Greyhounds and Grazing

Greyhounds

Who knew that they came in so many colours?  On Friday, there was a meet-up of greyhound owners for a 3.5 km walk starting at Kent Street Weir.  All the dogs are rescued from the racing industry, where they are put down when they are no longer bringing in big $$$. They make gentle and loving pets, but must always be kept on a lead in case they revert to type and chase smaller creatures. 

At first the dogs were suspicious of one another.
There were a few growls.

C and Rocky, eager to get going.

Canning Regional Park has lovely walking trails.
The dogs brought a smile to the faces of other walkers.

A group of volunteers pedal around with trishaws,
giving free rides round the park.

This is their vehicle.
I booked a ride for JL next week.

There is a nice coffee spot at the end.

Grazing

Perth City Farm held a Great Grazing Market today. It was to showcase produce from the south-west, and to teach people how to make a splendid grazing platter. Alannah MacTiernan was there to open the event in her capacity as Minister for Regional Development, Agriculture and Food. She didn't dress up for the occasion. As usual, her hairstyle was modelled on Boris Johnson's. No photo!

Experts preparing a huge platter.

Too beautiful to eat (almost!)

Apples and pears in abundance.

Fuji apples (on the right) are my favourite.
She gave me two.

Milford Winery had a stall.
I bought some Brinjal Chutney.

It was a bit early for wine-tasting. I had hoped to have breakfast, or at least brunch, but the queue for coffee was too long. In the end I had to settle for a taste of cumquat-infused gin!

Perth City Farm is a community vegetable garden.
It is run by volunteers.

Some of my spoils.

I also got various freebies: potatoes, apples, bananas and a piece of honey-flavoured muffin.

Potato and rosemary traybake,
inspired by a free cookbook.