Lamb Koftas with Tahini Yoghurt & Aleppo Butter
I make these so often for my family, mainly because in my house, we love to eat feasting style and eat a…
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Roasted Moreton Bay Bugs with Linguine & Tomatoes
This is summer entertaining for me. A simple recipe with beautiful ingredients that can be eaten while sitting outside on a balmy night, with a…
Asparagus, Quinoa & Dukkah Salad with Poached Eggs
Summer has finally arrived here in Melbourne and, for my family, it also signals balmy nights, lazy days, the beach, barbecues, lots of gatherings with…
Artichoke, Pea & Bacon Tart
Have I mentioned that I love pastry? This tart is my latest obsession because it includes so many of my favourite things … artichokes, bacon,…
Tomato and Gruyere tart
Man, I love anything wrapped in crispy, crumbly pastry! It’s definitely at the top of my guilty pleasure list, in sweet or savoury form, I…
Basque Cheesecake with Caramelised Mandarins
If you have never tried Basque cheesecake you really haven’t lived. It’s the easiest cheesecake you will ever make – no crumb or pastry base…
Chipotle Salmon Tacos
We absolutely love Mexican flavours in our house. Full of freshness, texture, big flavours but familiar at the same time. I love the many dishes…
Mushroom Bruschetta with Feta
I could eat this for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It’s especially good with a poached egg on top too. Perfect for your meat-free Monday quick…
Spanish Chicken Tray Bake
One pan dinners have become my new favourites in the kitchen, especially mid-week when I’m always pushed for time after work. This recipe has been…
Roast Pumpkin with Crispy Chickpeas & Almond Crumb
Roasting pumpkin until it’s slightly caramelised but very tender brings a whole new level of sweetness and flavour that is the perfect star and base…
Stuffed Mushrooms with Pork Sausage & Taleggio
Stuffed mushrooms have made a come back this autumn, and they need not only be vegetarian. This combination of flavours is inspired by ingredients I…
Moroccan Chicken Pies
Pies are truly one of my most favourite things to cook and eat. They’re covered in crunchy pastry and filled whatever combination your taste desires….
Pappardelle with Lamb Shank & Caramelised Onion Ragu
The caramelised onions in this ragu give the perfect amount of sweetness to compliment the lamb and balance out the balsamic vinegar. I couldn’t be…
Roast Rib of Beef with Parsnip Puree
A standing roast rib of beef is hard to beat for a Sunday lunch. This is what I like to eat when the weather is…
Cauliflower Gratin with Hazelnut Brown Butter
Cauliflower has become such a popular vegetable in recent years and the classic gratin still reigns supreme. This is my version which has hazelnuts for…
Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Gorgonzola & Maple Butter
Meat-free Monday’s are looking even better with this delicious dish of sweet potato gnocchi with a few of my favourite things. Roasting the sweet potato…
Spiced Carrot Cake with Pistachios
This is my take on the classic carrot cake. I love cooking with spices and this combination bring a lovely mellow flavour to the carrot…
Apple & Butterscotch Pudding
My friend’s Mum, Marje, used to make an apple and caramel roll for dessert when I would sometimes stay for dinner back in high school….
Cevapcici with Flatbread & Almond Salsa
I came up with this combination for my friend, Ivy, when she was having a party. Everyone loved it so much that I had to…
Spicy Prawn & Chorizo Tacos
I cook Mexican at least once a fortnight. My kids love the flavours and I enjoy coming up with new ways to introduce different ingredients…
Roast Turkey
I love how readily available turkey is in Australia around Christmas time because I am a big fan. However, the only way I cook a…
Pistachio & Raspberry Friands
Baking doesn’t get much simpler than this … minimal ingredients, quick prep, all in one bowl and a perfect little cake ensues. Pistachios are replacing…
Spicy Chicken Wings
Be prepared to make a double batch of these because everybody goes in for more and they really are an easy and delicious way to…
Kale and Ricotta Gnudi with Brown Butter
Vegetarian heaven right here. I sometimes like to serve these with toasted flaked almonds for some crunch, if you happen to have some in your…
Orange Syrup Bundt Cake
I love this cake because it’s super easy as everything goes into a food processor, whole oranges and all. It’s moist and is really delicious…
Chicken and Green Olive Empanadas
Empanadas are great to serve up at parties. You can make them a couple weeks before and simply freeze them so they’re ready to be…
The Best Homemade Pizza
I have been making pizzas at home since I was a kid. My Mum would often cook pizzas, usually on the weekend, and it was…
Braised Beef Cheek Orecchiette
Comfort food is my jam. It’s winter in Australia and Melbourne is COLD! As I’m typing this, the wind is howling through my trees in…
Honey & Spice Baked Porridge with Pears
An easy breakfast recipe of baked porridge with honey, spices and pears makes for a slow Sunday morning and gives you more time to cosy…
French Toast with Orange Caramel & Ricotta
Breakfast in bed never looked so good! This flavour combination is so delicious you’ll definitely be asking for this again soon. It’s my absolute favourite…
Maple and Bourbon Glazed Ham
My Christmas table is not complete without a beautifully glistening glazed ham. This beauty is my best yet. What you’ll need … 1 free-range ham…