Lorraine Elliott

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Author · Publisher · Lover of food

Hello, I’m Lorraine.

I’m the Sydney-based creator of Not Quite Nigella. I cook, eat and collect stories from restaurant tables, home kitchens and places near and far.

I started Not Quite Nigella in 2007 and turned it into my full-time work. My memoir, Not Quite Nigella, was published by Penguin Books in 2013.

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Fra Diavolo Pasta - Spicy & Easy

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Fra Diavolo Pasta - Spicy & Easy

Fra diavolo pasta is a bold, spicy Italian-American pasta dish made with prawns, garlic, chilli and a rich tomato sauce that is ready in just 30 minutes. Save this easy spicy pasta recipe for a quick prep meal!

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Raspberry Jam - Easy No Pectin

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Raspberry Jam - Easy No Pectin

This small batch raspberry jam is quick to make and ideal for preserving or gifting. Made with three simple ingredients (raspberries, sugar and lemon juice) and no added pectin, it has a bright, true raspberry flavour and can be stored for up to 1 year.

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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts With Shallot Vinaigrette

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Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts With Shallot Vinaigrette

These Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts are crispy on the outside, tender in the middle and ready in just 12 minutes! Tossed in a simple shallot vinaigrette with sherry vinegar and mustard, they're an easy vegetable side dish that pairs with roast chicken, steak, pork or fish. If you think you don't like Brussels sprouts, this recipe might just change your mind! Save it for your next dinner.

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All Aboard! A Celestyal Cruises Review

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All Aboard! A Celestyal Cruises Review

We are setting sail on a Mediterranean cruise across Greece and Turkey with Celestyal Cruises! Come along on our 7 night adventure that takes us to Thessaloniki, Kavala, Istanbul, Dikili, Kusadasi and Patmos. I'll show you what this cruise line is like and what you need to know before booking a stateroom on the Celestyal Journey cruise ship. I also include tips on how to make the most of cruising with Celestyal Cruises!

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Isan Cuisine at Sumbaijai Thai Esan, Kogarah

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Isan Cuisine at Sumbaijai Thai Esan, Kogarah

Sumbaijai Thai Esan in Kogarah is a restaurant that serves Thai Isan or Esan food from the Northeastern region of Thailand. While their menu has all of the classics like Pad Thai, green curry, stir fries and soups, there's a separate page of items celebrating the punchy, fermented flavours of Isan food.

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The Art of Croissants: La Haute Croissanterie

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The Art of Croissants: La Haute Croissanterie

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour's La Haute Croissanterie offers up a range of house baked croissants filled with sweet and savoury fillings. We get a preview of an upcoming croissant class where you can learn the art of croissant making. And for Mother's Day there is a new flavour that utilises native ingredients. Come and read more about the work that goes into making each croissant and find out what the new flavour is!

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Iron Gate Kitchen

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Iron Gate Kitchen

Iron Gate Kitchen is the newest Iberian inspired restaurant in the Hunter Valley in Pokolbin set in a gorgeous Spanish style mansion. With an Iberian menu to match the Iron Gate Estate wines, come along to see what the food and space is like.

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Lemon Sorbet in A Lemon Amalfi Style

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Lemon Sorbet in A Lemon Amalfi Style

Cool, zesty and with a gorgeous presentation, this lemon sorbet is served inside real lemons for the perfect spring or summer dessert. Make it ahead of time and keep it in the freezer. Plus I've got tips to make a gorgeously smooth sorbet, even if you don't have an ice cream maker!

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Arcana & Alchemy at McRae Bar, Capella Sydney

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Arcana & Alchemy at McRae Bar, Capella Sydney

Looking to celebrate the festive season? Head to McRae bar at Capella Sydney for an elegant evening of cocktails and bar snacks. McRae bar has also just launched a brand new Arcana & Alchemy menu featuring 12 creative cocktails inspired by 12 Sydney buildings designed by the original building architect and namesake, George McRae. Find out more about it here and what snacks are available too.

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Satay Street at Lau Pa Sat, Singapore

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Satay Street at Lau Pa Sat, Singapore

Lau Pa Sat is a hawker centre in Singapore's CBD where skyscrapers meet the smoky aroma of satay street and a bustling indoor hawker centre. It is one of the most popular hawker centres in Singapore thanks to its location and historical Victorian era building. Find out more about satay street and how to navigate this very popular hawker centre.

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What To Eat At The Old Airport Hawker Centre, Singapore

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What To Eat At The Old Airport Hawker Centre, Singapore

Singapore's Hawker centres are icons of Singapore cultural with inexpensive stalls selling delicious meals. Singapore has 12 Hawker Centres in total and the most well known is probably Maxwell Road which is a popular tourist attraction. But if you're looking for delicious food that's full of locals, the Block 51 Old Airport Road Hawker Centre is one the most popular local favourites. You won't see many tourists here, just locals queuing for their favourite stall. I'll also share tips on how to make the most of your visit.

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Matcha Cafe Chubby Cubby, Haymarket

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Matcha Cafe Chubby Cubby, Haymarket

Chubby Cubby is a cute little cafe that sells a range of high quality matcha drinks, coffee and hojicha. Along with drinks there are also open sandwiches on Japanese Shokupan bread. Find out what is a must order here at Chubby Cubby Cafe.

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Ortigia and Noto: A Sicilian Love Affair

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Ortigia and Noto: A Sicilian Love Affair

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!

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Oysters With Ginger & Lime Dressing - Easy

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Oysters With Ginger & Lime Dressing - Easy

These fresh oysters are topped with a simple but delicious ginger and lime dressing that takes just minutes to make. This light, sweet dressing brings out the natural brininess of the oysters and makes for a lovely change from a classic mignonette. Ideal for entertaining, New Year's eve or a cocktail party. Plus I'll share a tip for serving them too!

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The Ultimate Breakfast Burrito Recipe - Easy!

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The Ultimate Breakfast Burrito Recipe - Easy!

Start your day with these easy Breakfast Burritos. Packed with melty, cheesy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon or chorizo, golden hash browns and creamy guacamole, they're a filling, high-protein breakfast that's totally portable!

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Mexican Chicken Tinga In The Slow Cooker - Healthy

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Mexican Chicken Tinga In The Slow Cooker - Healthy

This easy Mexican chicken tinga recipe is a weeknight winner! Shredded chicken is slow cooked in a smoky tomato and chipotle sauce, then piled into tacos or crispy tostadas. Healthy, high in protein and perfect for meal prep.

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Just Opened - Il Baretto, Newtown

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Just Opened - Il Baretto, Newtown

Popular Italian restaurant Il Baretto has opened up a new branch in Newtown on King Street focusing more on takeaway pasta dishes and quick bites. Find out what is on the menu and what is a must order!

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Bread and Butter Pudding - Restaurant Quality Recipe

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Bread and Butter Pudding - Restaurant Quality Recipe

This restaurant quality bread and butter pudding is pure comfort. Made with buttery sourdough, a rich vanilla custard, currants and sultanas, it's baked until luscious and then finished with a toasty bruleed sugar topping. It is a perfect make ahead dessert to serve with vanilla ice cream and the recipe came from a chef that was kind enough to share the recipe with me.

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A 3 Tier Seafood Feast With Opera House Views: Cruise Bar, Circular Quay

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A 3 Tier Seafood Feast With Opera House Views: Cruise Bar, Circular Quay

Soak up Sydney Harbour views at Cruise Bar and Restaurant with cocktails and a show stopping three tier Grande Cruise seafood platter with oysters, lobster, calamari and scallop mousse stuffed zucchini flowers all enjoyed with the perfect view of the Sydney Opera House.

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Flaminia, Sydney

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Flaminia, Sydney

Flaminia at Pullman Quay Grand Hotel brings the Pilu family to Circular Quay with an Italian port inspired menu. There's fresh seafood, a stunning raw bar and fantastic Sydney Harbour Bridge Views. Get the lowdown on the menu and what to order here.

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Biscoff Hot Cross Buns

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Biscoff Hot Cross Buns

These Biscoff Hot Cross Buns are a delicious twist on the classic Easter favourite - warmly spiced, studded with white chocolate and generously filled with Biscoff, then finished with a crisp toffee‑brûlée top. I've based them on my bakery‑style tangzhong hot cross buns so they stay impossibly soft and fluffy, making them a lovely way to celebrate Easter.

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Rice Pudding With Cooked Rice - Creamy!

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Rice Pudding With Cooked Rice - Creamy!

Got leftover rice? Make this easy rice pudding recipe with cooked rice! Creamy, comforting and ready in 20 minutes and made with milk, vanilla and sugar. This is an affordable and no waste dessert that's perfect served warm or cold.

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Easy Baked Pears With Streusel

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Easy Baked Pears With Streusel

This baked pears recipe is simple and unfancy but absolutely gloriously good. Fresh pears are topped with a buttery streusel and then baked until lusciously tender. With around 5 minutes active prep time and using simple ingredients and seasonal fruit. Learn how to make baked pears with this simple recipe.

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Papalote, Newcastle: Come Hungry, Leave Planning Your Return

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Papalote, Newcastle: Come Hungry, Leave Planning Your Return

Looking for a new and notable place to eat in Newcastle? Papalote is all about real Mexican flavours. Find out what is a must order and why this Mexican restaurant and agave bar is one of Newcastle's hottest new dining spots. Save this for your next foodie road trip!

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Kingston Peach Bake - Viral Recipe!

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Kingston Peach Bake - Viral Recipe!

This easy Kingston Peach Bake is the ultimate lazy dessert! Just 2 main ingredients and 25 minutes turn Kingston biscuits and tinned peaches into a warm, gooey pudding with a delicious caramel sauce. Perfect with vanilla ice cream. I'll also show you some delicious variations to make including one that I think tastes even better!

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Oui Oui! L'Entrecôte de Paris

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Oui Oui! L'Entrecôte de Paris

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!

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Halloween Pumpkin Devilled Eggs

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Halloween Pumpkin Devilled Eggs

These Halloween Devilled Eggs are cute, spooky and super delicious! Filled with a curried mayonnaise mixture, they're easy to make and great for parties. We turn them into little mini pumpkins for Halloween. Just a warning though: these are popular so make more than you think you'll need!

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Pad Kra Pao Thai Stir Fry (Easy!)

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Pad Kra Pao Thai Stir Fry (Easy!)

This Pad Kra Pao recipe is such a delicious, easy and affordable Thai dinner. Ground meat or mince is stir fried with garlic, chillies and Thai basil to create a delicious, fragrant and moreish dish - once you try it, you'll be hooked! Learn how to make Pad Kra Pao in less than 20 minutes.

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Letra House Sydney, Hidden Spanish Dining by Neon Pink Light

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Letra House Sydney, Hidden Spanish Dining by Neon Pink Light

Follow the neon pink angel to get to Letra, the hidden away Spanish subterranean restaurant and bar with a cosy vibe. Letra House is named after its historic 1860s heritage building, which previously housed the Sydney headquarters of the London based Letraset typography company. The menu features Spanish food and drinks with some standout dishes.

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Just Opened - Krung Thai Restaurant & Bar, Sydney

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Just Opened - Krung Thai Restaurant & Bar, Sydney

Sydney is full of Thai restaurants but Krung is a decidedly different proposition hidden away behind a velvet curtain of Pitt Street in the city. It has a dark seductive club bar vibe and a chef formerly of Chat Thai. And if you're a Pad Thai lover, you're in luck!

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The Sweet Life at Queens Pastri House, Ramsgate

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The Sweet Life at Queens Pastri House, Ramsgate

Queen's Pastri House is a cafe and bakery in Ramsgate. There are a range of unique pastries, cakes and creations and this month they have a rather special croissant. Find out what that flavour is and what it is like (and whether it is worth a trip!).

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The Chocolate Express at Maison Cailler, Switzerland

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The Chocolate Express at Maison Cailler, Switzerland

Did you know that in Switzerland you can catch a train called the Chocolate Express that will deposit you at a chocolate factory that's like a mini Disneyland for chocolate with unlimited chocolate tastings? Come along we explore Maison Cailler, a Swiss chocolate brand that you can only find in Switzerland and produces a unique type of chocolate.

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Tiramisu Latte Recipe + Video - Cafe Dupe

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Tiramisu Latte Recipe + Video - Cafe Dupe

Start your day right with this with a creamy tiramisu latte at home (or in the office). This quick 5 minute recipe tastes just like your favourite classic Italian coffee dessert - at a fraction of the price!

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Comte Gougeres Cheese Puffs Recipe

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Comte Gougeres Cheese Puffs Recipe

These Comté gougères - little French choux puffs - are delightfully light and collapse into a cloud of cheesy happiness when you bite into them; perfect for Christmas or any cocktail party. This is a pushy recipe, Dear Reader.

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MasterChef Magic at Ogni, Surry Hills

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MasterChef Magic at Ogni, Surry Hills

Ogni is a a South East Asian restaurant on Devonshire Street in Surry Hills helmed by two MasterChef alums Sarah Tiong and Rashedul Hasan. They serve up creative dishes like butter chicken papardelle, beef short rib rendang or a soy caramel mille feuille. And the generous serves and bill is a nice surprise too!

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Tomato Soup - Healthy & Easy

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Tomato Soup - Healthy & Easy

This creamy tomato soup tastes just like classic Campbell's - but better. Ultra smooth, lightly sweet and comforting it can be made with passata or fresh tomatoes. Perfect with grilled cheese sandwiches.

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Discovering Worn Out Wares, Singleton, Hunter Valley

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Discovering Worn Out Wares, Singleton, Hunter Valley

Worn Out Wares is a florist and cafe halfway between Sydney and Wilderluxe Lake Keepit in the Hunter Valley town of Singleton. It's the perfect place to stop on the way to and from North West NSW from Sydney. Find out what is a must order on the menu and why it's worth stopping at.

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Lune Croissanterie Rosebery Review: Sydney's Top Croissants

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Lune Croissanterie Rosebery Review: Sydney's Top Croissants

The hotly anticipated Lune Croissanterie has arrived in Sydney! Lune are known for their picture perfect croissants and monthly specials that encourage people to keep coming back. Come along as we visit the new Rosebery store to see what the pastries are like. Find out what to order and what the monthly specials are like!

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How To Make Chicago Style Hot Dogs At Home - Easy!

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How To Make Chicago Style Hot Dogs At Home - Easy!

Make an authentic Chicago Style Hot Dog at home with an all-beef frankfurter, poppyseed bun and all the classic toppings. This easy recipe includes all of the classic Chicago Hot Dog trimmings of mustard, onion, tomato, pickle, relish, peppers and celery salt.

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Strawberry Trifle Recipe

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Strawberry Trifle Recipe

Strawberry trifle is a delicious, make-ahead dessert for summer when berries are at their peak. I pile in about 1 kilogram (2.2 lb) of fresh strawberries, layering them with sponge cake, silky custard and whipped cream, then finish with a generous grating of white chocolate.

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Bali's Bucket List - Rock Bar and After Rock, Bali

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Bali's Bucket List - Rock Bar and After Rock, Bali

Rock Bar Bali is on the bucket list for many travellers. Over the years it has changed and expanded so that it can accommodate demand for the cliffside sunset bar. So what is it like now? And how do you score a coveted table at the Round Deck? We also take a peek into After Rock, the late night bar designed to be a flow on bar after Rock Bar closes at midnight.

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Classic Pear and Vanilla Jam

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Classic Pear and Vanilla Jam

This Pear Jam recipe is a wonderful way to preserve pears long into the year. Pears and vanilla make a wonderful combination of flavours and this simple jam requires just 3-4 ingredients from pears (obviously haha!), sugar, lemon juice and vanilla. It doesn't require macerating the fruit and the jam cooks in around 30 minutes!

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Easy Pistachio Tiramisu Recipe with Amaretto & Mascarpone

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Easy Pistachio Tiramisu Recipe with Amaretto & Mascarpone

This pistachio tiramisu is a delicious, make-ahead dessert that's wonderfully simple to assemble - ideal for entertaining when you want to be mostly free on the day. Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a light pistachio‑mascarpone cream mellow overnight, so all you need to do is finish and serve. Trust me, Dear Reader, it's worth the wait.

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Just Opened - Sangcuary, Stanmore

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Just Opened - Sangcuary, Stanmore

Sydney is having a love affair with sandwiches with new sandwich stores opening frequently. One of these is Sangcuary by the team at Pantry Story in Stanmore. The proposition here is all about Asian style sandwiches with Asian ingredients and flavours that reflect the owners and their Indonesian background.

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Blueberry Muffins Bakery Style

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Blueberry Muffins Bakery Style

Make perfect bakery style blueberry muffins with this easy, one bowl recipe - no mixer required. These muffins are soft, fluffy and full of juicy blueberries that stay perfectly suspended (never sinking or turning to mush). I'm sharing my secrets to getting golden, soft blueberry muffins every time.

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The Sea Life at Lake Macquarie

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The Sea Life at Lake Macquarie

Lake Macquarie is a favourite summer holiday destination but there is also plenty to do during winter with the lake as a backdrop. From gorgeous waterfront restaurants that serve up delicious seafood, high end wagyu or vegan spreads, to night-time paddles in clear, illuminated kayaks to sitting in a hammock on board a 49 foot yacht and staying in a luxe bungalow, Lake Macquarie has a surprise at every turn.

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Kingston Biscuits Cookies Recipe

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Kingston Biscuits Cookies Recipe

Kingston Biscuits or Cookies are a favourite biscuit or cookie in Australia but did you know that you can make these at home too? When you bake homemade Kingston biscuits you can use good quality milk chocolate and browned butter and vanilla to make them even more special! And they're easy too - think a cousin of the ANZAC biscuit sandwiched with milk chocolate! This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader.

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MMC Slice in Marrickville

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MMC Slice in Marrickville

MMC Slice Shoppe is the slice‑focused spin‑off of My Mother's Cousin, tucked into an industrial corner of Marrickville. Expect very generous slices, a kitschy 80s-90s soundtrack and a mix of classic round pies and deep‑dish square slices. So, what's it like?

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Neapolitan Pizza Recipe For Pizza Oven

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Neapolitan Pizza Recipe For Pizza Oven

I am SO excited to share my Neapolitan pizza recipe with you. After much testing back and forth and many, many pizza parties, I've got a reliable and spectacular Napoli pizza dough! I'll go through every step with you from the flour, fermentation and shaping. And then of course the toppings where I share a Margarita pizza recipe with you! If you have a pizza oven, this is a pushy recipe Dear Reader!

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Alma Resort, Cam Ranh, Vietnam: Does This Resort Have Everything?

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Alma Resort, Cam Ranh, Vietnam: Does This Resort Have Everything?

Alma Resort Cam Ranh is a resort in Vietnam that is so huge that it is like a city in itself. Spread across 30 hectares of ocean front land it has almost 600 rooms, 12 pools and 6 restaurants and their own food court and mini mart. Last year it also won the #9 resort in the world and the #1 best resort in South East Asia. Come along as we stay in one of the ocean front pavilions and try what the resort has to offer.

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Che Thien An: Vietnamese Desserts in Bankstown

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Che Thien An: Vietnamese Desserts in 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!

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Kimcheese Focaccia Recipe

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Kimcheese Focaccia Recipe

Kimchi, cheese and focaccia together? YES! This delicious kimcheese focaccia is a brilliant, unexpected mash‑up of Korean heat and gooey cheese tucked into light, airy Italian focaccia - inspired by a cult‑favourite bakery bake, but easy enough to make at home and perfect for sharing.

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Lamb Shoulder Rolled Porchetta Style - Slow Roasted

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Lamb Shoulder Rolled Porchetta Style - Slow Roasted

This lamb shoulder porchetta is the ultimate showstopping roast for Easter or special occasions. A boneless lamb shoulder is rolled with an aromatic mix of fennel, rosemary, sage, garlic and lemon then slow roasted until tender. It is perfect to make-ahead the day before. Juicy, flavour packed and easier than it looks, this lamb porchetta is perfect for entertaining and I'll give you tips on making it super easy!

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Cheese & Ham Pastries - Gluten Free, High protein, Lower Carb

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Cheese & Ham Pastries - Gluten Free, High protein, Lower Carb

These crispy ham and cheese pastries use rice paper instead of traditional pastry. Filled with layers of ham, Swiss cheese, Dijon mustard and green onions, the rice paper is rolled, coiled and pan fried until golden and crisp on the outside while the cheese melts inside. With around 36g of protein per pastry and just a handful of ingredients, they are a simple breakfast, brunch or snack idea. They are also gluten free and lower carb.

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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake (Moist, Zingy!)

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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake (Moist, Zingy!)

This Lemon Poppy seed Cake recipe is all about zingy, lemony flavours enveloped in a deliciously moist cake. This simple cake is decorated with a simple powdered or icing sugar frosting and edible flowers. When you're looking for a simple, single layer cake that looks a bit special but doesn't take a lot of time, this lemon poppy seed cake is it!

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Authentic Gnocco Fritto Recipe (Italian Fried Dough)

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Authentic Gnocco Fritto Recipe (Italian Fried Dough)

Learn how to make Gnocco Fritto, the delicious pillows of Italian fried bread from Emilia Romagna. Perfect with prosciutto and cheese. I'll also show you how to get your Gnocco Fritto puffy every single time - plus a bonus parmesan bechamel filling recipe.

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Sugo, Bexley North

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Sugo, Bexley North

Sugo is the newest pasta bar is the latest restaurant from the trio behind My Mother's Cousin in Bexley and Self Raised bakery shoppe in Carlton. Sugo is all about big, comforting plates of pasta and chicken parm. Find out what to order and whether this new Sydney pasta spot is worth the visit.

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Inside The Bristol: A Hidden Greek Feast & Rooftop Bar

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Inside The Bristol: A Hidden Greek Feast & Rooftop Bar

From the outside the Bristol Arms looks like a traditional pub but inside on the ground floor, there is a fantastic Greek restaurant by one of Sydney's best Greek chefs. On the top floor is a rooftop bar with a view of King Street Wharf plus a sexy, darkly lit bar on the second level. Come along as we have a look at what is inside!

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Warm Piedmont Bagna Cauda Dip

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Warm Piedmont Bagna Cauda Dip

Bagna Cauda is a wonderful, old‑fashioned dip from Italy's Piedmont - simple to make with just a handful of ingredients and best served warm with crunchy crudités. There are countless versions, but this is the one my family asks for: anchovy‑and‑garlic forward, deliciously umami and unapologetically bold, so it's not for the faint‑hearted.

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Siem Reap in a Spoonful: Eat, Drink, Repeat

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Siem Reap in a Spoonful: Eat, Drink, Repeat

If you think you know Siem Reap, think again - this city serves adventure on a plate. From a breakfast of congee at the FCC Angkor Boutique Hotel to tasting Cambodian chocolate in a Temple of Chocolate to sipping exotic liqueurs and hunting street food treasures served on lotus leaves Siem Reap never disappoints. Come along to see what we ate, drank and saw!

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