It’s undisputed that one of the best things about summer is a long lunch with mates, but no one wants to be stuck in the kitchen slaving over a hot stove when it’s thirty degrees outside. Enter Josh Seaward of Forty Feathers. Josh takes the guess work out of entertaining so all you have to do is sit back, sip that iced cold mojito and enjoy
The team behind, Flotilla, one of Newcastle’s most highly rated restaurants have done it again, recently opening a gorgeous wine bar, Vecina, next door. Swell sits down with co-owner, Eduardo Molina, to learn more.
Is it possible to eat well, reduce waste, be kind to the environment, spend less money and save time on grocery shopping? It seems like a lot to manage, but in short, the answer is yes. Hannah shares her food philosophy and how becoming a mum has made her a more mindful cook.
It’s considered a household staple, but did you know that some of Australia’s finest extra virgin olive oil is made on our doorstep in the Hunter Valley? In celebration of Pukara Estate’s twenty-five years in business, Swell chats to Raquel Goodchild about their journey so far.
It’s every kid’s fantasy to grow up and own a donut shop, and for DoughHeads founder and creative director, Anna Farthing, she’s living the dream. Not only that, but her donuts have received national recognition, with the traditional jam donut (‘Pump Up The Jam’) taking the number one spot at the National Donut Competition for two years straight. But for this baker and entrepreneur, it hasn’t all been sprinkles and icing. Hard work and perseverance have paved the way to her sweet success.
When you think of semillon and shiraz, chances are you think of the Hunter Valley. And when you think of the Hunter Valley wine region, Tyrrell’s is likely not far from mind. Having been in operation for more than 150 years, Tyrrell’s is an Australian icon. Bruce Tyrrell talks to Swell about how they’ve kept the family business going strong for so long.
This recipe is truly indulgent and ideal on a cold winter day. To create a beautiful flavour it is important to use the best quality chocolate you can source.
Don’t get stuck slaving in the kitchen or worrying about where those linen napkins might have disappeared to. A little party prep goes a long way, so get your game plan sorted ahead of time with our stress-free tips for
easy entertaining.
Ever planted some zucchinis under the guise that they’re one of the easiest vegetables to grow, only to forget about them and before you know it you’ve got some big enough to enter into the next country fair? If you’ve now got an abundance of zucchinis taking over your garden, we’ve got just the recipe for you!
These are best eaten right away. The tortillas and prawns are best straight out of the pan, fresh and crunchy. So gather your friends in the kitchen with a few beers and margaritas, make them and eat them as you go!
