Danielle Phyland

Danielle Phyland - writer - SHE DEFINED

Danielle Phyland is an avid traveller and loves to explore all corners of the globe.

With a professional career in tourism and business development, she loves experiencing the hospitality of local businesses.

A casual crafter and passionate home cook, Danielle is based in the creative northern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. 

Articles by Danielle:

Festive baking: Christmas melting moments

Festive baking: Christmas melting moments

With the festive season here, these melting moments make a delicious addition to the Christmas table.

Carrot cake recipe for Easter

Classic carrot cake with cream cheese icing

Deliciously moist and lightly spiced, this carrot cake will become your go-to for afternoon teas, picnics, and lunchbox treats.

Getting to Port Fairy

5 fantastic Victorian towns for a weekend getaway

Providing countryside charm and culture, here are five great Victorian towns to visit for a weekend escape or short-term getaway.

Chocolate mousse for Easter

Decadent chocolate mousse

With a soft and fluffy texture, this chocolate mousse is a winning number for special occasions or when you simply want a sweet after-dinner treat.

Danielle Phyland - I can't be the only one longing to travel

I can’t be the only one longing to travel again

The prospect of travelling again feels like a long, patient wait in the departure lounge, writes Danielle Phyland.

Cookie recipe: Great grandma's shortbread biscuits

Great-grandma’s shortbread biscuits

With a buttery flavour and a crisp, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these shortbread biscuits are an absolute treat.

Raspberry, cashew and coconut bliss balls

Raspberry, cashew and coconut bliss balls

If you're looking to make a healthy yet sweet and satisfying snack, you've got to try these raspberry, cashew and coconut bliss balls.

Christmas cookies: 3 festive biscuits to inspire your holiday baking

Spiced gingerbread biscuits

Combining a sweet and buttery flavour, along with mild and zesty ginger, these spiced gingerbread biscuits make for a satisfying treat.

Vegan zesty lemon loaf

Vegan zesty lemon loaf

For a cake that is fluffy, zingy and satisfyingly sweet, you've got to try this vegan zesty lemon loaf.