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a sweet start • DARK CHOCOLATE COFFEE BUNDT CAKE WITH SALTED NUTS

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food news • We round up the latest food and restaurant news from Australia and across the globe.

Bloody Mary Twist • This Bloody Mary is the perfect mix of savoury, spicy, and zesty, ideal for brunch or any time you need a bold, grown-up cocktail. The garnish of a mini gherkin, green olive, and lemon wedge adds flavour and flair.

BARTENDER’S SECRETS • EASY GARNISH TRICKS THAT MAKE YOUR DRINKS LOOK PRO

In A Pickle • If you’ve ever found yourself with a glut of produce and no idea what to do with it, Pocket Pickler is your new best friend. Created by Alex Elliott-Howery, co-founder of Sydney’s beloved Cornersmith café, this compact collection pulls together her most loved recipes for pickles, chutneys, relishes, and sauces. Each recipe is arranged by season, making it easy to preserve what’s fresh, in surplus, or too good to waste. Whether you’re new to pickling or a longtime fermenting fan, this guide is all about flavour, resourcefulness, and putting every last carrot, cucumber, or tomato to good use.

Unique Places

Weeknight Ideas

5 WAYS WITH POMEGRANATE • Pomegranate is one of those ingredients that instantly elevates a dish, its jewel-like seeds (also known as arils) add a burst of colour, crunch, and sweet-tart flavour. Whether you’re working with the fresh fruit or the juice, it’s incredibly versatile in both sweet and savoury dishes. Here are five easy and delicious ways to use pomegranate in your kitchen.

LUXURY WELLNESS

Aussie Seafood • Chef Guy Turland has teamed up with Tassal Seafood to create a simple yet impressive seafood platter that’s perfect for sharing. Using top-quality Tassal products, this delicious spread brings together a range of crowd-pleasing recipes served on one generous dish, including herb-crusted BBQ Tassal Barramundi, Tassal fresh cooked Aussie tiger prawns, and soft, golden flatbread. It’s an effortless way to serve up fresh Australian seafood with maximum flavour and style.

DROP OF SUNSHINE • In her beautifully comforting new cookbook Handfuls of Sunshine, Tilly Pamment invites readers into a world of simple joys and sweet moments, drawn from her love of baking and seasonal living. With a focus on nourishing treats made to share, each recipe is a celebration of warmth, flavour, and home.

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travel news

UNIQUE PLACES

Luxury in the South of France..

Viva La FRANCE 15 MUST-VISIT FRENCH DESTINATIONS • France is a country that feels like a patchwork of postcards, each region offering its own version of beauty, from sun-drenched coastlines and rolling vineyards to medieval villages and snow-capped mountains. Whether you're drawn to the timeless romance of Paris, the lavender fields of Provence, or the rugged cliffs of Normandy, there's no shortage of stunning places to explore. Some are world-famous, others are quiet and hidden, but all are worth visiting for the way they capture the spirit, charm, and diversity of France. Here are some of the most beautiful places in the country that should be on every traveller’s list.

Dream Destination

a week in Provence • Lavender scented fields, slow days and local wine, it turns out a week in the French countryside may just be the best medicine.

Paris, France • Paris has a way of capturing the imagination like few other cities can. From its world-famous landmarks and elegant streets to its quiet gardens and hidden cafés, it’s a place where everyday moments feel...