Tapenade
I like olives in any shape and variety. For me, Tapenade, is the best you can do with an olive. This Mediterranean sauce/dip gives you the full, earthy, rich and...
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Rajasthani Roast Rump of Lamb with Corn Sauce
Though this dish is full of Indian flavours the technique of searing the meat and then reducing the sauce is distinctly French in style. The silky corn sauce is common...
Aloo Ki Tarkari (Pakistani Potato Curry)
Aloo Ki Tarkari is a delicious vegetarian potato curry and it’s one of the most popular foods in Pakistan. Pakistanis like this served for breakfast with paratha or roti. Alternatively, you could...
Buttermilk Shrimp with Coconut Quinoa
This is a fantastic buttermilk shrimp recipe by Chef Michael Moore which comes with a flavorful and healthy coconut quinoa. Enjoy! Related: Savory Quinoa MuffinsRelated: Easy Guacamole & Shrimp TacosRelated:...
Roast Pork Belly with Apple Sauce
Who doesn’t like pork with apple sauce? Kurobuta pork was originally one of the old English Berkshire breeds but was later developed in Japan (hence the name: kurobuta means black...
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Cider and Herbs
This Brussels sprout with bacon recipe is a fantastic side dish created by celebrity Chef Graham Elliot that you simply need to add to your culinary repertoire. Enjoy!
Steamed Prawns with Papaya-Honey Salsa
Fruity goodness with a prawn – this is how I would describe this recipe. Personally, papaya or pawpaw is one of my favorite fruits. I like it for breakfast with...
Glazed Pork Ribs with Scallions & Togarashi
This is a delicious glazed pork ribs recipe which is a must-try for every pork ribs fan. If you don’t have togarashi in your pantry, you can use a mix...
Pickled Oyster w/ Iced Cucumber, Wine & Spicy Apple Foam
This is a stunning Michelin-starred oyster dish by Chef Martin Berasategui. It’s an exquisite dish aimed at professional chefs or highly skilled home cooks.
Sea Bass Cannoli with Melon and Celery Salad
Cannolo Siciliano or cannoli (i.e. plural for cannolo) is probably Sicily’s most famous delicacy. These tube-shaped shells of fried dough are usually filled with ricotta cheese and garnished with pistachio...
Halibut w/ Curry, Romanesco & Bergamot Oil
This is a delicious halibut recipe by Chef Stephen Toman. It’s served with a delicious sauce and curry and topped with a super flavorful bergamot oil. Delish! Related: Seared Grouper...
Stuffed Quail Legs
This is an Indian-inspired stuffed quail legs recipe which is incredibly flavorful like you would expect an Indian dish to be. It’s a great main dish that you can pair...
French Roast Duck with Orange Sauce
The French make the best roast duck. Period. This is a fantastic duck recipe by Chef Gui Alinat that you simply have to try out. It comes with a superb...
Roasted Halibut w/ Beetroot, Bacon, Black Pudding Dressing & Horseradish Cream
This is a superb roasted halibut recipe with beetroot, bacon and a delicious black pudding dressing and horseradish cream. It’s an elegant halibut recipe, but one that’s approachable by everyday...
Venison Tartare w/ Amaranth & Chestnut Mustard
This is an elegant venison tartare recipe flavored with amaranth and chestnut mustard. Don’t worry though if you can’t find chestnut mustard at your local gourmet shop as you can...
Grilled Langoustines with Thai Red Curry
This is a great way to cook langoustines over the grill and mixed with a slightly spicy and flavorful Thai red curry sauce. Simply delicious! Enjoy this grilled langoustines recipe...
Zucchini Soup with Lemon Thyme and Ginger
Although it has recently felt a bit like summer, it technically is still spring. And since it is, I thought what better way to highlight this fact than with a...
Split Pea and Ham Soup
This recipe builds on my Mother’s recipe that I recall so fondly from my childhood in Canada. After a hard day of play in the cold west coast winter rain,...
Spiced Snapper on Citrus & Mint Couscous
This dish builds on a recipe my friend Damian gave to me a couple of years back. I was working with him on a function for the annual Melbourne Cup...
Hummus Recipe by Chef Thomas Wenger
I like the Middle Eastern Mezze or appetizers. Mezze almost always consists, of Hummus (chickpea - sesame spread) and Babaganoush (eggplant- sesame dip) served with warm pita bread. Other items...
Pepper-Crusted Roast Beef Tenderloin
“My brother in law Darren is the best steak cook I know!” I was very young when I first proclaimed that, in fact I may have said “my sister’s new...