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Jul 6, 20203 min read

Lamb Shank with Saffron Risotto

This dish was inspired by a photo on royalebrat's Instagram. It was so visually stunning that I really want to make it. My version is not...

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Oeuf Cocotte with Truffle, Crispy Prosciutto and Buttered Brioche Toast

LemonTree

Jul 5, 20202 min read

Oeuf Cocotte with Truffle, Crispy Prosciutto and Buttered Brioche Toast

This is one of those classic dishes that are often forgotten in a world flooded with pretty brunch scenes on Instagram. This humble dish...

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Pan Seared Scallops with Roe Sauce, Caviar and Crispy Kohlrabi Leaves

LemonTree

Jul 3, 20202 min read

Pan Seared Scallops with Roe Sauce, Caviar and Crispy Kohlrabi Leaves

The presentation of this dish is inspired by an amazing chef I get to cross path with on instagram. His instagram name is the.epicurean...

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Purple Potato Gnocchi with Pine Nuts and Zucchini Flower Salad

LemonTree

Jul 2, 20203 min read

Purple Potato Gnocchi with Pine Nuts and Zucchini Flower Salad

On one of my recent weekend trip to the market, I came across a potato variety called midnight pearl with a gorgeous deep purple flesh...

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Beef Cheek Bourguignon with Creamy Mashed Potato and Baby Carrots

LemonTree

Jul 1, 20203 min read

Beef Cheek Bourguignon with Creamy Mashed Potato and Baby Carrots

This is one of my favourite stew and my to go-to every winter. The key is patience and care for every step of the dish, from browning the...

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Scarlet Prawns with Squid Ink and Crab Risotto

LemonTree

Jun 29, 20203 min read

Scarlet Prawns with Squid Ink and Crab Risotto

Hands down the BEST risotto I had in my life. The sweetness of the mussel stock worked perfectly with the squid ink and crab meat to...

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Charred Corn and Feta on Charcoal Toast with Crispy Prosciutto, Smoked Corn Puree, Confit Egg Yolk

LemonTree

Jun 28, 20203 min read

Charred Corn and Feta on Charcoal Toast with Crispy Prosciutto, Smoked Corn Puree, Confit Egg Yolk

Melbourne is famous for its beautiful spread of brunch options in cafes and it's also one of my favourite pastime on weekends. I've...

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Grilled Mackerel with Mackerel Tartare, Dill Mayo and Parsley Oil

LemonTree

Jun 27, 20202 min read

Grilled Mackerel with Mackerel Tartare, Dill Mayo and Parsley Oil

This dish is based on a recipe from Joe Black shared on Cookniche. It was clean, simple and stunning at the same time and I've been...

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Cointreau Panna Cotta Tart with Açai Gelato and Açai Meringue Shards

LemonTree

Jun 24, 20203 min read

Cointreau Panna Cotta Tart with Açai Gelato and Açai Meringue Shards

The most popular pairing with açai for smoothies in Brazil is orange juice. It brings that refreshing sweet citrus flavour to the rich...

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Açai Panna Cotta Tart with Toasted Coconut, White Chocolate and Blueberries

LemonTree

Jun 23, 20202 min read

Açai Panna Cotta Tart with Toasted Coconut, White Chocolate and Blueberries

Amongst the many things that Brazil is famous for, what I missed the most was the exotic range of fruits available at juice bars at every...

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Soft Shell Crab and Crab Meat Scrambled Eggs on a Charcoal Sour Dough

LemonTree

Jun 22, 20203 min read

Soft Shell Crab and Crab Meat Scrambled Eggs on a Charcoal Sour Dough

I dreamt up this dish on my morning walk to coffee. I wanted to create a dish that looks like a small crab peeking out of dark hard rocks...

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LemonTree

Jun 20, 20202 min read

Cambodian Fish Amok

My cravings had taken me back to Cambodia this time. Fish Amok is one of the most popular Khmer dish, where the local white fish is...

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LemonTree

Jun 19, 20202 min read

Thai Soft Shell Crab Curry

If you want to impress with a warming hearty dish, then this might just be it. Crunchy flavoursome soft shell crabs coated with a...

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Thai Red Duck Curry With Pineapple and Cherry Tomatoes

LemonTree

Jun 18, 20202 min read

Thai Red Duck Curry With Pineapple and Cherry Tomatoes

I have always loved the fragrant aromatics used in Thai cuisines, and there is no better way to get to know it than learning how to make...

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Thai Green Chicken Curry with Crispy Chicken Skin

LemonTree

Jun 17, 20203 min read

Thai Green Chicken Curry with Crispy Chicken Skin

Thai green chicken curry (Kaeng Khiao Wan) is one of my all time favourite. It's fragrant from all the typical Thai aromatics such as...

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Shashuka with Mini Chorizos, Baby Tomatoes, Sweet Peppers, Persian Feta and Homemade Sour Dough

LemonTree

Jun 14, 20202 min read

Shashuka with Mini Chorizos, Baby Tomatoes, Sweet Peppers, Persian Feta and Homemade Sour Dough

Being one of the most popular brunch dish, there are limitless ways to make it from a quick meal that can be whipped up in under 30...

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Beef Cheeks with Orange Cauliflower Two Ways

LemonTree

Jun 13, 20202 min read

Beef Cheeks with Orange Cauliflower Two Ways

One of my favourite weekend pastime is wandering around in markets discovering weird and wonderful new ingredients for my next kitchen...

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Mole Poblano with Sous Vide Chicken Breast, Crispy Chicken Skin and Avocado Mousse

LemonTree

Jun 12, 20205 min read

Mole Poblano with Sous Vide Chicken Breast, Crispy Chicken Skin and Avocado Mousse

Mexico is heaven for food, but amongst everything that it had on offer, the dish that I loved the most during my trip there was Mole...

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Beetroot Taco with Mole Chicken, Avocado Mousse and Crispy Chicken Skin

LemonTree

Jun 11, 20202 min read

Beetroot Taco with Mole Chicken, Avocado Mousse and Crispy Chicken Skin

So what can you do with left over mole chicken that you've spent a labourous weekend on making? Mole chicken tacos for dinner the next...

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Purple Corn Taco with Pulled Pork and Aji Verde

LemonTree

Jun 10, 20203 min read

Purple Corn Taco with Pulled Pork and Aji Verde

Did you know that there are close to 60 different varieties of corn in Mexico? Unlucky for us, most of these are not available in...

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