Standley Chasm

Standley Chasm is an Aboriginal owned and run nature reserve not too far from Alice Springs. Because of the presence of water the vegetation here survives from an earlier, wetter climate. The Cycad palms are particularly notable.

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A la cuisine hier: Cream of Mushroom Soup, savoury and simple. 

Simon made Shortbread, in traditional wedges. The secret ingredient is fine semolina.

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Truffle Market: The first truffle market for the season will be held at Marigny Marmande, near Richelieu, tomorrow.