Food and Drink

Kava smuggling into the Northern Territory's remote Indigenous communities is on the rise, with local leaders fearing the black market price of the drink is draining family finances and fuelling social problems.

This tandoori chicken tray bake with turmeric rice is your answer to a quick, easy and impressive meal. With bold spices, tender chicken and golden, fragrant rice — all cooked together in one tray — it's big on flavour and low on fuss.

This nutrient-rich, vegetarian chili non-carne loaded sweet potato is packed with fibre, protein and bold flavours — comfort food made nutritional.

These flavour-packed falafel pita pockets are crispy on the outside, fluffy inside and filled with fresh herbs, juicy tomatoes and creamy tahini — plus a touch of jalapeño for extra warmth.

Simple ingredients, simple to cook, but far from simple in flavour — this fettuccine carbonara delivers creamy, silky pasta with crispy guanciale, and surprisingly, no cream needed.

Deeply flavoured mushrooms, Dijon mustard and crème fraîche piled onto crispy French toast — it's indulgent and packed with umami.

Packed with bold Indian flavours and silky coconut milk, this easy masala pea soup could be the dish to convert pea-haters.

Making sushi at home is like building your own adventure — choose your fillings, roll them up, and enjoy the freshest hand-rolled temaki. With perfectly seasoned rice, quick-pickled shiitake, and your favourite toppings, it's a hands-on feast made for sharing.

These gluten-free, dairy-free walnut biscuits bring a delicate crunch, and a hint of five-spice, for a unique twist on a classic treat. A perfect balance of nuttiness and warmth, they're an easy bake with big flavour.

Stuck in a salad slump? This smoky, charred lettuce salad with caramelised lemon and a punchy mustard dressing is the fresh, bold fix you need. Quick to make and bursting with flavour, it proves that salads can be easy but also packed full of flavour. 

Tony Tan shows Alice how to cook a beloved Aussie takeaway dish with authentic techniques, from crafting a rich homemade stock to mastering black bean sauce.

With its oyster shell facade and cave-like interior, the Grotta Capri restaurant in Sydney's east was a nod to its Italian owners and the migrants that shaped modern Australia.

The bánh mì was created in Vietnam after the arrival of French colonialists. Now it's a firm favourite for lunch across Australia. 

This soup is hearty, nourishing and perfect for cosy nights in. The spices add warmth, while red lentils give it a velvety texture without the need for cream.  

Golden leeks, tender potatoes and fragrant thyme come together in this creamy, heartwarming soup. Topped with crispy croutons and a drizzle of olive oil, it's a simple dish that delivers big on flavour. 

Loaded with roasted veggies and fresh herbs, this frittata is a simple, nourishing meal perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Nornie Bero shares a truly special dish — tender confit octopus, slow-cooked in aromatic oil and paired with a fresh native chimichurri. A celebration of bold flavours and native ingredients.

Juicy pork, crisp slaw and soft bread, this pork katsu sambo is next-level delicious!

This gluten-free banana bread is packed with natural sweetness, rich chocolate and nutty goodness. The perfect way to use up those overripe bananas!

Effortless to prepare, bursting with flavour, this roasted flounder with caper butter and lemony beans is a guaranteed dinner table winner!