Archive for the ‘All about kids’ Category

Women’s weekly are always the best for reliable recipes. Their Feb spread- “Best in Class” has some really easy creations to please little people. We love seeing our patty pans put to a more savoury use – shown here with Cornbread. Photography by John Paul Urizar and styling by Michele Cranston.

Cornbread

Makes 8 Prep and cook time 45 min

1 cup (150g) instant polenta

1/2 cup (75g) plain flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 tablespoon sugar

1 small (150g) green capsicum, copped finely

2 corn cobs, kernels removed

2 green onions (green shallots), sliced finely

1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley

3 eggs, beaten lightly

1 cup (250ml) milk

1/3 cup (80ml) olive oil

8 cherry boconccini

1. Preheat oven to 180c (160c fan forced). Line eight holes of a 12 hole (80ml) muffin pan with paper cases.

2. Combine the polenta, flour, baking powder and sugar in a large bowl. Add the capsicum, corn, green onions and parsley; mix well. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and olive oil, then stir the liquid into the dry ingredients. Mix well, then spoon the batter into the paper cases. Place a bocconcini in the centre of each muffin.

4. Bake for 35 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan. Store Cornbread in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave.

Here are a couple of posts we have picked up on recently with our lovely cup cake papers.

The talented photographer Rowe Timson captured Gabe’s first birthday with the most gorgeous photos. See our Carnival stripe patty pans on the elaborate table. What a beautiful party. See website for Rowe Timson here.

Also spotted are the lovely cup cakes by Madelaine. See website here.

She has used our Fairy Princess papers to make beautiful, beautiful cakes.

It is exciting for us to see our product and the personal ways people use them. If you have any images of our patty pans with your own creations, please let us know – we would love to share. - kate

‘Little Circus’ is Robert Gordon’s inspired new party range. Whether you’re celebrating a child’s birthday or arranging a party for grown ups who haven’t quite grown up, ‘Little Circus’ is for you.  The range  includes paper plates, cups, cake wrappers, cup cake toppers, invitations, patty pans and treat bags.

We are very excited to announce the winner of Robert Gordon Australia’s KIDS CLUB summertime competition. Congratulations to Emma Hanly of Ringwood. Emma’s creative little entry caught the judge’s eye. Her 3D box describing her summertime adventures on a boogie board have won her a party in our Pottery Barn for six people. They all get to paint a piece of their choice- from a baker, to a teapot, or even a mug. Very exciting! Congratulations Emma.

Emma’s winning entry-

A big thank you and huge special mention to the following entries. They were all so creative, it was hard to pick a winner-

For over fifteen years, Robert Gordon Australia has been a place for kids, adults, families and friends  to come and paint a pot. A place to create your very own masterpiece! Why not make a booking today for the rainy day school holidays? Bring in the whole family for a great day out. Paint a pot and enjoy a coffee at our new look cafe. Prices start at $14 per piece. Each item is made from high fired stoneware, designed to last a lifetime. The price includes everything you will need  – tuition, glazes brushes, bisque,  inspiration, the lot!  BOOK TODAY!! We are open here in Pakenham, 7 days a week. Mon-Sat 9am Sun 10am-4pm Our painting studio seats up to 65 people and operates all year. For full details, including shapes and prices, please visit our website.

Take one new and pristine piece of pottery, add paints, tuition, advice and one child, and mix well. The result is a foolproof recipe for a fun day out for everyone.

This fun is available at the Paint-Your-Own studios at Robert Gordon Australia pottery outlets, and offers everything from entertainment to education to the anticipation and fun of creative endeavour.

Participants get to choose from a range of pieces to paint. There are vases, plates, bowls, mugs, sundae containers, popcorn boxes, milkshake containers …

At the end of the painting session, the pieces are glazed and then fired in the Robert Gordon Australia kilns. They can then be collected to start their new life on display in your home. All pieces are microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe, and a potential talking point for generations.

The Paint-Your-Own sessions at Robert Gordon Australia have produced thousands of happy memories over the years. They are perfect for a family day or a birthday party. They are perfect for adults too — organise a function for friends, for a mothers’ group or for Mother’s Day.

For more information, or to make a booking, visit our web page.