Take the hassle out of festive cooking with this sensational dish
The effort is minimal, leaving you only to slice and serve on the big day.
Food & Drink
Catatouille, anyone? Viewers urged to eat invasive species
Inspired by subversive artist Kirsha Kaechele’s recipe book, ABC is screening a six-part series on devouring the animals and plants that threaten Australia’s unique biodiversity.
Raising a glass to a century of Tahbilk
This winer is time capsule and an innovation hub, a living museum and an evolving wine business.
‘Full recovery takes time’: Maggie Beer on her fall and mission to help older Australians
The much-loved chef sustained shocking injuries after a fall at home in August. After three emergency surgeries and an extended period of recovery, the beloved cook is set on returning to the kitchen for Christmas.
The ultimate Aussie Christmas feast
Celebrate this silly season with our ultimate guide to Christmas recipes. From showstopping seafood dishes to perfect roasts, delicious desserts, and festive drinks, these recipes are holiday table must-haves. Explore our curated collection to make this Christmas a real treat.
A sexy retro canape to get your Christmas feast started
This is a nod to retro canapés. It is easy to prep in advance and then fry just as your guests settle in with their drink.
Lennox Hastie’s Christmas best
Let the quality of the produce speak for itself with this seafood dazzler.
This Christmas treat is the bombe
This is a dish that captures the theatre of fire, the spirit of Christmas, and the pleasure of shared indulgence.
Is this the world’s most stylish small hotel?
Hospitality insiders around the world speak of this place with deep reverence. It feels like you have arrived at the house of a wealthy relative who also happens to have the most immaculate taste.
Festive fizz: three sparklings to put a pop in your party
High-quality bubbles produced by Australian vineyards offer a top alternative to French Champagne at a fraction of the price in this exclusive deal.
Three new-fashioned cocktails to get your Christmas party started
‘You’re an adult so pick your own battles, bottles and alcohol content, if any. There’s a glass for everyone’
The old mates putting the joy in wine making
The lifelong punk music fans have called the project “Decades”, ostensibly after the Joy Division song; in reality it means much more.
The easiest way to make fried zucchini flowers
Hot, crispy batter with a touch of spice, sweetness and freshness: it’s an experience we all deserve.
Taste the summer in these stuffed tomatoes
Stuffed tomatoes, like summer itself, invite endless possibilities. Play around with what you like, or have in the fridge.
Wine club deal: $1000 case for bargain hunters
For the first time in the history of the wine club we’re offering a dozen with a retail value of more than $1000 – with a saving of more than $700.
The mystery behind one of our greatest value red wines
It’s one of Australia’s greatest value reds: a shiraz cabernet blend from Langhorne Creek that should be on every red wine lover’s ‘go to’ list. Let’s hope the winemakers don’t ask for a pay rise.
Proving once and for all the pav is Aussie
A pavlova to end the debate once and for all. This classic Christmas dish is 100% Australian.
The pork belly that will have your guests begging for more
Pork belly is always a crowd-pleaser, and this is no exception.
Quick, easy, healthy: weeknight dinners you’ll love
Weeknights call for quick yet wholesome meals that require little effort but still taste delicious. Try a nutritious cauliflower and grain salad or a gut-friendly curry.
The holy grail of pork spare ribs
When you see meat cooked this slowly, this intentionally, it feels almost spiritual.
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