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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Big Flavours & Only 14 Seats: Tida Persian Restaurant, Willoughby

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Big Flavours & Only 14 Seats: Tida Persian Restaurant, Willoughby

Looking for incredible Persian food in Sydney? Tida Persian Restaurant is a tiny 14-seat spot in Willoughby serving beautifully cooked kebabs, crispy tahdig rice, smoky mirza ghasemi eggplant dip and rich khoresh fesenjan stew. The space feels like you're dining in someone else's home. Find out more here.

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Macaroni Cheese Loaf Bread - Viral Recipe!

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Macaroni Cheese Loaf Bread - Viral Recipe!

Love homemade bread and mac and cheese? This incredible mac and cheese bread combines both into one irresistible loaf. It starts with a soft, no knead bread layered with creamy macaroni cheese, plenty of cheese and a hint of onion. You won't need a sourdough starter to make this delicious viral bread!

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Sydney's Only Dalmatian Restaurant: St Blaise, Matraville

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Sydney's Only Dalmatian Restaurant: St Blaise, Matraville

St Blaise is one of Sydney's best kept secrets. It's the only restaurant serving Dalmatian cuisine or food from the Dalmatian coast of Croatia. They also offer free flowing focaccia and Dalmatian liqueurs. Find out where it is and what you have to order when you're there!

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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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Grilled Prawns with Nduja Butter

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Grilled Prawns with Nduja Butter

Grilled prawns or shrimp are one of the best things about summer (or early Autumn technically!). Try these restaurant quality chef's recipe for grilled prawns with a nduja butter sauce on top! This is a quick and easy dinner or lunch seafood recipe and they take about 6 minutes on the grill to cook.

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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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Chinese Lemon Chicken - Juicy & Crispy

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Chinese Lemon Chicken - Juicy & Crispy

This Chinese Lemon Chicken is light, crispy and coated in the most delicious tangy lemon sauce. Made with either chicken breast or thigh, this easy recipe guarantees juicy, golden chicken every time. This is a family favourite that tastes just like your favourite Chinese restaurant dish!

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Half Price Dinner at Vineria Luisa, Enmore

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Half Price Dinner at Vineria Luisa, Enmore

Looking for a great Italian restaurant deal in Sydney? We tried Vineria Luisa's half price $62.50 three course winter menu. Find out what is on the menu and whether the winter special is worth it!

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Iconic Athens in One Night

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Iconic Athens in One Night

The night before our Mediterranean cruise we stayed in Athens, Greece and explored what the iconic capital has to offer. If you only have one night, these tips will allow you to make the most of your time in the Greek capital. We show you the best visiting times for The Acropolis, where to find the most gorgeous, historic Athenian neighbourhood and where to find a wonderful traditional meal.

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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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Easy Banana Muffins Recipe

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Easy Banana Muffins Recipe

This banana muffin recipe is the perfect weekend bake! It's simple, all you need is a couple of bowls and a whisk and you'll be making serving up some deliciously soft and moist banana muffins that taste like your favourite banana bread.

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Yan, Wolli Creek

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Yan, Wolli Creek

Yan is an Asian smokehouse restaurant with branches in Sydney and Melbourne. The Sydney branch is located on Arncliffe Road in Wolli Creek and has indoor and outdoor eating. There's a regular a la carte menu as well as a tasting menu and a vegan tasting menu for $68 a person. Find out what it's like and what is a must order at Yan!

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Melbourne's Lee Ho Fook Arrives in Sydney

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Melbourne's Lee Ho Fook Arrives in Sydney

Acclaimed Melbourne restaurant Lee Ho Fook has just opened in Sydney and the menu is full of creative Chinese dishes and plays on classics like their signature crispy eggplant along with Peking duck and caviar. Find out more about Lee Ho Fook in Sydney.

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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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S'mores Brownies - Gooey Delicious

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S'mores Brownies - Gooey Delicious

Love S'mores? These irresistible S'mores Brownies combine a crunchy Graham cracker crust, a rich fudgy brownie and toasted marshmallows with chocolate on top. They're easy to make, wonderfully gooey and perfect for parties, bake sales or whenever you're craving a seriously chocolatey dessert!

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6 Great Things To Do in District 1, Saigon

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6 Great Things To Do in District 1, Saigon

District 1 is the perfect place to start exploring Saigon or Ho Chi Minh City. Whether you're hunting down the city's best banh mi, sampling creamy egg coffee, or wandering through quirky multi-level cafes, these six experiences will give you a taste of Saigon's culture, food scene and hidden gems. These are all within or just outside District 1!

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Too Good To Go Surprise Bag Review

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Too Good To Go Surprise Bag Review

Too Good To Go has finally arrived in Australia! This social impact company aims to reduce food waste by connecting businesses with surplus food with customers. The food comes in the form of a "surprise bag" and allows people to rescue food that would ordinarily be discarded. The food is discounted and gives the business a revenue stream for this surplus food and gives customers a chance to buy an affordable meal. I tried around a dozen surprise bags and each turn I was surprised at the offering! Find out more in this post plus I'll share my top tips for using the app to get the best value and experience.

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Big Sky, Big Flavours: Feasting at Lake Keepit

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Big Sky, Big Flavours: Feasting at Lake Keepit

It's day 2 of our stay at Wilderluxe Lake Keepit and it's a day spent eating. From a sun drenched breakfast on our star tent's balcony, to a picnic by the lake foreshore and a wonderful farmhouse cooking class and dinner at Carroll Gap Farmhouse, this is a birthday to remember.

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The Treats of Thessaloniki, Greece

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The Treats of Thessaloniki, Greece

Our first stop on our Celestyal Mediterranean Cruise is Thessaloniki in Greece. The second biggest city in Greece is located in Northern Greece 500kms or 310 miles away from Athens and is located south of Macedonia. Take a look as we try some of the most delicious pastries that Thessaloniki is known for and visit the historic Upper Town.

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Cheap Eats Waikiki: 24 Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Waikiki

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Cheap Eats Waikiki: 24 Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Waikiki

As a tourist destination, Waikiki can be one of the most expensive area of Honolulu, Hawaii to eat in but it is also where a lot of hotels are located so it's likely that you may be staying there. But if you're looking for cheap eats in Waikiki there are plenty if you know where to look. These places combine great food, friendly aloha service and prices for around $20USD per main or less all collated through weeks of personal research!

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Johannesburg's Rainbow Nation of Restaurants

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Johannesburg's Rainbow Nation of Restaurants

If you're headed to Johannesburg, South Africa and are looking for somewhere to eat then here are three restaurants with totally different styles to suit different tastes. MAMASAMBA is a glamourous playground vibe with projected wall murals and a curved mirrored staircase. Rockets is a VIP bar and restaurant serving up a mix of things including enormous fried platters while Gigi features ones of South Africa's top chefs with a kitchen and floor brigade who are new to working in hospitality.

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Restaurant Quality Chinese Orange Chicken

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Restaurant Quality Chinese Orange Chicken

This orange chicken recipe is for an Chinese American restaurant classic . Delicious boneless pieces of chicken are seasoned and fried and the coated in a delicious orange glaze. It's so delicious and perfect for orange season right now. My method is slightly different and makes the chicken super juicy and full of flavour!

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5 Course Easy Valentines Day Menu!

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5 Course Easy Valentines Day Menu!

So Valentines Day is on a Friday this year and you want to cook something delicious but is not going to stress you out after a day at work. Try this 5 Course Valentines Day menu! I'm sharing the perfect Valentines day cocktail, starter, main, side dish and dessert that you can do ahead of time so that it is waiting for you when you get home after work!

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Bird's Nest Easter Cookies

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Bird's Nest Easter Cookies

These bird's nest cookies are a fun and easy no-bake Easter treat perfect for making with kids or if you need to bring something fun to an Easter party. Made with melted chocolate and crunchy fried noodles they're shaped into nests and filled with colourful mini eggs. You can add a hint of spice with cinnamon chocolate or keep it classic with milk or dark chocolate. Ready in minutes and so cute for Easter celebrations, parties or edible gifts!

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Puppy Chow or Muddy Buddies

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Puppy Chow or Muddy Buddies

Puppy Chow is not a dog food but a deliciously addictive American snack or party appetiser that is easily made in around 5 minutes! It is made with chocolate, peanut butter, powdered sugar and Chex cereal (and yes you can do a pistachio chocolate version!). But this recipe for Puppy Chow comes with a warning: once you try one piece it is hard to stop. It's also fun to make as you shake it all up in a large ziplock bag and when you open it, you get perfect Puppy Chow!

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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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Conte, Sydney

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Conte, Sydney

Conte Sydney has just opened in Barrack Place in Sydney's CBD and is said to be the world's first negroni bar with over 40 negronis available on their menu including a $1,000 negroni. Along with cocktails there's a menu full of Italian dishes like meats sliced from the Berkel, seafood crudo, lobster risotto and meats as well as a Negroni tiramisu (naturally). So what is Conte Sydney like? Find out more and why you should save it for a special night out.

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Preview: Luke's Kitchen Christmas Lunch

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Preview: Luke's Kitchen Christmas Lunch

If you're looking for a Christmas lunch cooked for you by a chef, then head to Luke's Kitchen at the Kimpton Margot Sydney hotel. The luxury Art Deco hotel is hosting a 5 course Christmas lunch on Christmas Day. Plus book a spot at The Vault, Australia's smallest small bar to enjoy a festive cocktail in a cosy, historic spot.

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Roasted Jerusalem Artichokes: Easy Recipe & Digestive Tip

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Roasted Jerusalem Artichokes: Easy Recipe & Digestive Tip

Ever wondered what to do with Jerusalem Artichokes? Roasting them is my favourite way of cooking them! It brings out the natural sweetness of this intriguing vegetable. And learn about what you have to do to Jerusalem Artichokes to make them more digestion friendly too. These roasted Jerusalem Artichokes make a wonderful side dish and alternative for roast potatoes.

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Risotto Milanese, Easy Plus Tips

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Risotto Milanese, Easy Plus Tips

Today's Risotto Milanese recipe reveals all the secrets to making a perfect risotto! This creamy risotto is made with carnaroli rice, saffron threads, bone marrow or butter, wine and stock and is finished with butter and parmesan cheese. Saffron risotto is the ultimate risotto to make but thanks to some tips and tricks you'll create the perfect risotto Milanese every single time, I promise.

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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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My Mother's Easy Congee Recipe (Pressure Cooker, Instant Pot, Stovetop)

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My Mother's Easy Congee Recipe (Pressure Cooker, Instant Pot, Stovetop)

This congee, jook or savoury rice porridge recipe is a cinch to make. I'm sharing my mother's recipe for congee and a version that takes no time in the pressure cooker or instant pot. You'll be enjoying a delicious, creamy textured congee in no time! If you're feeling under the weather or cold, then this rice porridge is the best antidote. Plus it's easy and budget friendly too!

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A Stay at Villa Le Corail, a Gran Meliá Hotel

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A Stay at Villa Le Corail, a Gran Meliá Hotel

The Gran Melia chain is a Spanish owned chain of luxury hotels worldwide. This sophisticated oceanfront resort and its villas combines Mediterranean style with Vietnamese hospitality. Come and see what makes the Villa Le Corail, a Gran Meliá Hotel in Vietnam's Nha Trang so special.

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Lamb Vindaloo - Spicy & Full of Flavour

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Lamb Vindaloo - Spicy & Full of Flavour

This lamb vindaloo is a bold, spicy Indian curry packed with warming spices and incredible depth of flavour. Inspired by its Goan-Portuguese roots, this version uses wine for a rich, aromatic twist that makes it truly special. Made with tender slow-cooked lamb shoulder, this curry can be cooked on the stovetop, slow cooker or pressure cooker!

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Duchess Potatoes - The Perfect Christmas Potato Dish

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Duchess Potatoes - The Perfect Christmas Potato Dish

These Duchess Potatoes are the perfect dinner party or Christmas side dish. These light, fluffy French potato rosettes are golden and crispy on the edges. You can also make them ahead of time and refrigerate on a tray ready for baking. Just slide these into the oven when ready and in 15 minutes these will be done!

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Staying at FCC Angkor, Siem Reap - Luxury Meets History

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Staying at FCC Angkor, Siem Reap - Luxury Meets History

Siem Reap greeted us with a haze of tropical heat and the weight of recent headlines. Tensions on the Cambodian Thai border were simmering in the background. Yet within hours, the city of Siem Reap revealed a very different face and we settled into the timeless elegance of the FCC Angkor, a sanctuary where Colonial history and modern Cambodia intertwine. Come along to see what our stay was like.

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The Best $15 Comfort Food in Sydney? Bakso Barokah, Surry Hills

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The Best $15 Comfort Food in Sydney? Bakso Barokah, Surry Hills

Looking for authentic Indonesian food in Sydney? Bakso Barokah in Surry Hills is famous for its bakso meatball soups, giant spicy meatballs, mie ayam noodles and comforting winter-friendly dishes, all at incredibly affordable prices!

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Spicy Tuna Sushi Rolls - Takeaway Dupe!

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Spicy Tuna Sushi Rolls - Takeaway Dupe!

Make your own spicy tuna rolls at home with this easy sushi takeaway dupe! Filled with creamy tuna, sriracha mayo and cucumber, these Australian-style sushi rolls are cheaper, fresher and just as delicious as your favourite food court version. Once you try this homemade version, you won't go back to store-bought sushi rolls again!

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A Dog Friendly Weekend On The Central Coast

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A Dog Friendly Weekend On The Central Coast

Come along on our long weekend to the Central Coast, where we slipped away to a gorgeous dog‑friendly coastal haven - a calm, sandy‑footed escape from the city's rush. I'll share the spots we loved for a delicious breakfast, a lazy brunch or a relaxed dinner that you can bring your pooch to as well.

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Ribbon Pastries to Danish Delights: Publique Bakery, Melbourne

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Ribbon Pastries to Danish Delights: Publique Bakery, Melbourne

There is no shortage of bakeries in Melbourne but it was the adorable Hello Kitty-esque bow shaped croissants that drew us to Publique Bakery. Located at the Queen Victoria Markets and Preston Markets they turn out a delicious range of breads and pastries. Make sure to bring your sweet tooth along for the array of glistening cronuts and buttery pastries by Sunghoon Kim and his team.

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Chinese Lettuce Cups (San Choy Bau)

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Chinese Lettuce Cups (San Choy Bau)

San Choy Bow is one of those Chinese dishes that is fresh, healthy and satisfying. Crisp lettuce cups are filled with pork or chicken mince, crunchy vegetables and a delicious Cantonese style sauce. Perfect for a light dinner. Forget takeaway, try this fakeaway recipe!

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Bold Southeast Asian Flavours in Rose Bay at Rasa House

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Bold Southeast Asian Flavours in Rose Bay at Rasa House

Rasa House in Rose Bay serves Southeast Asian inspired dishes with bold flavours. Try the crispy eggplant martabak, spanner crab dumplings in tom yum broth, charcoal grilled satay and ribeye steak with pear and ginger curry sauce. A relaxed Sydney dinner spot with a view of the water across the road.

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Easy Mexican Beef Tostadas Ready in Just 35 Minutes

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Easy Mexican Beef Tostadas Ready in Just 35 Minutes

These beef tostadas are crunchy, crispy and delicious! Fried corn tortillas are piled high with seasoned beef mince, guacamole or refried beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese, sour cream and jalapenos. Perfect for taco Tuesdays or a DIY tostada bar where everyone can customise their own.

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Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignonne Recipe

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Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignonne Recipe

Beef Bourguignonne is a classic French dish perfect for Father's Day or a winter weekend. Tender chunks of beef are slow cooked in red wine with bacon, mushroom, onion and carrot. This is a gloriously rich and flavoursome dish that can be made ahead of time so that you can easily serve it for lunch or dinner with low stress. I made it into a delicious Beef Bourguignonne pie. This is a pushy recipe Dear Reader!

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Oaxacan Flavours at Santa Catarina, Sydney

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Oaxacan Flavours at Santa Catarina, Sydney

Santa Catarina is an upmarket Oaxacan restaurant and Mezcal bar on Clarence Street in the city. The menu is made up of Oaxacan dishes like tlayudas, moles and chalupa. Find out what is a must order when you go!

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Inside the New Wilderluxe Lake Keepit Glamping Experience

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Inside the New Wilderluxe Lake Keepit Glamping Experience

Wilderluxe Lake Keepit is a brand new glamping experience in "Big Sky Country" in North West NSW. With just 8 luxury star tents, this couples retreat combines back to nature with beautiful accommodation. Find out all of the details of what a stay is like at Wilderluxe.

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Antarctic Diary Day 6: A Whale of A Time

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Antarctic Diary Day 6: A Whale of A Time

Close encounters with whales are rare but on Day 6 of our Antarctic expedition cruise we are treated to an encounter with this amazing creature. Come along as we explore Jougla Point and Flandres Bay via zodiac boat and see humpback whales up close!

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Aambra, Rose Bay

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Aambra, Rose Bay

Aambra is a Levantine restaurant set inside a beautifully restored 120 year old church in Rose Bay. The menu draws inspiration from Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Cyprus, Egypt and Turkey with dishes designed to be shared. Find out what the must order dishes are that are not to be missed!

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Apple Crumble Slice Recipe

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Apple Crumble Slice Recipe

This apple crumble slice is simplicity itself - made with store‑bought biscuits (or cookies) it comes together in no time. It's the kind of delicious, easily shareable slice that's perfect for a lunchbox or after a meal. We used stewed fresh apples, but you can absolutely use tinned apple filling to make it even easier, and it's a doddle to make in the Thermomix too.

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$9.80 Yum Cha at Oceanic Tastes, Rhodes

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$9.80 Yum Cha at Oceanic Tastes, Rhodes

Dogs, outdoor eating and $9.80 yum cha? At Oceanic Tastes in Rhodes you can bring your four legged friend along to your yum cha and all dishes are a flat rate of $9.80. So what is it like and is it worth going to?

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Smash Hit! Humble Buns Food Truck in Bexley

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Smash Hit! Humble Buns Food Truck in Bexley

Humble Buns is a small food truck on Forest Road in Bexley that's been getting a bit of a buzz for its smashed burgers. We popped by to see what all the fuss was about and to try a side of their delicious loaded fries.

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Dining at Lana Restaurant, Hinchcliff House

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Dining at Lana Restaurant, Hinchcliff House

Lana at Hinchcliff House is all about modern fine dining. There's saffron spiced pasta with spanner crab and tom yum to a Korean style wagyu rib cap steak or snacks made with the latest novel protein to hit Australia: cultured quail!

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Butter Swim Biscuits - Easy & Buttery

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Butter Swim Biscuits - Easy & Buttery

These butter swim biscuits are the easiest, fluffiest biscuits you will ever make. No kneading, rolling or cutting...just mix and bake in melted butter for golden, buttery biscuit perfection! These will change the way you make Southern biscuits.

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A Romantic Weekend in the Hunter Valley

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A Romantic Weekend in the Hunter Valley

Looking for a romantic weekend away? Try the voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley by IHG Hotel's Beneath the Roses package with private floral dome dining, garden walks and a luxe room overlooking the Brokenback Ranges. Find out what else there is to do in the Hunter Valley on a weekend.

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Mekong River Cruise Day 1

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Mekong River Cruise Day 1

It's time for our first river cruise and the Toum Tiou II offers an intimate way to experience the Mekong River with just 28 passengers on board. Over nine days, the cruise moves from Cambodia to Vietnam, combining village walks, cycling, kayaking and market visits with rest on deck. But first, find out what the accommodation is like and what you need to know before you cruise!

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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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Taormina: The Pearl of the Ionian

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Taormina: The Pearl of the Ionian

Taormina - the so‑called "Pearl of the Ionian" - is utterly cinematic and a huge drawcard. On day two of our road trip from the sleepy seaside town of Marzamemi, after a deliciously indulgent Sicilian food tour, we wound our way up its steep streets. It's beautiful, busy and impossibly photogenic, but when is the best time to visit, what should you see and can you still enjoy Taormina without paying a fortune?

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Rose Candy Toffee Apples

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Rose Candy Toffee Apples

Say it sweetly with these rose-shaped toffee apples - a glossy, delicious spin on the fairground favourite. They're surprisingly easy to rustle up with small apples, a silicone rose mould and a handful of pantry ingredients; perfect for gifting or a romantic afternoon nibble, and I'll show you how to get that shiny, crunchy toffee and pretty rose finish.

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THE Kale Caesar Salad Recipe

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THE Kale Caesar Salad Recipe

This easy and nutritious Kale Caesar Salad is perfect for meal prep or entertaining. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, it stays fresh for 1-2 days! Topped with golden pangrattato crumbs instead of croutons for crunch, it's a delicious side dish or light main with some protein additions. Save this recipe for your next barbecue, weeknight dinner or make ahead lunch.

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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe - Easy!

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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe - Easy!

These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the easiest weeknight dinner! Juicy chicken, colourful capsicums/bell peppers and onions are tossed in a simple homemade fajita seasoning and baked on a sheet pan until caramelised. With just 10 minutes prep and one pan to wash, this family friendly chicken fajita recipe is great for meal prep or busy nights.

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