Published on April 10, 2026

Food Editor Lichelle May explores the art of making homemade marshmallows and fun recipes to use them in. Think toasted marshmallow, sweet and sticky cookie dessert or even the fruit-filled variety.   Homemade vanilla marshmallow  Soft, pillowy and worlds apart from its store-bought counterpart, homemade marshmallows turn simple ingredients into pure joy.  Makes 1 tray […]

Published on April 9, 2026

Chilli crunch is a spicy condiment made from toasted chillies, garlic and flavourings in oil – the perfect multi-sensory addition to any dish!    Chilli crunch   Drizzle it over noodles, eggs, roasted veggies or just about anything really, to add heat, texture and aroma.   Makes 1½ cups   Ingredients  ½ cup whole dried chillies  1 cup vegetable or canola oil  1 cinnamon stick  2 whole star anise 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns  5-6 cloves garlic, chopped 3cm ginger, peeled […]

Published on April 2, 2026

Silky custard and buttery pastry come together in a golden syrup hug that melts on the tongue like a dessert daydream and best of all, you only need a few pantry staples.  Golden syrup custard tart Serves 6-8  Ingredients ½ packet (250g) phyllo pastry, defrosted ½ cup (125g) butter, melted 3 cups (750ml) milk ½ cup (125ml) custard powder ½ cup (125ml) […]

Published on April 2, 2026

These carrot cake loaves are moreish and light. This is the sweet treat your family and friends will ask you to make over and over again.  Mini carrot cake loaves Makes 12  Ingredients For the carrot cake:  2 cups (300g) flour 2 tsp (10ml) baking powder ½ tsp (2.5ml) bicarbonate of soda 1 tsp (5ml) salt 2 tsp (10ml) cinnamon ½ tsp (2.5ml) […]

Published on April 2, 2026

Easy and sophisticated, nothing says Easter like pickled fish. Swap the bread with hot-cross buns, if you are feeling adventurous.  Pickled fish toast Serves 4-6  Ingredients 8 slices bread of your choice ¼ cup butter, softened ¼ cup mixed sesame seeds 1 tub (500g) store-bought pickled fish 1 avocado 1 lemon, zested and juiced Salt and milled pepper 1 spring onion, peeled […]

Published on April 1, 2026

In the mood for baking and creating? Try these hot cross buns that also wanted to be like sweet cinnamon rolls —they are worth the hype.  Hot cross buns cinnamon rolls Makes 12  Ingredients For the dough:  4¼ cups (640g) flour + extra for dusting 1 sachet (10g) instant dry yeast ½ cup (110g) caster sugar 2 tsp (10ml) ground cinnamon 2 tsp […]

Published on March 31, 2026

Add an element of crunch by folding through chopped nuts or melted chocolate.  Toasted marshmallow ice cream  Makes 1.5L  Ingredients 1 can (385g) condensed milk 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla essence 2 cups (500ml) whipping cream 1–2 packets (150g each) pink and white mini marshmallows    Method Whisk together condensed milk and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk cream until […]

Published on March 30, 2026

 One pan, endless flavour. From gooey lasagna to a pizza that’s pure joy, these recipes are downright delicious… all with minimal mess!      Italian chicken and bean traybake   Serves 4    Ingredients   Salt and milled pepper  3-4 frozen chicken leg quarters, defrosted  Glug olive oil  1 onion, chopped  2 cloves garlic, chopped  ½ cup red wine (optional)  […]

Published on March 30, 2026

Autumn’s here, and that means apples, spice and everything nice. Whether you’re craving a gooey cheesecake crumble with a fruity twist or a golden tart topped with gingerbread crunch – these two desserts are the ultimate way to sweeten autumn’s chillier evenings.    1. Apple raspberry and cheesecake crumble  Makes about 9 squares     Ingredients  For the crust:   100g salted pretzels, finely crushed + extra for serving   ⅓ cup […]

Published on March 27, 2026

Weekends are made for baking and these three tart treats are here to steal the show. From a tropical marshmallow delight to a zesty lemon classic and a piña colada twist, each recipe is a little slice of happiness.    1. Tropical marshmallow tart  Serves 6-8      Ingredients  1½ packets (200g) Tennis biscuits, crushed finely ½ cup […]