Food & Wine

Wine - Talking Wine : Christmas Edition

Here are a few wines that I wouldn't mind putting on the Christmas day table this year – ones that will go with the celebratory pre-drink, with the nibbles, the prawns, the roast turkey and pork, salads or brandy pudding.

Wine - Talking Wine : Volume 81

Lean and elegant in structure, classy and refined in its structure. Balanced fine and pure fruit from low yielding biodynamic vineyards and crafted by the talented Vanya Cullen.

Wine - Talking Wine : Volume 80

This week we look at a restrained powerful robust intense red. A complex wine with wonderful aromatics and an impressive structure. Polished pure distinctive fruit takes it place at the fore, varietal in nature with generous fruitcake characters.

Wine - Talking Wine : Volume 79

Wine connoisseurs take note: the Coriole Redstone Shiraz 2005 is a very, very good wine. As you'll read in the wine review, the Shiraz stands out amongst its rivals: priced at around $25 it scored an 'excellent' 93 out of 100.

Wine - Out of the Bottle

Can't get enough wine into you? Neither can we - that's why we are proud to introduce our latest Wine Column "Out of the Bottle" with David Ellis. This week he takes a look at some superb NSW drops.

Food - Baked Breaded Tomatoes

You've heard of baked potatoes, but what about baked tomatoes? With the fresh flavours of oregano, parmesan and spring onion, this baked dish is a great entree or main, is cost effective, healthy, and tastes delightful.

Wine - Talking Wine : Volume 74

A vibrant leesy fulsome robust Chardonnay. Cashew oakiness along with tanginess along with loads of peach melon fruit, fresh figs and a well rounded creaminess to the palate. Classically varietal and delicious to boot. Are these the flavours for you?

Food - Tandoori Chicken

Ever wanted to make authentic grilled Indian chicken - without buying a jar of tandoori paste from the supermarket? Look no further. With ingredients such as coriander, garlic, fresh lemon juice, ginger, cumin, yoghurt and of course the always aromatic Garam Masala marinading the chook for 6 hours, the smells that emanate from the kitchen will tantalise and tease. 

Wine - Paul Ippolito Talks Wine

In the resurgence of Summer, here is a delightful drop to have with the grilled sausages on the bbq tonight. Aromatic fresh and luscious, a delicious wine of persistent fruit character, deep red fruits, ample sweet ripe fruit with lively acidity. Yummy smooth and laden with raspberries, strawberries and red cherries.

Wine - Wines of the Week

This week, we take a look at the best of the best. For a bit of a change, Paul has whittled down his choices to but a few of the highest quality. We taste a drop with agloriously upfront ripe peach melon character with citrus undertones as well as a hint of minerality to give it some balance.

Wine - Talking Wine : Volume 64

If you like your Riesling's with a citrus tang, you'll want to read resident wine critic Paul Ippolito's review of Wynns Coonawarra Riesling 2007: "Limes, limes and more limes, resplendently so alongside lemons and apples – orchard loads full." And if you're feeling indulgent, it goes very nicely with lobster salad.

Recipe - Quick Noodles with Bok Choy and Tofu Sauce

Is it just us, or is everyone on a diet at the moment? Well, if you're going to starve yourself of your favourite foods - you might as well enjoy some food that is not only healthy, but tasty as hell too! Our resident chef has whipped up a supreme recipe for Noodles which is quick, easy and will make your mouth water!

Food - The Digital Menu

In what could only be imagined in Back To The Future 2, online food services are now a major a reality and a regular part of many peoples lives. We consume a lot of things via the Internet these days, such as movies, news, games, clothes, TV shows - so why not some lemon chicken? We look at ways you can get fed on the 'Net.

Recipe - Smoked Trout Salad

If you've never tried smoked trout salad before, then you're really missing out (unless you don't like seafood). Only 250g of smoked trout is needed, as it's the accompanying flavours that make this rich salad so good, with curly endive, red capsicum, goats cheese, fresh basil and a honey lime dressing.

Recipe - Creamy Berry Mouse

Nothing gets people's mouths watering moreso than some tasty deserts. And what could be better this summer than a creamy Berry Mouse. Our Web Wombat Chaf delves into the recepie book to give you some home made advice!

Recipe - Mongolian Lamb

As the weather warms up, so do our tastebuds - and what better way to create a taste sensation than with this easy-to-make Mongolian Lamb. Our resident Web Wombat Chef has filed through his secret cookbook to let you in on one of his favourite dishes! Perfect for summer parties!

Internet Food - The Digital Menu

In what could only be imagined in Back To The Future 2, online food services are now a major a reality and a regular part of many peoples lives. We consume a lot of things via the Internet these days, such as movies, news, games, clothes, TV shows - so why not some lemon chicken? We look at ways you can get fed on the 'Net.

Sustainable Winery - Elgo Estate

"Wines that don't cost the Earth," is the Elgo Estate vineyard's pitch, which describes more than just the monetary costs of its wines. As is an emerging trend in many industries, this particular winery in Victoria's alpine region employs various recycling initiatives and uses 100% green electricity to reduce it's carbon footprint.

BBQ Lunch - Barbecued Cajun Chicken

With another Australian Summer just around the corner, what better time to scrub up on your knowledge of quality BBQ treats. Here, we take a look at BBQ Chicken with a difference! Check it out here.