About Amelia and Simple Provisions

Food does not need to be fancy to be celebrated.

A fresh, crisp radish smeared in butter and dipped in salt can make a dreary day brighter.

A stock made from kitchen scraps can transform into a fragrant soup to warm a chill.

And a couple of pieces of bread, some cheese and a grill can become the most delicious late night snack ever.

That’s what this blog is about. Simple food that makes everyday moments special.

My name is Amelia Crook and I moved to New York City from Melbourne, Australia in 2011 to work at Martha Stewart. I found that the craziness of the city required a counter balance, and mine was found by exploring local green markets, small-batch producers and eating with the seasons.

In November 2012 I moved back home to Australia and swapped the city for the country. I now live in Kyneton, Victoria – a town of 6,600 people. I live in a big old house with an apple and pear tree in the garden. This is an experiment in slower living.

I started this blog to remind myself to prepare and eat food that makes me happy.

And I do that by:

  • Cooking with seasonal produce – it is cheaper, better for the environment and tastier
  • Preparing it simply to let the natural flavours shine
  • Appreciating each meal and striving to make the mundane beautiful, no occasion necessary

It’s lovely to meet you.

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58 thoughts on “About Amelia and Simple Provisions”

  5. Olive says:

    Looking forward to reading more of your blog. I have always put avocado on nice toasted breads (never thought anyone else did, don’t know why!) but never thought to put a tasty cheese on it. I love simple!

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  7. fairtradelady says:

    Such a nice recipe! I sometimes make a similar toast – must be my “inner Australian” -but I must try the mint with it! I am toasting all sorts of bread, I live in Germany so there is plenty of choice. Lovely recipes, thanks!

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  9. Leah says:

    congrats on the freshly pressed. A Melbourne girl living in Brisbane I appreciate seeking solice in the good food finds of a new city. Thank you for sharing

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  10. El Oso con Botas says:

    Absolutely agree with your first words “A fresh, crisp radish smeared in butter and dipped in salt can make a dreary day brighter. A stock made from kitchen scraps can transform into a fragrant soup to warm a chill. And a couple of pieces of bread, some cheese and a grill can become the most delicious late night snack ever”

    Keeping things simple and do not handle or transform ingredients to much can be always much better and if you add an special atmosphere or ritual can just be perfect :)

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  11. Diane says:

    Another Australian – with similar interests. Such relief to read recipes that don’t include cliches like ‘drizzle with truffle oil’. Keep it up.

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  15. Christina says:

    Found your blog on a general search in WordPress, and I am surely glad to stumble upon it! Following you and look forward to future posts! I am a newbie just starting a food blog, come check mine out sometime and let me know what you think!

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  21. weekswithout says:

    I just stumpled about your blog. and I am most happy I did. It just looks delicious. plus I love your attitude. I am new to blogging and especially to food blogging and I find my own blog is still in its kindergarten-time – meaning I’ll have to learn a lot. but blogs like yours are the best motivation. thank you for lightening up my day :-)

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  22. kim says:

    your site is beautiful and inspiring! i hope it’s alright, but I feel that I must write about coming across your blog and how wonderful it is… :)
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  28. lemsroberts says:

    Your blog is stunning. Do you do your own photography? If so, do you mind telling me how you learned? Your recipes are fantastic, as well. So glad Pinterest led me here!

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  30. Ani Danelz says:

    This is exactly my philosophy on cooking and living a healthier lifestyle! Do you have a page where all your recipes are listed? I would love to see your past posts.

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    • Amelia says:

      I don’t have an archive like that yet Ani. If you keep scrolling down on the homepage you’ll eventually see them all. A recipe index is on the to-do list :)

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