Bevy Time – The Clean Up
Enough alcohol already! It’s time to detox after those weeks of Olympian partying. Make a clean sweep with this blend of dietary fibres, mixed with beneficial bacteria that protect and improve your...
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SheSaid’s celebrity chef – Geoff JanszHere are some dishes that are packed full of goodness. Women need plenty of calcium, omega 3 and antioxidants. Fish and Mediterranean style cooking contains a lot...
View ArticleRestaurant of the week: Globe, VIC
Off for a spot of shopping on Melbourne’s most famous designer strip, Chapel Street? Stop by this hidden cafe gem and don’t forget to try the cakes! For 18 years, Globe has long been one of Chapel...
View ArticleOne for the Chocoholics!
Sucker for a sweet tooth? Check out these locally made chocolates with the craziest flavours ever! By Carla Caruso An Aussie touch What flavours do you usually associate with chocolate? Peppermint?...
View ArticleNew chilli-infused foods are all the rage!
The heat is on with these new (and interesting!) chilli taste sensations reports Gina Luca. Once upon a time, chilli was the flavour du jour if you were whipping up a curry, feasting on a Mexican...
View ArticleRestaurant review: Beaches, Manly
Like pizza? Like wine? Like cosy restaurants with friends? Book a table here and you won’t be disappointed says Editor Melissa! When you walk into Beaches you are instantly greeted by warm brick walls...
View ArticleFruitylicious Krispy Kremes!
OMG! The SheSaid office just had a box of Fruitylicious Krispy Kreme doughnuts delivered to the office and I had to share them with you (well, through pictures anyway) because they were soooo good!...
View ArticleRestaurant of the week: Mahjong, VIC
Our secret Melbourne food reviewer “Dishy Daisy” checked out this Cantonese gem and fell in love with the fried custard. Fitzroy Street in St Kilda is a colourful area. I once saw Chris Lilley in the...
View ArticleFree Ben & Jerry’s ice-cream!
I cannot even tell you how many people I know who are in full blown melt-down over the fact that Ben & Jerry’s is finally breaking the ice down under! The ice-cream brand, known around the world...
View ArticleDonna Hay’s Raspberry Ripple Semifreddo
Add a touch of Donna Hay to your Christmas lunch or dinner this year with beautiful recipes such as this one! Ingredients 360g raspberries 3 eggs 2 egg yolks, extra 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds...
View ArticleEat like a tennis star!
Even the most dedicated tennis stars need some down time between sets. So where do they go? They seek out some of Melbourne’s hippest and hidden dining venues to escape the spotlight. Here are a few...
View ArticleBlanco Bar and Restaurant review
Blanco Bar and Restaurant is nestled within the neon lit mayhem of Kings Cross but the decor, ambiance and food is simple and stylish. Just the way we like it! Since opening in September 2009, Blanco...
View ArticleRestaurant of the week: Lezzet, VIC
This week we go to Turkey for good food, good wine and good company! Welcome to Lezzet in Elwood, VIC. When turning a house into a home, we collect things – paint, add ornaments, textures and colours...
View ArticleCoconut Water Launches Down Under
Coconut Water Launches Down Under Finally our thirst is quenched ladies! The time has come for the Australian launch of the new ‘super’ drink that has taken the fashion world and celebs such as...
View ArticleAcai Berry Hype
Açaí Berry Hype! So have you heard the buzz about the Açaí berry? 1. Picked from the Açaí palm trees in the Amazon rainforest of South America, it’s a berry that’s been used for centuries to heel and...
View ArticleKrispy Kreme Winter Warm Fuzzies Doughnuts
Krispy Kreme have released three limited edition decadent doughnuts, sure to keep you snug in winter. So we gathered round for morning tea to taste test the range. Here’s our verdict: Coffee Glazed The...
View Article5 Minutes With Tony Bilson
5 Minutes With Tony Bilson Cuisine Now is the delicious brainchild of celebrated Master Chef Tony Bilson. Starting 11 January 2011, the 2-week festival of gastronomy will showcase a series of culinary...
View ArticleCooking Seafood And Summer Entertaining
Cooking Seafood And Summer Entertaining Nothing screams summer more than seafood, so for my fiance’s recent birthday I took him to Manta Restaurant at Sydney’s Finger Wharf at Woolloomooloo. It’s the...
View ArticleKaren Martini’s Secret Squirrel Bolognese With Macaroni
Karen Martini’s Secret Squirrel Bolognese with Macaroni Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 55 minutes Serves 4 – 6 Ingredients 120mls extra virgin olive oil 250gms beef mince 250gms Italian style pork...
View Article2-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse
Can you believe you can make the fluffiest, most decadent chocolate mousse with only 2 ingredients – chocolate and water? And it’s ready in 5 minutes! Because this 2-ingredient chocolate mousse recipe...
View ArticlePineapple And Oat Muffins
Brighten up these dreary winter days with these delightful pineapple muffins, packed with the goodness of oats and yoghurt. Serves 12 Ingredients 2 cups rolled oats 1 cup wholewheat stoneground flour 1...
View ArticleSaucy Chocolate Pudding
Sometimes, only a hot saucy chocolate pudding will do, served with a shock of cold vanilla ice cream of course! We love this no-fail recipe from chocolate cookbook 50 Shades of Chocolate. Ingredients...
View ArticlePulled Pork Sliders
Who doesn’t love sliders? My Kitchen Rules 2011 winners Sammy and Bella share a recipe for juicy pulled pork sliders served with a tangy passionfruit relish. Serves 4, makes 8 Ingredients 750 pork neck...
View ArticleBanana Passionfruit Bread With Ricotta
My Kitchen Rules 2011 winners Sammy and Bella share their favourite banana bread recipe flavoured with fresh passionfruit, topped with creamy ricotta – it makes a delicious breakfast or morning tea...
View ArticleThai Turkey Salad With Snake Beans And Avocado
My Kitchen Rules winners Sammy and Bella share an easy dinner recipe for a salad that’s bursting with delicious Thai flavours – and a great way to cook with healthy turkey! Serves 4 Ingredients600g...
View ArticlePineapple, Chili And Sweet Chicken Curry
Ditch the greasy takeaway and make this delicious Thai chicken curry recipe at home, ready in only 30 minutes! Serves 4-6 Ingredients750g chicken breast or thigh, chopped 500ml coconut milk 1tbsp red...
View ArticleHow To Incorporate Vodka In Your Cooking
This versatile spirit can be enjoyed just as much in the kitchen as in the bar! If you enjoy a tipple here or there but also spend your spare time sharpening your knives and citing Jamie and Nigella,...
View ArticleHow to Create the Perfect Cup of Coffee
Imagine waking up on a Sunday morning to perfect café-style coffee in the comfort of your own home. Sounds ideal – but unfortunately not everyone can make coffee like a pro. Coffee expert,...
View ArticleAlmond Milk Latte Recipe
A favourite of the fasting season, which forbids meat and dairy, this creamy almond milk latte is a delicious sample of Ethiopia’s coffee culture. Ingredients 1 cup of almonds 4 cups of water 2 dates 1...
View ArticleMeal Ideas for a Vegetarian Thanksgiving
Preparing a Thanksgiving feast can be hard enough, but what to do if your guests are vegetarian? The traditional holiday dinner is generally formed around a baked turkey, or other meat dish. Here is a...
View Article3 Easy Hor D’oeuvres For Your NYE Party
If you’re hosting a party this holiday season, throw away the sit-down dinner menu and whip up some easy and delicious appetizers to excite your guests. These recipes are also vegetarian-friendly!...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Cooking Tips For Roasting Any Type Of Meat
Do you steer clear of roasting certain types of meat out of fear your roast will be dry and inedible? Well, fear not! Regardless of what type of meat you’re roasting these simple tips will have your...
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