Seafood Grilled Pineapple Prawn Bites June 9, 2025June 16, 2025 Party Food Table idea: Pineapple is one of those fruits that doesn’t need to try hard & can easily elevate the party food table . It is sweet, juicy, and unapologetically distinctly tropical- the kind of ingredient that stands up for itself, even in a savoury dish. Whether served raw with a bit of bite or grilled until the edges start to caramelise, pineapple brings an energy that’s hard to ignore. Bright, juicy, and full of flavour- it wakes everything up. Right now, pineapples are in peak form here in Queensland. You can spot them piled high at markets, golden-skinned… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Apricots With Herbed Goat Cheese May 10, 2025May 16, 2025 Simple Finger Food: Apricots might not be the first thing that springs to mind when you’re planning simple finger food, but trust me- once you’ve worked with them this way, you’ll come back to them again and again. There’s something particularly appealing about these golden jewel bites. They bring that gorgeous golden hue, a soft chew, and a sweet complexity that plays beautifully with savoury ingredients, especially cheeses. If you can source Persian apricots, even better. These semi-dried gems are fat, juicy, and full of flavour– completely different from the tough, overly shrivelled-up ones you might find in the average… Continue Reading
Sweet Treats Fig & Blue Cheese Cheesecakes February 10, 2025February 12, 2025 Savoury Dessert Canapes: The Allure of Savoury Cheesecake While cheesecake is typically associated with sweet desserts, a savoury variation can be an alluring and unexpected surprise that adds class and intrigue to your appetiser spread. The smooth and creamy texture of cheesecake itself, creates a luxurious mouth sensation, while the blue cheese adds a pungent, tang on the palate & when you introduce the natural sweetness of figs, it feels kind of elaborate. When you serve desserts in bite-size, even the non-dessert eaters will grab one. Removed from your everyday cheesecake or dessert flavours but suitable for an array of… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Fig & Walnut Feta Bites December 2, 2024December 30, 2024 Fig & Walnut Appetiser: Sweet Meets Savoury There’s a reason figs, walnuts, and feta are such a classic trio—they just work. This fig & walnut appetiser is everything sweet meets savoury & creamy meets crunchy. The result is an appetiser that looks a bit fancy but is pretty simple to make. These fig & walnut feta bites deliver finesse in a small, elegant package that’s perfect for any get- together. I won’t say they are effortless, they do require some effort on your part but definitely worth it. The Beauty of Balance What makes this combination irresistible is the way… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Spicy Margarita Jelly Shots November 29, 2024December 30, 2024 Cocktail Jelly appetiser- Spicy Margarita Jelly Shots: Spice up your party with edible margarita jelly shots- a simple cocktail jelly appetiser that will get the party started. Yes…cocktail shots can be appetisers too! If you love a good cocktail, why not take it to the next level and serve your guests something as playful as it is delicious with this simple jelly party appetiser? Spicy margarita jelly shots served in lime or orange halves, cleverly cut into colourful, juicy-looking segments & disguised as Watermelon flavour. These little gems aren’t just a fun treat—they’re also a fantastic conversation starter. For a bold… Continue Reading