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Stephanie Alexander Gives Her Most Iconic Title, The Cook’s Companion, a Huge Upgrade for 2026

On the 30th anniversary of her landmark cookbook, we took the national treasure herself for lunch at Gimlet in Melbourne. We chatted about the book’s incredible legacy, the one dish she never orders at restaurants and her top tip for building confidence in the kitchen.

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Just In: Europe Says It’s Cool for Australia To Use the Name “Prosecco”

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Australia Once Again Dominates the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants List

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Where Chefs Eat: A Mornington Peninsula Restaurant Hit List From Many Little’s Gayan Pieris

The Peninsula’s Reopened Crittenden Restaurant Is Perfect for Long Lunches

New Hire: Head Chef Craig Lunn Brings His Michelin Cred to Ten Minutes by Tractor

Enter Now: Applications for the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition Are Open

The global culinary program returns after Ardy Ferguson’s 2025 win. In partnership with Sanpellegrino, entries are now open until June 9 for the 2026/2027 competition.

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First Cook: Madeleine De Proust’s Debut Cookbook Is a Project Baker’s Dream

Food writer and home cook Gemma Plunkett tries her hand at perfecting Hyoju Park and Rong Yao Soh’s yuzu spin on the classic French madeleine.

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Why Are Chefs Putting Albany Rock Oysters on the Menu?

The pre-dinner oyster is a ritual for many, but the variety matters. In partnership with Leeuwin Coast, we speak to Il Bacaro's chef about why Albany rock oysters are a restaurant staple – and worth ordering.

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10 Zucchini Recipes To Shake Up Your Roast Veggie Routine – From Salads To Stir-Fries

The humble veggie has a habit of taking over the garden – and then the fridge. Here’s how to make the most of the seasonal glut, including an ex-fine-dining chef’s versatile salad and Rosheen Kaul’s stir-fried squash with a “perfect” sauce.

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Start Your Morning With Purpose and Free Coffee From Top Roasters in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

Iced oat latte and Atomic Habits, or strong long black with The Let Them Theory? In partnership with Audible, here’s how and where to grab a free cuppa for pairing with your fave title.

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Win: A Penfolds Bin 389 Magnum Designed by Troye Sivan

With only a select few available worldwide, the ultra-limited wine release is an instant collector’s item. Thanks to Penfolds, one lucky winner will take a bottle home.

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Recipe: Elizabeth Hewson Says Slather Your Roast Chook in Anchovy Cream

And we say, “Yes, queen!”

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Recipe: Elizabeth Hewson’s Simple Pantry Curry Is Endlessly Adaptable (Just Like You)

Scraping the bottom of the fridge? The Sydney author’s fast and flexible recipe will put you back on top with a little pantry power and whatever fresh ingredients you’ve got on hand.

Food And Drink

Stephanie Alexander Gives Her Most Iconic Title, The Cook’s Companion, a Huge Upgrade for 2026

Just In: Europe Says It’s Cool for Australia To Use the Name “Prosecco”

Australia Once Again Dominates the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants List

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Peter Kuruvita Wants Melbourne To Taste Sri Lanka First, Then Visit

Chef’s Kiss: Supermarket Fish Sauces Tested and Rated

Enter Now: Applications for the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition Are Open

First Cook: Madeleine De Proust’s Debut Cookbook Is a Project Baker’s Dream

The Best Restaurants on the Mornington Peninsula

Best Wineries on the Mornington Peninsula

Best Cafes on the Mornington Peninsula

Why Are Chefs Putting Albany Rock Oysters on the Menu?

10 Zucchini Recipes To Shake Up Your Roast Veggie Routine – From Salads To Stir-Fries

Start Your Morning With Purpose and Free Coffee From Top Roasters in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

Win: A Penfolds Bin 389 Magnum Designed by Troye Sivan

Recipe: Elizabeth Hewson Says Slather Your Roast Chook in Anchovy Cream

Recipe: Elizabeth Hewson’s Simple Pantry Curry Is Endlessly Adaptable (Just Like You)