Parisi

The Parisi family, led by father and son, Chris and Julian, are at Flemington Markets daily and work with a huge network of growers to source the great fruit and vegetables I love cooking with. Here are some of my favourite recipes using Parisi’s awesome fresh produce.

Deep-fried Zucchini Flowers
Pear, Fennel & Radish Salad

Salads

Salads can be a starter, side or star attraction, simple or complex, hot or cold. Here are some of my favourite salad recipes from around the world.

Watercress Soup and Chive Pull Aparts

Soups

What’s more satisfying than a bowl of soup? Hot or cold, light or hearty, creamy and smooth or chunky, here are some of my favourite soup recipes.

Mushroom Pappardelle

Pasta

Pasta is the perfect quick, easy comfort food. Whip up a bowl in less time than it takes for pizza to arrive. Here are my favourite pasta recipes.

Baked Honey-glazed Baby Carrots

Sides

They may be a support act, but great side dishes can transform a meal. Here are some of my favourite side dishes using Parisi fresh produce.

Asparagus Goat Cheese Risotto - Food Waste

Italian

Despite great regional diversity, northern Italy and southern Italy are united by passion for simple, seasonal food. Here are my favourite Italian recipes.

Baby Radishes with Pepe Saya Cultured Butter & Olsson's Sea Salt Flakes

French

Vive La France! From bistro classics to lesser-known regional dishes from Provençe, Alsace and the Basque country. Here are my favourite French recipes.

Bánh Mí (Banh Mi) with Windy Hills Farm herbs

Asian

Here are my favourite Asian recipes, from herb-driven southeast Asian dishes and India’s heady spices to China and Japan’s unique cuisines.

Turkish Eggplant Salad (Patliçan Salatası)

Mid East & Greek

The food of Turkey, the Levant, North Africa & Greece have a lot in common, including a love of fresh produce. Enjoy my favourite recipes from that part of the world.

Figs & Prosciutto

Small Plates

Whether it’s eastern Mediterranean mezze, Italian antipasto or Spanish tapas, the idea is the same: small dishes of tasty food to enjoy with a drink.

Saffron Poached Pears

Sweets

Fruit and vegetables are colourful, textural, great-tasting and good for you! Here are some of my favourite sweet treats using Parisi's gorgeous fresh produce.

Bajan Corn Soup

Vegan

The world of fruits, vegetables and funghi provides a wealth of plant-based possibilities for delicious dishes. Here are my favourite sweet and savoury vegan recipes.

Vegetable Stock

Basics

Take your cooking from good to great with these basic stocks, sauces and other preparations that form the cornerstone of delicious dishes.

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