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Granola bars
Image By China Squirrel Abstract Packed with oats, flaxseeds and chia seeds, to get the full effect of these healthy gluten-free breakfast bars, dip in chocolate.
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Lemon meringue kisses
Image By China Squirrel Abstract A good kiss should be soft on the lips, tingle the tongue and leave you wanting another. Be prepared to fall in love with these meringue kisses. They've stolen our...
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Black sesame pancakes
Image By Natsuko Kuwahara Abstract Think delicious black sesame paste stirred through fluffy pancake batter. Umm, yum! Or in the words of Natsuko Kuwahara's dog Kipple: “Geez, cutlery. How I long for...
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Ume juice
Image By Natsuko Kuwahara Abstract Like her pet dog Kipple, Natsuko’s a keen baker and often pairs her fresh treats with a drink, in this case, ume juice made from preserved Japanese or regular plums....
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Baharat-spiced tofu with zucchini hummus and quinoa
Image By Brett Sargent Abstract Not known for being particularly flavoursome, tofu takes on new light when paired with Middle Eastern spices. A relatively simple dish (albeit, sporting a...
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Spanish-style stuffed calamari with romesco sauce
Image By Brett Sargent Abstract Calamari tends to get a bad rap for being tough and chewy. This owes more to poor handling than anything else. When bought fresh (never buy pre-sliced rings), and...
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Miso-grilled salmon with soba noodles
Image By Brett Sargent Abstract It's time to start mingling with miso. The Japanese staple ingredient pairs well with so many flavours and simply needs the right balance of flavour to make is shine....
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Vietnamese barbecued spatchcock with stir-fried green beans
Image By Brett Sargent Abstract Weighing in at little more than half a kilo each, spatchcocks, or baby chickens, make the perfect size meal for two. They're even better if you like cooking and eating...
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Flathead tacos
Image By Matthew Evans Abstract This is a great, messy, spicy dish that is suited well to the barbecue and outdoor eating. Soft tortillas encase spiced fish and a lively pico de gallo salsa (which...
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Yoghurt and raspberry cake with elderflower syrup
Image By Matthew Evans Abstract This is a variation on a Greek-inspired yoghurt cake I’ve been making for some years. The raspberries tend to sink into the batter a bit as the cake rises, which is...
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Garden peas, cauliflower, almonds, lemon
Image By George Calombaris Abstract You may have heard of the saying ‘when it rains pumpkins, make soup and gently sell it’. Well in the same spirit I say when peas are in season, make this salad....
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Grilled calamari, watermelon, olives, goat’s curd, crispy vine leaves
Image By George Calombaris Abstract Throughout my career I’ve heard so many old wives’ tales about cooking. I’ve been told to add oil to pasta water so the pasta won’t stick. I’ve been told to add...
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Cypriot keftedes
Image By Mary Calombaris Abstract I used to make these often, especially when George was little. They’re really nice served simply with a rice pilaf, chips and salad, or bottom of the salad oils and...
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Hellenic mess
Image By George Calombaris Abstract This dish pays homage to the financial situation in Greece. We all know it’s a mess. In saying that, there are two things that no one can take away from the Greeks:...
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Grilled fish with Provencal tomatoes and olives
Image By Phoebe Lapine Abstract This recipe is a super simple weeknight fish to whip up. It's packed with Provencal flavor with tomatoes, olives, garlic and capers. I use my mother’s method of...
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Portuguese kale soup
Image By Phoebe Lapine Abstract Between the sausage, potatoes, beans and kale, this soup covers all the food groups and is hearty enough to constitute a meal all on its own - See more at:
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Salmon, kale and quinoa bowls with tahini sauce
Image By Phoebe Lapine Abstract For even more healthy protein and omega-3s in this dish, you can add a tablespoon of hemp seeds to the quinoa, which will blend right in. The salad keeps really well as...
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Thai peanut chia pudding
Image By Phoebe Lapine Abstract The nice thing about chia pudding is that the seeds benefit from hydrating overnight. They also pack a crazy amount of nutrients in a very small package, so you don’t...
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The Hello Kitty cupcake
Image By Jen Lo Abstract Crafted by baking dynamo Jen Lo of Bakedown Cakery, the Hello Kitty cupcake is a sweet mix of fruity and floral notes. It may look like your average (read: super cute)...
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Sweepstake cookies
Image By China Squirrel Abstract Take your Melbourne Cup sweepstake to sweet new heights with these cute iced cookies. The bikkie batch will give you more than you need to number each race horse, so...
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