Duck

Crisp-skin duck with green papaya salad recipe - Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Season duck well and place skin-side down in pan.

"Hazelnuts make this dish unique with their fragrance," says Andreas Papadakis. "It's a simple dish and making the base sauce in advance makes things a lot simpler."

Soy-roast duck with mandarin recipe - Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Add duck breast-side down and cook, turning, until golden brown all over (5-6 minutes).

“People still stop me and request it," Christine Manfield says of her five-spice duck and shiitake pies. "Where the humble meat pie holds special significance for many Australians, this version elevates it to a refined status."

Try this French restaurant classic at home when entertaining as an elegant main.