NATIVE EATING: LEMON MYRTLE CAULIFLOWER

NATIVE EATING: LEMON MYRTLE CAULIFLOWER

October 13 2023
A crispy, whole roasted cauliflower served on a spicy lemon myrtle chimichurri.  The lemon myrtle is the hero, bringing out the nutty sweetness of the cauliflower. It's simple to make and pairs well with any main. 
Desert lime and sea rosemary cake

Native Eating: Desert Lime & Macadamia Cake

August 31 2023

This native ingredient-inspired recipe by Warndu makes a cake that is moist, sweet and just perfect with a cup of tea. Desert lime and lemon myrtle give it zest and vibrance, sea rosemary adds another layer to the flavour profile.

NATIVE DRINKING: MULLED WINE

NATIVE DRINKING: MULLED WINE

June 6 2023
A batch of mulled wine using native ingredients brings the cosy indoors, imparting a wonderful scent throughout the home as it gently bubbles away, ready to warm up cold souls.
NATIVE EATING: PASSIONFRUIT RIVER MINT MOJITO

NATIVE EATING: PASSIONFRUIT RIVER MINT MOJITO

March 7 2023
A refreshing mojito with a tropical and native twist, featuring passionfruit and native River Mint. A subtle Australian native herb, River Mint makes a great substitute for other types of mint with the taste of spearmint.  
Lemon Myrtle Tree

NATIVE FOODS TO GROW AT HOME

September 30 2022

Native plants are intrinsically suited to our climate and soil conditions. With an increasing interest in the flavours and health benefits of native foods, now is a great time to grow them at home. 

LEMON MYRTLE ROAST CHICKEN

NATIVE EATING: LEMON MYRTLE ROAST CHICKEN

December 14 2021
Give your roast an Australian twist this festive season using native herbs and spices - a divine recipe created by Meg Yonson using dried lemon myrtle, garlic, thyme and bay leaves.
NATIVE EATING: KAKADU PLUM ENERGY BALLS

NATIVE EATING: KAKADU PLUM ENERGY BALLS

March 9 2021
A delicious little snack to have while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee, these vitamin C packed treats, made with Kakadu Plum and ginger are a perfect healthy alternative to munch on.
Davidson's plum panna cotta

NATIVE EATING: DAVIDSON PLUM PANNA COTTA

January 28 2021
We wanted to share a native recipe featuring Davidson plum and fresh finger lime.  A delicious and vibrantly coloured panna cotta for a sunny lunchtime menu. 
NATIVE EATING: SNAPPER WITH NATIVE SPICED BROTH

NATIVE EATING: SNAPPER WITH NATIVE SPICED BROTH

October 21 2020
We share a native recipe with a warming broth featuring spicy pepper berries and fresh Lemon Myrt...
Native Eating: Finger Lime & Lemon Syrup Cake

Native Eating: Finger Lime & Lemon Syrup Cake

August 6 2020
A zesty afternoon tea cake featuring fresh Australian finger lime pearls which are currently in s...
NATIVE EATING: SORBET WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE AND LEMON MYRTLE GANACHE

NATIVE EATING: SORBET WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE AND LEMON MYRTLE GANACHE

July 8 2020
A refreshing sorbet featuring native lemon aspen accompanied with Australian Lemon Myrtle and whi...
Native Eating: Lemon Myrtle Tea Cake

Native Eating: Lemon Myrtle Tea Cake

June 9 2020
A decadent afternoon tea cake from Matt Stone's book The Natural Cook featuring fragrant lemon my...
Native Eating: Wattleseed and Thyme Damper

Native Eating: Wattleseed and Thyme Damper

April 30 2020
A classic Australian bread that can be made in a camp oven on an open fire or in the oven at hom...
Native Eating: Chocolate and Macadamia Brownie

Native Eating: Chocolate and Macadamia Brownie

March 31 2020
We wanted to share a decadent recipe from Australian chef Alistair Wise.  A delicious way to pass...
Native Eating: Tasmanian Pepperberry Cured Huon Salmon

Native Eating: Tasmanian Pepperberry Cured Huon Salmon

November 22 2019
Cured salmon always makes a beautifully fresh starter or main, and curing fish is easier than you...
Native Eating: Saltbush Lamb Shanks with Watercress Polenta

Native Eating: Saltbush Lamb Shanks with Watercress Polenta

November 22 2019
Saltbush is a beautiful native Australian shrub that is a perfect accompaniment to lamb.  Tender ...
Native Eating: Wattleseed and Chilli Macadamias

Native Eating: Wattleseed and Chilli Macadamias

November 22 2019
These barbecue roasted macadamias make perfect nibbles whilst entertaining. Wattle seed can be bo...
Native eating: Chocolate and wattleseed self-saucing pudding

Native eating: Chocolate and wattleseed self-saucing pudding

November 21 2019
A self-saucing pudding with the addition of wattleseeds, a perfect accompaniment to chocolate wit...
NATIVE FOOD MONTH: PICKLED LILLY PILLY

NATIVE FOOD MONTH: PICKLED LILLY PILLY

September 24 2019
INGREDIENTS Makes 4-6 250ml jars  1kg Lilly Pilly (fresh is best but frozen and thawed on paper ...
Native eating: Raspberries with eucalyptus meringue by Pierre Roelofs

Native eating: Raspberries with eucalyptus meringue by Pierre Roelofs

June 26 2019
A fresh berry dessert with a hint of eucalyptus oil by chef Pierre Roelofs of Cafe Rosamond in Me...
Native eating: Stir-fried Australian greens by Kylie Kwong

Native eating: Stir-fried Australian greens by Kylie Kwong

June 13 2019
This dish by chef Kylie Kwong is incredibly simple and celebrates the diversity of Australian edi...
Native Eating: Quince & Lemon Myrtle Syrup Cake

Native Eating: Quince & Lemon Myrtle Syrup Cake

April 18 2019
A decadent afternoon treat featuring fragrant lemon myrtle poached quinces.  This cake is made w...
Native Eating: Carpaccio Kangaroo with Beetroot and Native Fruit

Native Eating: Carpaccio Kangaroo with Beetroot and Native Fruit

September 21 2018
These carpaccio kangaroo, native pepper berry, beetroot confit and horseradish baguettes were a h...
Native Eating: Wattleseed Brownies

Native Eating: Wattleseed Brownies

February 7 2018
These were a hit at the Bondi Wash Christmas Party.  Created and made by Jacqueline Alwill and th...
Native eating: Kingfish Crudo with Finger Lime

Native eating: Kingfish Crudo with Finger Lime

November 30 2017
Kingfish Crudo with Finger Lime by Enrico Tomelleri Peppers Vinaigrette for Kingfish crudo 3 tsp ...
Native eating: Maggie Beer's Lemon Myrtle BBQ Prawns

Native eating: Maggie Beer's Lemon Myrtle BBQ Prawns

November 20 2017
We were lucky to get permission to publish this native recipe from Maggie Beer's latest book 'Mag...