Soupe a L’oignon

This is a classic French onion soup that sounds much better in its native language. Legend has it that the soup was...

Mushroom and Vanilla Cappuccino Soup

Vanilla is usually associated with sweet dishes. In my version of ‘cream of mushroom soup’, the subtle hint of...

Mum’s Cheese Tart

This tart was our childhood version of macaroni cheese! Mum made this tart regularly, serving it straight from the...

Potato Gnocchi with Pumpkin, Tomato Sauce and Mascarpone

This is Italian comfort food at its best. Gnocchi are delicate little dumplings made out of either potato, semolina...

Sautéed Forest Mushrooms on Toasted Brioche Gratinated with Gruyère

This is a simple breakfast dish that uses a combination of different types of mushrooms to really layer the flavours...

Apple Tarts

This is a wonderful dessert — apples, puff pastry, cream. It looks beautiful on the plate; a classy finish to any...

Pacific Oysters with Wilted Spinach and Horseradish Sabayon

This is a dish that was served during my time at Gekko. As oysters are seasonal, included on the menu was an oyster...

Smoked Salmon with Crab & Celeriac Rémoulade and Green Shallot Dressing

The best thing about Christmas in Australia is eating all that beautiful, fresh seafood. Oysters, scallops, prawns;...