Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit with its very high vitamin C guarantees that my recipes are bursting with flavour, antioxidants, and all-important immune-boosting activity while the low G.I. count ensures balanced energy throughout the day. This recipe was exclusively styled and developed for Zespri, and photographed by Nelly le Comte. Like our work? Get more info on our food styling and product development services here. Warm king prawns and Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit salad with herbed quinoa Serves … [Read more...] about Prawn and kiwi summer salad
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Jamon Serrano caramelized onion pastry
This is a great way to utilise that last slice of frozen puff pastry you might have in the freezer. The Consorcio Jamon Serrano Ham reproduces the traditional method that has been used throughout the centuries by the Serrano Ham experts. It is available in Australia behind the deli counter at major supermarkets. Perfect for Christmas or an easy Sunday brunch. … [Read more...] about Jamon Serrano caramelized onion pastry
Puffy Turkey & Herb Pull-Apart Sausage Rolls
Here's a tasty addition to your Christmas or Australia Day menu. Our Turkey Sausage Rolls are great for a covid safe crowd or to have over a few days. A special project we created with the mastermind behind the lens Photographer Nelly le Comte for our long-time friends at Nuttelex. https://www.foodhealthwealth.com/nuttelex-zucchini-fritters-with-lime/ https://www.foodhealthwealth.com/nuttelex-whole-roasted-jerk-cauliflower/ … [Read more...] about Puffy Turkey & Herb Pull-Apart Sausage Rolls
Salad of turkey, berries and cranberry gomasio
Here’s a fancy festive salad to make the most of leftovers from Christmas day or as a beautifully healthy alternative to the traditional roast bird. This recipe will work well with berries, cherries, nectarine or mango. Extract from The Healing Feeling by Samantha Gowing - Shop Here … [Read more...] about Salad of turkey, berries and cranberry gomasio
Club Med Phuket CSR event
Recently I had the great pleasure of returning to Club Med Phuket with our Meetings & Events AU & NZ team to deliver this wonderful CSR event showcasing sustainable farming and local produce. It has been a joy to continue my role as Club Med Asia Pacific Executive Wellness Chef and share the spirit of good food with delegates and guests. … [Read more...] about Club Med Phuket CSR event
Primex lamb salad with pomegranate
Primex returned to Casino, NSW in November over three fabulous, days. The Paddock To Plate pavilion showcased some of the region's finest producers. Chefs Darren Robertson of Three Blue Ducks, Mindy Woods from Karkalla, and my good self presented a varied daily menu as part of Nourish Food Fest sharing a variety of food experiences utlising locally produced foods and products, creating the connection between farmers and foodies. More than 10,000 people flooded through the gates for the final … [Read more...] about Primex lamb salad with pomegranate
Cup Day Chicken Sandwiches
Melbourne Cup Day always holds mixed emotions for me. It's one of the days that I miss my Dad immensely, and his Melbourne Cup winning story is the stuff of legend. Here's a popular, very indulgent chicken sandwich recipe to commemorate the day. Great for Christmas Day too! Black & white images source https://www.foodhealthwealth.com/the-princess-and-the-pauper/ … [Read more...] about Cup Day Chicken Sandwiches
Sìchuān pork & peanut dumplings
The art of stuffed noodles dates back to the days of Marco Polo and his family, who were Venetian travellers that journeyed toward Constantinople. However a war blocked their return, so they travelled eastward and reached the eastern capital Kaifeng, Shangdu in C.1266. This was the summer capital residence of the great emperor of China, Kublai Khan, grandson of Ghengis Khan. Read more Sìchuān is a style of Chinese cuisine originating from the Sìchuān Province. The flavours of this delicious … [Read more...] about Sìchuān pork & peanut dumplings
How to make teriyaki salmon
Many moons ago when I was still a wayward, moped-riding teenager, I managed a great Japanese restaurant in Melbourne. A glamourous izakaya bar with plush tatami rooms and serious table cooking that I would perform on a nightly basis strapped inside a glorious orange and silver silk kimono - sadly no photos were ever taken, but hopefully you'll get the picture! During these formative years, I devoured every piece of traditional Japanese culinary wisdom I could get my chopsticks into. … [Read more...] about How to make teriyaki salmon
Peking duck pancakes – gluten free
This is the fastest way I know to get that Peking feeling without paying Flower Drum prices! https://www.foodhealthwealth.com/easy-peking-duck-pancakes/ https://www.foodhealthwealth.com/coconut-pancakes/ … [Read more...] about Peking duck pancakes – gluten free
Crispy potato peels with carrot top macadamia pesto & Black Betty Bam
With the current challenges we face such as rising food costs and food security, the war on waste has never been more urgent. Times have changed from the days when feasting and the quest for exotic ingredients were highly sought after. These days people are becoming increasingly concerned with how our food is grown, where it comes from and what they can to do contribute to the local economy, ecology and the environment. So here are a few ways to reduce waste and enhance flavour everyday. I've … [Read more...] about Crispy potato peels with carrot top macadamia pesto & Black Betty Bam
How to use seaweed – why is seaweed healthy
Why is seaweed healthy? Did you know that by adding seaweed to legumes while they are cooking helps to soften them and also helps to detoxify them? For improved flavour and digestion, more nutrients, and faster cooking, place soaked kombu or kelp seaweed in the bottom of the pot. Add 1 part seaweed to 6 or more parts legumes. Use seaweed soak water to cook grains and vegetables. In 2010 I was lucky enough to train with Paul Pitchford, author of Healing with Whole Foods who declares that sea … [Read more...] about How to use seaweed – why is seaweed healthy
How to make seafood dumplings
Chinese New Year Facts Wear new clothes and ensure you are polite to others on the first day of the New Year – it sets the tone for the year to come. To bring good luck, place nine oranges in a bowl in your lounge room as oranges symbolize riches and are said to bring good financial luck for the coming year - and you can eat them afterwards! Decorate your home to welcome in the New Year. Red is a popular colour as it scares away evil spirits and bad fortune. Clean your house from … [Read more...] about How to make seafood dumplings