Annie Sloan has launched a new collection of wall-specific paints. There are 32 colours of the water-based matt emulsion paints including 15 existing Chalk Paint favourites and 17 new hues to complement the palette.
Living room in Bright Green
Each shade is inspired by colours found in iconic architecture and homes throughout history, from the neoclassical Charlottenh of Villa to the terracotta houses of Morocco. The wall paints are launching in Australia and available in 120ml and 2.5 litre tins.
Dining in Old White
While the existing Chalk Paint can already be used on walls, especially those needing a breathable paint, its very thick and viscous consistency make it a furniture paint first and foremost. It’s ideal for wood, metal, glass and laminate. On walls in high traffic areas, it would also require a coat of wax or lacquer to protect it. This extra step led Annie to create her new one-step solution wall paint collection after years of experimentation.
“It’s quick-drying, wipeable, durable, live in-able, and made with the highest quality ingredients. I am thrilled with the depth and clarity of colour. You can really trust these paints to give beautiful results and survive the wear and tear of a busy, happy, lived-in home,” says Annie.
Today’s scrumptious oven baked dessert recipe is from Smeg.
Berry clafoutis
Easy and delightful, you can set-and-forget this dish in the oven. Here is a quick recipe that will impress all the guests at your next dinner party.
2 eggs
100 ml prosecco
60 g mascarpone
75 g cornflour
25 g sugar
1 tsp vanilla bean paste
400 g berries
icing sugar ((for serving))
Set the oven to fan assist at 220°C and lightly grease a 25cm glass pie dish
Whisk together eggs, prosecco, mascarpone, cornflour, sugar and vanilla until smooth
Place berries in prepared dish and pour over egg mixture
Bake for 25 mins until just firm
Serve dusted with icing sugar
You can also join entertainers Anthony Callea and Tim Campbell in the kitchen with Silvia Colloca, Italian chef and actress to watch them make this, along with a main in under 30 mins!
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Baked goods
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Foodie Friday: Deconstructed air fryer caramel s’mores
Today’s recipe comes from Air Fryer Guy who has partnered with Westinghouse to demonstrate the versatility of your air fryer.
Recently, residential vacancy hit a 16-year low due to poor investor activity over the last five years. According to the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA), a non-profit association of industry practitioners, this critical lack of rental properties must be addressed with key policy by whoever wins the upcoming Federal Election.
Nicola McDougall of PIPA
Since 2017, the nationwide lending restrictions with fewer interest-only loans and higher interest rates prevented investors from purchasing. Nicola McDougall, PIPA chair, said while investors made a return to the market last year, the effect of their absence for years before that is still felt by tenants.
“At the same time, asking rents were mainly benign, so the combination of higher mortgage costs together with flat-lining rents were also an impediment to the investor market.”
CoreLogic analysis found that investors were slightly up from the record low (32.6% of mortgage demand by value in January 2022 from 22.9%), but still below the decade average.
Source: ABS lending indicators Jan 2022 and CoreLogic
As of February 2022, the national residential property rental vacancy rate fell to 1.2%. SQM research shows the rate to be less than 1% in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth while asking rents there are increasing almost 13-to-20%. Available rental properties plunged in the Melbourne and Sydney CBDs as well, but capital city asking rents have soared 9.4% over the year to March.
PIPA say political parties must develop a significant and sustainable policy to remedy this in the vein of the National Rental Affordability Scheme which was unfortunately scrapped after only a few years. A system that encourages private and public sectors to work collaboratively together will increase rental supply and improve affordability for tenants.
“With overseas migration set to soar over coming years, where are these new Aussies going to live if we don’t even have enough rental properties to house our current population?” asks Nicola.
A new collab from Melbourne-based brand Hali Rugs and Australian interior stylist Jason Grant sees a beautiful collection of sustainable rugs. Designed over 18 months, the pieces work indoors and out and they’re reversible!
Jason is known for his relaxed and natural, feel good Australian style and family-owned Hali Rugs has a 40-year heritage designing and sourcing handmade rugs from India and other countries around the world. Managing director Dan Swart worked closely with one of their trusted artisan suppliers and fabric mills to create a new, signature yarn for this project.
The range represents future possibilities in sustainability as the rugs are soft, tactile and feel like wool, yet they’re made from recycled plastic. The Hali team chose to turn the yarn into flat weave rugs rather than pile to accomplish this feat. Plastic bottles were collected from river systems and scrap heaps to reduce waste, and transformed with heat. Using only natural dyes throughout the manufacturing process, they managed to take something harmful to the environment and create a fabric that feels organic.
The versatile COAST collection can be styled around the home or outside on balconies, terraces and in gardens. They also come in specific sizes for wet areas like the kitchen or laundry. Made to be incredibly durable to ensure a long lifespan, you can simply wash them down with a pressure hose and hang them out to dry.
The collection has a fringe detail for added texture and prices start at $130. The muted palette of greens, blues, greys and soft pinks is inspired by nature.
This week’s instalment of 10 things we’re loving highlights some of the larger home items Kmart is now offering not in store, but from the comfort of your own home via their relatively new Online Exclusives range. Everything from white goods to sofas and beds can now be found at the click of a button.
Bobble rug: A great way to add texture in a colour that will suit many living or bedrooms, this large (270x180cm) rug is made from polyester, cotton, wool and other fibres. $119.
Hamptons Short Cabinet: For the kitchen or dining area, or anywhere you need a little more storage, this cabinet’s classic design and colour will suit most homes. $159.
Thorne Buffet: With two cabinets and three drawers, this compact, minimal black buffet would be perfect to organise serving ware and napery in a dining space. $159.
4.5kg Vented Dryer (4.5kg): Compact in size, with 4.5kg capacity and three drying options, this dryer is perfect for smaller laundry rooms with little space. It comes with adjustable levelling legs for easier bench top placement or with its wall-mounted design, you can maximise your floor space. $249.
Kmart now offer a whole range of white goods including washing machines, fridges and a dishwasher.
Egon wardrobe with drawers: Ideal for smaller rooms, this wardrobe with drawers features an open design with two drawers and a clothes rail. We think it’d be great in a guest bedroom or even a laundry. $119.
House shaped bed frame: This trendy and fun bed frame will immediately transform the look of your little one’s nursery or bedroom and give it a stylish Scandinavian look. Fits any standard single mattress and is made from pine and plywood. $189.
Large White Trolley: Fab extra space in a small kitchen or use it for serving food or drinks at your next family gathering. The fact it’s on castors with locking brakes makes it super flexible and the rubber wood top is food safe. $149.
Queen bed rattan bedhead: This sturdy design is easy to assemble and a great, affordable way to add on-trend rattan too your bedroom. Made from pine, rattan and MDF. $159.
Thorne coffee table: A simple rectangular design that will suit most homes, with a shelf for added storage. $85.
Today’s recipe is from Gianni Carrieri, culinary expert at Winning Appliances. This light yet flavourful dish is a must try!
Sous vide peach with burrata & watercress salad
A unique and versatile recipe that will not fail to surprise and refresh your palette.
V-Zug Electric Built-In Compact Combi Steam Oven
V-Zug Induction Cooktop with Integrated Ventilation System
6 yellow peaches (cut in half with stones removed)
1 orange peel (thinly sliced )
6 sprigs thyme
2 tbsp honey
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil ((80 ml))
1/4 cup fresh orange juice ((60 ml))
1 tsp honey
salt and fine white pepper (to taste)
3 burrata ((100g each))
3 cups watercress leaves (rinsed)
1 fennel bulb (thinly sliced)
1/2 pomegranate (seeded)
Set steam oven to steam function on 73°C.
Place peaches, orange peel, thyme and honey in a large vacuum-seal bag then into the vacuum drawer. Vacuum on level 3 to extract all the air from the bag.
Place in the oven and sous vide for 20 mins. Cut bag and drain (you can keep these juices to drizzle over ice cream); pat peaches gently with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
Heat a chargrill plate or frying pan on high heat; cook peaches for 1-2 mins until charred.
Mix oil, orange juice, honey, salt and pepper to taste. Then, gently toss watercress and fennel with the orange dressing in a bowl.
To serve, place burrata and peaches onto a large serving platter with the watercress mix; and garnish with pomegranate seeds.
Orange juice dressing can be made several hours in advance.
You can also try substituting how you like, with nectarines and pears instead of peaches, and rocket instead of watercress.
If you don’t have a steam oven, you can steam the stone fruit the traditional way.
Jason Granziera, in-house stylist at Lounge Lovers, shares his tips to inject some city clicker style into a relaxed, coastal home.
Sofia boucle 3 seat sofa
Chic, coastal and classic
A timeless and classic look can be attained with a pale and creamy colour palette. This palette has been centre stage for years, combining texture and occasionally the element of colour. Like the white sands and blue waves of Australia’s coast, subtle pops of colour and textural statement pieces can work beautifully together to create an inviting interior. For a neutral, think a boucle lounge which offers shape, style and a quality finish to seamlessly intertwine city and coast.
Draw inspiration from our country’s mountainous terrain, pairing polished design with natural materials serves as the perfect base to stylistically balance your place. Anoak coffee table will bring in some earthy energy while adding a deep green will make your environment appear sleek and bright.
Cafe dining chairs
Lean into differences
Much like the coast’s relaxed and beachy vibe with its bustling after dark scene, one of the best ways to combine styles is through contrast. Be even more bold by creating a clear distinction between aesthetics with one item. Dining chairs mixing rattan with various shades of oak represent a hybrid of coastal and Scandi style, playing off texture, and light and dark shades to blend these two styles together.
Kojo shelf
Contemporary by the sea
An old favourite for a reason, rattan is synonymous with coastal feels. Pairing it with contemporary pieces make for an interesting and stylish addition to any home. Start minimal with a bamboo style shelf as a base, then integrate the city with accessories like modern vases, coffee table books, greenery and candles to create the perfect blend.
PK Gupta, a second generation immigrant, shares how he acquired 12 properties worth $8million by the age of 32 and had most of the deposit for the first property saved while still at university.
After PK’s parents moved to Australia from India so he could attend university, he met his now wife. They shared a goal of not wanting to be trapped in 9-to-5 day jobs and dedicated themselves to raising funds. During holidays, they worked picking fruits or doing summer internships with major firms. They saved every cent, even after entering the finance industry.
Despite being Brisbane locals, a lot of research led to a three-bedroom house in East Gosford, NSW catching the couple’s eye. PK says they bought it for $320,000 without ever seeing it. Instead, they had a property manager inspect several homes for them for free.
PK continued to apply his analysis to unearth other opportune markets. He says that first property went up $40,000 in value in the first year. They now have properties in Brisbane (QLD), Frankston (VIC), Newcastle (NSW), Cairns (QLD), Burnie (TAS), Gold Coast (QLD), and Townsville (QLD). The most lavish might be a home near the Taj Mahal, purchased for $480,000 (now valued at $600,000).
“Investing in markets across the country is entirely achievable for the average Australian,” says PK. He is now keen to educate others on the investment game and shares his top five tips to break into real estate:
Set goals and focus on achieving them: Have goals and drive towards them wholeheartedly. Their first deposit was hard work but the commitment paid off in huge dividends.
Treat all of Australia as an opportunity: Don’t limit yourself to investing where you live. Apply your analysis to every location in the nation. You’ll get the chance to select from the very best suburbs for gains.
Invest by numbers, not emotion: The most important thing is understanding how to analyse the available data. Using the right metrics and applying them correctly will have areas of opportunity for growth and great rental returns reveal themselves.
Ask property managers for help: Local property managers are professionals who are happy to help you if you give them your management. They are an extraordinary pool of untapped guidance.
Get educated: Being educated in a systematic, data-led way is crucial so you aren’t led astray by misinformation or biased agendas.
These five points can help you build passive income by remotely acquiring properties interstate with minimum fuss.
Architect Luke Fry’s latest project embodies integrity and serenity. Built in the early 1900s, this semi-detached brick home sits on a tiny 240sqm in a tree-lined cul-de-sac in Ripponlea, VIC. Hidden from street view, its new extension is inspired by day spas and opens up to a sun-bathed courtyard.
Luke went against the initial brief for two storeys and focused on creating a home for decades to come, culminating in a single level home that promises high functionality.
The strength and visual consistency of the design language is the hero of the space. It emphasises innovation and creativity through its interpretation of wabi-sabi, an ancient Japanese philosophy surrounding rustic simplicity, that flows throughout the home.
A clean, linear approach ensured that new elements sit comfortably with the old. Original features were restored to retain a sense of connection to its history while infusing the space with contemporary relevance. Quality, long-lasting, locally sourced materials such as European oak, natural stone, concrete and bagged brick were used for a sustainable, cost-effective design, establishing a refined aesthetic.
The practical home incorporates site orientation, window locations and internal zoning thoughtfully for an energy-efficient space that allows for passive cooling and a healthy indoor environment. The high level of detail in this experimental project underlines its raw, neutral palettes that have a strong association with greenery.
“We focused on maximising the tight single-fronted site as best we could by carving courtyards into the building to enhance natural light and its connection to the landscape. The design, both internally and externally, is one that creates a sense of calm,” says Luke.
Today’s breakfast recipe is by Megann Evans for The Glycemic Index Foundation. Try this to keep the whole family energised and ready for the day ahead.
Eggs with chickpeas, spinach and tomato
Hearty eggs and good quality (low GI) carbs! Here's a one-pan wonder and vegetarian winner.
1 tbs olive oil
1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
1 French shallot (or 2 spring onions) (finely diced)
1 clove garlic (crushed)
2 cups baby spinach
4 eggs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (shaved (optional))
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 punnet cherry tomatoes (halved)
low GI bread ((optional))
In a non-stick fry pan, add olive oil and bring to medium heat
Add the French shallot and garlic, stirring regularly, cook for 2mins (until tender and fragrant)
Add chickpeas and cook for approx. 3 mins
Add spinach and tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 mins
Make spaces in the mixture in the frypan and crack an egg inside of them
Cook for 3-5 more mins or until egg whites are almost set
Cover, and cook for 1-2 mins or until egg whites are set (yolks should still be runny)
Serve chickpea mixture with an egg in a shallow bowl and sprinkle salt, pepper and parmesan cheese shavings, and a slice of low GI toast
Stylist Justine Wilson shares her tips to incorporate Very Peri into our homes so we can bask in the bright, joyous violet tone.
Described as the perfect rainbow purple, the brand new custom colour has hints of blue with a deep red base. It is symbolic of the desire to adapt and reinvent ourselves after the last few years as well as a need to understand, accept, heal toward a new path forward. It’s an interesting colour that still feels warm and inviting with its cool tone, so it will work in any current interior design scheme, as a contrast or to complement your existing theme.
For general interiors
Bright tones have always been popular, and they can be used in both classic and contemporary style interiors. Very Peri can be used as a colour accent with accessories, rugs, curtains, or cushions, or as a big bold element in a room, such as a feature wall or the full room being painted in that colour. Key furniture can be painted or upholstered to showcase the colour.
A simple refresh
Easily and affordably introduce this purple tone through florals, candles, books, throws or even through your own personal fashion choices. Playing with the colour of the year as inspo is a great way to refresh your interiors and inject new life into any space.
For the spiritually inclined
Purple colours embody creativity, thoughts, feelings and inventiveness. Purple is the colour of both the crown (violet) and third eye (indigo) chakras. You can bring this colour into your environment in many ways, and you may find that it encourages you to focus on your thoughts and creative outputs. As a fun nod, purple tones have always been associated with magic. Think of witchy stories, Halloween décor and dried herbal and floral items like lavender. Purple crystals such as amethyst are not only beautiful, but are also meant to awaken spiritually and heal the mind.
“Overall Purple is a dynamic colour, and one that is sure to energise your home and mind, and thus the perfect choice for 2022,” said Justine.
Whether it’s the sleek modern look or a nod to Australia’s brick architectural heritage, contemporary brick homes are increasing in popularity, matching the design desires of architects, designers and homeowners alike.
Ebony brick – Perimeter house
Once associated with older homes, the humble brick has gotten a makeover. It provides flexibility with on-trend colours, elegant finishing and textural options for interiors and exteriors. “Concrete face bricks can make a statement with stunning design elements,” says Nathan Martyn from Adbri, Australia’s leading masonry manufacturer. Adbri’s concrete bricks are Australian made, making them a good option for building or renovating projects. Their newest series of coloured concrete brick products are 100% colour-through to reduce chipping and increase longevity.
Bricks are versatile and can be used to create a number of innovative looks from mid-century to contemporary. Homeowners trying to achieve a fluid design in their exteriors can choose anything from shapely furnishings, softly curved walls, round windows to arched doorways and stairways. Curved architectural detailing like this promotes a sense of calm and beauty to the home.
Used internally, exposed face bricks can embed a sense of permeance, security and style. Adbri has multi-design options so you can personalise by introducing speciality laying patterns. Reflect your inner aesthetic by creating a feature wall, a fireplace or highlighting an entry point. Utilising the material within the exterior and interior design of the home creates a cohesive, modern look throughout.
Ivory brick – Carwoola house.
With new colours ranging from stunning white to moody dark greys and blacks, as well as a made-to-order option, there’s a colour to suit all styles of houses from the clean lines of contemporary minimalist to the relaxed style of modern coastal.
A smooth, rendered finish suits a modern contemporary home, a lightly textured shot-blast finish is perfect for a raw and natural finish, or a highly detailed exposed aggregate honed finish that offers a luxurious crushed stone appearance can completely change the look and feel of a wall.
Ebony brick – Perimeter house.
The bricks are also energy-efficient, durable and require little to no maintenance. Their strength helps guard against a range of environmental elements that homes face today and provides a stunning curbside appeal.
It may seem an unlikely pairing but Blink-182 musician Travis Barker and London home fashion label Buster + Punch have collaborated on a skull-themed collection! And it’s available in Australia.
Table lamp
Famously the fiancé of Kourtney Kardashian, Travis’ previous collabs with other artists allowed him to blur the lines between hip hop, rock and punk genres. Now, in his first interiors and design project, he shows us pieces with the same magnitude of passion he injects into other projects.
Doorstop
“I’ve been obsessed with skulls forever,” he says. “I’ve always loved them, they scream rock ‘n’ roll, they scream danger and poison.”
Cabinet knob
The collection includes door stops, a unique cast bowl, cabinet knobs, a table light, candle holders, jewellery, clothing, and a drum key.
Bowl
And, thanks to Buster + Punch’s signature level of refinement, the casting processes and hand finishing of rare solid metals mean each piece is unique, just like a skull.
Megan Robinson, founder of Melbourne styling company Cooper Robinson, has drawn from her almost 20 years of experience to create CACHET — curated furniture collections transforming homes into everyday escapes.
Frank armchair
The line of small-batch interiors will release in collections that work together. Keeping it accessible and straightforward, they provide a range of future design classics that aim to stand the test of time. A smooth dispatch and delivery system from Melbourne will allow you to enjoy their new pieces in days, not months.
Sunday armchair
CACHET’s considered pieces, from modular lounges and occasional chairs through to lamps and cushions, are inspired by various design and artistic movements, and made with the best materials.
Brando side table
Megan’s vision to designing a home isn’t just about comfort, luxury, or style — it’s about creating a space that restores, rejuvenates and invigorates. CACHET looks to shine a light on how transformative a well-designed home can be for overall wellbeing, and to elevate everyday spaces in a holistic way.
Piper floor lamp
Steer collection
Megan believes that investing in design is investing in your wellbeing, and every choice you make for your home matters.
Jones & Co‘s new range of ‘tanks’ will help you instantly add colour and pattern to your kitchen with ease as well as providing practical storage. We love!
Like all Jones & Co’s products, each piece is designed by their team in Sydney and handmade by artisans in Vietnam and the Philippines. The Jones & Co tanks collection is specifically made in Pampanga, the terracotta heartland of the Philippines, renowned for its clay.
Tabby tanks are hand painted with bold organic shaped spots
With many of us indulging in pasta making, banana bread baking and sourdough starting in the last two years, these ceramics will make the kitchen you’re now in so much more often, more colourful and joyous. Available in various patterns and colours to match any kitchen palette, pieces start at $88. We say get them all and go full mix and match!
Picnic tanks are hand painted with trendy buffalo checks
The versatile tanks can be used as a utensil holder, herb pot to cut from, vase or simply hold trailing plants on the kitchen shelves.
This weekend, you have the opportunity to purchase one of over 500 pieces of donated art for a great cause. The online campaign #ArtForFloods is giving 100% of its proceeds to charity in support of Australian flood victims.
Nerida Woolley ‘Tucki Tucki’, depicting the Tucki Tucki area of the Northern Rivers that was inundated by recent flood waters. 64 x 84cmoil on board. @neridawoolleyart
425 artists from around the country have donated an estimated $250,000 worth of art to #ArtForFloods, an Instagram-based initiative that connects participating artists with buyers, while shining a light on the dire situation affecting flood-stricken communities.
Kate Pittas – ‘The Clearing’. 31 x 31cm acrylic and oil stick on canvas. @katepittasart
For those wanting to support the cause, the artworks on sale will suit every budget, with prices starting at $45 through to $4,000 for more serious collectors.
The army of participating talent includes Hawkesbury Art Prize winner Ben Tankard, Mosman Art Prize finalist Ana Young, Gosford Art Prize finalist Vanessa Encarnacao, John Villiers Outback Prize finalists Daniela Cristallo and Alexandra Plim, Joan Blond, Nerida Woolley and Melanie Vugich, who recently collaborated with Oscar de la Renta on its spring/summer 2022 ready-to-wear collection.
Ben Tankard – ‘Eat a Snickers’. 46 x 46cmacrylic on canvas.@ben_tankard_art
#ArtForFloods is the brainchild of Art For Bales founders, artists Andrea Hamann and Kate Pittas. The duo originally created a grassroots campaign raising $160,000 for drought-stricken farmers to buy bales of hay for their livestock during the Australian drought and fires of 2018 and 2019. They hope to raise even more this year for flood victims.
Art For Floods has asked artists to direct all funds raised to three nominated charities: national charity GIVIT that directly connects donations to those who need them, Lismore-based performing arts organisation NORPA that was destroyed in the floods and Arts Northern Rivers, the peak arts body in the Northern Rivers.
GIVIT is an easy way to help provide essentials without overwhelming charities and frontline services on the ground. GIVIT CEO Sarah Tennant said they work directly with councils, outreach teams, charities and community groups so people can get what they need, when they need it.
Jill Lewis – ‘Reaching Upwards and Growing Onwards’. 76 x 57cm acrylic and oil stick on waterford paper. @jill_lewis.art
While some towns experienced minor flooding and damage, others, including Lismore, Brisbane City, Murwillumbah and remote Northern Rivers regions, experienced record-breaking flooding events, fatalities and entire areas demolished, with limited access to electricity, water and housing.
25 QLD Local Government Areas (LGAs) from Gold Coast to Gympie, and 45 NSW LGAs from Bega Valley and Camden to Tweed, have since been declared disaster areas by the Australian Government’s National Resilience and Recovery Agency.
Tracy Murray – ‘Ocean at Night Pod Vase’. 14cm x 18cmclay. @shutupandrelax
Today’s recipe is by Hetty McKinnon, award-winning cookbook author, and social enterprise Food For Everyone. A plant-based, Chinese-Australian dish perfect for autumn.
Wontons and noodles in ginger turmeric broth
A bowl of true hearty comfort! Ginger and its medicinal properties are highlighted in this golden broth, full of flavour.
20 wontons (approx.)
300 g somen or other thin wheat noodles
250 g broccolini (trimmed and stalks halved (approx. 1 bunch))
1 shallot (finely sliced)
coriander leaves (handful)
1 serrano or long green chili (finely sliced (optional))
Ginger turmeric broth
60 g ginger (peeled)
olive oil (extra virgin)
2 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
1 tsp ground turmeric
1.5 L vegetable stock
400 g canned chickpeas (drained)
sea salt & black pepper
For Broth
Finely chop half your ginger, and finely slice the rest. Add a splash of olive oil to a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the finely chopped ginger.
Reduce the heat to low and stir for 1 min. Add the garlic, and turmeric and cook for another min. (keep stirring to prevent burning)
Add stock, chickpeas and sliced ginger. Cover and simmer gently for 10 mins. Season with sea salt & black pepper.
Wontons & noodles
In the meantime, bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add about 6-8 wontons at a time (work in batches). Cook for another 20secs when they float to the top, until skin is translucent.
Remove with a slotted spoon. Divide among four deep soup bowls.
In the same pan (top up water if needed and bring to boil again), add noodles and cook according to packet instructions until al dente, about 2 mins. Drain, then place directly into the bowls with wontons.
Add broccolini to broth just before you are ready to serve. Let it cook for 1–2 mins, until just tender.
Ladle the broth and broccolini over the noodles and wontons, and top with shallot, coriander and chilli, if using.
We encourage you to use what you have and enjoy here!
Instead of canned, you can use 250g soaked, cooked chickpeas. Alternatively, udon, soba or rice noodles (gluten free op) are fine. As are broccoli, baby bok choy, Chinese broccoli or kale.
Soup
Chinese, Modern Australian
ginger, noodles, vegan
Food For Everyone has turned this recipe into the covetable artwork below which would look great in a kitchen or dining room. You can buy this A2 poster from next Monday 4 April 2022 and 50% of the profits will be donated to frontline food charities.
TDF Gemma Lesllie
Foodie Friday: One pan mild chilli baked fish
Today’s recipe is by Kathryn Bamford from The Wholefoods Refillery. This one pan mild chilli baked fish is incredibly easy, tastes…
Property stylist Justine Wilson shares her expert tips and tricks for her favourite season of the year. From colour palettes to adding some ambience, here’s how to create a cosy feel in every room of your home this autumn.
Colour palette
Autumn encompasses earthy and warm tones. Spruce up your interiors with colours such as rust, amber, mustard, brown, caramel, and deep greens. You can introduce colour through a variety of ways, such as artwork, accessories, florals, and soft furnishings. Or, go for rich colours like red, deep browns and tan across furniture, pillows and accessories. The trick is to not overdo it, rather work in small accents throughout your home.
Texture
Styling this season is all about layers. Think heavy coverlets and blankets on your bed, snuggly throws on your sofa, lots of plush cushions and warm rugs underfoot. You can also layer many textures together with materials such as velvet, wool, cashmere and flannel and thick natural linens, creating an inviting and cosy feel in your space.
“It is a time of year where there is the perfect mix of warm sun and cool breezes, coupled with the beautiful colours of the turning landscape,” Justine says. “When it comes to interiors, autumn is the perfect time to embrace this transitional feeling – and use it as a time to reset, refresh, and prepare your abode for the cooler months.”
Pattern
Expect lots of patterns in decoration trends; classics such as tweed and tartan will be back with force, especially as many embrace the ‘cottagecore’ aesthetic. More classic patterns such as gingham and check will make a comeback. As well as florals with more moody, muted colourways in dark emeralds, navy and warm rust tones. Try broadening your horizons and incorporating more woodland motifs and leather.
Ambience
There’s a number of ways you can represent autumn within. Lots of pumpkins and root vegetables displayed around the kitchen foster a feeling of abundance. Whilst pears in a bowl, jars of nuts and herb cuttings displayed in urns or vessels on your counters, and beautiful vases of greenery also set the natural fall mood. This time of year is all about feeling cosy and being prepared. As the light fades, use muted lighting with candles, and table and floor lamps to set the desired relaxed scene.
-Justine Wilson is owner of Vault Interiors and selected stylist for Space Invaders on channel 9.
Autumn bed linen latest: Navy, eucalyptus & cinnamon dominate
While it’s hard to think about any other weather event than the tragic floods that have hit the country of…
