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The Northern Hemisphere might disagree, but I think we get it right on the south side of the globe. When the jacaranda bursts into clouds of purple and the warbling of magpies competes with the whir of lawn mowers on sunny mornings, we know: Christma

“Snapper has a nice sweetness, and fries up really well. And it’s affordable and accessible. I always like to cook snapper on the bone so it doesn’t dry out.” “It’s a bit of a labour of love, but spanner crab is one of the greatest crabs. It has a ni

Hungry for gift ideas for the food-lover in your life? We’ve got the perfect recipe right here. Give the gift of style this Christmas with these elegant finds that will add a touch of class to every room in the house. For those who love to roam, thes

Stretching the limits of a conventional bakehouse, this highly anticipated new bakery and brasserie by the group behind Sunda, Aru and Kudo is a true all-dayer. Viennoiserie and bread by Didiet Radityawan (ex-Vue de Monde) and Michael James of Tivoli

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Send a pamper pack to the book-lover in your life thanks to Handsel. This Australian gifting business works with a top local publisher to curate gift hampers, with an assortment of goodies themed around best-selling cookbooks, travel tomes and new-re

SERVES 8 All the flavours of the festive season in a deliciously scoopable side dish that pairs well with poultry, pork or meat roasts. 100g unsalted butter, chopped, plus 30g extra, chopped2 tbs extra virgin olive oil2 onions, chopped½ small bunch c

A hop, skip and jump from the Maribyrnong River, Hop Nation Brewing Co. has revealed its new-look taproom. Under the soaring ceilings of a 19th-century former factory, 17 taps pour tank-fresh beers and seltzers from winemakers-turned-brewers Sam Hamb

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RECIPE NOTE: “This dish is inspired by a salad my Mum makes at Christmas. It’s the perfect side for rich roasted meats, as well as fresh seafood.” He might lead one of Australia’s most hallowed kitchens, but Tom Gorringe happily defers to his mum’s e

STYLE NOTES: Lauren uses her Walter G range throughout: Luxor Saffron cotton tablecloth + Burano Azure cotton napkins (set of 4) both from walter-g.com.au Summertime entertaining is a specialty for the Emersons. The young family is uniquely qualified

Grand Soleil coupe glass in azure & yellow (used throughout) from maisonbalzac.com • Tropics multi tablecloth (used throughout) + Dots amber tumblers (set of 2) + Fruit Salad yellow napkins (used throughout, set of 6) all from bonnieandneil.com.au J’

RECIPE NOTE: “We stock pine syrup at Meatsmith, and some good delis and specialty food stores will sell it. If pine syrup is unavailable, the best-quality maple syrup you can find is a good substitute.” Australian butcher shops have always been socia

“Another hummus recipe. Can you believe it? Chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic and salt. How hard could it be? It isn’t that hard at all, but as with so many simple foods, the care taken in the process is what makes the difference. To make your hummus

SERVES 12 ¾ cup (180ml) pomegranate balsamic vinegar (see note)4 cups (1L) chilled lemonade4 cups (1L) chilled ginger ale1 (900g) small sweet pineapple, peeled, quartered lengthwise, cored and shaved into long thin lengths250g small strawberries, unh

RECIPE NOTE: “You can get your butcher to prepare and tie your beef, and ask them to leave the outer cap on – this is where the fat and flavour is.” “Standing rib has everything: a thick layer of creamy fat that becomes crisp and golden, marbling thr

“You can make this into smaller individual rostis, but I really like having a large one in the middle of the table so everyone can get involved. If you’re feeling fancy, you could add salmon roe, or even caviar to really make it a plush side. This ba

“Toasted butter and malty muscovado sugar makes these softly spiced humps the sweetest cookie in the jar. A scoop of rye flour brings an earthy flavour and a slight heft to the chew. If you want to skip the sugar syrup coating, a thin icing sugar gla

“This stunning yet effortless trifle is the perfect show-stopper dessert for Christmas, and you don’t need to tell anybody how easy it was to put together!” - Lucy Nunes RECIPE NOTE: If baking ginger isn’t available, you can use finely chopped crysta

RECIPE NOTE: “If you have hot hands, cool them on a bag of frozen peas before rolling the truffles. The coffee can be replaced with spices, such as cinnamon, star anise or vanilla. Instead of cocoa powder, roll the truffles in crushed roasted nuts” “

Call me over-prepared, but I’ve already written my mental packing list for my next visit to Heckfield Place. Any stay at this Hampshire country house retreat is going to be memorable but if you really want to make the most of it, there are a few thin

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1. A new wave of luxury has hit Byron Bay. The 24-room Hotel Marvell is conveniently located just off Jonson Street in the heart of Byron Bay, and is home to a stunning rooftop bar and pool (a first for Byron), lush suites and a fancy new seafood-foc

A road trip can be a magical thing. An adventure that (for many of us) is rich in nostalgia. Maybe, like me, your memories of them are always mingled with balmy summers, where hands were permanently sticky from servo ice creams, and the back seat was

After almost three years of strict lockdowns and border closures, South Africa’s ‘Mother City’ is back in the picture. While tourists were away, art insiders started opening their homes for overnight guests, while a slew of young Black chefs have rev