I call this ‘my’ moussaka only because it won’t ever compare to Giagia’s Moussaka. Mine is a shortcut on a classic, leaving out the potato and using lamb mince. I’m told everyone does this dish a little differently, so hopefully it will hold up against the classics. READ MORE
There’s nothing like the smell of pancetta crisping up in a pan… This is not the healthiest meal, but I guarantee it will win you friends. READ MORE
This is another Silvia Colloca gem not to be confused with my favourite Ricotta and Parmesan Dumplings, which are more like gnocchi. These are apparently called gnudi and are a bit lighter again. READ MORE
We’ve just returned from the most glorious trip to Tasmania. A family wedding to kick things off set the tone for a short but sweet break with some fantastic and memorable food experiences.READ MORE
You know how no matter how small a piece of cabbage you buy, you’ve always got way too much left over? A little bit of cabbage goes a long way.. This is a great way to use it up and a dead easy Friday night dinner that you can hide heaps of veg in for the kids. READ MORE
I thought calling this pizza was a bit far fetched really, but apparently the word ‘pizza’ actually means ‘pie’, so that makes a bit more sense.. READ MORE
How good are ribs? I confess I’m a late-comer to this sticky world but I’m glad I’ve now arrived. They’re not something I’ve cooked often and I never order them out cause they leave me feeling like I’ve got a big saucy face and in bad need of a toothpick. READ MORE
I’m told this is a classic Passover dessert. It’s a beautiful recipe with very few ingredients which produces a lovely moist cake to enjoy with a cuppa. It uses whole oranges, boiled and then pulped in the food processor which gives the cake a lovely tang. I’ve seen a few different versions of this type of orange cake lately, but this recipe is so simple, it will definitely be a repeat offender at our place. READ MORE
What a cool few weeks we’ve been having. Very unusual for mid-summer Melbs, but in some ways a nice break from the scorching heat and an opportunity to turn the oven back on and cook up some warming fare. As any one who I’ve caught up with lately knows, I’m having a bit of an affair with Silvia Colloca right now. READ MORE
I used to make this dish years ago when I wanted something quick, easy and impressive for dinner guests. I don’t normally go for fish in curries, but this is a worthwhile exception. The buttery soft salmon holds its own in the spicy sauce and looks so good on the plate on a bed of spinach. READ MORE