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Foodie Friday: Rainbow Papaya Buddha Bowl

Here’s a great spring recipe from Australian Papaya: simple, healthy and fresh! 

Serves 4 | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 8 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 fresh corn cob
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves
  • 6 lettuce leaves
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 small avocado, halved
  • 1/2 ripe papaya, peeled and cut in wedges
  • 1 spring onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 Tbsp toasted sunflower seeds
  • For the dressing
  • 1/4 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • pinch tsp chilli powder
  • pinch tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp maple syrup
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp lime juice

Method

  • In a small jar whisk together dressing ingredients.
  • Bring a pot of water to the boil, add corn and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Drain corn and brush with a small amount of the dressing. Place in a pre-heated skillet over medium-high heat and cook for 5 minutes, turning a few times until the kernels are slightly charred. Cut into four rounds.
  • Divide ingredients into two bowls. Sprinkle with spring onion and sunflower seeds, and drizzle with dressing.
  • Serve immediately.

TIP: You can substitute frozen corn kernels for fresh and simply sauté them with a tsp of dressing before adding to the bowl.

HEALTH INFO per serve: 2250kJ; Protein 33g; Total Fat 26g; Saturated Fat 5g; Carbohydrate 36g; Sugars 11g; Fibre 12g; Sodium 155mg.

Good source of protein. Excellent source of fibre. Low sodium.

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Foodie Friday: Papaya chia pudding with ‘nice cream’

Foodie FridayThis recipe for papaya chia pudding jars with chocolate ‘nicecream’ and granola was developed by Panacea’s Pantry for Australian Papaya.

Makes 2 large or 4 small | Prep time: 10 minutes, plus soaking time (30 mins)

Ingredients 

1 medium-sized papaya
1/3 cup yoghurt of choice
1/2 cup granola

Chia pudding

1/2 cup white chia seeds
2 1/3 cups coconut milk
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp lime zest

Chocolate ‘nicecream’

2 frozen bananas, chopped
1 tbsp cacao powder
2 tbsp coconut milk

Method

1. Make chia pudding by adding all ingredients to a bowl and whisking together. Set in the fridge for 20 minutes.

2. Cut the papaya in half, and remove the skin and seeds. Put half the papaya in a small blender and blitz until smooth, then dice the other half. Set aside.

3. In a clean blender, add the ‘nicecream’ ingredients and blitz into a smooth, thick consistency (you will need to use the tamper).

4. Assemble your jars (or put everything in a bowl!)- create layers of papaya, chia pudding, granola and yoghurt, then top with ‘nicecream’ and papaya chunks. Enjoy immediately.

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10 interior designers’ favourite Sydney homewares stores

Last week we spoke to 10 of Melbourne’s top interior designers and had them recommend their favourite Melbourne homewares stores. Today it’s Sydney’s turn! 

Ioanna Lennox of Ioanna Lennox Interiors: West Elm is my go-to place if I need something to add to an already defined style or existing room or, equally, if I need to pick out some feature items as a starting point for a space. West Elm has everything from contemporary and modern American furniture, rugs, pre-made curtains and soft furnishings to beautiful accents and kitchenware that would enhance any space. The West Elm style is warm, textured and relaxed and fits so well into our contemporary Australian design aesthetic.

Ioanna
Ioanna

Jeremy Bull of Alexander &CO: The creation of cultural brain trust Nicholas Barber (also one of the more lovely human beings you are likely to meet) Dunlin is a beautiful curation of nostalgia and craft. We haven’t found a project yet where there isn’t a great place for a handmade wicker basket, suspended glass terrarium or mast light fitting, and there is never a reason not to have him visit our studio.

Jeremy
Jeremy

Meryl Hare of Hare + Klein: My favourite homewares store is Spence & Lyda. They vary their merchandise and often have one-offs, so they keep us interested! They also have a range of Ruth Levine’s beautiful vessels and totems, a personal favourite.

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Spence & Lyda

Christopher Polly of Christopher Polly Architect: Top3 By Design is a favourite, as I’ve found myself consistently revisiting their store due to their broad range of products. They offer good design, ranging from simple to eclectic pieces and they regularly refresh with new products. They have a great mix of lighting, homewares and accessories for utilitarian or decorative purposes.

Christopher
Christopher

Virginia Kerridge of Virginia Kerridge Architect: My favourite homewares store is Chee Soon & Fitzgerald, and it’s also my local as they are on Regent St, Redfern. It’s a small store but they have lots of quality things, and the fact that it is small means you aren’t overwhelmed by choice as is so often the case! They have a great mixture of products from ceramics and textiles to lighting and gifts. Also you have the added bonus of having a laugh with them every time you visit!

Chee Soon & Fitzgerald
Chee Soon & Fitzgerald

Brendan Wong of Brendan Wong Design: Now in their 30th year, Dinosaur Designs are known for their signature resin pieces. The forms are so fascinating and when placed near a window they illuminate beautifully. They are now working with other diverse materials including brass, silver and agate. They have taken their pieces around the world but their original Paddington store is still at the heart. You’ll find bright resin vases or subdued ceramic bowls, something for every interior.

Brendan
Brendan

Brad Swartz of Brad Swartz Architect: One of my favourite homewares stores is Catapult Design in Darlinghurst. They have a beautiful collection of furniture from both established and up and coming Australian designers. The finely crafted and minimalistic design of many of their pieces means their furniture can either be a signature piece or sit back and let the architecture, view or artwork take centre stage.

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Catapult Designs

Sarah-Jane Pyke of Arent&PykeSmall Spaces in Redfern is such a rare gem, unlike any other retail experience in Sydney. It is such a beautiful space, part art gallery and part homewares store, with a selection of furniture pieces to suit small homes. A visit to Small Spaces is always inspiring. In this era of mass production, everything in the store feels like a rare treasure, with a strong sense of its maker. As much as the store changes, it maintains its peaceful, light filled calm. You feel like you could move in and spend the rest of your days drinking tea.

Sarah (left) and co-director Juliette Arent
Sarah (left) and co-director Juliette Arent

Anoushka Allum of SmartSpace Interiors: I’m always shopping at Papaya in Mosman. I find that the tranquil style and paired back colours that they stock work with almost any interior. I’m a big fan of their pendant lighting, vessels, vases and candle holders. The designs are beautiful and use lots of natural materials. If you’re looking to dress your dining table this is also where I would recommend you go. Placemats, cutlery and crockery all in beautiful natural colours and designs make for a stunning table when entertaining.

Papaya
Papaya

Chloe Matters of TomMarkHenryMCM House is my favourite as it typifies some of my most admired elements: neutral and relaxed tones and textures that work in simple harmony. They also mix these simple pieces with wares that have a slight modern, oriental twist. This understated look is powerful and represents a tranquility that I appreciate in design.

Chloe (left) and co-directors  Jade Nottage and Cushla McFadden
Chloe (left) and co-directors Jade Nottage and Cushla McFadden

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Papaya launches online store

Papaya is one of my favourite homewares stores in Mosman (they’re also at Bondi Junction) and they announced a new online store yesterday. It’s a great place to shop for beautiful, neutral, textural items for your home.

Check it out today! Papaya Online Store.