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Taiwanese fried chicken
Image By Kirsten Jenkins Abstract With the arrival of popular Taipei chain Hot Star Large Fried Chicken, Sydney and Melbourne are in the grip of a Taiwanese fried chicken frenzy. Originating in...
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Southern fried chicken
Image By Kirsten Jenkins Abstract America’s south offers rich pickings for fried chicken, where there are as many recipes for this Sunday favourite as there are cooks. Marinating the chicken in...
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Kotopoulo tiganito
Image By Kirsten Jenkins Abstract Vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean add a Greek accent to this comfort food dish. The Greeks are the masters of succulent, marinated meats, and this chicken is...
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Mandarin and ginger brulee
Image By Phoebe Wood Abstract Crack through the crisp golden shell to reveal a creamy, citrusy custard subtly flavoured with ginger.
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Poppy seed meringue with orange cream and caramel oranges
Image By Phoebe Wood Abstract A wintery take on the classic British Eton mess, this highly-textured dessert is layered with poppy seed meringue, fruity mascarpone and caramel-coated orange segments.
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Lemon eclairs
Image By Phoebe Wood Abstract These choux pastries are filled with lemon curd, dipped in lemon icing and topped with candied zest.
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Prawn and buckwheat risotto with grain mustard and tarragon
Image By Martin Benn Abstract This is a modified version of the recipe that appears in my cookbook, Sepia. I’ve simplified some of the steps and techniques so that you can replicate the dish at home...
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Fish pie
Image By Nick Haddow Abstract It can be as simple or as complicated as you like, but a good fish pie is right at the pointy end of the comfort food pyramid for me. It must have a mashed potato crust...
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Spaghetti with clams and garlic
Image By Nick Haddow Abstract As we were sailing into St Helens, a couple of scruffy fellas in a bashed-up tinnie, motored up alongside us and handed up a wet hessian sack before speeding off again....
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Slippery Bob
Image By Ross O'Meara Abstract Slippery Bob is extracted from the Colonies and Ships Commerce English and Australian cookery book. The method is copied straight from the book – spelling and all. It’s...
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Scallops with lentils and spinach
Image By Ross O'Meara Abstract We didn’t get any scallops on the trip. Which is why I am writing a recipe because they're one of my favourite types of seafood. I like to use the scallops with the roe...
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Saffron, mascarpone and leatherwood cheesecake
Image By Nick Haddow Abstract Making desert on the boat seemed extra special for some reason. Normally, by the end of a day's sailing, we were exhausted and a block of chocolate and a nip of whisky...
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Walnut, caper and thyme tapenade
Image By Kate Olsson Abstract This tapenade is a fabulous appetiser on a piece of crunchy toasted bread, and is the perfect companion to goat and mixed milk cheeses.
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Vanilla and saffron poached pears
Image By Kate Olsson Abstract A simple, elegant and gently spiced accompaniment that can be prepared days in advance and lift your cheese plate to the next level.
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Pear mostarda
Image By Kate Olsson Abstract A piquant sweet-and-spicy condiment that is the perfect match for buttery sheep’s milk cheeses like pecorino. For a sweeter flavour, try adding some rehydrated dried figs...
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Eggplant and miso dip
Image By Nic Wong Abstract This is a great recipe for a picnic as it puts a unique twist on a traditional dip and is sure to be a favourite! It's a versatile dish - not only is it easy to show but it...
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Roasted red capsicum dip
Image By Maria Benardis Abstract Roasted red capsicums are a staple of the Greek kitchen. Served with crusty bread, this dip works well as a snack or as part of a mezze platter.
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Hummus with spiced lamb (hummus b'lahmeh)
Image By Phoebe Wood Abstract Versions of this comforting dish are made throughout the Middle East.
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Coriander pesto with veggie chip dippers
Image By Lola Berry Abstract This pesto recipe is perfect for people with both dairy and nut allergies, and works really well with basil, too. Try it with all sorts of chippies made from root...
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Sesame noodles (ma jiang mian)
Image By Phoebe Wood Abstract A favourite street food in Taiwan, these cold sesame noodles are similar to versions of the Sichuan noodle dish, dan dan mian. The Taiwanese interpretation uses wheat...
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