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Top 5 Recipes Using Pistachio Cream
Who doesn't love pistachio cream? This essential ingredient for the Dubai chocolate has become a staple in so many homes but did you know that you can make so many delicious other desserts with it? From a divine pistachio ricotta cake, pistachio cream tiramisu, pistachio muddy buddies or Dubai chocolate strawberries there are pistachio cream recipes that run the gamut from easy to a bit more time involved!
Signal Box, Newcastle
Signal Box is a popular all-day restaurant located on Wharf Road, at the Market Street lawn precinct in Newcastle. The building is based on its original incarnation as a signal box for when trains used to run nearby. The dining pavilion made nearly entirely of steel and concrete to honour the city's history. The large glass windows are cantilevered and run on hydraulics that they can open up to let the breeze in. Come along as we have pre-dinner snacks here!
Rice Paper Dumplings
I am SO excited to share this Chinese rice paper dumpling recipe with you! With just a few ingredients you can make the most delicious crispy rice paper dumplings from your pantry! These crispy parcels are filled with ramen, cheese and green onions and are quick to make and so, so delicious. If you're looking for a fun snack between meals then give these dumplings a try. This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader.
ANZAC Biscuit Rocky Road
This ANZAC Biscuit Rocky Road has everything delicious in it from crushed ANZAC biscuits, dark bittersweet chocolate, honey roasted macadamias, coconut toasted marshmallows and ginger. This rocky road is great to share and uses the crunch of ANZAC biscuits to make this innovative version of a classic rocky road. Best of all it takes around 5 minutes to make so you're not far from a delicious sweet snack for ANZAC Day!
Ortigia, Noto, Sicily
Today on day 3 of our Sicilian Food Tour we visit the island of Ortigia and the famed town of Noto both on the east coast of Sicily. We visit the bustling stalls of Ortigia’s Saturday market to the golden limestone streets of nearby Noto. We finish with a local seafood feast with plenty of Sicilian specialties!
Top 5 ANZAC Day Cakes
As ANZAC Day approaches these five delectable desserts reinterpret the classic ANZAC biscuit with cakes, loaves and crumbles. From a luscious cheesecake with a homemade ANZAC biscuit crust to a moist pear and ginger loaf, to a quince and apple crumble or the aromatic touch of rosemary in a tea cake, these treats are a bakers delight. Or just try a ANZAC biscuit cake which is like a giant ANZAC biscuit in cake form!
Moku, Darlinghurst
Moku is a Japanese inspired restaurant on Riley Street in Darlinghurst with an a la carte and omakase menu depending on the day and time. The menu has a mixture of Japanese dishes with playful Western accents and we were drawn in by the promise of a standout sandwich. Come and see what Moku is like and if it's worth a visit!
Roasted Sesame Broccolini
It's broccolini season and this roasted broccolini recipe is a wonderful way to serve broccolini as a side dish. Roasting broccolini makes the tips crispy and the stems tender but adding honey and sesame seasons this to perfection! This is the only way I make broccolini in this house because I get so many requests for this sesame roasted broccolini!
The Clareville
The Clareville is a Modern Australian restaurant that has opened on the site of the former Clareville Kiosk on Sydney's Northern Beaches. At the helm is owner chef Cooper Dickson who has worked at some of Australia's most luxurious resorts. It's the perfect spot for a weekend drive (or Mother's Day coming up!) especially on a sunny day. Find out what the menu is like here and what is a must order.
Lamb Shanks
These divine lamb shanks are perfect for a delicious Easter lunch or Autumn or Winter dinner. Lamb shanks are braised until buttery tender in a rich pomegranate sauce in the slow cooker, pressure cooker or oven and while it cooks the sauce thickens to absolute perfection! This is a great make ahead recipe that also freezes well.
Biscoff Hot Cross Buns
These Biscoff Hot Cross Buns are something special for Easter. A richly spiced bread bun is combined with white chocolate chips and a generous filling of Biscoff. And these buns get a final dip of toffee on top to make them special. Make your Easter special with this delightful Hot Cross Bun flavour based on my very popular bakery style hot cross buns made with tangzhong!
Vittoria, Sicily
It's Day 2 of our Sicilian Food Tour and today we are exploring the baroque city of Vittoria, just 20 minutes away from the quiet fishing town of Scoglitti. The two neighbouring areas are just 13 kms away and many Vittorians holiday in Scoglitti. Still, there is a rivalry between Scoglitti and Vittoria that runs deep. But how does Vittoria compare to Scoglitti? The day ends with a Michelin starred meal at Ragusa Ibla the stunning town that looks like a dream.
Easter Dessert Recipes
Looking for the perfect Easter dessert? Whether you're all about chocolate, spice or a little cheeky fun, these five Easter desserts are here to impress. From fudgy Hot Cross Blondies and rich Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie Cake to the make-ahead magic of an Easter Zuccotto Cake, there’s something for everyone. Or try the white chocolate mousse filled Chocolate Eggs or Salted Caramel Rocky Road with its dark chocolate, marshmallows and tart inca or cranberries!
Lidcombe, Sydney Restaurants
It's time for a new Sydney suburb crawl and this one takes us to Lidcombe, the Western Sydney suburb that has a preponderance of wonderful Korean eateries. There is everything from including Korean fried chicken as well as its newer cousin Korean charcoal chicken as well as noodles, crispy pancakes and bingsus. Come along as we discover some amazing restaurants!
Hedgehog Slice
So you want something delicious and simple? It's Hedgehog chocolate slice time! This easy classic Australian no bake chocolate slice is super popular and requires just 5 minutes active prep time so it is super easy. It uses basic pantry items and doesn't even need condensed milk so you're never far from a delicious chocolate slice!
Caponata
Caponata is an iconic Sicilian summer and early Autumn dish that is made with eggplant, tomato and olive oil in an agrodolce sauce. It is truly one of the most delicious, flavoursome Italian vegetable dishes that also happens to be vegetarian and vegan/plant based. Find out how to make an authentic Sicilian caponata from scratch! This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader.
Scoglitti, Sicily
It's our first day on the Sicilian Food Tour where we will be travelling around Sicily eating the best of what this gorgeous island has to offer. Come along as we taste the sweetest tomatoes, try Capuliato (made from the tomatoes), trying freshly made Sicilian pastries and have a seafood feast to end them all!
Top 5 Easter Lunch Menu Recipes
Are you having Easter lunch this year? I've got a complete Easter lunch or dinner menu for you! We've got you covered for Easter starters, mains, sides and dessert. From a rich Italian meatball soup to a tender slow-cooked lamb shoulder, crispy potato rösti, sweet and savoury roasted sweet potatoes and a decadent chocolate zuccotto cake, there's something for everyone at the table.
Chillis Cottage, Davistown
Chillis Cottage is the latest restaurant opening by Central Coast couple Hayley Hardcastle and Cameron Cansdell. The waterside restaurant is situated in Davistown, inside a heritage listed house with a white picket fence and views of boats crossing the inlet. Come and take a look at what is on the menu of the Central Coast's newest restaurant!
Grilled Prawns
Grilled prawns or shrimp are one of the best things about summer (or early Autumn technically!). Try these restaurant quality chef's recipe for grilled prawns with a nduja butter sauce on top! This is a quick and easy dinner or lunch recipe and they take about 6 minutes on the grill to cook.
Pistachio Hot Cross Buns
Love pistachio? It's almost Easter time and that means it's time for Dubai Chocolate Hot Cross Buns! Try these incredibly soft and light Hot Cross Buns filled with Pistachio Cream and Nutella for Easter. They're based on my cult hot cross bun recipe using tangzhong roux to make them super soft and downy. These will taste as fresher and soft as a bakery hot cross bun (many say these are even better!). This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader.
Fig Confit
Fig Confit helps you make the most of fig season by preserving fresh figs. Here we confit them in a spiced marsala wine (you can also use grape juice). And if you have dry figs that you want to make more luscious give this fig confit recipe a try! You can have figs for 6 months past the end of fig season using this wonderful preserving technique. This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader.
Top 5 One Bowl Cake Recipes
These five one-bowl cakes are simple to make and full of flavour. From the warm, buttery pear tea cake and chewy pumpkin pie butter mochi to fudgy homemade chocolate brownies, there's something for every taste. The burnt Basque cheesecake is creamy perfection with just five ingredients, while the one bowl chocolate cake is rich and gooey. Minimal prep, maximum flavour!
Humbug, Newcastle
One of downtown Newcastle's most popular restaurants is HUMBUG. This restaurant located on Hunter street in Newcastle is owned by local couple Mike Portley and Stephanie Wells - she takes care of the wine and drinks and he the food. Take a look at what is on the menu and what is a must order!
Mango Panna Cotta
This mango panna cotta is something special. While it looks gorgeous, it is also straightforward to make and keeps for days in the fridge so it's a great make-head dessert. Fresh mango is pureed and then combined with a coconut and cream layer and then topped with fresh, diced mango. You'll think you're in the tropics with this gorgeous mango and coconut dessert! This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader.
Dragon Pastry, Haymarket
Dragon Pastry is a new pastry store and dessert place on busy Dixon Street in Sydney's Chinatown Haymarket. They sell traditional Chinese pastries and cookies as well as dessert bowls and bingsus. And the prices? Well they're a very nice surprise with most pastries around $2.50-$3 and dessert bowls for less than $10. Come and see what it's like and find out all about traditional Chinese pastries!
Crispy Pork Belly
Dear Reader, this Crispy Pork Belly will be one of the best pork belly dinners you will ever make. It has a delicious spicy Asian style sauce with a crispy crunch and melting texture. This tastes like a restaurant quality crispy pork belly and that's because it comes from a fantastic restaurant where it is their signature dish. Don't sleep on this pork belly recipe, this is a pushy recipe Dear Reader!
Best Homemade Chocolate Brownies
For the best chocolate homemade brownies all you will need is one bowl and one spatula! These chocolate brownies are a wonderful mixture of cakey and fudgey brownie with lots of chocolate chips in each bite. These brownies are also easy to mix up, no heavy duty equipment needed! This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader!
Santorini, Greece
Santorini is a visual dream come true. But is it possible to see Santorini on a budget? I will show you how to not break the bank and still see the beauty of Santorini. Explore the the Greek Island of Santorini with us and find out where to get those amazing photos and where to eat some amazing food.
Delicious Chicken Breast Recipes
If you’re looking for new ways to cook chicken breasts, these five chicken recipes will change the game! From juicy stuffed chicken with spinach and cheese to a light and delicious Tuscan-style dish, there’s something for every craving. Try the rich and crispy Chicken Sorrentino, the spicy Mexican-spiced baked chicken or the elegant Chicken Paillard with capers and olives. Ready to upgrade your chicken dinners? Let’s get cooking!
Places to eat Newcastle
A lot can happen in a year especially in the food scene of Newcastle which is coming in leaps and bounds. Since last year's visit in early 2024 there are new places to eat and drink. Find out more about what is new to eat in Newcastle. From dining with an ocean view to a playful degustation, a Roman trattoria to a late night bar serving native botanical drinks plus changes to favourite restaurants and chefs!
Grilled Peaches
It's the last vestiges of peach season at the moment and while it's still warm try grilling peaches for an easy, healthy peach dessert! Fresh peaches are basted in honey butter and then grilled until they caramelise. We add a dollop of fresh ricotta on top and a drizzle of honey. This is summer-time in a dessert and perfect if you're looking for something light and healthy after a big meal.
Chicken Tenders Strips Tenderloins Air Fryer
I am so excited to share this Air Fryer Chicken Tender recipe with you! I make these a few nights a week and it is one of my favourite dinners as it is healthy as it is air fried and yet has the crunch of a deep fried chicken tender. Chicken tenderloins or chicken strips are marinated in a spiced yogurt (or buttermilk) mixture that tenderises the chicken so well (trust me, there's no dry chicken here!) and then we crumb the chicken in a mixture of crushed cornflakes and parmesan for the most delicious, healthy dinner around - cooking time is less than 15 minutes! These are also easily made gluten free. This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader.