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Top 5 Capsicum Recipes
Capsicum peppers are cheap right now so make the most of this vegetable while you can (because when they're not in season they're expensive!). Start with the basics by learning how to roast capsicum peppers to bring out their natural sweetness, then try a wholesome Basque piperade of capsicum, tomato and runny egg. For entertaining, a quick red pepper dip inspired by muhammara is perfect to make ahead, while Turkish menemen eggs with capsicum, tomato and cheese are great for a hearty breakfast or brunch. And for something more substantial, stuffed peppers with chicken and corn make a satisfying low carb meal!
Slippery's Peakhurst: Wood-Fired Pizzas & Pizza Dough Subs
Slipperys in Peakhurst is a food truck that specialises in two things: pizza and subs. But these subs are not your regular subs; they are made with pizza dough so that they're light fluffy and a little bit crispy. Learn more about what is at Slippery's!
Yi by Jereme Leung, Raffles Singapore
Yi by Jereme Leung is a Chinese restaurant at the Raffles Singapore. The cuisine here is all about modern interpretations of Chinese cuisine with a focus on regional Chinese specialties and reclaiming lost dishes. Come along and see what is a must order here including a divine char siu platter, Jianghan beef, a gold dusted roasted duck and beetroot fried rice.
Top 5 Father's Day Boozy Cakes
If you are looking to impress Dad this Father's Day treat him to something boozy and sweet. From a fudgy whisky cheesecake with melted vanilla caramels and a splash of 12 year-old whisky, to a hot buttered rum cake layered with spiced buttercream I've got you covered. Tipsy Cake is a modern twist on the classic trifle while Limoncello Tiramisu is pure sunshine. And for chocolate lovers I have a dense chocolate whisky cake that is also gluten free!
Che Thien An, Bankstown
Che Thien An is a hidden away food truck in Bankstown (with another branch in Cabramatta) serving up some of Sydney’s best Vietnamese desserts. Specialising in che or sweet soups or puddings made with coconut, beans, fruit, jellies and more, this spot is a must for anyone with a sweet tooth or wanting dessert after dinner. Every dessert is made fresh daily from sticky rice balls in gingery syrup to flan-topped caramel che and coconut pandan jelly. Come along as we try some of the best sellers!
Top 5 Father's Day Savoury Pie Recipes
For Father's Day treat Dad to a hearty savoury pie! There's beef brisket pie with mushrooms and beer gravy which is perfect for traditionalists, while Jamaican patties offer a spicy, handheld option (and are a personal favourite). Butter chicken pies are a take on a family favourite and a beef bourguignonne pie delivers French comfort food. And if you're looking for something quick and satisfying, the chicken and leek pie with its scrunched filo topping is both easy and delicious.
Zurich Switzerland Hotel review
Zurich is Switzerland's financial and capital and is a lively and cosmopolitan Swiss city. Come along as we explore the city, try some of Zurich's most famous bratwursts (and learn how to eat them Swiss style), check into a Dadaesque maximalist hotel and dine at one of Zurich's fine dining restaurants!
Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe
This Dutch Baby recipe is the easiest way to cook pancakes ever! With simple ingredients and less than 5 minutes prep, this ingenious pancakes are baked rather than fried so they're great for a weekend breakfast or brunch or for Father's Day coming up. These puff up beautifully and are a great canvas for topping with sweet or savoury toppings. I'll share my neverfail Dutch Baby recipe with you!
Homemade Sausage Rolls Recipe
Learn how to make home made sausage rolls with juicy pork mince, parmesan and buttery puff pastry. Bakery style or party size, these sausage rolls are easy, juicy on the inside and crisp and buttery on the outside and inspired by classic Italian meatball flavours. I'll show you how to make full-sized bakery sausage rolls as well as bite-sized party sausage rolls so you can enjoy them any way you like. These are perfect for picnics or Father's Day coming up.
S'Wich, Surry Hills
Sydney's love affair with sandwiches shows no signs of slowing down and now Bondi favourite S'wich has landed in Surry Hills. Tucked into the new Wunderlich Lane precinct, this second store comes with some exclusive creations you won't find at the original. There's a crunchy, chilli-spiked S'wich Schnit to the wagyu-packed Le Boof and even a salad collab with a local Pilates studio. So is it worth making a detour for?
Tomato Pasta Recipe
This tomato pasta deserves a spot on everyone's dinner roster. It is so simple but delicious and is a cinch to make. This recipes comes from The FX show The Bear and is just made with the simplest ingredients: tinned San Marzano tomatoes, spaghetti, onion, basil and olive oil. Like the best recipes, this is more than just a sum of its parts. I'm also going to share a trick with you so that you can use any tinned tomatoes for this with the same result. This is a fantastic weeknight dinner and we cannot get enough of it here and have made it 4 times already in the last couple of weeks!
Gina, Barangaroo
Gina is Barangaroo's newest pasta bar, already buzzing just three weeks after opening. From house-made salami to inventive pastas that change every few days, the menu combines classic Italian flavours with clever twists. With 170 seats and a waterfront setting and some great signature cocktails there's a lot to like. Find out what is a must order when you visit.
Smothered Pork Chops in the Slow Cooker
This smothered pork chop recipe is a saucy delight. Tender pork chops are smothered or covered in a deliciously rich gravy that helps seal in the moisture. We cook them low and slow in the slow cooker until they're just falling apart. These are also suitable for the oven or stovetop too! Serve these delectable pork chops with buttery mashed potato.
Salt and Pepper Squid
This salt and pepper squid recipe produces the tenderest squid you will EVER eat. You will not believe how buttery tender the squid is when you eat it. This recipe is inspired by the Australian pub style salt and pepper squid - you won't have to leave your house again for this Aussie favourite!
Fluffy Golden Diner Pancake Recipe
These fluffy golden pancakes must be tried at least once! They're based on the famous Golden Diner Pancakes in Manhattan, New York and are unbelievably fluffy and light with an almost cupcake like texture. They come with an incredible honey maple butter sauce that has a secret ingredient that changes everything. I'll also show you the secret way to cook these to give them that perfectly smooth burnished finish that Golden Diner doesn't share. Try these iconic pancakes from the comfort of your own home!
Raffles Hotel Singapore Review
Raffles Singapore is one of the world's most iconic hotels and the jewel in the Raffles crown. Come along as we visited the venerated hotel after its second restoration and see what the new suites. We also test out the food offerings at the Butcher's Block, breakfast at the Tiffin Room and drinks at the Long Bar and the Writer's Room.
Top 5 Apple Cakes From Around The World
Apple cakes are universal and I've got 5 apple cakes from around the world for you! From rich, nutty Amish apple dapple cake with salted butterscotch sauce, to a kilo-packed Sicilian apple cake with rum-soaked raisins and nuts, these apple cakes span the globe. There's a quick and fluffy German apple cake with sunken sliced apples, Japan's apple packed "invisible" cake and Italy's stunning thousand layered apple cake made with just four simple ingredients.
Vietnam Airlines Premium Economy
Vietnam Airlines Premium Economy is a good option if you're wanting more legroom and an upgraded experience without paying for the business class option. Take a look at what premium economy is like on this 4 star airline and what special perk they have that cannot be beat!
Paris, France
Our time in Paris is very short and consists of less than 24 hours in the City of Lights. Although we checked into our hotel quite late and had to leave early we still had time for one meal: at the famous Le Relais de l'Entrecôte. So what is it like and is it worth the hype? And did we stay in a tiny Paris hotel? Oui oui!
Savoury Orange Recipes
Here are five delicious ways to cook with oranges in savoury dishes. Start with a crisp shaved fennel and orange salad or how about roasted beetroot salad that gets a lift from an orange and dill dressing? Sticky Chinese orange chicken is a restaurant classic while lamb ribs are slow roasted with orange, rosemary and ginger until they fall off the bone. And if you're after a real crowd-pleaser, honey orange roasted carrots with halloumi, spinach and almonds are a never fail.
San Sebastian Cheesecake
This San Sebastian Cheesecake is creamy, dreamy and so simple to make with just 6 ingredients. With a signature burnt top we add a bit more flavour to this by adding Vietnamese coffee to it! I promise if you love the original, you'll love this delicious coffee version with a coffee condensed milk sauce even more! All you need is 5 minutes prep to make this wonderful cheesecake.
Banh Cuon Kim Thanh, Bankstown
Banh Cuon Kim Thanh is a Vietnamese restaurant tucked away down the end of one of many little shopping arcades in Bankstown. Here you'll find a range of delicious banh cuon or rice flour roll cakes, offal porridge and crispy banh khot prawn cakes. All washed down with a strong Vietnamese iced coffee or tea! Get the lowdown on what to order here.
chicken-and-leek-pie
This chicken and leek pie recipe is so easy and made in one pan for less mess and cleaning up. The deliciously creamy chicken and leek filling is rich with flavours like mustard and capers and has a simple "scrunch" filo pastry topping that is so easy and effective. This pie feeds 6 (very satsified) people!
Lemon Madeleine Cakes
Madeleines are gorgeous little French butter cakes that are shaped like a shell or scallop. These gorgeous lemony madeleines have a zingy lemon flavour from plenty of lemon zest plus one secret ingredient that really gives it a lemon sherbetty quality. These madeleines are dipped in white chocolate with some edible flowers for a pretty detail. These lemon madeleine cakes last for a few days so they make a perfect gift!
Machiavelli, Sydney CBD
Machiavelli is a classic Italian restaurant that has been open for 37 years since 1988. It is a popular restaurant for politicians and business people to make deals, enjoy classic Italian dishes and a large wine list. The last time I ate at Machiavelli was so long ago that I can't even guess at the year. Back then I was having lunch with my crazy, paranoid boss and politician Kym Beazley was sitting across the room. It was during lunchtime and I was one of the few women in the room and everyone was suited up. I was struck by that but also by the very tasty traditional Italian food we were eating. Find out what it is like now.
Loaded Animal Fries
This Loaded or Animal Fries recipe is so easy and you won't have to leave the house to get your fix of delicious fries. If you want something that tastes just like it came from your favourite burger place, or if you have a sports party or need to feed teenagers then give these loaded fries a try! I promise that these will be a total hit!
Top 5 Kiwi Fruit Recipes
I love kiwi fruit and often we just eat golden kiwi fruit fresh but you can also cook with it. I'm not a huge eater of green kiwifruit preferring golden over green but green kiwis work great in recipes! Try a quick and easy microwave apple kiwi jam that comes together in minutes using just four ingredients. For something iconic, there's the classic pavlova topped with the holy trinity of pavlova fruit: strawberries, passionfruit and kiwifruit. Beat the heat with sweet summer popsicles made with Pimms, lemonade and fresh fruit, or whip up a coconut fruit flan with peaches, raspberries and kiwi fruit for a delicious take on the French tart. And if you're in the mood for a showstopper, my favourite French fruit tart is a custard-filled beauty topped with shiny, glazed fresh fruit.
Pistachio Lemon Syrup Cake
This lemon pistachio loaf cake recipe is simple but utterly delicious! Ground pistachios and almonds make up the base of this moist cake spiked with lemon zest. Then a fragrant, zingy lemon syrup is poured over the hot cake so that it is incredibly moist and stays that way for up to a week!