Steve Pearce

Melbourne's Kafeneion shares its recipe for slightly salty, crisp cheese croquettes.

Melbourne's Kafeneion has perfected the art of keftedes (Greek meatballs).

Get your mixing fingers ready, these tortellini are well worth the effort.

Originating on the Greek islands of Santorini and Crete, fava is a fluffy yellow split pea dip typically served warm with charred pita bread.

Also known as Psari Plaki, the classic summer dish is well-loved around Greece.

Pumpkin and slow-cooked lamb with pasta? That's cold weather comfort in a bowl.

How do you make the arancini even better? Fill them with tender braised beef cheeks.

Melbourne Greek pop-up Kafeneion shares its syrupy orange cake recipe that uses fillo instead of flour for an interesting texture.

Supersize me: For an impressive festive dessert, simply assemble in a large trifle dish and dress with extra summer berries.

Lamb doesn't have to be a long drawn out cook. These roasted lamb racks are ready for the plate within 30 minutes, salad and all.

Use whichever cheese you have in the fridge - or keep it interesting by adding a few different types.

Marinate your steaks in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce for a delicate flavour and a tender flank.

A quick and easy Japanese okra recipe to make on the hibachi or barbecue.

Stir-fried mussels shine bright in this fragrant XO sauce.

Served with melted butter and purple shiso leaves.

Master one of Japan's most famous street food snacks - Japanese rice balls.

Make these simple zucchini skewers the next time you're planning a gathering.

A simple side dish or starter that requires a handful of ingredients.

A speedy steak snack that'll transport you to a Spanish wine bar at first bite.

This quick and easy apple tart is the perfect midweek sweet treat.

A quick and easy chicken dinner recipe that goes beyond a simple roast chook.

These meatballs are also great served with crusty bread, roasted potatoes or rice.

A speedy dinner idea for the cooler months.

A quick, easy and aromatic chickpea dish to have on rotation.

The caramel can be made in advance; simply thin with a little hot water before serving.

A Middle Eastern spin on roast cauliflower that makes for a quick and easy vegetarian crowd-pleaser.

A Mediterranean meal that's big on flavour and a cinch to make.

A speedy lamb dish that doesn't skimp on flavour.

Served with a punchy charred corn salsa, these barbecued bugs will be your warm weather favourite.

These zingy fritters make for a quick and vegetable-packed midweek meal.

Add some cooked crab or lobster meat to this weeknight favourite and transform it into a luxe dinner party entertainer.

A winning midweek meal to have on rotation.

Spice up your next barbecue with these fiery chicken wing skewers balanced with sweet honey.

A fresh and punchy addition to your dinner party table.

Impress dinner guests with this simple and speedy summer salad.

Make it a meal: for a more substantial dish, stir-fry prawns in sesame oil and garlic and toss through the noodles.

Coronation chicken, flavoured with a curry powder mayonnaise, was invented in 1953 for Queen Elizabeth II. This modern version features duck and a tangy mango salad.

A Japanese twist on an old classic.

The delicate spring lamb rib roast gets a fresh touch with this vibrant herb and spiced crust.

If you've been looking to changing up your pork routine, look no further.

A quick and easy dinner idea for when you can't be bothered to cook.

Easy, quick, and vegetarian — this is the ultimate weeknight meal.

Spring is here, and this fresh pasta dish is just the way to welcome it.

Elevate your next Sunday lunch with this simple Middle Eastern twist on the classic roast.

If you have a little bit of time on your hands and you're raring to dress up your usual prawn salad routine, this is the recipe for you.

Sink your spoon into these super smooth, silky panna cottas that make for perfect spring desserts.

A cacio e pepe sauce makes everything better.

This bowl of noodles is a balm for the soul.

This spanakopita is made in one pan, making it a perfect weeknight meal.

This white bean purée is the next dip of your dreams.

Whether you're looking for a breakfast-for-dinner option, or you're planning to host an ambitious champagne breakfast, these crêpes are a showstopper.

Our warm chow chow style cabbage is simple, and celebrates the hero of the dish - the tender pork cutlet. If you'd like to use other vegetables, cauliflower, capsicum and green tomatoes are traditional.

Spring is in the air, and what better way to celebrate than with fresh Balmain bugs?

Oozy, gooey cheese with a slight golden crust? What's not to love.

Pair this salad with some chargrilled chicken or some fresh tuna to turn this salad from a side dish to a winning main.

These breakfast crepes are topped with chickpeas for an extra protein boost.

The beauty of the frittata is in its versatility. In this version we've used feta for tang and polenta for substance.

The trick with this simple dish is to sauté the broccoli rabe enough so that it's wilted and tender, without becoming soft.

If you're not a fan of squid, you can easily substitute prawns or firm white fish for a similar texture and flavour.

When done right, whole-roasted cauliflower is a textural dream: soft creamy middle with a golden outer crunch.

You don't need a grill or barbecue to get perfect gooey eggplant.

Mozarella in a dessert may make you baulk, but we guarantee that this sticky Syrian sweet will leave you reaching for more.

Cooking a whole fish can be intimidating. But we've taken all of the guesswork out to make this flavour-packed dish your new weeknight favourite.

Not for the fainthearted, this dish is spiced with sambal oelek for a hit of nose-tingling heat. Spread liberally with sweet onion sambal for a perfectly balanced sweet-and-spicy delight.

Made with ricotta and honey for a slightly more savoury flavour, you can dip each spoonful in the honey-ginger syrup for a sweeter finish.

Why have just one variety of vegetable covered in gravy and cheese when you could have three?

The fresh drizzle of punchy chermoula that cuts through the rich fattiness of the tender lamb ribs makes this recipe by Aalia's Paul Farag a must try.

Quail has a reputation for being fiddly and easy to overcook... this simple recipe takes out all the guesswork for perfectly tender and crisp quail.

With short, flaky pastry and a soft, savoury filling, you shouldn't forget the versatile quiche for your next lazy weeknight meal.

Though you need to start this recipe a day ahead, it truly is minimal effort. Brined overnight, the chicken is moist and tender, elevated by the shawarma spice rub. This dish is a true show stopper.

Substitute the lobster meat for any sweet, tender seafood like prawns or crab meat in this quick decadent pasta dish.

Fans of coconut and custard will love this take on the traditional Egyptian basbousa pudding by Aalia's Paul Farag.

Honeydew melon may not be the fruit for everyone, but it shines when paired with tart green tomatoes. Served with grilled sirloin steak, these three unlikely flavours are a match made in heaven.

There's something so satisfying about cooking with clams.

Fragrant and filling, this low fuss meal is perfect for a midweek dinner.

Perfect for a party, you can make a large batch of these little flavour parcels and freeze them for easy entertaining.

If you've got leftover silverbeet or leafy greens, this is the soup for you.

Swap beetroot in as your main veg for an extra boost of fibre.

Quick, easy, warming, and hearty, this recipe for grilled rump steak with Massaman curry is the perfect way to add intrigue to your regular Wednesday steak and chips.

A quick and easy dessert other than self-saucing pudding? Don't mind if we do.

Roast a few thin wedges of parsnips in a 180°C oven for 25 minutes and serve on the side for some extra crunch.

Perfect for any weather, this eggplant and pineapple curry is warming for the winter months but won't make you sweat during summer.

A warm vegetarian salad that punches above its weight in the flavour stakes.

This classic French stew typically takes hours of simmering to do right. But we'll make an exception for this recipe.

Swordfish is one of the meatiest fish, and these steaks with a light honey dressing will show you why.

The cake that saved Sixpenny during lockdown.

Make the most of stone fruit season by tossing sweet yellow and white peaches through the barley salad accompanying this pollo al mattone.

A leafy green twist on the classic Spanish tortilla.

The beauty of this dish is in its versatility - use any seasonal vegetable to satisfy your own tastes.

In this recipe, we've combined red miso and Guinness to create an umami-rich sauce.

This smoky eggplant recipe pairs miso with an irresistible burnt honey teriyaki glaze.

The lemon and asparagus prevent this dish from feeling too rich and heavy, and if you don't have veal, chicken breast will work just as well.

Talk about a showstopper cake.

There's lots to love about a Dutch baby pancake.

That's a good-looking salad.

The fast and easy roast chook you need for the week.

When oranges are at their peak, savour this one slice by slice.

One of the silkiest chocolate mousses you'll have the good fortune to come across.

The quick and easy pasta shape to master, with the goodness of Sicily's tomato pesto.