Aimee Jones

One woman’s quest for the perfect hot chocolate

Giselle Weybrecht has sought out the world’s best hot chocolate at 450 venues in 55 countries. This is her story.

A couple's tree change became a surprise business growing award-winning capers.

"This dish has been a mainstay since Liberté opened," says chef Amy Hamilton. "It's pure party food; fun, and deceptively easy."

A soul-reviving soup.

"Ramblr's muscat custard and quince is one of my all-time favourite desserts - can you please publish the recipe?" - Antonio Rossi, Prahran, Vic

Rhubarb and pear dartois recipe - For frangipane, beat sugar, butter and vanilla seeds in a bowl with a wooden spoon until creamy, then beat in egg.

"I'm a big fan of the mussels in vermouth with nettle butter at Banksii. I'd love to know how to make it." - Hayden Winter, Bowral, NSW

"Could you print the recipe for Aria Brisbane's fried Brussels sprouts dish? It's simply delicious." - Anjali Iyer, Burleigh Heads, Qld

This roast chicken recipe is sourced from Epocha restaurant in Carlton, Victoria.

"The spicy eggplant at Sydney's Good Luck Pinbone is one of my favourites. Would you get the recipe?" - Susan Ridge, Bowral, NSW