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A guide to Dips and Spreads

August 13, 2019

Cold weather in Australia has caused many of us to be in ‘hibernation’ mode. For me it has meant snuggling by the heater watching old movies all while being wrapped up in [...]

Good things come in small pots

June 1, 2018

Patak’s has become a well-known brand name as more and more Australians cook Indian cuisine at home. Patak’s already extensive range of Indian products, including paste [...]

The Aussie Evolution of Chinese Food

April 18, 2018

When I was growing up I had never heard of Chinese food. Yes, there were Chinese restaurants around (I think) but my father’s dislike/allergy to things like onions and [...]

More than you bargain for in Hastings

October 25, 2017

Surrounded by farmland, the town of Hastings is one of the ‘gateways’ to the lower part of the Mornington Peninsula, one of Victoria’s great tourist destinations. Most [...]

From the Garden

April 13, 2017

If you have ever tried your hand at growing fruit and vegetables at home, you will know the sense of achievement and excitement when you see that plant develop into something [...]

Best meatballs in the world?

December 15, 2016

I thought I had tried the best meatballs in the world when I visited New York. Just off Broadway is a family restaurant, Carmines, that serves the most amazing meatballs – [...]

We are what we eat

November 11, 2016

Dare I say it? I think I have just found my newest favourite cook book! Our busy lifestyles these days make it difficult to prepare a wholesome and healthy meal for yourself, [...]

Indulge in supreme decadence

August 28, 2016

Matthew, Sarah and Brendan Aouad are siblings running a family business making the world a happier place one decadent shake at a time. With experience from every facet of a [...]

Time to catch up with gadgets

April 13, 2016

I am often late to catch on to new trends in the market. I have seen many ‘greatest thing on the market’ come and go so I am hesitant to invest hard earned dollars into [...]

Keep it simple but delicious

March 29, 2016

We often turn to quick and simple meals when we are time poor or when we have lack of inspiration, but there are times those quick and simple meals are just plain boring. [...]

From a common ancestor

February 28, 2016

by Carol Sheridan. Melbourne, Australia: I had heard of Chapel Street’s Kin restaurant but so far hadn’t found the time to venture there to give it a try. So, I was quite [...]

Hail the mighty Caesar

October 30, 2015

I don’t need any excuse to make a delicious Caesar salad, but if I had to come up with a reason, I think I would have to say that it’s a perfect meal to have in the [...]