The traditional Japanese beverage, sake, is not only delicious and versatile, but is loaded with amino acids, resulting in several health benefits Soju has had its turn in the sun, now it’s time to give sake some love. Made from fermented rice, water, koji (rice mould) and yeast, sake is often referred to as Japanese rice wine, but its production process is closer to that of beer than wine. Of course, the consumption of any alcoholic beverage should be in moderation but, unlike most wine, sake has no preservatives or sulphites, and its heavy amino acid profile has several health benefits that ..read more

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During my childhood, there was always a certain aroma in our kitchen that filled me with nostalgia whenever I caught a whiff of it. It’s the kind of smell that takes you back to your roots and makes you feel at home. I’m excited to share with you a recipe that embodies those feelings: my mum’s homemade moussaka. This recipe has travelled over a century through my family. While there’s a traditional meat version with beef, I’m going to walk you through a delicious veggie moussaka that’s a nod to my family’s culinary history, rooted in the flavours of the western coast of Turkey. Ingredients: Se ..read more

In action, chef Angie Giannakodakis is mesmerising to watch. On set, she made us laugh and filled our bellies with good, wholesome food. And during this chat, we discovered the meaning of her restaurant, Epocha, the hidden gem located across the road from Carlton Gardens, and the significance of the silverbirch tree out the front. What does the word Epocha mean? It means an era, a season, an instance in time. Eleven years ago, I finished up at one of the restaurant groups I was with and I thought, ‘This is about my time, it’s about my time to do some really good work, to bring hospitality tog ..read more

This delight is sure to get tails wagging and tongues drooling! The homemade masterpiece is crafted with love and care, using wholesome ingredients that not only satisfy your furry friend’s taste buds but also ensure they enjoy a nutritious treat. Serves: 1 cake Ingredients: Recommended as a treat only, no more than 100-200g per serving. 1kg sweet potato, peeled & roughly chopped 1kg fresh chicken mince Olive oil or coconut oil, for cooking 200g Greek yoghurt Handful Lyka Air-dried Treats Handful fresh raspberries Handful fresh blueberries Method: Add the sweet potato to a large saucepa ..read more

This beautiful combination of flavours will delight the senses of the whole family! Serves: 10 Ingredients: 150g plain sweet biscuits (I like Digestives but any sweet biscuits will do) 60g unsalted butter, melted Murray River Salt Flakes 2 x 225g Bega Original Cream Cheese Block, softened 1 cup panela sugar 3 free-range eggs, separated Zest 1 orange & 1/4 cup juice 1 tsp vanilla bean paste 1 1/2 tbsp cornfl our Driscoll’s Blackberries, to serve Lindt Lindor Balls, to serve Blackberry Compote 125g punnets Driscoll’s Blackberries 1/ 4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 2 tbsp maple syrup S ..read more

Melbourne is a magical place to visit at Christmas. Its electric festive atmosphere, thriving culinary scene, cultural diversity and numerous holiday events and activities make it the perfect destination for the whole family. One of Emma’s favourite places to visit is the iconic Queen Victoria Market. For more than a century, Queen Victoria Market has served as Melbourne’s beating heart and soul. Spanning two city blocks, the historic landmark stands as a lively and bustling urban marketplace offering local and international gourmet foods, cosmetics, jewellery, clothing and souvenirs. Queen Vi ..read more

The colours in this delicious vegetarian terrine just scream Christmas! Simply place the Beetroot & Cream Cheese Terrine in the middle of the table and watch it disappear in minutes. Serves: 6-8 Ingredients: 2 large or 4 medium red beetroot 2 x 225g tubs Bega Original Cream Cheese Spreadable Small handful of chopped fresh chives Small handful of chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 clove garlic, crushed Murray River Salt Flakes & freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tbsp chopped roasted hazelnuts Mazzetti Aged Balsamic Vinegar Gold Label, to drizzle Extra-virgin olive oil, to serve Mi ..read more