going to attempt having a go at making them? Good on you and good luck - be sure to let me know how you get on - flop or fabulous - I want to know. Fingers crossed.Through My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-42698347038648170782012-06-28T22:34:44.670+10:002012-06-28T22:34:44.670+10:00Mariana and Philomena,
I've demolished the pa...Mariana and Philomena,<br /><br />I've demolished the packet of almond bread I received. I will now make some more.<br /><br />Kyle.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-4814323613853313682011-10-02T14:16:23.341+10:002011-10-02T14:16:23.341+10:00What a wonderful blog, thank you for the recipe an...What a wonderful blog, thank you for the recipe and the inspiring story. HEatherAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-71395238748712822011-03-30T19:59:07.900+10:002011-03-30T19:59:07.900+10:00No probs Celia. As for my neighbour - she's th...No probs Celia. As for my neighbour - she's the best.Through My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-62637823802785312442011-03-30T14:19:39.682+10:002011-03-30T14:19:39.682+10:00Mariana, thanks for the link - I want one of those...Mariana, thanks for the link - I want one of those slicing machines! What a fabulous neighbour you have.. :)celiahttp://www.figjamandlimecordial.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-16108265785749413772011-03-21T15:09:50.122+10:002011-03-21T15:09:50.122+10:00Wow. A bucketload of almonds would cost hundreds ...Wow. A bucketload of almonds would cost hundreds of dollars in australia. No kidding. Enjoy using them.Through My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-83565484017295805952011-03-21T04:15:36.098+10:002011-03-21T04:15:36.098+10:00Oh Yumm... I and see me getting even more "ro...Oh Yumm... I and see me getting even more "rotund" trying out all the gorgeous recipes on here !!!<br /><br />Cant wait to try this bread out ! we get almonds by the bucketload from our neighbours..<br /><br />Jo Bruce, SpainAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-32318564445222324872010-04-24T03:34:07.996+10:002010-04-24T03:34:07.996+10:00Gosh Mariana, you know I love a Philomena story an...Gosh Mariana, you know I love a Philomena story and this one's a real treat. First of all she looks incredible, not just 'for her age' but for any age. A real testament to the combined power of discipline (eating well) and pleasure (really enjoying it). I love your Sunday ritual and the cake looks so good, perfect with a cup of tea or coffee or, yes, even grappa. On Sunday. At 7am. I love it. You are lucky to have her in your life, and she you. Lots of love darling, DxLickedspoonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10910664613805029106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-15810628534132344242010-04-20T11:28:58.407+10:002010-04-20T11:28:58.407+10:00Tumbleweed Woman - yes the signal always makes me ...Tumbleweed Woman - yes the signal always makes me smile too. It's funny how it makes me feel 'needed' and that is very comforting.<br /><br />Denise - I guess it's something we all aspire to be when we get to 70. Personally, I don't think I will be that good. But, I can live in hope!!Through My Kitchen Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17300798774076098054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-13645564416076168912010-04-20T05:29:10.543+10:002010-04-20T05:29:10.543+10:00I so enjoyed reading this. Mina is a treasure. I...I so enjoyed reading this. Mina is a treasure. I want to feel twenty, have so much energy it scares me, be as sharp as a tack, strong as an ox, and healthy as can be (and bake a rockin' almond bread) when I'm 70!Denise | Chez Danissehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06418226690328176970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6196832473535198635.post-63522769255722276062010-04-19T09:07:26.678+10:002010-04-19T09:07:26.678+10:00Gorgeous... the woman and the bread! Thank you so...Gorgeous... the woman and the bread! Thank you so much for sharing her recipe and some of her stories... the weekly Sunday signal made me smile. It sounds like you have such a wonderful community there!Liz / Tangible Ingredientshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05783258653767884004noreply@blogger.com