http://www.timolsengallery.com
http://www.oxfamshop.org.au
http://www.kyliekwong.org
Keeping it fair for the workers
“Not only will the artisans crafting Kylie's first-ever product range receive fair wages and working conditions, proceeds from the sale of these products will support Oxfam’s work with communities in developing countries”
Thanks to Raina Hunter from Oxfam Australia for inviting me along to the launch of Kylie Kwong's Oxfam tableware range at the Tim Olsen Gallery. It was a light and spacious upstairs area to showcase the new tableware with its distinctive lotus graphic designed by Kylie herself. Apparently the tableware was featured on MasterChef which had the Dalai Lama — I missed this episode. I can't really fit any more tableware in my own tiny home kitchen but I'm sure it would make a nice Christmas present for those who are looking for gift ideas or for themselves. There was no shortage of canapés for the invited guests made by the team from Billy Kwong Restaurant whom also served organic wines from Kalleske which were quite quaffable — the Florentine Chenin Blanc 2010 seemed quite a good match for the Asian canapés. I was very impressed with the food that was served. Flavours were fresh and the combination of ingredients were well thought out. Having everything bite-sized was very handy and many of them were seafood based. My favourites were the Crispy fried Prawn Wontons, Balmain Bug wontons served in a spoon and especially the Ocean trout canape served on a crispy wonton. I believe Kylie Kwong doesn't actually have a catering service but if she ever decided to I think it would do very well. It was nice to meet a few other food bloggers I haven't met in person before, Martyn from Wholecome Cook, Mish Lilley from Mish Delish (visiting from Melbourne) and Jasmyne Middleton from Jasmyne Tea.
SNAPSHOT REVIEW:
PROS: Kylie knows how to create some very tasty canapés, Love the light and airy gallery space, Oxfam supports fair trade for better prices, decent working conditions and improved market access for small producers in the developing countries
CONS: To try Kylie's food you'll have to visit her restaurant or at Eveleigh Farmers Market
MUST TRY: Revisiting Billy Kwong to try the dishes although you can't book a table and it's considered quite expensive but there's a menu focus on using organic produce
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Friendly service
Orange juice, Organic Wines by Kalleske, South Australia, Florentine Chenin Blanc 2010, Clarry's 2010
Prawn wonton canape
SIMON FAVOURITE :-)
Eggplant canape
Kingfish canape — fresh and tender
Scallop with XO sauce canape
Balmain Bug wonton canape
WORTH TRYING :-)
Japanese pumpkin canape
Beef brisket canape
Ocean trout on crispy wonton canape
SIMON FAVOURITE :-)
Prawn wonton canape
Oxfam shop Kylie Kwong tableware hand crafted in Vietnam at Mai Vietnamese Handicrafts
The tableware prices
The benefits to people producing the range
Official speech time
Well-attended launch
Checking out the media kit
Mingle and networking time
8 comments:
thanks for the great coverage Simon - I was invited but unfortunately I wasn't able to be there to support this event due to another commitment - felt like I was there through your post (wow you got it up quickly ...)
Impressively quick turn around for this blog, well done. Was really great to meet you guys.
Great shots Simon!
Woah the event looks fun! The organic wines must be delicious. Oh I can't help but drool by just looking at those prawn wonton canapes (omnomnom!)
And I must say that the Kingfish canape and the Beef brisket presentations are lovely!
Thanks for posting :D
Bug wontons? I'm in love! A stunning range by Kylie too - and so many will benefit from it.
What a shame to miss all those gorgeous canapes... I remember reading an article on Kylie's Oxfam range - very pretty
Same night coverage! Fantastic photos, it was great to meet you! :)
I am so excited that so many people are getting behind the fair trade movement, it will make a difference. Thanks for the great post.
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