Food & drink

Good old pesto spaghetti

Pesto pasta was my go-to meal in my early twenties.

Wine vs wine – August 2025

RICHARD SAYS 2024 Paralian Shiraz 14% McLaren Vale (Blewitt Springs), South Australia RRP $48 Shiraz isn’t always boring, monolithic, oaky, and hugely alcoholic demanding slabs of...

Foodscray Pt 2: Eating your way through this flavourhood 

Savour the second installment of favourite Footscray eateries, highlighting must-try spots and top delicacies in the area.

Risotto alla Milanese

Patience and a little effort will reward you with a simple elegant dish.

Creamy roast pumpkin mafaldine with burnt butter and sage

Whack all the ingredients in a blender and keep in the fridge for a quick midweek dinner.

Wine vs wine – July 2025

This month's wine reviews are: 2024 Freya and Jules Riesling and Aylesbury Estate ‘Pater Series’ Chardonnay 2023.

Willy Lit Festival fed our appetites for food writing

Food Writing with Feeling, hosted by The Westsider and populated by inspiring panelists, explored the cultural importance of food writing.

Wok and Roll’ing at Xuan Anh Banh Cuon

Experience the rich heritage of Vietnamese cuisine at Xuan Anh Banh Cuon, where authenticity and simplicity meet.

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