Holly Bodeker-Smith

The Masterchef star and cookbook author blends Indian spices and chicken with Chinese stir-fry technique. The result is a comforting bowl that captures the “bold, vibrant local flavours” of Mauritius.

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.

Four weeks of stand-up, improv, sketch and cabaret are coming to Perth this autumn – and you’ll want to eat well between sets. In partnership with Century Entertainment, we’ve rounded up the best spots for pre-show dinners, interval drinks and post-show late-night bites.

These standout pieces will elevate your home without the gallery price tag – from Scandi-cool photography to Italian artisanship and bold graphics by emerging Melbourne artists.

The self-proclaimed “chocolate queen” – who’s made guest appearances on Masterchef – crowns her slice with a glossy chocolate ganache.

Come back for a second helping of guacamole and summer-ready tarts. These are the nine dishes Broadsheet readers loved most this summer – by Elizabeth Hewson, Patti Chimkire, Vincent Lim and more.

Follow the Obamas’ fine-dining trail. Order a world-class cocktail before catching a play. Or take a private helicopter ride to a top winery. In partnership with Luxury Travel Event, here’s our guide on how to experience the culture-packed city at its finest.

Waterfront brasseries, hidden omakase restaurants, luxury bathhouses and more. In partnership with the Luxury Travel Event, here’s how to experience the west coast city at its finest.

When you can’t get to Sicily, make pasta alla norma. The comforting eggplant-laden dish is named after a 19th-century opera – and it’s well worth singing about.

You’re pulling out the mortar and pestle for this standout starter. Plus, there’s an easy trick to really unlock the flavours.

Need to eat, but also need to be horizontal? This vegetarian dinner is truly a one-pot affair – toss the rice, refried beans, veggies and spices in together and let the oven work its magic.

If you’re looking for your next baking challenge, this delicate, citrus-spiked show stopper is it. Patti Chimkire of Mali Bakes shares her foolproof method for a soft, gluten-free dessert you’ll want to make “again and again”.