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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Savouring Kavala wines, ruins and kourabiedes

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Savouring Kavala wines, ruins and kourabiedes

It's Day 2 of our Mediterranean cruise and the Celestyal Journey cruise ship arrives at Kavala in Northern Greece. Kavala is famous for Philippi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major archaeological site with ruins of temples, forum and a theatre. We also stop off at a winery and eat some of Kavala's most famous exports: kourabiedes or Greek almond biscuits and partake of the cruise ship's fine dining restaurant! So what is the food like and is Kavala worth a stop?

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Cornflake Cookies Recipe - Chewy & Crunchy Classic

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Cornflake Cookies Recipe - Chewy & Crunchy Classic

These unassuming Cornflake Cookies are an Australian classic! Chewy in the centre, crunchy on the outside and made with simple ingredients, they're the perfect balance of texture and flavour. Easy to bake and always a crowd-pleaser. Plus tips to make the best ones yet!

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Pistachio Ice Cream - Real Sicilian Flavour

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Pistachio Ice Cream - Real Sicilian Flavour

This homemade pistachio ice cream tastes just like the pistachio gelato I ate across Sicily-full of real pistachios and a silky custard base. No artificial green here, just true flavour!

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Easy Oven Baked Glazed Salmon

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Easy Oven Baked Glazed Salmon

This hoi sin glazed salmon is juicy, luscious and bursting with flavour. A quick 20 minute recipe with no marinating needed it is perfect for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for guests. Serve with a grain salad or vegetables for a truly unforgettable dinner!

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District 1 Stay: Fusion Original Saigon Centre, Ho Chi Minh City

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District 1 Stay: Fusion Original Saigon Centre, Ho Chi Minh City

The Fusion Original Saigon Centre is one of the best located hotels in Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon located right within one of Saigon's most upmarket shopping centres with a Takashimaya department store and a wide and varied food court, Royce Japanese chocolate and McDonalds. And if you love shopping, spa or need to check in early or check out late then you need to know all about the new offering; The Nest on the hotel's 15th floor.

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Soft, Chewy Amaretti Cookies

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Soft, Chewy Amaretti Cookies

Amaretti Cookies are one of the easiest cookies or biscuits and are made with egg white, almonds and sugar. These soft, chewy Italian cookies with the beautiful cracked icing sugar appearance are quick to make for when you want something satisfying and delicious. My version is filled with cherries and almonds for an extra crunch. They're also gluten free and I share a Thermomix recipe too which is super quick! This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader.

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Chocolate Mousse Recipe (like Amelie's)

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Chocolate Mousse Recipe (like Amelie's)

This incredible chocolate mousse recipe was inspired by the chocolate mousse at Amelie restaurant in London. A rich, chocolatey mousse is topped with toasted pistachios and almonds, chocolate shavings, chocolate crumbs, honey, olive oil and salt. It tastes divine with a crunchy topping and a silky, light chocolate mousse. Better still, it's easy to make and is made the night before so it's great to serve at a party. And I share my secret and unique method for making the smoothest chocolate mousse!

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Pizza Garlic Bread - Easy, 15 Minutes!

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Pizza Garlic Bread - Easy, 15 Minutes!

Pizza meets garlic bread in this ridiculously easy Pizza Garlic Bread! Crunchy garlic butter bread is topped with pizza sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, red onion and olives, then finished with a drizzle of hot honey. It takes just 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to bake.

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Candy Cane Baos Recipe

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Candy Cane Baos Recipe

If you're after a Christmas appetiser that's as adorable as it is delicious, these Candy Cane Steamed Baos are the one. I've included a Chinese BBQ pork version and a super-easy vegan filling so everyone can help themselves and pull a bao straight off the candy cane. This is a bit of a pushy recipe, Dear Reader.

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Oysters Kilpatrick - Chef Recipe

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Oysters Kilpatrick - Chef Recipe

I'm sharing the recipe for the best Oysters Kilpatrick! Fresh oysters are topped with a rich, spicy tomato sauce and crispy guanciale for an unforgettable restaurant style starter. If you think you don't like Oysters Kilpatrick, this recipe might just change your mind (it did mine!).

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Kimpton Margot Sydney: A Luxury Hotel Where Dogs Stay Free

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Kimpton Margot Sydney: A Luxury Hotel Where Dogs Stay Free

Looking for a truly pet friendly hotel in Sydney? The Kimpton Margot Sydney is located in the city and welcomes dogs of all sizes (and more exotic pets!) with free pet stays, dog beds and bowls. Come along as we visit the rooftop bar, nearby parks and enjoy complimentary happy hour cocktails and everything else the hotel has to offer.

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Issho Cafe Tokyo Dessert House

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Issho Cafe Tokyo Dessert House

Issho Cafe Tokyo Dessert House is the new Japanese-style cafe from the team behind Mango Coco, and it's impossible to walk past without peering in at those gleaming cakes. The menu balances sweet and savoury - think strawberry-and-cream domes, kakigori shave ice and French toast alongside light, delicious soufflé pancakes (yes, there are savoury ones topped with chicken katsu). So, is it worth the detour?

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Dubai Chocolate Chocolate Strawberries

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Dubai Chocolate Chocolate Strawberries

These chocolate‑strawberry cups are utterly delicious and surprisingly simple - each glass hides over a whole punnet of strawberries layered with warm, liquid Nutella and crunchy toasted pistachio kataifi. It's a little bit of a pushy recipe, Dear Reader, but perfect for Valentine's Day.

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Blood Orange Cake with Naturally Pink Buttercream - Super Moist!

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Blood Orange Cake with Naturally Pink Buttercream - Super Moist!

This blood orange cake is soft, moist and packed with fresh blood orange juice and zest, then topped with a naturally pink blood orange buttercream. I'll also show you how to extend blood orange season so you can make this cake all year round. It's an easy seasonal cake that keeps beautifully moist for days.

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24 York, Sydney

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24 York, Sydney

24 York is a brand new steak restaurant in Sydney's CBD that only has one thing on the menu: steak frites. Come along as we test out what it is like and how it compares to the famed Parisian steak restaurant Le Relais de l'Entrecôte!

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Hongdae Pocha, Chippendale

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Hongdae Pocha, Chippendale

Hongdae Pocha is a brand new Korean Pocha restaurant in Sydney's Chippendale. Pochas are casual Korean street food stalls that serve late night comfort food and drinks. This restaurant has all of that plus a whole Korean fried chicken with two sauces, hash browns with beef tartare and a ramen fried rice. Come along and find out all about the must orders at Hongdae Pocha.

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Mango Sorbet Recipe

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Mango Sorbet Recipe

This mango sorbet is the simplest way to use up ripe mangoes - just three ingredients and ready in under five minutes. It tastes purely of mango, scoops beautifully and you can make it with fresh or frozen fruit for a quick, delicious dessert.

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Balinese Village Life at Ungasan

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Balinese Village Life at Ungasan

Explore the real Bali on this Ungasan village walk from Umana Bali. We discover Balinese Hindu traditions, local markets, village life and enjoy a delicious homemade breakfast at a local woman's home.

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MUST TRY Dubai Chocolate Hot Cross Buns

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MUST TRY Dubai Chocolate Hot Cross Buns

With Easter nearly here, I couldn't resist turning my cult hot cross bun recipe into pistachio‑and‑Nutella‑filled delights. Using a tangzhong roux makes them impossibly soft and pillowy-like bakery buns but fresher, and if I'm honest, possibly even better. They're lightly spiced, delicious and entirely deserving of the classic "pushy recipe, Dear Reader" warning.

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Spicy Prawn Seafood Lasagne

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Spicy Prawn Seafood Lasagne

Prawns are such a part of an Australian Christmas and so I made this spicy prawn lasagne for Christmas lunch. This lasagna layers prawns, tomato and bechamel for a deliciously and satisfying Christmas main dish that you can make a day ahead of time!

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Just Opened: The Iconic All'Antico Vinaio Lands in Sydney

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Just Opened: The Iconic All'Antico Vinaio Lands in Sydney

All'Antico Vinaio has just landed in Australia with its very first Sydney branch. The iconic Italian sandwich shop with the enormous queues has 61 stores around the world. Find out what is on offer at the Sydney store!

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Nutella Muffins (Easy, Surprise Filling)

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Nutella Muffins (Easy, Surprise Filling)

If you love Nutella then you'll love this easy Nutella muffin recipe. With a delicious vanilla muffin base and a surprise centre of Nutella plus a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping, these muffins are as easy as they are delicious!

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Crispy Pork Belly - Chef Recipe

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Crispy Pork Belly - Chef Recipe

Dear Reader, this crispy pork belly might be the best pork dinner you'll ever make - crackling that really crackles, meat that melts and a delicious spicy Asian-style sauce. It's restaurant-quality without being precious: steamed, chilled, dried and then fried for maximum crunch - a little bit of effort but entirely worth it. Don't sleep on this one, Dear Reader!

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Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

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Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

This sweet potato pie is delicious and wonderfully simple to make - I promise, there's no need to faff about with pastry. It's adapted from the pumpkin pie I used to make for a Southern restaurant and is the sort of recipe neighbours and family keep asking me for. You can make it in a Thermomix if you like. This is a pushy recipe, Dear Reader, and absolutely perfect for Thanksgiving (or any time you want a seriously good pud).

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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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Weekend Yum Cha at Miss Yue, Epping

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Weekend Yum Cha at Miss Yue, Epping

Looking for yum cha in Sydney? Miss Yue at Epping Club is a popular Chinese restaurant serving yum cha with dumplings, crispy prawn wontons, taro puffs, har gow and flaky egg tarts in a gorgeous dining room. Diners order from a menu instead of trolleys. Find out what the standout dishes were at Miss Yue.

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Tasting Lakemba, The Food Tour!

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Tasting Lakemba, The Food Tour!

Today we are visiting the Sydney suburb of Lakemba. Lakemba is famous for their Ramadan Night Markets but outside of this time you'll find a range of Afghani, Pakistani and Moroccan food, some of which you may not have tried before along with super friendly service! Come and eat with us as we try some of the absolute best food that Lakemba has to offer! There was not one dud meal in this entire day!

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Santorini on a Budget: Save Money & Plan Your Itinerary

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Santorini on a Budget: Save Money & Plan Your Itinerary

Santorini is a visual dream come true. But is it possible to see Santorini on a budget? I will show you how to not break the bank and still see the beauty of Santorini. Explore the the Greek Island of Santorini with us and find out where to get those amazing photos and where to eat some amazing food.

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True Romance at Lilianfels, Katoomba

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True Romance at Lilianfels, Katoomba

Anniversaries call for special stays and one of the most romantic places in NSW is the scenic, misty Blue Mountains. We combine our wedding anniversary with a stay at the luxurious 5 star hotel Lilianfels and the opening of their new restaurant Miss Lilian. But there's just one hitch!

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Jumbo Singapore Chilli Crab, Singapore

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Jumbo Singapore Chilli Crab, Singapore

Jumbo is said to be one of Singapore's best restaurants for chilli crab. Come along as we visit Jumbo at Dempsey to try both the chilli crab and the black pepper crab as well as some other dishes and see if it is worth the hype.

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Lucerne: City of Lights & Legends

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Lucerne: City of Lights & Legends

Lucerne is known as the city of lights because of its beautiful lights at Christmas and the Lilu Light Festival. It's name is associated with the the Latin word lucerna which means "lantern" or oil lamp. The Old Town of Lucerne is full of fascinating symbolism and history - if you know where to look! Come along as we explore Lucerne's old town.

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Just Opened - Manzo Bisteccheria

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Just Opened - Manzo Bisteccheria

Manzo Bisteccheria at Circular Quay is a brand new restaurant that specialises in premium dry-aged beef, steak flights and classic and innovative Italian dishes. Find out what it is like and what unique dishes are on offer here.

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Yi by Jereme Leung, Raffles Singapore

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Yi by Jereme Leung, Raffles Singapore

It's our first night in Singapore in almost 10 years and I'm excited to be eating out. Yi is located in the Raffles Singapore in the Raffles Arcade, best accessed by at the North Bridge Road entrance. The floral entrance of 藝 Yì by Jereme Leung is striking and adorned with 1,000 paper flowers. It was inspired by Pangu, thought to be the first ancestral being and the creator or the universe and the one that separated heaven and earth.

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Air Fryer Buffalo Hot Chicken Wings - Saucy

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Air Fryer Buffalo Hot Chicken Wings - Saucy

These air fryer Buffalo wings are saucy and crispy without deep frying thanks to one simple secret ingredient. Toss them in a buttery Buffalo hot sauce with a touch of honey, paprika and lemon pepper for the ultimate easy snack. Serve with celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for classic buffalo wings at home. Perfect for game day, parties or an easy appetiser!

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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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The Best Pommes Puree or Mashed Potato You've Ever Eaten

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The Best Pommes Puree or Mashed Potato You've Ever Eaten

The best mashed potatoes in the world! French pommes puree is an incredibly buttery, silky and creamy mashed potato with an incredible butter to potato ratio and a few clever techniques making all the difference. Find out all the secrets to achieving these mashed potatoes, made famous by Chef Joel Robuchon.

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Leche Flan - Easy, Authentic Recipe with Tips

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Leche Flan - Easy, Authentic Recipe with Tips

I'm going to show you how to make authentic Filipino leche flan, a rich and creamy caramel custard dessert made with eggs, condensed milk and evaporated milk. Unlike crème caramel, leche flan is denser and firmer and is traditionally steamed in a llanera. This recipe includes helpful tips for smooth custard, easy caramel and extra flavour.

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The Secret Speakeasy: Door Knock, Sydney

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The Secret Speakeasy: Door Knock, Sydney

Door Knock is a hidden away secret bar in Sydney's CBD on Pitt Street. You have to know where it is to find it and there's only one way to get in. Once there, you'll find a range of cocktails, wine and spirits as well as an incredibly well priced food menu with nothing over $28! Find out what the food and drinks are like.

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Tchouktchouka Magic at Cafe Tanja, Surry Hills

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Tchouktchouka Magic at Cafe Tanja, Surry Hills

Cafe Tanja is Moroccan and Algerian cafe on Crown Street in Surry Hills. Their signature dish is a lamb tagine served with their fresh house made matlouh bread but the menu is full of deliciousness from delicate and crisp Brik pastry to couscous topped with vegetables, tchouktchouka with eggs and sandwiches on house made bread. Take a look at what else is on the menu and what is a must order!

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Dining Domes at Argyle House, Camden

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Dining Domes at Argyle House, Camden

Argyle House in Camden lights up with its Dining Domes. These clear domes are perfect for a special date or a group event – they're like your own private dining room. Come along as we try one of the dining domes for a date night.

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Self Saucing Caramel Pudding

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Self Saucing Caramel Pudding

This caramel pudding recipe is one of those magical self saucing puddings. A light textured brown sugar sponge sits atop a thick pool of luscious caramel sauce below. This pudding also just requires a bowl and a jug and no mixer so it's super easy to make and economical too. One pudding serves from 8-10 people!

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The Wonders at VinWonders

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The Wonders at VinWonders

VinWonders is a must do when visiting Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island. With giant rollercoasters, numerous waterslides and a massive aquarium with penguins and mermaids and every kind of food from all over the world, its great for the young or the young at heart.

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Classic Hot Toddy Recipe

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Classic Hot Toddy Recipe

This easy Hot Toddy recipe is the perfect winter warmer, made with whisky, honey, fresh lemon juice and hot water. Ready in just 2 minutes, it's light, warming and soothing. With variation suggestions plus my tips for making the best hot toddy.

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Feasting On Vittoria and Ragusa Ibla, Sicily

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Feasting On Vittoria and Ragusa Ibla, Sicily

It's Day 2 of our Sicilian Food Tour and today we are exploring the baroque city of Vittoria, just 20 minutes away from the quiet fishing town of Scoglitti. The two neighbouring areas are just 13 kms away and many Vittorians holiday in Scoglitti. Still, there is a rivalry between Scoglitti and Vittoria that runs deep. But how does Vittoria compare to Scoglitti? The day ends with a Michelin starred meal at Ragusa Ibla the stunning town that looks like a dream.

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GORGEOUS Pandan Coconut Panna Cotta!

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GORGEOUS Pandan Coconut Panna Cotta!

You may have tried a panna cotta dessert but have you tried pandan panna cotta? This restaurant quality version of panna cotta takes a regular panna cotta and infuses it with South East Asian flavours of pandan. This pandan panna cotta dessert is one of the most delicious things I've eaten this year! When I first tried it I asked the chef for a recipe and he shared it and now I'm sharing this wonderful panna cotta dessert with you! It's coming out just in time for Mother's Day but is perfect for a dinner party as it needs to be made ahead of time, from anything from 1-3 days! This is also an economical dessert to make as well.

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Black Sesame Soup With Mochi - Easy Chinese Dessert

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Black Sesame Soup With Mochi - Easy Chinese Dessert

This warming black sesame soup with mochi is rich, nutty and comforting. Made with chewy tang yuan and black sesame paste, this easy Chinese dessert recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make and is naturally vegan too!

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Manteiga, Darlinghurst

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Manteiga, Darlinghurst

Manteiga is a brand new Darlinghurst cafe with a Portuguese flavours and fine dining touches. There are fluffy ricotta pancakes, crispy zucchini fritters and creative signature drinks. And a must order is their signature Manteiga muffin with a fluffy omelette on a house made muffin.

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From Wagyu to Bulgogi Pancakes: 789 Korean BBQ, Darling Square

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From Wagyu to Bulgogi Pancakes: 789 Korean BBQ, Darling Square

We sizzle our way through 789 Korean BBQ Darling Square and try items like wagyu short ribs, puffy bulgogi pancakes, cheesy corn and spicy pork. Find out what is a must order!

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12 Iconic Things to Do at AYANA Bali

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12 Iconic Things to Do at AYANA Bali

With a sweeping 90 hectare footprint, AYANA Bali is a clifftop resort that actually encompasses four 5 star hotels and is a self contained destination in itself. From the 31 restaurants and eateries there is no reason to leave the sprawling sanctuary of AYANA. Here are 12 iconic things to do at AYANA Bali that you can't do anywhere else.

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Pistachio Cheesecake

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Pistachio Cheesecake

This pistachio cheesecake is gloriously simple and utterly delicious - a silky vanilla-baked base topped with a blanket of pistachio cream and a scattering of crunchy pistachios. It's easy enough for a weeknight and, for those who like shortcuts, I also have Thermomix instructions. This one is a bit pushy, Dear Reader.

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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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Mother's Day Menu Ideas (from Entree to Dessert!)

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Mother's Day Menu Ideas (from Entree to Dessert!)

It's almost Mother's Day and I've got a complete Mother's Day menu for you from a drink to entrees, main, side and dessert. These choices are delicious but also also quite hands off or don't need to be made a la minute so you'll have more time to enjoy company!

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New in Newcastle: Cara, Newcastle

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New in Newcastle: Cara, Newcastle

Cara Bistro & Wine Bar in Newcastle is a relaxed, wine-led bistro built for long, unhurried meals. Opened in October 2025 by Max Crawford, it focuses on small share plates. The wine list is thoughtful and interesting, with less common bottles including Georgian wines.

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Cheap & Cheerful: Sun's Noodles, Rockdale

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Cheap & Cheerful: Sun's Noodles, Rockdale

Sun's Noodles in Rockdale is a hidden gem Chinese restaurant. This unassuming but cheap and cheerful eatery serves up delicious Cantonese food in generous portions. We order 5 dishes and the bill comes up to $101. So what is the food like and why does it have such a following?

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7 Delicious Reasons To Visit Cabramatta This Weekend

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7 Delicious Reasons To Visit Cabramatta This Weekend

Cabramatta continues to grow in leaps and bounds and whilst it is still a great place to get a fantastic Vietnamese meal there are also other things available. Come along and see what is new in Cabramatta!

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Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe

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Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe

It's possibly the easiest cucumber salad you'll ever make - five minutes flat and enough for a big jar or tub that you can eat straight away or keep in the fridge for 2-3 days. It's the perfect make‑ahead side: bright, crunchy and delicious, and just as happy piled into salads or sandwiches as it is on a big sharing platter. If you want something fresh and fast, I reckon you'll love this Asian cucumber salad.

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Paddy Chan's, Newtown

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Paddy Chan's, Newtown

Paddy Chan is the first Irish Chinese restaurant in Sydney and they've just opened up their second branch in Newtown. While the original shop in Kensington is a strictly takeaway establishment, at Newtown you can sit and eat in. So what is Irish Chinese food like and what is a must order at Paddy Chans' (spoiler: it is HUGE so bring a group!).

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Sydney's Sandwich Obsession: S'wich in Surry Hills

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Sydney's Sandwich Obsession: S'wich in 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?

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Grilled Scallops with Miso Butter

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Grilled Scallops with Miso Butter

These grilled miso butter scallops are impossibly delicious and utterly easy - just five ingredients and about five minutes on the grill, and they taste like they came from a restaurant.

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Asparagus Wrapped In Bacon - Easy, Neverfail

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Asparagus Wrapped In Bacon - Easy, Neverfail

Asparagus wrapped in bacon is one of my favourite ways to eat asparagus! Tender asparagus spears are wrapped in crispy streaky bacon, roasted and then glazed with hot honey before a quick blast under the grill. This easy side dish is sweet, salty, crispy and perfect for spring asparagus. I also share my tips for getting the bacon crisp, keeping asparagus tender and alternatives to hot honey.

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Savouring Kavala wines, ruins and kourabiedes Savouring Kavala wines, ruins and kourabiedesCornflake Cookies Recipe - Chewy & Crunchy Classic Cornflake Cookies Recipe - Chewy & Crunchy ClassicPistachio Ice Cream - Real Sicilian Flavour Pistachio Ice Cream - Real Sicilian FlavourEasy Oven Baked Glazed Salmon Easy Oven Baked Glazed SalmonDistrict 1 Stay: Fusion Original Saigon Centre, Ho Chi Minh City District 1 Stay: Fusion Original Saigon Centre, Ho Chi Minh CitySoft, Chewy Amaretti Cookies Soft, Chewy Amaretti CookiesChocolate Mousse Recipe (like Amelie's) Chocolate Mousse Recipe (like Amelie's)Pizza Garlic Bread - Easy, 15 Minutes! Pizza Garlic Bread - Easy, 15 Minutes!Candy Cane Baos Recipe Candy Cane Baos RecipeOysters Kilpatrick - Chef Recipe Oysters Kilpatrick - Chef RecipeKimpton Margot Sydney: A Luxury Hotel Where Dogs Stay Free Kimpton Margot Sydney: A Luxury Hotel Where Dogs Stay FreeIssho Cafe Tokyo Dessert House Issho Cafe Tokyo Dessert HouseDubai Chocolate Chocolate Strawberries Dubai Chocolate Chocolate StrawberriesBlood Orange Cake with Naturally Pink Buttercream - Super Moist! Blood Orange Cake with Naturally Pink Buttercream - Super Moist!24 York, Sydney 24 York, SydneyHongdae Pocha, Chippendale Hongdae Pocha, ChippendaleMango Sorbet Recipe Mango Sorbet RecipeBalinese Village Life at Ungasan Balinese Village Life at UngasanMUST TRY Dubai Chocolate Hot Cross Buns MUST TRY Dubai Chocolate Hot Cross BunsSpicy Prawn Seafood Lasagne Spicy Prawn Seafood LasagneJust Opened: The Iconic All'Antico Vinaio Lands in Sydney Just Opened: The Iconic All'Antico Vinaio Lands in SydneyNutella Muffins (Easy, Surprise Filling) Nutella Muffins (Easy, Surprise Filling)Crispy Pork Belly - Chef Recipe Crispy Pork Belly - Chef RecipeSweet Potato Pie Recipe Sweet Potato Pie RecipePapalote, Newcastle: Come Hungry, Leave Planning Your Return Papalote, Newcastle: Come Hungry, Leave Planning Your ReturnWeekend Yum Cha at Miss Yue, Epping Weekend Yum Cha at Miss Yue, EppingTasting Lakemba, The Food Tour! Tasting Lakemba, The Food Tour!Santorini on a Budget: Save Money & Plan Your Itinerary Santorini on a Budget: Save Money & Plan Your ItineraryTrue Romance at Lilianfels, Katoomba True Romance at Lilianfels, KatoombaJumbo Singapore Chilli Crab, Singapore Jumbo Singapore Chilli Crab, SingaporeLucerne: City of Lights & Legends Lucerne: City of Lights & LegendsJust Opened - Manzo Bisteccheria Just Opened - Manzo BisteccheriaYi by Jereme Leung, Raffles Singapore Yi by Jereme Leung, Raffles SingaporeAir Fryer Buffalo Hot Chicken Wings - Saucy Air Fryer Buffalo Hot Chicken Wings - SaucyTomato Soup - Healthy & Easy Tomato Soup - Healthy & EasyThe Best Pommes Puree or Mashed Potato You've Ever Eaten The Best Pommes Puree or Mashed Potato You've Ever EatenLeche Flan - Easy, Authentic Recipe with Tips Leche Flan - Easy, Authentic Recipe with TipsThe Secret Speakeasy: Door Knock, Sydney The Secret Speakeasy: Door Knock, SydneyTchouktchouka Magic at Cafe Tanja, Surry Hills Tchouktchouka Magic at Cafe Tanja, Surry HillsDining Domes at Argyle House, Camden Dining Domes at Argyle House, CamdenSelf Saucing Caramel Pudding Self Saucing Caramel PuddingThe Wonders at VinWonders The Wonders at VinWondersClassic Hot Toddy Recipe Classic Hot Toddy RecipeFeasting On Vittoria and Ragusa Ibla, Sicily Feasting On Vittoria and Ragusa Ibla, SicilyGORGEOUS Pandan Coconut Panna Cotta! GORGEOUS Pandan Coconut Panna Cotta!Black Sesame Soup With Mochi - Easy Chinese Dessert Black Sesame Soup With Mochi - Easy Chinese DessertManteiga, Darlinghurst Manteiga, DarlinghurstFrom Wagyu to Bulgogi Pancakes: 789 Korean BBQ, Darling Square From Wagyu to Bulgogi Pancakes: 789 Korean BBQ, Darling Square12 Iconic Things to Do at AYANA Bali 12 Iconic Things to Do at AYANA BaliPistachio Cheesecake Pistachio CheesecakeLetra House Sydney, Hidden Spanish Dining by Neon Pink Light Letra House Sydney, Hidden Spanish Dining by Neon Pink LightMother's Day Menu Ideas (from Entree to Dessert!) Mother's Day Menu Ideas (from Entree to Dessert!)New in Newcastle: Cara, Newcastle New in Newcastle: Cara, NewcastleCheap & Cheerful: Sun's Noodles, Rockdale Cheap & Cheerful: Sun's Noodles, Rockdale7 Delicious Reasons To Visit Cabramatta This Weekend 7 Delicious Reasons To Visit Cabramatta This WeekendAsian Cucumber Salad Recipe Asian Cucumber Salad RecipePaddy Chan's, Newtown Paddy Chan's, NewtownSydney's Sandwich Obsession: S'wich in Surry Hills Sydney's Sandwich Obsession: S'wich in Surry HillsGrilled Scallops with Miso Butter Grilled Scallops with Miso ButterAsparagus Wrapped In Bacon - Easy, Neverfail Asparagus Wrapped In Bacon - Easy, Neverfail