Salat Bangkea Kampouchea – Cambodian Prawn Salad
Recipe Wayne Good, Images Ashlee Decaires I’ve had many wonderful culinary experiences in Asia, some of the best being in Cambodia. Their cuisine, to me, takes the best of Vietnamese, with a bit of Chinese thrown in for good measure. This salad was a salad I have particularly enjoyed making many times, as it is […]
Courgette and Fish Curry
Both lemon and salt add a depth of favour to this very simple recipe. You can omit the fish and serve the courgette curry alongside a stir- fried chicken dish and rice. SERVES 4 2 tbsp butter 400g firm white fish fillets, boneless 1 tbsp olive oil 2 shallots, finely sliced 1⁄2 tsp ground turmeric […]
Courgette and Noodle Salad
Words and Images by Kathy Patterson The incredibly versatile courgette often gets a bad rap as being a bit tasteless, but if you take a closer look, they are pretty wonderful. Eaten raw (my personal favourite), cooked until just bite-tender or slow-cooked in olive oil and finished with a few good squeezes of lemon juice […]
Summertime Gazpacho with Basil Oil
Recipes Ian harrison, Sugo. Images Brydie Thompson Summertime Gazpacho with Basil Oil The trick to making this the best is using the best produce you can get. The farmers market must be the best place for these treats. You don’t want a strong olive oil for the basil oil because it will steal from […]
Courgette and Garlic Risotto with garden herbs and lemon
Recipes by Ian Harrison from Sugo, Images by Brydie Thompson Courgette and Garlic Risotto with garden herbs and lemon A yummy summer risotto that everyone will love. The courgette flowers you should find at any good farmer’s market. The better the extra virgin olive oil you use – the better the dish will taste […]
SAVOURY CORN PANCAKES
Loosely inspired by Indian dosa, these gluten free savoury pancakes filled with chaat masala potatoes and a quick, fresh chutney work for brunch, lunch or a light dinner. Chaat masala is a mild Indian spice mix that includes dried mango powder (amchoor), which adds a refreshing sourness. It can be found pre-packaged at Indian grocers. […]
Quinoa Carrot Bowls with Lemon Sesame Dressing
Words and images by Emma Galloway It is at this time of year when we all start to crave something fresh, but the weather might not be quite warm enough to warrant fully raw salads just yet. That’s when lightly cooked salad bowls come into their own. Just enough freshness but still nourishing and warming […]
Garden greens and ricotta gnudi with sage butter sauce
We make this often, as our garden gifts us with an abundance of leafy greens all year round. Any greens will do, but make sure you have the equivalent of about 2 bunches of silverbeet, as they will shrink down once cooked. Serves 4-6 Leafy greens, thicker stems removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 […]
Poaching an Egg – Harriet’s How To
Words Harriet Boucher, Images Brydie Thompson As a chef, people are always asking me for cooking tips. One of the most common queries is how to poach eggs. So, to start off the ‘Harriet’s How To’ segment, I am going to dive right into world renowned chefs’ take on perfect poachies. I was taught by […]
Rårakor Akvavit Gravlax with Crème Fraîche
Recipe SCOTT’S EPICUREAN | Images ASHLEE DECAIRES One of our more popular dishes, Rårakor are Swedish potato pancakes, similar to rösti. Akvavit (also known as aquavit) is a Scandinavian spirit flavoured with a distinctive hint of caraway and dill among the herbs and spices. You’ll need to allow at least two days to cure […]