Straight from the food memoir of Pakistani storyteller, Sumayya Usmani, here are two recipes to try for curry for the soul, and the perfect chai companion.
Tomorrow, Friday 2 June, is National Donut Day – or is it ‘Doughnut’ Day?
The first National Donut Day was celebrated by The Salvation Army in Chicago, 1938, to honour their members, 'The Donut Lassie'. In 1917, eleven female officers served donuts to soldiers during WWI, bringing sweetness and smiles to the battlefield.
Winter is officially here! Apple pie is good for the soul at any time of year, but especially now, when it’s hard to resist hauling into hibernation. Add some extra indulgence (as a reward for staying warm) with a dark choc crumble.
King Charles has crowned his coronation dish, and it reportedly costs around $38 to make. The King’s quiche comes packed with “delicate flavours of spinach, broad beans and fresh tarragon”. However, if you’re celebrating Coronation Day (6 May) there are countless quiche fillings to choose from.
This year, why not kick the Mother’s Day classics up a notch? Instead of chocolates or any old breakfast in bed, start Mum’s day of right with fluffy chocolate pancakes, then really knock her socks off with homemade ice cream sandwiches.
Today, 22 April is Earth Day 2023. Given that 7,000 litres of water is needed to produce a single pound of beef, compared to only 147 litres per pound of vegetables, one person going meat-free for one day a week can save 500 litres of water per meal! Look no further for some unique salads to spice up your veggie intake, straight from the horn of Africa.
As leaves start to turn golden and the autumn breeze moves in, Canberrans are cracking out their cardigans, and what better way to warm up than with a steaming pile of noodles?
In the ancient tale of the ‘Love Cake’, the cake is baked as a romantic gesture to charm a prince … what better lucky charm to serve up to guests on your special day.
Tuesday 21 February is Pancake Tuesday! This Instagram-able recipe is deceivingly simple to make. The only extra ingredients you need are food colouring and your favourite red berries.
If you’re looking for unique lunchbox fillers to try, why not take notes from the Japanese? Onigiri are widely sold in Japanese convenience stores as they are super easy to grab and go
Looking for a tasty lunchbox alternative to the standard sandwich? Try these savoury baked slices that double as a family friendly meal when eaten warm from the oven and are equally delicious served cold in the school or work lunch box.
Another summer favourite is the sweet and slightly floral lychee. If you can resist devouring a whole bowl at once (I certainly struggle), why not give these lush recipes a go?
