Jordanian Mansaf

In my other life, I work as an archaeologist at Pella in northern Jordan. At any one time during the dig season there are about 30 people for the Jordanian cooks to feed and Mansaf is everyone’s favourite dinner. It is the Jordanian national dish and a special Bedouin...

Argentine Beef Skewers With Chimichurri Sauce

Argentina is famous for football, good-looking polo players and the feisty tango but it is equally celebrated for its beef. Here is an excellent reason to dust off the BBQ and enjoy Summer and some great Aussie beef with an Argentine flavor. The tender, grilled meat...

Baked Gnocchi Bolognese

This tasty variation on an Italian classic is very popular at my place because it is so simple to prepare and really scrumptious. It is fantastic when you have a lot of people to feed- just keep doubling the recipe and adding what-ever bits and pieces you like and it...

Beef In Beer

Ah yes, Autumn. The time when all cooks thoughts turn to red wine and slow cooking. At least mine do. This very modest little dish has the wonderful distinction of combining two of man’s favourite things: Beef and Beer. Plus, it is incredibly quick and easy to make...

Beef In Nebbiolo

There is no doubt that every family could benefit from the addition of a wine connoisseur. In our case, we are lucky to have our brother in law, Ian Cook who owns Five Way Cellars in Paddington, Sydney. Cookie is a highly respected expert in all aspects of wine and...

Beef Rendang

We need all the heat we can get at the moment so here is a recipe for a big warming curry which is spicy and feisty. I serve it with steamed beans and jasmine rice and it goes a long way to thawing out an icy Blayney evening. It also just has to be good for you with...