Entertaining | Home Beautiful https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/entertaining/ Homes, Bathroom, Kitchen & Outdoor Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:46:12 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/10/cropped-HBFavIcon2024.png Entertaining | Home Beautiful https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/entertaining/ 32 32 221866170 4 delicious ways to transform panettone https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/entertaining/panettone/ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:46:05 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1284442 Don’t let that festive panettone go stale!

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]]> The holidays are over, and that beautiful panettone still sits untouched on your sideboard. We get it, sometimes the season ends before the cravings do. But don’t toss it! This Italian classic is a gift that keeps on giving. With a little creativity, you can reinvent it into indulgent desserts that feel fresh, fun, and utterly fabulous. Bookmark these ideas for next year too, and you’ll thank us when the festive rush hits again.

panettone perduto
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Panettone Perduto (Italian-Style French Toast)

Tried and tested (digested?!) by the Home Beautiful team, golden, custardy slices of panettone fried to perfection will make this your new brunch hero with a sweet Italian twist.

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Chocolate hazelnut ice cream pandoro

Chocolate hazelnut ice-cream pandoro

Dress up a plain pandoro with simple, store-bought ingredients like ice-cream and berries for a dessert that’s pure elegance.

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Raspberry limoncello bomb
(Credits: Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce)

Raspberry limoncello bomb

A frozen showstopper bursting with tangy raspberries and zesty limoncello. Panettone never looked so chic.

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Fruit trifle in a trifle dish on a table decorated for Christmas.
(Credits: Photography: John Paul Urizar | Recipe & Styling: Michele Cranston | Food preparation: Dixie Elliott)

Grilled fruit trifle with panettone and sugared almonds

Layers of creamy custard, juicy fruit, and torn panettone chunks make this trifle a true holiday encore, and the laissez‑faire assembly is the stylish answer to entertaining fatigue.

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]]> 1284442 panettone perduto Chocolate hazelnut ice-cream pandoro Raspberry Limoncello Bomb fruit-trifle-recipe homebeautiful-1284442 Simple zucchini salad https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/zucchini-salad/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 03:41:22 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1284300 Fresh zucchini ribbons with basil, currants and tangy dressing.

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]]> Fresh, light, and bursting with flavour, this simple zucchini salad from the Clove app is the perfect way to elevate your greens. Thin ribbons of zucchini create a beautiful base, while sweet currants soaked in apple cider vinegar add a tangy twist. Fragrant basil, a squeeze of lemon, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil bring everything together for a dish that’s as pretty as it is delicious. Quick to prepare and ideal for warm days, this salad makes a refreshing side or a light lunch. Make sure you use a mandoline or vegetable peeler to make the thin zucchini ribbons; they look much more impressive! And serve immediately to avoid the zucchini getting too watery.

For more zucchini recipes, try this zucchini and asparagus pasta, this zucchini tart or these yummy zucchini fritters.

Ingredients

Method

1.

Combine currants and a good splash of apple cider vinegar in a small bowl and set aside.

2.

Very thinly slice 3 zucchini into ribbons with a mandoline or vegetable peeler and gently place in a flattish dish.

3.

Sprinkle with a few generous pinches of salt and cracked black pepper, a squeeze of lemon juice and a pinch of chilli flakes.

4.

Add 2 handfuls of basil leaves plus the soaked currants and gently mix.

5.

Taste, and add more salt and pepper if needed, then drizzle with good-quality olive oil and the currant-soaked apple cider vinegar.

6.

Lightly mix and serve immediately.

Tip

For a heartier version, add toasted nuts like almonds or pistachios, or toasted pepita or sunflower seeds. Some crumbled fetta or dollops of goat’s cheese or ricotta would add a nice creaminess.

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]]> 1284300 homebeautiful-1284300 Quick and easy zucchini and asparagus pasta https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/zucchini-and-asparagus-pasta/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 01:25:55 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1284245 All your daily greens in one dish.

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]]> Get the year off to a healthy start with this vibrant green pasta dish from the Clove app that’s as nourishing as it is beautiful. Packed with vegetables like asparagus, zucchini, and peas, it’s a light yet satisfying meal that brings a burst of colour and flavour to your table. Fragrant basil, a hint of chilli, and a squeeze of lemon brighten every bite, while a generous sprinkle of Parmesan adds the perfect finishing touch. Quick to prepare and full of wholesome goodness, this recipe is ideal for a simple weeknight dinner or a leisurely lunch that tastes like sunshine on a plate.

For more zucchini recipes, try the zucchini and four cheese tart or zucchini fritters or, to use it in something sweet, try this zucchini cake.

Ingredients

Method

1.

Remove the woody stems from the asparagus and cut into 3cm pieces on an angle. Cut the zucchinis into 3cm thick rounds, and pick the basil leaves from the stem and set aside.

2.

In a large frypan over medium heat, add the olive oil and fry the zucchini slices for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Turn down the heat to low and add the salt, pepper, and chilli flakes, if using. Zest the lemon into the pan, then squeeze in the juice of half the lemon and mix well. Cover with a lid and cook for 15 minutes until the zucchinis start to fall apart.

3.

While the zucchinis are cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Add the spaghetti and cook to packet instructions until al dente. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas and asparagus pieces. When the peas and asparagus are bright green and tender, reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and vegetables into a large colander.

4.

Add the drained pasta, peas, and asparagus to the zucchini pan, with the ¼ cup of pasta water and cook gently for a few minutes, until the pasta water thickens slightly. Squeeze in the other half of the lemon, add the basil leaves and stir. Taste and season with more salt and pepper, if needed.

5.

Turn off the heat, top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and plenty of cracked pepper and serve.

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]]> 1284245 homebeautiful-1284245 From TV to tree: Tara Dennis’ genius hacks for a beautiful Christmas on any budget https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/christmas/tara-dennis-christmas-decorating-tips-pineapple/ Tue, 23 Dec 2025 21:43:40 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1284077 Our beloved homewares queen is spilling her best-kept secrets for creating a stunning Christmas look, proving you don’t need to start from scratch.

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]]> Tara Dennis lives and breathes Christmas. In her Balmain homewares haven, she’s forever swapping jingling bells for evergreen wreaths, only to see them whisked away by inspired shoppers. “Even yesterday, I was chopping things down, thinking, ‘What goes here next?’ It’s an ever-evolving Christmas theme,” she laughs. Nothing stays the same for long.

On any given day, Tara might be scaling a ladder with a champagne bucket under one arm and linen napkins in the other, or tweaking festive windows late at night to spark tomorrow’s ideas. “My magic is making home feel like home – the best it can be,” she says. “Retail is just an extension of what I did on TV. I’m still helping people create beautiful spaces.”

Her genius approach to styling takes the stress out of decorating. Simple, heartfelt tips that work with what you already own, and won’t blow the budget.

Listen to Tara’s brilliant Christmas decorating ideas on The Edit – a new podcast by Home Beautiful

In her own home, Christmas begins in the most magical way – on Christmas Eve. After weeks of styling countless trees for her store, Tara finally turns her creative energy homeward. When the last happy customer leaves and the shop doors close, the family heads to their river house, ready to embrace the season.

A glass of champagne marks the end of the busiest stretch and the start of a well-earned celebration. With her husband and son – both as passionate about the season as she is – Tara transforms their river house into a festive sanctuary.

Tara Dennis River House Christmas Entertaining pineapple themed dining table decorations and a pavlova topped with dried pineapple flowers
(Credit: Photography: Martyn Rushby / Styling: Tara Dennis)

This year, Tara’s Christmas table celebrates the ultimate icon of summer – the pineapple. Inspired by its fresh, sun-kissed palette of soft yellows and vibrant greens, her setting begins with an elegant block-printed linen tablecloth. Down the centre runs a lush evergreen garland, accented with colour-matched baubles and ribbons for a look that feels effortless yet elevated.

More beautiful ideas from Tara

Tara Dennis River House Christmas Entertaining pineapple themed dining table decorations with a lit tapered candle melting down to a brass candlestick
(Credit: Photography: Martyn Rushby / Styling: Tara Dennis)

Tara’s skill in reinventing what you already own to create a festive look is her secret weapon and something she’s honed over years of visual merchandising. It’s not difficult to achieve. “If customers don’t have a lot of money to spend, I’ll say OK, great, let’s get some ribbon. Let’s dolly up what you had last year and make it better,” says Tara. “Do you have some decorations from your tree left over from last year? Maybe you can add those to a new wreath and make it more personal and yours. It’s the little touches…”

Each year, Tara’s Christmas style draws on trends she spots during her travels. This season, it’s all about layering personality into the table. Dust off Grandma’s candlesticks (tapered candles are having a major moment) and line them down the centre for instant elegance. If pineapples aren’t your thing, swap in seasonal touches: split a market bunch of Christmas bush into petite posies or create a fresh herb row with supermarket pots for a simple, chic twist.

Tara Dennis River House Christmas Entertaining pineapple themed dining table decorations
(Credit: Photography: Martyn Rushby / Styling: Tara Dennis)

The star of Tara’s Christmas menu this year is a pavlova crowned with delicate dried pineapple flowers. “I bought a Sunbeam dehydrator last year, and I got it out again last night to make a whole bunch of pineapple blooms for my pavlova,” she says. Her decorations echo this sunny palette—soft yellows paired with warm brass candlesticks and cream-tinted tapers. By stripping back other colours, Tara lets these tones shine, carrying the theme through with tiny ribbons on glassware and a hint of sparkle in the baubles.

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]]> With the New Year almost upon us, it’s time to plan ahead and stock up on party pleasers in your home bar. Not that we need a special occasion to bring out the fancy glasses and top up the bar cart! Whatever your plans, we’ve pulled together a list of incredibly delicious cocktail recipes that will up your mixology game in no time and give you a great excuse to invest in new stemware.

As friends crowd around your kitchen island to raise a colourful glass before heading out for the night, to celebrate another trip around the sun, or stay in to cosy up on your outdoor sofa, you’ll wonder why you ever spent $30 on a cocktail in the city. The best part? You don’t need to be a bartender to whip up these cocktails and have a recipe for every occasion.

Champagne cocktail at Chiswick restaurant
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Lucy Gough

01

A champagne cocktail recipe

A classy champagne cocktail, complete with a little bit of bitters and a whole lot of bubbles

If you’re looking for something a little special, then this classy champagne cocktail recipe will certainly elevate your evening.

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Cloudy apple and cucumber frozen margarita

02

Frozen margarita recipe

The perfect cocktail for warm summer nights

This frozen margarita recipe is a twist on the classic margarita recipe and is a real party starter for those who want to spice up their night ahead of dining on Mexican fare – either at home or at the local restaurant.

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03

Rosé sorbet mimosa

This ‘frosé’ is the perfect pick-me-up

This delicious sorbet recipe is perfect for any afternoon soiree or as the ideal adult-only treat. The best part is that you can prepare your sorbet in the lead-up to your party and serve a scoop as a bright and refreshing delight when ready.

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;lychee ginger cocktail recipe
(Photo: Getty)

04

Lychee ginger rose cocktail

Get creative with gin and spicy ginger beer

Packed with nutrients, the star of this refreshing drink is the exotic sweetness of lychees combined with the spicy kick of ginger beer, creating a delightful blend of flavours.

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05

The Orchard’s kiss cocktail

A romantic cocktail with a touch of red roses

Inspired by an ancient symbol of love that relates back to the Greek God Dionysus who offered apples to win the Goddess Aphrodite’s love, this romantic cocktail is perfect for a tête-à-tête.

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04

Two-Fold Tango Whisky cocktail

The perfect tipple for whiskey lovers

Using Two-Fold Whisky steeped in spicy flavours drawn from red wine barrel aging, and the sweet Oloroso sherry, this whisky cocktail will heat up your night.

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Hugo spritz and negroni sbagliato cocktails.
(Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Kerrie-Ann Jones)

05

Negroni sbagliato

Add a touch of flair with the lightly effervescent negroni sbagliato

The negroni sbagliato may have been social media’s cocktail of choice a few years ago, but the Prosecco-based drink is an Italian classic, swapping gin for sparkling wine, as with a negroni.

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07

Mello’ Poppins cocktail

A delicious cocktail perfect for summer

A glass full of freshly squeezed watermelon juice combined with vodka and Aperol creates this delightfully refreshing cocktail by The Grounds.

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Lillet, gin and guava Autumn rose cocktail
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

08

Lillet, gin and guava autumn rosé

A lively gin cocktail with tones of autumn leaves

This lovely little number is simple to prepare and ideal as a pre-dinner cocktail. While the warm colour evokes the russet tones of autumn and winter, it can be enjoyed all year round.

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Bathers' Pavilion Strawberry Serenade and Botanist Green house gin cocktail recipes
(Photography: John Paul Urizar / Styling: Michele Cranston)

09

Strawberry Serenade cocktail

A perfect celebration cocktail for lunch by the sea

Chefs at Sydney’s Bathers’ Pavilion, Cameron Johnston & Shruti Punja, share their recipe for the Strawberry Serenade – a brilliant, simple, gin-based cocktail.

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10

Frozen cherry cocktail

A festive treat enjoyed year-round

This delicious slushy cocktail can be served as an after-dinner dessert cocktail with cherries and blueberries bursting with flavour.

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(Photo: Magnum + Queens)

11

Sgroppino sorbet cocktail

Spoiler: contains Prosecco!

We love finding new ways to drink sparkling wine, and this beauty puts a fabulous twist on an age-old refresher that once graced aristocratic Venetian tables. 

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classic Negroni cocktail recipe
(Photo: Getty)

12

Classic Negroni cocktail

Perfect for the entry-level cocktail

Wondering what cocktail to serve on your first date? The Negroni is one of the easiest cocktails to make and is the perfect crowd-pleaser. You may never move on from this!

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champagne gin cocktail recipe
(Photography: Chris Warnes)

13

French 75 cocktail

Simple, elegant and celebratory

This is a classic cocktail, and for good reason! The simple blend of gin, champagne and lemon creates a delicate but sweet taste that’ll have your guests asking for seconds.

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Pimm's peach cocktail in a tall glass.
(Photography: Chris Warnes)

14

Pimm’s peach cocktail

An unexpected peachy punch

Mix-up your weeknight with a sweet cocktail featuring decadent peaches baked in Pimm’s syrup. A little fruity and a little tangy, this fresh cocktail is best served with cream to balance the flavour.

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]]> 1061358 Chiswick-restaurant-champagne-cocktail Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Lucy Gough margarita lychee ginger cocktail recipe Whisky cocktail recipe (2) hugo-spritz-negroni-1 Melbourne Cup lunch | Home Beautiful Magazine Australia Mello' Poppins cocktail Lillet, gin and guava Autumn rose cocktail Bathers' Pavilion Strawberry Serenade and Botanist Green house gin cocktail recipes classic-negroni-recipe french-75-cocktail-recipe-2.jpg pimms-peaches-cocktail-recipe-2 as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1061358 30 irresistible Christmas desserts to wow your guests https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/christmas/christmas-desserts/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 23:25:41 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1057217 From classic pavlovas to decadent trifles.

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]]> Christmas is the most wonderful time of year and Christmas dessert is the most wonderful part of Christmas dinner – for the sweet tooths, anyway! It doesn’t matter whether you’ve presented the most succulent Christmas ham, perfected your pork crackling or tossed together a tangy summer salad, all of the magic and drama of a Christmas feast really rests on the finale, that is, a beautiful and crowd-pleasing dessert. 

In our roundup of the best Christmas dessert recipes, we’ve done away with old-fashioned fruit cakes and plum puddings, in favour of fresh, summery creations. So whether you’re feeling a classic pavlova topped with summer berries, or a modern twist on an old favourite, this list is sure to inspire. 

Best Christmas dessert recipes

Pavlova with seasonal berries on top at Chiswick restaurant
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Lucy Gough

Pavlova with strawberry and stone fruit

The classic Christmas dessert

Crisp meringue, luscious cream, and vibrant summer fruits come together in this iconic Australian dessert – light yet indulgent for a sunny Christmas day.

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Raspberry limoncello bomb
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce

Raspberry limoncello bomb

A showstopping dessert

Bursting with flavour, this frozen bomb blends tangy raspberries and zesty limoncello for a refreshing finale to your Christmas feast.

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Lychee and mango trifles.
Photography: Rob Palmer

Lychee mango trifle

Individual trifle serves

Exotic and refreshing, these mini tropical trifles blend juicy mangoes and delicate lychees with creamy layers for a dessert that feels like a holiday in a bowl.

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Frozen black forest tart
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce

Frozen black forest tart

Perfect for summer

A modern spin on a beloved classic, this frozen tart combines chocolate and cherries for a dessert that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent – perfect for Christmas and summer celebrations.

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Chocolate hazelnut ice cream pandoro

Chocolate hazelnut ice‑cream pandoro

An Italian dessert with a hidden surprise

Bring a taste of Italy to your Christmas table with this decadent twist on the classic pandoro with layers of velvety chocolate-hazelnut spread, raspberry jam and salted caramel ice-cream tucked inside the golden, star‑shaped sweet bread.

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Eggnog brandy snap ice-cream cookies
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce

Eggnog brandy snap ice‑cream cookies

A festive sensation

Crisp brandy snaps paired with creamy eggnog ice‑cream deliver a festive twist on a classic treat – ideal for festive parties.

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cherry custard tart
Photography: Nicky Ryan

Cherry custard tart

Pops of sweetness in custard

Sweet, juicy cherries nestled in silky custard and a crisp golden crust make this tart a festive showstopper. Its vibrant colour and indulgent flavour bring a touch of elegance to your Christmas table. Perfect for impressing guests and celebrating the season in style.

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Cassata ice-cream Christmas tree cones
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce

Cassata ice‑cream Christmas tree cones

A whimsical dessert

Turn your table into a winter wonderland with these adorable cassata ice‑cream cones shaped like Christmas trees – playful, eye‑catching and delicious.

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Strawberry cranberry frozen souffles
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce

Strawberry cranberry frozen soufflés

An elegant dessert

Light, fruity, and festive, these frozen soufflés combine strawberries, cranberries and Cointreau for a vibrant holiday showstopper.

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No-bake chocolate and raspberry sherbet tart
Photography: James Moffatt / Styling: Steve Pearce

No‑bake chocolate and raspberry sherbet tart

A make-ahead marvel

Celebrate Christmas in style with this no‑bake beauty! Rich chocolate meets tangy raspberry sherbet for a refreshing, indulgent tart that’s perfect for festive gatherings without the oven fuss.

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Matcha and coconut panna cotta tart
Photography: James Moffatt / Styling: Steve Pearce

Matcha and coconut panna cotta tart

Smooth and delicious

Bring a sophisticated twist to your holiday table with this festive tart. Earthy matcha and creamy coconut panna cotta create a light, elegant dessert that feels as special as Christmas itself.

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rhubarb strawberry almond tart recipe
Photography: Nicky Ryan

Rhubarb and strawberry almond tart

A classic treat

Bursting with seasonal cheer, this tart combines sweet strawberries and tangy rhubarb in a nutty almond crust. A vibrant, festive treat that looks as good as it tastes!

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Hummingbird cake with pineapple flowers
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce

Hummingbird cake with pineapple flowers

Perfect for a summer Christmas

Bring tropical cheer to your Christmas spread with this spiced banana and pineapple cake, crowned with snowy white chocolate icing and golden pineapple ‘flowers’. It’s like summer and Christmas wrapped in one delicious gift.

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Mimosa cake
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce

Mimosa cake

A grown-up treat

Celebrate the season with a cake that sparkles this Christmas! Infused with Champagne and orange zest, this elegant sponge topped with citrus slices feels like a toast to holiday joy.

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Hazelnut praline cake
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce

Hazelnut praline cake

Perfect for celebrations

Rich, nutty layers and crunchy praline make this cake a true Christmas indulgence. Its caramelised hazelnut crunch and creamy filling are perfect for festive feasts.

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Coffee fudge cake with toasted coffee meringue
James Moffatt / Styling: Steve Pearce

Coffee fudge cake with toasted coffee meringue

End Christmas Day on a high

Warm up your Christmas spread with this decadent chocolate‑coffee cake, topped with snowy peaks of toasted meringue. It’s a comforting treat for holiday nights by the tree.

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Chocolate caramel celebration cake with layers of caramel frosting
Photography: Nicky Ryan

Chocolate cake with whiskey caramel sauce

An alternative to traditional desserts

This showstopper is pure Christmas luxury: velvety chocolate layers draped in whiskey‑spiked caramel, like a rich ribbon on a festive gift. Perfect for grown‑up celebrations.

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pink lady apple and cherry pie
Photography: Nicky Ryan

Pink lady apple & cherry pie

Cherry and apple goodness

A golden lattice crust filled with tender apples and juicy cherries, kissed with cinnamon for a festive, fruity dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

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Cherry pie with piped meringue over the top
Photography: Nicky Ryan

Gluten‑free cherry meringue pie

A treat for everyone

Sweet, tangy cherries in a crisp gluten‑free crust, topped with clouds of golden meringue. A festive showstopper that’s as inclusive as it is indulgent!

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Celebration pavlova wreath with strawberries and pomegranate
Photography: Cath Muscat

Pavlova wreath

A stunning, wreath-shaped dessert

Pavlova is the quintessential Australian Christmas dessert. It’s light, it’s sweet and can be topped with any combination of delicious summer fruits. One way to make your pav stand out from the rest is to make it in the shape of a wreath. Now that’s a dessert worthy of Christmas table centrepiece status.

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White forest pavlova with raspberries and strawberries.
Photography: Cath Muscat/The Interiors Edit / Styling: Imogene Abady

White chocolate pavlova

Featuring strawberries steeped in Chambord

For Selling Houses Australia presenter Wendy Moore, Christmas is all about family traditions, and this elegant pavlova featuring white chocolate and strawberries steeped in sugar and Chambord is one of them.

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Gingerbread and whisky bomb alaska
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce

Gingerbread and whiskey bombe alaska

A dazzling dessert

With a delicate base, cold ice-cream inside and toasted meringue peaks on top, this bombe alaska is lip-smackingly yummy and a complete Christmas table showstopper.

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Black forest pavlova

A moody twist on a classic favourite

In Australia, cherries are only in season for about 100 days – and those days happen to coincide with Christmas. Take advantage of a bounty of cherries by teaming them up with a classic pavlova to create a decadent dessert everyone will love.

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Christmas wreath stollen recipe
Photography: Cath Muscat

Traditional spiced stollen

An edible Christmas wreath

Candied fruit and nuts plus the uplifting aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg and lemon zest make this traditional stollen the perfect Christmas treat. Shaping the dough into a wreath before baking it invites everyone gathered around the table to take a piece.

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Eton mess cheesecake recipe
Photography: Chris Warnes / Styling: John Mangila

Eton mess cheesecake

Topped with a fluffy meringue layer

Can’t decide whether to make a pavlova or a cheesecake this year? Why not have both? This decadent cheesecake is topped with a fluffy meringue layer, and combined with fresh summer berries equals the ultimate Christmas dessert.

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Christmas fruit trifle in a clear trifle dish on a table decorated according to a navy and red Christmas colour scheme.
Photography: John Paul Urizar / Styling: Michele Cranston / Food preparation: Dixie Elliott

Panettone trifle

Served with grilled fruit and sugared almonds

The magic of this summery fruit trifle is in the assemblage. Why bake a sponge cake from scratch when there’s an abundance of Panettone? Soak pieces of Panettone in Cointreau and layer with grilled fruit and dollops of mascarpone.

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Rose and vanilla zabaglione trifle recipe
Photography: Cath Muscat

Rosé and vanilla zabaglione trifle

Decadent and delicious

Three distinct layers of rosé jelly, zabaglione and gently singed Italian meringue make this trifle especially picturesque. Everyone will be dying to dig into it!

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Limoncello trifle dessert topped with white chocolate curls in a clear bowl, surrounded by champagne glasses, on an outdoor table.
Photography: Chris Warnes / Styling: John Mangila

Limoncello sponge finger trifle

Easy to prepare in advance

Trifles have many favourable qualities: they look great and taste even better, but one thing that makes them invaluable to the busy Christmas host is that they can be prepared ahead of time. This fresh and zesty trifle (featuring a hit of limoncello) can be completely prepared and assembled the day before.

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Photography: Cath Muscat

Cassata ice-cream sandwiches

Perfect for a hot summer’s day

On a hot summer’s day, nothing beats ice-cream. This dessert takes ice-cream to the next level, sandwiched between two shortbread biscuits and topped with fresh summer berries and pistachios. A delicious crowd-pleaser.

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Biscoff swirl bundt cake
Photography: James Moffatt / Styling: Steve Pearce

Biscoff swirl bundt cake

The flavours of Christmas

Serve warm with dollops of Biscoff spread for a dessert that’s as joyful to share as it is delicious.

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]]> 1057217 Chiswick-restaurant-pavlova Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Lucy Gough Raspberry Limoncello Bomb Lychee and mango trifles Frozen Black Forest Tart Chocolate hazelnut ice-cream pandoro Eggnog Brandy Snap Ice-Cream Cookies cherry custard tart Cassata Ice-Cream Christmas Tree Cones Strawberry Cranberry Frozen Souffles Chocolate-tart Matcha-coconut-pannacotta-tart Rhubarb-and-strawberry-tart-recipe Hummingbird cake with pineapple flowers Mimosa cake Hazelnut Praline cake Coffee fudge cake with toasted coffee meringue Chocolate caramel celebration cake with layers of caramel frosting pink lady apple and cherry pie € € Celebration pavlova wreath with strawberries and pomegranate wendymoore whitechristmasmeringuecake_cath muscat_the interiors edit© Gingerbread and whisky bomb alaska Christmas wreath stollen recipe eton-mess-cheesecake-recipe panettone-trifle Rose and vanilla zabaglione trifle recipe Limoncello trifle Biscoff-bundt-cake homebeautiful-1057217 Festive styling ideas for your ottoman, plus beautiful decor buys https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-ideas/festive-styling-ideas-ottoman/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 07:01:52 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1283809 How to decorate your ottoman according to your personal style and mood.

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]]> Though we may not realise it, the humble ottoman — like the kitchen island bench — is where many of us end up spending Christmas Eve and Christmas morning.

Perched on a plush sofa or cross-legged on a cosy rug, the ottoman is where we often gather, to watch ‘Love Actually’ for the zillionth time, wrap presents (and unwrap them) and entertain family and friends during the festive season.

So, it makes sense to give this space as much decorative attention as you would the finest of tablescapes. Here, we’ve captured different ways to style your ottoman according to the mood and moment.

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Festive ottoman styled and decorated with a floral rug, cheese, nuts, a lamp, champagne and gifts.
With champagne, a cheese board and a richly patterned rug, this ottoman is styled for a festive late-night soiree. (Photography: Brigid Arnott | Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

How to style a festive ottoman

Wondering how to style your ottoman? The first step is to identify and complement both your living room decor and your festive theme.

Are you a fan of classic Hamptons sophistication? Is a traditional, wintry tartan aesthetic your jam? Perhaps contemporary, nature-inspired Australian style floats your boat.

Make sure you include practicalities, but don’t forget some festive flourishes at the end. The key to successfully styling an ottoman is all in the layering.

Festive ottoman styled and decorated in an Australian nature-inspired theme with champagne, a cheese board and a wreath.
This nature-inspired ottoman-scape uses texture, foliage and a neutral palette to create a breezy Aussie-Christmas mood. (Photography: Brigid Arnott | Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

Begin with a tactile rug that either blends with the tones in the ottoman or provides a contrast.

It’s important to choose the right ottoman for the space, whether that is a small round one for a compact corner or one in a bold hue for an area that needs a pop of colour.

Festive ottoman styled and decorated in blue and burgundy with gifts, flowers and giftwrapping.
Thanks to a lush deep burgundy rug and a contrasting blue ottoman and giftwrap, this scene imbues relaxed luxury. (Photography: Brigid Arnott | Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

Place a tray off centre on the ottoman to act as a base for your items — a mirrored or timber tray works well. It’s best to put any vase with flowers on your tray as this provides a stable, flat surface.

You can also use bowls, baskets, platters, serving boards and plates to display smaller items.

Festive ottoman decorated with gifts, homewares, giftwrapping, tartan, a lamp and red accents.
Tartan in various prints, classic games and red accents evokes both nostalgia and a cosy Northern Hemisphere Christmas. (Photography: Brigid Arnott | Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

Include coffee table books with covers that go with your theme. Cordless lamps are useful as you don’t need a powerpoint nearby.

Add a bowl full of baubles, your favourite festive treats and maybe a gift or two along with the always essential glass of bubbles.

A festive ottoman decorated and styled in a classic, beige and neutral theme with champagne, a cheese platter and bonbons.
Tactile and tasteful, this ottoman is an inviting spot to nibble on Christmas goodies and catch up with dear friends. (Photography: Brigid Arnott | Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

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]]> 1283809 festive-ottoman-styling-decorating-floral-rug-cheese-nutes-lamp-champagne-gifts festive-ottoman-styling-decorating-australian-nature-inspired-champagne-cheese-board-wreath festive-ottoman-styling-decorating-blue-burgundy-gifts-flowers-wrapping festive-decorating-ottoman-gifts-homewares-tartan festive-ottoman-decorating-styling-beige-neutral-classic-champagne-cheese-platter freedom-tray INCENSE-HOLDER-AESOP CORDLESS-TABLE-LAMP TARTAN-CUSHIONS green-linen-napkin champagne-dessert-bowl gold-cheese-knife-set artificial-flowers-vase homebeautiful-1283809 Black and gold cake https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/black-and-gold-cake/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1283008 This black and gold cake is an impressive centrepiece.

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]]> This black and gold cake is delicious. Called black cake because it’s rich and black with rum and dried fruits, it is similar to fruit cake but has a pudding-like texture. The gold comes in the shape of shimmering gold leaf on top. Baking this cake is an exercise in patience and delayed gratification, as to make it properly takes days. While this recipe may not be for someone in a hurry, don’t let this put you off. It’s well worth the wait and it fills the kitchen with smells of sweet, heady alcohol, spices and citrus zest.

For more Christmas cakes, check out this chocolate and citrus fruit cake or this fig fruit cake.

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Ingredients

Cake
Icing

Method

1.

To make the cake, combine the dried fruit, cherries and peel in a large saucepan, cover with the Marsala and simmer gently over a medium-low heat until all the liquid has been absorbed. Take off the heat, pour over the 300ml rum, then cover and let soak overnight.

2.

Heat the oven to 180˚C (160˚C fan-forced). Butter a 23cm cake tin and line with baking paper.

3.

Tumble the dried fruit into a food processor, along with any boozy juices, and blitz to a paste.

4.

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy and paler. Add the treacle, zests and vanilla, then beat until combined. Now add the eggs, one at a time, beating until combined. In a second bowl, sift the flour, baking powder and spices, then fold this into the cake mix in four parts, trying to keep as much air as possible in the batter. Lastly, fold in the macerated fruit paste, adding it in three parts.

5.

Pour the cake batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top. Bake for 60 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 160˚C (140˚C fan-forced) and bake for a further 4 hours, until a knife comes out clean when inserted into the middle of the cake.

6.

Once cooked, use a toothpick to make holes all over the top of the cake and use a pastry brush to brush over the 30ml rum. Let cool completely in its tin.

7.

To ice the cake, roll the marzipan out between 2 sheets of baking paper into a 2.5mm-thick disc large enough to cover the top and sides of the cake. Warm the jam together with the measured water in a small saucepan over a gentle heat, until it turns liquid and hot, then use a pastry brush to glaze all over the sides and top of the cake to create a tacky surface. Drape the marzipan disc over the cake and gently press it down to snugly cover the sides, trimming away any excess and patching up gaps as needed (don’t worry, you won’t see this layer, so it doesn’t need to be perfect).

8.

Now make the royal icing: in a spotlessly clean mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy, then add the icing sugar, a spoonful at a time, whisking all the while. Lastly, whisk in the liquid glucose and lemon juice and whisk until you have a thick, glossy white icing that holds stiff peaks.

9.

Spoon the frosty white icing over the top and sides of the cake, then spread it out evenly all over, making sure every last little corner and crevice is covered. Now use a fork to create a snowy texture in the thick, glossy layer of icing. Let the icing firm up somewhere cool and dry (not the fridge) for 24 hours.

10.

Lastly, use a paint brush to dab a small amount of edible glue on to a small patch of the white icing and gently stick a sheet of edible gold leaf on to it; then press down and even out with the brush. Repeat this process in a haphazard pattern all over the pristine white cake with the remaining sheets of gold.

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]]> 1283008 Pomegranate-glazed turkey Christmas salad panettone perduto The Christmas Companion cover as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1283008 Easy beetroot salad recipe for Christmas: Colourful, fresh and make-ahead https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/beetroot-salad/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1283005 This Christmas salad is delicious and easy.

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]]> This salad is called Christmas salad because it has the colours of Christmas in it – the red in the beetroot and pomegranate and the white in the fetta cheese sprinkled on top. You can prepare the beetroot far in advance to make for a less stressful Christmas Day. It is good as a side paired with a main course but it works equally well as a starter.

For more salad ideas, see our summer recipes collection. You could also try the peaches, asparagus and mozzarella salad or even a simple Greek salad.

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Ingredients

Method

1.

In a bowl, combine the olive oil, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar and lemon juice with a generous pinch of salt, then whisk lightly with a fork.

2.

Add the beetroot slices to the bowl with the dressing, then toss together so everything is well coated in glossy juices. Cover and set to one side to macerate for at least 30 minutes. (You can leave the beetroot to rest in the fridge for up to 3 days.)

3.

When ready to serve, arrange the slices of beetroot, overlapping, on a serving dish. Crumble over the feta, then scatter with pomegranate seeds and walnuts.

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]]> 1283005 panettone perduto Pomegranate-glazed turkey Black and gold cake The Christmas Companion cover as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1283005 Pomegranate-glazed turkey https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/pomegranate-glazed-turkey/ Sun, 07 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1282999 A delicious roast turkey recipe for Christmas.

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]]> This pomegranate-glazed turkey recipe is one of the best recipes out there for roast turkey for a couple of reasons. Firstly, you brine the turkey, which means the meat stays succulent no matter how it is roasted. Secondly, the pomegranate molasses glaze turns the skin a burnished colour and its sticky, salty tartness is irresistible. While this recipe doesn’t include stuffing, if you’d like to stuff the turkey you can fill the cavity after brining and increase the roasting time to allow for a heavier weight.

For more glazed turkey recipes, try this easy slow-roasted turkey with stuffing, roast turkey with lemon, cranberry and thyme stuffing or this turkey, chicken and cranberry terrine for something a bit different. For Christmas recipe ideas, check out our festive food collection.

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Ingredients

Brine
Turkey

Method

1.

Place the turkey in a large, deep pan, add the brine ingredients and top with cold water to cover (4–5 litres, depending on the pan). Cover and set somewhere cold for 10–12 hours. (I know some recipes require you to boil the brine first, but I never bother and it’s still amazing.)

2.

When ready to roast the turkey, lift it out of the brine, discard the liquid and put the bird on a rack in a roasting dish. Leave it for 1 hour to come to room temperature.

3.

Heat the oven to 220˚C (200˚C fan-forced).

4.

Combine the 220ml pomegranate juice, molasses, maple syrup, 2 tablespoons of the oil, the crushed peppercorns and salt flakes in a small bowl and whisk with a fork, then use a pastry brush to brush some of this glaze on the turkey, sprinkling more salt flakes over, to help it crisp in the oven. Now, pour 300–400ml of the stock into the roasting dish.

5.

Reduce the oven temperature to 180˚C (160˚C fan-forced) and immediately set the turkey in the bottom half of the oven. After 30 minutes, pour half the remaining glaze over the breast with 2 tablespoons more of the olive oil and top up the roasting dish with a little more stock. Repeat again after a further 30 minutes. If the skin looks browned, cover the turkey with foil before placing back in the oven, though it will inevitably blacken a bit with its sticky dark glaze.

6.

Roast until it has cooked for 1 hour 40 minutes in total (or 2 hours 10 minutes for a not free-range bird). Start checking the temperature halfway through cooking by inserting a meat thermometer in 3 places – the breast, the outer thigh and the inside thigh – to get an accurate reading. When the thermometer reads 72˚C, it’s done. Remove the turkey from the oven and rest on a carving board, covered with foil, for 20–30 minutes, before carving and serving.

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]]> 1282999 panettone perduto Christmas salad Black and gold cake The Christmas Companion cover as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1282999 Panettone Perduto: The luxurious Italian twist on French toast for your Christmas morning https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/panettone-perduto/ Sat, 06 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1282990 A decadent way to revive leftover panettone.

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]]> Perduto is the Italian version of French toast and is an excellent way to use up any leftover or stale panettone you have over the Christmas period. This is the perfect dish to spoil someone with on Christmas morning or serve it as a family breakfast around the Christmas tree. Getting this recipe right is about managing the heat on the pan – too cool and it will be soggy, too hot and it will burn. If you only have a small pan, set your oven to a very low heat: 110˚C/90˚C fan-forced or the lowest setting.

For a French toast recipe, try this brioche French toast. For another recipe with panettone, try this fruit trifle with panettone. Plus, check out our Christmas dessert recipes collection.

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Ingredients

Method

1.

Slice the panettone into pieces roughly 2 fingers thick.

2.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon together until well combined.

3.

Dip each panettone slice into the mixture, holding it in there for at least 20 seconds, so it can soak up the custard. Carefully lift the panettone out of the custard and allow any excess liquid to drain off.

4.

Melt a little butter in a large non-stick frying pan and fry half the panettone slices gently over a medium-low heat for 3–5 minutes, until lightly golden, then flip over and cook for a further 3–5 minutes on the second side, until warm all the way though. To check if they’re done, gently press the centre of a slice: if it feels firm, it’s ready; if it feels a little jiggly, keep cooking on a low heat a little longer. Repeat this process with the second half of the slices.

5.

Dust with icing sugar and a sprinkling of salt flakes, if you like, and serve immediately.

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]]> 1282990 Pomegranate-glazed turkey Christmas salad Black and gold cake The Christmas Companion cover as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1282990 Cassata ice-cream Christmas tree cones https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/cassata-ice-cream-christmas-tree-cones/ Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1282613 Ice-cream just got festive.

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]]> Cassata ice-cream Christmas tree cones bring a festive twist to a beloved classic dessert. Inspired by the traditional Italian cassata, these colourful treats combine layers of creamy ice-cream, candied fruit, and subtle hints of vanilla. Shaped like cheerful Christmas trees, they make a playful and eye-catching addition to any festive celebration. With their vibrant colours and rich flavours, Cassata ice-cream Christmas tree cones are sure to spread joy and sweetness all season long.

For more frozen desserts, try cassata ice-cream sandwiches, chocolate hazelnut ice-cream pandoro or caramel nut ice-cream cake.

Ingredients

Method

1.

Finely chop glacé cherries. Place in a small bowl with 1 tablespoon amaretto. Cover and stand for 2 hours, or overnight to soak.

2.

To prepare paper moulds, cut 6 x 30cm x 20cm sheets of non-stick baking paper. Trim 6 sheets of A4 paper into the same size. Lay a baking paper sheet over a sheet of regular paper. Bring top right corners down to the middle of the paper and then roll to form a cone shape. Staple and sticky tape to secure. Repeat with remaining sheets of paper and place in 6 tall glasses.

3.

Cut 6 circles from the sponge to match the size of the end of each cone. Crumble the remaining sponge.

4.

Fold crumbled sponge, cherries, lemon zest, pistachio and marzipan into softened ice-cream. Spoon the ice-cream mixture into the paper cones, packing down ice-cream tightly and levelling the top. Dip sponges in remaining amaretto and press into the ice-cream.

5.

Carefully transfer to the freezer for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.

6.

To serve, remove tape and unwrap the paper. Invert cones onto serving plates. Slice to serve and share.

Tip These can be made up to 3 weeks in advance. To make a loaf, instead of cutting circles from the sponge in step 3, crumble all the sponge and soak in amaretto. Follow recipe and fold soaked sponge into your cassata ice-cream base. Set in a 25cm x 10cm loaf tin lined with non-stick baking paper with a 3cm rim. Scoop or slice to serve.

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]]> 1282613 as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1282613 Eggnog brandy snap ice-cream cookies https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/eggnog-brandy-snap-ice-cream-cookies/ Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1282604 Classic Christmas flavours with a crunch.

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]]> Indulge in eggnog brandy snap ice-cream cookies – a decadent treat that blends nostalgic festive flavours with irresistible texture. Creamy eggnog-infused ice cream is paired with crisp, golden brandy snap cookies, creating a delightful contrast of cool richness and delicate crunch. Each bite offers warm notes of nutmeg, vanilla, and subtle brandy, making these cookies perfect for Christmas celebrations. Whether served as an elegant dessert or a seasonal snack, these handcrafted delights capture the essence of Christmas in every creamy, crackly, flavour-packed mouthful. Treat yourself to pure festive joy.

For more festive fare, try these cassata ice-cream sandwiches, this chocolate hazelnut ice-cream pandoro or check out our round-up of some of the best Christmas desserts.

Ingredients

Method

1.

Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced). Combine butter, sugar and golden syrup in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir until butter is melted. Add 2 teaspoons brandy and remove from the heat.

2.

Add flour and mix well to combine. Set aside to cool. Line 2 large baking trays with non-stick baking paper. In batches, spoon 2 teaspoons of mixture onto trays, leaving room to spread. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until lacy and golden. Set aside to cool. Repeat with remaining mix.

3.

For the ice-cream, place ice-cream in the bowl of an electric mixer and beat on low speed, until softened. Add remaining brandy, nutmeg and vanilla and beat until combined. Spoon into a piping bag fitted with a 1.5cm star nozzle. Place in freezer for 30 minutes.

4.

To serve, pipe ice-cream onto half the biscuits. Sandwich to serve. Serve immediately or freeze until ready to serve.

Tip You can set the ice-cream in a tray and cut portions out to the size of the brandy snaps to serve.

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]]> 1282604 as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1282604 Silvia Colloca cooks with freedom and joy (here’s how you can too) https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/entertaining/silvia-colloca-authentic-italian-cookware/ Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:28:55 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1283532 Slow and steady wins the flavour race.

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]]> Silvia Colloca is in a constant state of juggling. Even in an industry filled with multi-hyphenate talents, she’s as well-rounded as they come. Italian-Australian, cook and opera singer, TV host and actress. It seems there’s nothing she can’t do. But no matter how busy life gets, Silvia slows it down in her authentic Italian home and kitchen. And she wants you to find that easy paced sense of joy for cooking, too.

Actress and cook Silvia Colloca in a kitchen with a red and white gingham dress on. She is spooning a prawn dish out of a saucepan and on to a plate. A few potted plants and flowers in vases are positioned around her.
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What is Silvia Colloca known for?

Silvia Colloca is an Italian-Australian actress, opera singer and cook. Born in Milan, she underwent opera training in Italy and began her singing career there, before moving to Australia in 2009 with her Australian husband, actor Richard Roxburgh. The pair had met on the set of the movie Van Helsing, which they both appeeared in.

Now Silvia has made it her mission to share the joy of cooking like an Italian with the world. She has seven cookbooks under her belt and has starred in six cooking shows, two of which she co-created and co-produced.

We sat down with Silvia Colloca to find out exactly how to cook like an Italian (and why we should all want to).

A kitchen benchtop as seen from above. A sauteuse has pasta that has finished cooking in it while a chopping board beside this has a bowl filled with the pasta, a bowl with a triangle of cheese that has been partially grated plus a pot with a plant and a bottle of olive oil.
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What are you top tips on how to cook like an Italian?

Silvia Colloca: “If you want to cook like an Italian, start with good ingredients. That’s always the secret. Italian food is simple, so the ingredients have to do the talking. And then, don’t rush. Cooking in Italy is never about getting dinner on the table as fast as possible. It’s about slowing down, tasting as you go, letting the sauce simmer until it smells irresistible. It’s also about instinct.”

“We learn from tradition, of course, but we cook with our hearts” – Silvia Colloca

“And finally, you share it. That’s the most important part. Food in Italy is never just about what’s on the plate. it’s about the people around the table, the conversation, the laughter. That’s what makes it truly Italian.”

There’s been a lot of discussion in recent years about “authenticity” in cuisines. With heritage from Southern Italy, do you aim for authenticity or do you prefer a different approach?

“For me, authenticity isn’t about following a recipe to the letter; it’s about being true to the spirit of Italian cooking: generosity, using what’s in season, and sharing it with others. That’s what Italian food really is.

So yes, I stay connected to my heritage, but I also cook with freedom. I might swap an ingredient because it’s what I can find at the market that day, or because it suits the Australian climate better.”

“To me, that’s not losing authenticity, it’s keeping it alive and accessible” – Silvia Colloca

Silvia Colloca is wearing a red shirt, with red lipstick and hold an Essteele pan.
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What ingredients can you save on and which ones are worth splurging on?

“I think cooking well isn’t about how much you spend, but how you use what you have. Some of the best meals come from really simple, everyday ingredients, like dried pasta, tinned tomatoes, onions, and beans. If you treat them with care and cook them properly, they can be just as comforting and delicious as anything fancy.

That said, there are a few ingredients I like to choose thoughtfully, because it really makes a world of difference: a good extra virgin olive oil, a nice wedge of Parmigiano and really good anchovies.”

What do cooking and musical theatre have in common?

“Here’s a question I have never been asked before! I think both are about timing, rhythm, and emotion. In the kitchen, you’re juggling different ingredients, temperatures, and textures , just like in a performance, where you have music, movement, and storytelling all happening at once. Both demand attention and presence.”

“You can’t just go through the motions; you need to feel it, respond to what’s happening in the moment, and give it your heart” – Silvia Colloca

“And in the end, both are about sharing joy with other people.”

Silvia Colloca wears a red shirt and spoons brussel sprouts out of a saucepan and on to a plate
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You’ve just released a line of cookware with Essteele. What’s your favourite feature?

“I wanted these pans to feel as good to cook with as they look. They’re made with a strong, diamond-coated nonstick surface and a recycled aluminium body, so they heat evenly and last beautifully. You can use them on any cooktop.”

“I’ve added my signature on the base just to remind you that I’m there with you, encouraging you to cook delicious food” – Silvia Colloca

What’s the benefit of the diamond-coated interior?

“The diamond coating on these pans isn’t just for show,  it’s what makes them such a joy to cook with. Diamond is one of the hardest materials in the world, so the surface is extra durable and resists scratches beautifully. It also conducts heat really well, which means your food cooks evenly without hot spots. I love that nothing sticks.  Even eggs just slide right off,  and cleaning up is as simple as a quick rinse.”

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What are your favourite dishes to make in each skillet and saucepan?

“Pasta sauces like bolognese or a classic sugo are always bubbling away.”

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]]> 1283532 EssteeleV2-292_w1920 EssteeleV2-278_w1920 EssteeleV2-129_w1920 EssteeleV2-209_w1920 EssteeleV2-304_w1920 Silvia-Colloca-authentic-italian-home-essteele-cookware-four-piece-set-nonstick-induction Silvia-Colloca-authentic-italian-home-essteele-cookware-twin-pack-nonstick-induction homebeautiful-1283532 Ice-cream chocolate rum and raisin truffles https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/ice-cream-chocolate-rum-and-raisin-truffles/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1282588 Irresistible mouth-watering treats.

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]]> Indulge in ice-cream chocolate rum and raisin truffles – they’re pure decadence. Combining the nostalgic charm of rum-soaked raisins with the creamy sweetness of ice-cream, these bite-sized treats offer a luxurious twist on a classic dessert. Each truffle delivers a smooth, velvety centre enriched with subtle hints of rum, perfectly balanced by a rich chocolate coating. Ideal for festive gatherings, special occasions, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, they’re as elegant as they are easy to enjoy. Prepare to elevate your dessert game with a treat that’s both sophisticated and delightfully comforting.

For more Christmas desserts, check out our collection. For another truffle recipe, try these almond brittle truffles. For more chocolate desserts, check out our round-up.

Ingredients

Method

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Place raisins and rum in a small bowl. Set aside to soak for 24 hours. The next day, line 2 large baking trays with non-stick baking paper and place in the freezer to chill.

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Place ice-cream in a bowl with soaked raisins and biscuits and, working quickly, mix to combine. Spoon into a loaf tin and freeze for 2 hours, or until just set.

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Scoop the ice-cream into 1-teaspoon-sized balls. Place on the trays and freeze for 1 hour or until firm.

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Mix the melted cooled chocolate with oil. Place cocoa powder on a tray. Working quickly, insert a toothpick into each truffle. Dip the truffles in the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off and reserving the remaining chocolate. Push off the toothpick and into the cocoa powder. Toss to coat. Return to the freezer for 10 minutes or until set.

Tip Truffles keep in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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]]> 1282588 as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1282588 Frozen black forest tart https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/frozen-black-forest-tart/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1282574 An impressive, original dessert for your next special occasion.

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]]> This frozen black forest tart is a knock-out. Filled with chocolate mousse and delicious cherries, it’s also irresistible. It’s perfect for your next dinner party or as the finale of your Christmas feast this year. With the addition of kirsch, it’s a distinctly adult treat but if you have children at the celebrations you can always leave that out.

For more Christmas dessert ideas, try this pavlova that’s shaped like a wreath, gingerbread and whiskey bombe alaska or Panettone trifle. Also, check out our collection of Christmas dessert recipes.

Ingredients

Method

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Lightly grease the sides of a 22cm tart ring. Place on a tray lined with non-stick baking paper.

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Process biscuits to make fine crumbs. Add 100g butter, process to combine. Press crumbs firmly over base and sides of prepared tin. Freeze for 15 minutes. Arrange the cherries, cut-side down in the tart shell and freeze for 10 minutes.

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For the mousse, place the chocolate and extra 20g butter in a small saucepan over low heat and stir until melted and smooth. Stir through the egg yolks and set aside.

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Whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Whisk the cream until soft peaks form. Fold through the kirsch.

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Fold the whisked egg whites through the chocolate mixture, then the whisked cream. Spoon into the tart shell. Smooth the top and freeze for 6 hours, or until set.

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To serve, top with frozen cherries. Serve with thick cream.

Tip Use a fluted tart tin if you don’t have a straight one.

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]]> 1282574 as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1282574 50 fabulous Christmas recipes to inspire a memorable festive feast https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/christmas/christmas-recipes/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 02:14:43 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1054723 Recipes for a crowd-pleasing Christmas.

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]]> The countdown to Christmas is on, and if you’re lucky enough to be hosting this year, one of the most important tasks (aside from putting up the tree, preparing spare rooms for guests and wrapping all of the gifts) is deciding on a menu and taking note of all the delicious Christmas recipes you want to serve. Haven’t thought about your Christmas menu yet? Well, our list of classic Christmas dishes includes recipes for mains, sides, desserts, snacks and even cocktails is sure to inspire.

It doesn’t matter whether you’re planning something traditional, like a glazed ham or roast turkey, or want to mix it up with whole roasted cauliflower or baked salmon, there’s something here to suit everybody’s tastebuds.

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Outdoor Christmas table with green and white scheme
(Photography: Brigid Arnott / Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

Christmas mains

Choosing a Christmas main course really comes down to whether you’re a stickler for tradition or want to try something a little lighter and a little less meat-centric. Will you be making ham again as tradition dictates, or will you branch out with a succulent pork roast, or perhaps go totally rogue by serving whole roast cauliflower or sticky baked salmon? The choice is yours.

Christmas ham recipes

Ham’s versatility makes it an Aussie favourite at Christmastime. You can either make it on the day, or make it ahead of time and enjoy it cold, mixed through a salad or served with crusty bread, dips, cheese and salad. The beauty of ham is that it’s relatively hard to mess up – it’s quite forgiving and difficult to overcook. It’s also important to store ham correctly to ensure the leftovers last as long as possible. To keep ham on the bone, wrap it in a seasoned cloth and place it in the coldest part of the fridge where it can last up to 2 weeks. For even more longevity, cut the ham into pieces and store it in an airtight container in the freezer (where it can last up to a month). 

Sticky peach and pepper glazed ham

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Sticky peach and pepper-glazed ham

This glazed ham dish combines the rich, smoky flavour of ham with a sweet, glossy glaze made from peach jam, fresh ginger, honey, brown sugar, Chinese cooking wine or dry sherry and rice wine vinegar. Accompanied by caramelised peaches, it’s hard to beat.

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Glazed ham on a white platter
(Photography: Cath Muscat | Styling: Rhianne Contreras)

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Pear, cinnamon & clove caramel glazed ham recipe

Make a celebratory statement with this show-stopping glazed ham recipe flavoured with pear, cinnamon and cloves. Perfect for Christmas lunch or dinner.

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(Photography: Cath Muscat | Styling: Rhianne Contreras)

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Ginger and lime glazed ham

Combine ginger beer, fresh ginger and marmalade to make a quick and tasty glaze. This recipe also contains tips on how to store your ham correctly so it lasts as long as possible!

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Christmas turkey recipes

Roast turkey is a classic, quintessential Christmas dish that dates back all the way to the 1500s. It may not be as popular as ham but it’s still a top seller. Because turkey is a relatively lean meat it’s important to periodically baste it in pan juices to prevent it from drying out. Traditional roast turkey is commonly served with cranberry sauce, roasted or mashed potatoes and steamed greens. 

Easy slow-roasted turkey with stuffing

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Easy slow-roasted turkey with stuffing

If you’re a traditionalist, you’ll love this Women’s Weekly recipe for roast turkey with stuffing. The stuffing contains a mouth-watering mix of butter, caramelised onions, prosciutto, polenta, breadcrumbs, eggs, parsley, cranberries and almonds.

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(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Roast turkey with lemon, cranberry and thyme stuffing

Nothing screams Christmas dinner quite like a magnificent roast turkey in the centre of the table. This recipe features a crowd-pleasing stuffing made from lemon, cranberry and thyme, the fragrance of which will permeate your entire home as it cooks.

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(Photography: Chris Warnes)

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Turkey, chicken & cranberry terrine

It doesn’t get much better than turkey, wrapped in bacon! This tantalising celebration centrepiece will feed a crowd.

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Christmas pork recipes

The secret to a cracking Christmas? Serve roast pork. Crackling off the top of the roast pork can create more competition at the dinner table than even the most expensive pack of bonbons. To get the perfect crackling, dry out the fat as much as possible either by patting it with a paper towel or by storing it in the fridge uncovered for at least four hours or, if time allows, overnight. Apply plenty of salt to the fat before placing it in the oven.

(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Roast leg of pork with crunchy stuffing & apple gravy

Is it really Christmas Day if there isn’t a fight over the last piece of pork crackling? This classic recipe contains detailed instructions to ensure your crackling turns out crispy and crunchy. There’s even extra crispy bits, in the form of crunchy stuffing balls made from apple, breadcrumbs, walnuts and sage.

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Rolled roast pork loin recipe Wendy Moore Christmas
(Photography: Cath Muscat/The Interiors Edit / Styling: Imogene Abady)

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Rolled roast pork loin with apple and thyme

Served with roast potatoes and a simple salad, this elegant take on a classic roast pork recipe makes for easy preparation and around half the cooking time, leaving you free to relax and enjoy the day.

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(Photography: John Urizar)

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Roast pork with leek & walnut seasoned stuffing

This festive main will definitely lure your dinner guests to the table. The stuffing, which is made by gently sweating leek with speck, walnuts and breadcrumbs gives this pork roast a delicate, mouth-watering flavour.

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Christmas seafood recipes

Getting the whole family together is a good excuse to go out and enjoy the freshest seafood you can get your hands on. Everything from prawns to freshly shucked oysters are a real Christmas treat. Planning to trek down to the fish market ahead of Christmas Day? Check out these tips for buying the freshest possible seafood.

quick baked salmon with orange, dill and pistachio
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Quick baked salmon with orange, dill and pistachio kernels

Served with a sweet sauce, which heroes the citrus tang of orange and the taste of dill, this delicious baked salmon has a scattering of crunchy pistachios on top. It takes less than an hour to make so it’s the perfect dish for busy festive celebrations.

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Comfort recipe: Puttanesca-style salmon traybake
(Photography: Jonathan Lovekin / Styling: Wei Tang)

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Puttanesca-style salmon traybake

This salmon tray bake has all the hallmarks of an ideal dish for Christmas Day – simple yet impressive and enough to feed a crowd. Taken from Ottolenghi’s book Comfort, it’s bursting with punchy flavour and has an element that can be made ahead.

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(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Garlic prawns in butter, chilli & parsley

The secret to nailing this recipe is in the prawns. Select small, sweet school prawns so that once they’re cooked you can eat the soft shells and tails. No peeling required!

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Honey soy marinated whole baked salmon
(Photography: Martina Gemmola)

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Honey soy marinated whole baked salmon

Salmon is at its peak in Australia in late autumn to early spring, but this succulent whole baked salmon recipe can be enjoyed any time of year. Serve to family and friends on a statement platter to form the centrepiece at a special celebration or gathering.

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Roasted salmon
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Coriander-seed, honey and lime roasted salmon

If you’re looking for a lighter alternative to a glazed ham this year, try this sticky, spicy whole baked salmon. A sauce made from crushed garlic, tamari (or soy sauce) and sriarcha give this delicate fish lashings of flavour.

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Melbourne Cup lunch | Home Beautiful Magazine Australia
(Photography: Nicky Ryan)

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Dressed oysters with radish & cucumber salad

Fresh oysters always go down a treat on Christmas Day. This recipe doesn’t overpower the natural flavours of the oyster, but enhances them with a touch of vinegar and garlic which is then topped with crunchy cucumber, celery and radish.

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Vegetarian Christmas recipes

According to Roy Morgan research, almost 2.5 million Australians are vegetarian or mostly eat vegetarian food. That’s a lot of people! Keep meat out of your Christmas main by embracing hearty salads and one versatile vegetable in particular: cauliflower. It carves just like any other traditional roast and is just as delicious.

Roasted cauliflower recipe
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Whole roasted spiced cauliflower

Cauliflower is such an amazing all-rounder. Not only is it budget-friendly, it’s also quite hearty when roasted whole. It makes an ideal centrepiece for a meat-free Christmas, and it’s sure to be so popular you might want to roast not one, but two, whole cauliflowers!

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Christmas side dishes

Ok, so the mains have been decided. Now it’s time to rally together the supporting cast of salads and vegies. With temperatures soaring in December, nothing quite beats a refreshing summer salad – or the tangy burst of freshly harvested heirloom tomatoes treated simply with a drizzle of high quality olive oil or vinaigrette. Other options include roast vegies such as potatoes or carrots to round out the meal.

classic crunchy coleslaw

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Classic crunchy coleslaw

Take the humble coleslaw to new heights with this recipe and display in a glass bowl to create the same showstopping effect. With a prep time of only 15 minutes, it’s also a breeze to bring together at the last minute if you’ve just found out you’re expecting a few more people.

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Cauliflower and haloumi salad
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Roasted cauliflower, haloumi and zucchini salad

Slow-roasted cauliflower and gently seared vegetables, including zucchini and asparagus, shine in this vegetarian salad which can be served either as a light meal or side.

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Potato, squash and pumpkin gratin in cast iron pan on serving board with white wine
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Potato, squash & pumpkin gratin

A potato bake is always a winner and is sure to please the troops on Christmas Day. This one adds squash and pumpkin for extra goodness. It’s the ultimate comfort food that is perfect paired with a meat dish such as turkey or ham.

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Gin and orange roasted carrots served on a table.
(Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Steve Pearce)

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Perfectly roasted gin and orange carrots

Pair your main with this dish, which combines carrots with the rich flavours of orange wedges, butter, honey and a good splash of gin. Use heirloom carrots to elevate the dish to the next level for Christmas.

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Roast potatoes in an enamel dish on a table with a red runner and red-striped tablecloth.
(Photography: John Paul Urizar | Recipe & Styling: Michele Cranston | Food preparation: Dixie Elliott)

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Crispy roast potatoes

Cook the perfect, crunchy roast potatoes with our recipe for crispy, salt and vinegar roast potatoes.

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Roasted carrots with walnuts and cauliflower sauce
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Brown butter carrots with walnuts & cauliflower sauce

Sweet carrots are an excellent side dish to freshen the palette after consuming Christmas’s heavier mains. The perfect accompaniment to roast chicken, pork, turkey or ham.

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heirloom tomato grilled zucchini mozzarella salad
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Heirloom tomato salad with grilled zucchini

We love heirloom tomatoes! Considered by many as the best tomatoes for growing, this simple and wholesome salad recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy the lush flavour of homegrown and a level up from eating them simply with a sprinkle of salt straight from the garden.

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Christmas desserts

A showstopping Christmas dessert is always a good idea. And the best place to start is by letting seasonal fruit inspire you: fresh berries, cherries, mangoes, passionfruit, watermelon and lemons are all at their best in December. Bake them in a pie, place them atop a pavlova or sneak them into the layers of a decadent trifle. Or, keep it simple and serve a glorious fruit salad with a side of custard. The perfect palate cleanser to chase down a hearty roast.

Chocolate hazelnut ice cream pandoro

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Chocolate hazelnut ice-cream pandoro

This frozen dessert from the Women’s Weekly kitchen is ideal for Australia’s Christmas in summer. A hollowed out pandoro is filled with hazelnut spread, raspberry jam, salted caramel ice-cream and is served with raspberries that are sprinkled with icing sugar.

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Red plum and blackberry pie

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Red plum and blackberry pie

This pie, featuring a vermillion pairing of juicy plums and blackberries, will sweetly round off any dinner party or special occasion meal.

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(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Cassata ice-cream sandwiches

This beautiful recipe for ice-cream sandwiches with a twist is so pretty, it’ll make a show-stopping centrepiece for a festive feast.

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Eton mess cheesecake recipe
(Photography: Chris Warnes)

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Eton-mess cheesecake

Celebrating berries, meringue and sweet cream cheese, it’s the perfect pudding to serve at a party.

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Cherry Christmas desserts

(Photography: Nicky Ryan)

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Gluten-free cherry meringue pie

Light-as-air meringue tops a tart cherry filling and crunchy cookie crust.

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(Photography: Nicky Ryan)

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Cherry custard tart

Cherries and custard are both Christmas staples. Bring them together in this tart featuring a crumbly, pastry base. Making this dessert is a labour of love that will be rewarded with empty plates and happy tummies.

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pink lady apple and cherry pie
(Photography: Nicky Ryan)

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Pink lady apple and cherry pie

This sweet pink lady apple and cherry pie uses frozen cherries, so it’s a recipe that can be enjoyed all year round (and not just at Christmas).

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Christmas wreath desserts

Want to take Christmas dessert to the next level? Make it wreath-shaped! For these desserts, a bundt tin is your best friend – perfect for cakes, sweet breads and even jelly. Pavlova is another dessert that can be adapted into a wreath shape, simply dollop the meringue onto some baking paper in a circle before baking it and voila!

Biscoff swirl bundt cake
(Photography: James Moffatt | Styling: Steve Pearce)

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Biscoff swirl bundt cake

Embrace the Biscoff trend and serve up this Biscoff bundt cake as the finale to your festive feast. Layered with crushed Biscoff, it’s served with Biscoff spread. Divine!

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Christmas wreath stollen recipe
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Stollen wreath cake

Once baked and dusted with icing sugar, this Christmas wreath cake will look incredible in the centre of the table – and will surely complement other seasonal sweets including pavlova or a trifle.

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Celebration pavlova wreath with strawberries and pomegranate
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Pavlova wreath

Pavlova is the ultimate Christmas dessert, and this beautiful, wreath-shaped recipe deserves a spot right in the centre of the table.

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Pavlova recipes

A classic pavlova is the ultimate Australian Christmas dessert. The delicate base is the perfect vehicle for all kinds of fruits and toppings, so you can really customise it to suit your family’s tastes. One way to mix up the classic dessert is to put cherries on top – literally! And why not take it a step further by giving it an all-round black forest flair?

Pavlova with seasonal berries on top at Chiswick restaurant
Photography: Con Poulos / Styling: Lucy Gough

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Strawberry and roasted stone fruit pavlova

This recipe creates the ultimate pavlova that you’ll be returning to each year as the weather warms, especially at Christmas time. Created by head chef Dan Cooper from Chiswick restaurant in Sydney’s Woollahra, it’s a fresh take on an Aussie Christmas classic.

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White forest pavlova with raspberries and strawberries.

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White chocolate pavlova

Looking to feed a crowd? This double-decker pavlova will please everyone with the addition of liqueur-marinated strawberries and a dusting of grated white chocolate. Pile it high for a show-stopping centrepiece.

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Black forest pavlova

In this fun on a traditional pavlova recipe, more-ish cherry syrup oozes its way down soft meringue peaks, melding with the rich flavours of dark chocolate and whipped cream to form the most decadent festive dessert.

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Trifle recipes

Nothing grabs more attention on the Christmas table quite like a perfectly layered trifle. In a clear trifle dish, it’s a dessert that commands attention and invites you to delve into its layers to indulge in a journey of goodness. Just be sure to dip that spoon all the way to the bottom to enjoy the naughty-but-nice liqueur-laced cake.

Rose and vanilla zabaglione trifle recipe
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Rosé & vanilla zabaglione trifle recipe

This decadent trifle is sure to impress! And while the recipe does contain alcohol (in the form of botritys, or dessert wine) and rose jelly, these can easily be swapped out for milk and raspberry jelly crystals to create a completely child-friendly version.

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(Photography: Chris Warnes)

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Limoncello sponge finger trifle recipe

A quintessentially Australian celebration dish, mastering this simple trifle recipe will give you a crowd-pleasing dessert that makes an impressive centrepiece.

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Christmas fruit trifle in a clear trifle dish on a table decorated according to a navy and red Christmas colour scheme.
(Photography: John Paul Urizar | Recipe & Styling: Michele Cranston | Food preparation: Dixie Elliott)

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Grilled fruit trifle with panettone

The magic of this easy-to-make trifle is all in the assemblage. There’s no waiting for jelly to set or baking sponge cake from scratch. Simply douse panettone in Cointreau and layer in grilled peaches and generous dollops of mascarpone.

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Fruit cake recipes

For the traditionalists, it’s not really Christmas if fruit cake doesn’t make an appearance at some stage of the proceedings. This moist cake needs to be made ahead of time and the making of it is often part of families’ Christmas rituals, where multiple generations will come together to make the cake. Perfect with custard or on its own.

Photography: James Moffatt | Styling: Steve Pearce

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Chocolate and citrus fruit cake

Take your Christmas cake to a whole new level with this cake, a twist on the traditional version with the addition of chocolate and hazelnuts. For chocoholics among us, it also comes served with chocolate sauce.

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Photography: James Moffatt | Styling: Steve Pearce

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Fig fruit cake with caramelised marzipan

This traditional fruit cake is the perfect end to the Christmas meal and is also a handy snack to have at the ready during the festive season. Best of all, if it’s kept in an airtight container, it will keep for up to 6 weeks.

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Christmas nibbles recipes

When the whole family is in town, there’s no shortage of mouths to feed. Keep tummies full between main meals with a selection of fuss-free yet incredibly tasty nibblies.

Last minute recipes: 11 easy entertaining ideas for New Year’s | Home Beautiful Magazine Australia
(Photography: Nicky Ryan)

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Pork scratchings with spiced apple sauce

Can’t get enough of pork crackling? Make your own (without having to do an entire roast) with this crispy, crunchy snack recipe.

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How to create the perfect cheese platter
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

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Grazing platter

One way to quickly and easily feed a crowd is by creating a cheese platter or grazing board. This lets everyone choose exactly what they want, and allows you to step away from the stove and kick back with a slice of cheese and a glass of vino. It’s a win-win.

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(Photography: Chris Warnes)

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Fig and almond pastries

Portable snacks are a must at Christmas time, especially to refuel those backyard cricketers. Pile these sweet pastry parcels on a platter on the back deck and watch them disappear, demolished by ravenous kids in seconds.

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Smoked salmon blini with ricotta and chives
(Photography: Con Poulos | Styling: Parvarne Lambert)

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Smoked salmon blinis with whipped ricotta and chives

Blinis are a staple party starter for a reason. Made by topping tiny pancakes with tasty morsels, they can be delicately held in one hand and eaten easily in one bite. 

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(Photography: Con Poulos | Styling: Parvarne Lambert)

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Almond brittle truffles

Sugared almonds are often shared during celebratory events. This recipe takes the old classic and turns them into a decadent truffle you can share as a take-home gift to your guests (or simply as an accompaniment to an after-dinner coffee).

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Christmas cocktail recipes

Don’t forget a drink to get you through it all. Christmas is a joy, but some parts of it can be stressful (particularly if you’re hosting!) An icy cold, Christmas-inspired tipple will go down a treat.

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Frozen Cherry Christmas cocktail

This very cherry cocktail is perfect for the upcoming Christmas season. The key is to select good quality cherry cordial (Australian-owned Billson’s Cherry Cordial is a great option). Finally, don’t forget to garnish with a fresh cherry and pomegranate seeds.

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Classic champagne cocktail

From the team at Chiswick Woolahra, ring in the silly season with this classy champagne cocktail. It’s simple to prepare ahead when hosting a crowd, and it makes a splash with a little bit of bitters and a whole lot of bubbles.

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Cloudy apple and cucumber frozen margarita

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Frozen margarita

There’s never a better time to dust off your cocktail glassware and press it into service! This frozen margarita recipe is a twist on the classic margarita recipe and is a real party starter.

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Pimm's peach cocktail in a tall glass.

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Pimm’s peach cocktail

The perfect accompaniment to your baked Christmas ham, harness the taste of summer with this deliciously sweet peach cocktail that celebrates seasonal stone fruit, baked in Pimm’s syrup.

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4 fab festive cocktails to whip up at this year’s Christmas gathering

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]]> These strawberry cranberry frozen souffles are an impressive way to serve ice-cream. Flavoured with strawberries, cranberries and Cointreau, they’re a sophisticated dessert to serve at your next dinner party. Their rosy colour and cool, creamy finish make them an impressive dessert for Christmas or any moment that calls for something special. Simple to prepare yet beautifully elegant, strawberry cranberry frozen souffles delight guests with their flavour and presentation.

For more frozen desserts, try chocolate hazelnut ice-cream pandoro or cassata ice-cream sandwiches. For something simple, try these citrus cups containing mixed sorbet.

Ingredients

Method

1.

Make paper collars for 4 x 1¼ cup (310ml) ramekins by folding 30cm lengths of non-stick baking paper in half. Wrap around the outside of the ramekins to form a 2.5cm high collar, stapling to secure. Place in freezer.

2.

Place strawberries, cranberries and sugar in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook for 4–6 minutes, or until strawberries and cranberries are soft.

3.

Place in a small food processor with Cointreau and process until smooth. Set aside to cool.

4.

Place egg whites in the bowl of an electric mixer and whisk until soft peaks form. Add icing sugar and whisk until stiff peaks form.

5.

In a separate bowl, whisk cream until thickened. Fold the strawberry and cranberry mixture through the cream. In 3 batches, fold egg whites through the cream.

6.

Spoon into prepared ramekins, filling them to the top of the paper and smoothing with a pallet knife. Place in freezer for 6 hours, or overnight. Dust with icing sugar, to serve.

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]]> 1282567 as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1282567 Raspberry limoncello bomb https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/raspberry-limoncello-bomb/ Sun, 30 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1282560 A show-stopping dessert that’s sure to impress!

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]]> This raspberry limoncello bomb is a showstopper to serve for dessert at Christmas. Made with a pandoro, it’s filled with raspberry sorbet and vanilla ice-cream. Then, once it’s frozen, it’s covered in pink mascarpone flavoured with limoncello, which is then decorated with fresh raspberries. Finally, it’s dusted with a light sprinkling of icing sugar.

Frozen desserts are especially great for an Australian Christmas when the temperature soars and they’re a refreshing palate cleanser at the end of the meal. For more frozen desserts, check out this chocolate hazelnut ice-cream pandoro, cassata ice-cream sandwiches and caramel nut ice-cream cake.

Ingredients

Method

1.

Using a large, serrated knife, slice about 2cm from the base of the pandoro, trim and reserve the base. Using a 13cm round as a guide and leaving a 2cm-thick edge, cut into the underside of the cake and remove the centre to make a hollow. Brush lightly with 1 tablespoon limoncello.

2.

Line a tray with non-stick baking paper. Place pandoro inverted on tray. Working quickly, spoon sorbet into the hollow, followed by vanilla ice-cream. Top with reserved base and press to secure. Place pandoro, base-down, on the tray and freeze for 3–4 hours or until solid.

3.

For the mascarpone, combine mascarpone cream, cream, icing sugar, freeze dried raspberries, red food colouring, if using, and remaining limoncello in the bowl of an electric mixer and beat until just thickened.

4.

Remove the pandoro from the freezer 20 minutes, before serving. Spread the mascarpone over the pandoro. Decorate with raspberries and dust with icing sugar, to serve.

Tip Pandoro can be filled up to a week in advance. The pandoro will need time to soften before serving.

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]]> 1282560 as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1282560 4 fab festive cocktails to whip up at this year’s Christmas gathering https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/entertaining/christmas-cocktails-collection/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 04:07:53 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1281159 Entertain in style with these Christmas cocktails.

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]]> Delight guests this festive season by welcoming them with one of these fabulous Christmas cocktails. From the rich espresso and wattleseed eggnog to the refreshing lemongrass lemonade, they’re simple, delicious, and there’s even a non-alcoholic cocktail recipe for the young and sober curious in your family. With this lineup, you’re sure to impress.

1. Espresso and wattleseed eggnog

Makes 1.25L (5 cups)
Prep time 10 minutes

Ingredients
2 cups milk
1 cup thickened cream
¼ cup caster sugar
3 eggs
⅔ cup brandy
½ cup chilled espresso coffee
1 tsp ground wattleseed, plus extra ground wattleseed
Pinch of ground nutmeg

Method
Blend milk, cream, sugar, eggs, brandy, chilled espresso coffee and ground wattleseed until smooth. Pour eggnog over crushed ice in glasses; top with extra ground wattleseed and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Serve immediately.

2. Raspberry and thyme gin sour

Makes approx 400ml (serves 4)
Prep time 10 minutes

Ingredients
½ cup gin
2 lightly beaten egg whites
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp store-bought sugar syrup
⅛ tsp Australian orange bitters
1 tbsp lemon thyme leaves, plus extra lemon thyme leaves
8 fresh raspberries, plus extra raspberries

Method
Place gin, egg whites, lemon juice, sugar syrup, Australian orange bitters, lemon thyme leaves and fresh raspberries in a cocktail shaker. Add a handful of ice cubes; secure lid and shake until well combined. Strain into chilled serving glasses. Garnish with extra raspberries on a cocktail skewer and sprinkle with extra lemon thyme leaves.

Tip Use Angostura bitters instead of the Australian orange bitters, if you like.

3. Lemongrass lemonade

Makes 1.625L (6½ cups)
Prep time 5 minutes (+ refrigeration)

Ingredients
4 thinly sliced kaffir lime leaves
4 x 15cm finely chopped lemongrass stalks
½ cup lemon juice
1.5L (6 cups) chilled lemonade

Method
Place kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass stalks and lemon juice in a high-powered blender; blend until smooth. Combine lemongrass mixture and chilled lemonade in a large measuring jug. Cover; refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled. Strain into a large serving jug; discard pulp. Serve over crushed ice.

4. Spiced pear cider

Makes 2L (8 cups)
Prep time 10 minutes (+ standing)

Ingredients
50g peeled ginger, finely grated
½ cup store-bought sugar syrup
4 x 355ml bottles chilled pear cider
½ cup bourbon
2 tbsp lime juice
Pear wedges
Cinnamon stick (optional)

Method
Combine peeled ginger and sugar syrup in a large measuring jug; stand for 10 minutes. Top with chilled pear cider, bourbon and lime juice; stir until well combined. Pour cider mixture over crushed ice into glasses. Garnish with pear wedges just before serving and, if you like, with cinnamon stick.

Christmas cocktails
Left to right: Espresso and wattleseed eggnog, raspberry and thyme gin sour, lemongrass lemonade, spiced pear cider
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]]> 1281159 Christmas cocktails The Christmas Collection cover homebeautiful-1281159 Classic crunchy coleslaw https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/coleslaw-recipe/ Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1278903 A classic coleslaw recipe from Women’s Weekly.

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]]> This classic coleslaw from Women’s Weekly is hard to pass up when it’s on the table. This recipe is super-quick – with a prep time of only 15 minutes – so it’s great to whip up if you have some unexpected guests that come to your home during the festive season. The base contains traditional cabbage with green beans, green onions, almonds and noodles and this is then lightly coated with a dressing of vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil and extra virgin olive oil. Great for a large gathering as it serves 8 and fabulous paired with meat or seafood.

For more salad ideas, try this classic Greek salad, this tasty green salad or this romanesco, rocket and avocado salad.

Ingredients

Dressing

Method

1.

Make dressing: place all ingredients in a screw-top jar; shake well.

2.

Combine cabbage, beans and green onion in a large bowl; mix well.

3.

Just before serving, toss through almonds and the dressing. Sprinkle over fried noodles, toss gently.

Tips

If you are transporting this salad, pack the almonds, noodles and dressing separately; toss together just before serving. For a presentation idea, we reserved a couple of the nicer looking outer leaves from the cabbage to line the salad bowl.

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]]> 1278903 The Christmas Collection cover as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1278903 The luxe palette redefining festive outdoor entertaining https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-ideas/outdoor-christmas-decor/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:32:08 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1282128 Celebrate the season under the sun with crisp palettes, shimmering accents, and effortless elegance.

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]]> While the Northern Hemisphere dreams of snow, we’re setting tables poolside, surrounded by lush gardens and warm breezes. For those who love to entertain with style, this season is all about elevating tradition with a fresh, contemporary twist. Think crisp green and white palettes that nod to heritage, layered with bold stripes, shimmering metallics and sparkling glassware for that festive edge.

It’s the perfect backdrop for long lunches that stretch into golden evenings, where conversation flows as freely as the champagne. Whether you’re reinventing heirloom pieces or adding playful pops of colour, the key is effortless elegance – a look that feels curated yet relaxed.

Ready to inspire your next celebration? Here’s how to create a chic outdoor setting that captures the spirit of Christmas and the beauty of an Australian summer.

Chocolates, from left Dark Chocolate Bell (green) and Milk Chocolate Bell (gold), $16.90 each/90g; Dark Chocolate Baubles Bon Bons (green) and Milk Chocolate Baubles Bon Bons (cream), $23.90 each/175g; Opulent Truffle Gift Box (round green box on plate), $44.90/150g; Dark Chocolate Squares Bundles, $5.90 each/30g; Milk Chocolate Pistachio and Cherry Nougat Gift Box, $21.90/190g; Milk Speckles Gift Tin (in background), $18.50/100g, all Haigh’s Chocolates. On table, from left Perrier Sparkling Natural Mineral Water, $10.99/pack of 4, Umall. Emerald green ruffle scallop lamp shades and silver bases, $239 each, Luxe & Beau. ‘Renee’ silver vase, $99.95/small, and ‘Dom’ glass vase, $79.95/medium, both Country Road. Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Vintage Champagne, $349.99/750ml, Dan Murphy’s. (Credit: Photography: Brigid Arnott / Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

“Choose a theme for your festive celebration,” says Home Beautiful editor-in-chief Elle Lovelock. Colour is a strong driver to bring a whole look together. “Green and white nods to tradition, but here we’ve elevated the palette to suit a contemporary setting – bold striped outdoor chair cushions lend a chic poolhouse feel, while shimmering metallics and gleaming crystal add the festive sparkle needed to mark a celebration.”

“Consider all five senses when creating your table setting and environment,” says stylist Nonci Nyoni. “Curate an inviting atmosphere that your guests will want to spend time in – candles or flowers for scent and visual interest, background music and lush fabrics of varied textures for touch and of course, a tasty meal!”

“Use objects of various height’s to add interest to the tablescape – lamps or candles for height paired with shorter vases, glassware and decorative bowls,” says stylist Nonci Nyoni.

“My mum just loves this the green and white setting, she has green plates but has been inspired to go out and buy another dinner set to style up with them.”

Elle Lovelock, Home Beautiful editor in chief
“Choose a colour palette of 3-5 colours to work within for all the homewares pieces you’ll use in your table setting,” says Nonci Nyoni. (Credit: Photography: Brigid Arnott / Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

Nonci suggests personalising each plate setting with handwritten name cards, “To make them feel extra special this festive season!” Elle agrees. “Reinvent your vintage homewares like plates and napery by mixing and matching with more modern pieces,” says Elle. “Extend the season’s treats to each place setting with individual chocolate gifts for everyone. Each year we wait with bated breath to discover the bonbon offerings from our favourite brands. These are another festive addition to the table with colour, pattern and texture.

“Heirloom plates play nicely with pops of coloured glass and fun décor pieces.”

Elle Lovelock
“Don’t clutter the table with too many items to allow guests to interact freely with each other across the table and be able to easily reach for things during the meal,” says Nonci. (Credit: Photography: Brigid Arnott / Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

Nothing says summer sophistication quite like fresh flowers. “Blousy white roses are always a good idea,” says Elle. “Garden roses are in full bloom at this time of year and you can buy them by the bucketload at market – a surefire way to add elegance to any occasion.” Cluster them in simple glass vases for a relaxed look or pair with silver accents for a touch of glamour. Whether scattered along a long lunch table or arranged in generous bunches, seasonal blooms add instant elegance and a sense of occasion that feels both timeless and fresh.

Take your decor theme as far as possible throughout your entertaining spaces. (Credit: Photography: Brigid Arnott / Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

Beyond the table, consider editing the decor in your entertaining spaces to reflect your chosen theme. Ditch cushions that don’t match, take the plunge to invest in new outdoor furniture cushions, outdoor rugs or umbrellas.

Bonus point if your dog matches your decor! (Credit: Photography: Brigid Arnott / Styling: Nonci Nyoni)

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]]> 1282128 Christmas-table-styling-coastal-outdoor-entertaining Christmas-table-styling-coastal-formal-green-white-scheme-roses-linen Christmas-table-styling-formal-green-white-scheme-floral Christmas-styling-outdoor-entertaining-coastal-bar-cart-umbrella Christmas-styling-coastal-poolside-lounges-umbrella-dog homebeautiful-1282128 Chocolate hazelnut ice-cream pandoro https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/pandoro/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1278908 This delicious Italian dessert needs to be started a day ahead.

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]]> This ice-cream pandoro from Women’s Weekly is absolutely divine and is a great dessert to serve a crowd. A pandoro is a traditional Italian Christmas dessert that is usually made with Italian pastry cream, Chantilly cream, fresh berries and a pandoro. This one contains hazelnut spread, raspberry jam, salted caramel ice-cream and is served with raspberries.

For more frozen dessert recipes, try cassata ice-cream sandwiches, caramel nut ice-cream cake or make your own vanilla ice-cream without the need for an ice-cream maker.

Ingredients

Method

1.

Freeze pandoro for at least 2 hours or until firm.

2.

Turn pandoro upside down on a board. Using a long, thin, sharp knife held at an angle, cut out a 12cm round from the base; the round should look like a wide cone. Cut a cavity in the pandoro as neatly as possible, leaving a 2cm-thick wall all around. Remove the centre of the pandoro. (As the pandoro is star-shaped, it will be thinner in some parts and thicker in others.) Keep the 12cm round. Reserve pandoro offcuts for another use (see Tips).

3.

Use a small palette knife to spread the chocolate-hazelnut spread over the inside wall of the pandoro. Spoon jam into the base. Freeze for 30 minutes.

4.

Meanwhile, remove ice-cream from the freezer to soften for 15 minutes.

5.

Spoon ice-cream into the centre of the pandoro a little at a time. Replace the reserved pandoro round. Cover and freeze for 4 hours or overnight until firm.

6.

Remove pandoro from freezer 15 minutes before serving. When ready to serve, decorate with raspberries and dust with sifted icing sugar.

Tips

Use pandoro offcuts to make trifles, Christmas truffles or bread and butter pudding. This is a dessert that will make people smile (and kids squeal). It presents as an ordinary pandoro, and while there’s nothing wrong with that, hidden inside our version is a treasure chest of chocolate-hazelnut spread and caramel ice-cream.

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]]> 1278908 The Christmas Collection cover homebeautiful-1278908 Peaches, asparagus and mozzarella salad https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/peaches-asparagus-and-mozzarella-salad/ Sun, 09 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1278879 A fresh and tasty salad for lunch or dinner.

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]]> This peaches, asparagus and mozzarella salad from Women’s Weekly proves sometimes the simplest things are the best. A collection of simple, fresh ingredients shine in this recipe that is perfect for a summer lunch on its own or paired with a heavier dish for a heartier meal. It’s also a great dish to serve on the Christmas table with a meat or seafood main dish.

For more salad ideas, try this red salad with crumbled goat’s cheese, watercress, broad bean and prosciutto salad or this yummy pumpkin salad.

Ingredients

Pistachio mint pesto

Method

1.

Make the pistachio mint pesto: blend or process ingredients until smooth; season to taste.

2.

Place asparagus and 1 tablespoon of the chilli oil in a medium bowl; toss to coat. Season.

3.

Cook asparagus, turning once, on a heated chargrill pan or barbecue for 10 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Cook peaches for the last 2 minutes, cooking until golden.

4.

To serve, layer peaches and tomatoes on a platter, then top with asparagus, mozzarella and basil; drizzle with vinegar, remaining chilli oil and the pesto.

Tips

We use yellow peaches, but choose whatever looks best, or use a mix of yellow and white. Remember to keep the tomatoes out of the fridge so the flavour is not dulled. Buffalo mozzarella has a tangier flavour than cow’s milk mozzarella, which can be used instead if you prefer.

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]]> 1278879 The Christmas Collection cover as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1278879 Easy slow-roasted turkey with stuffing https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/easy-slow-roasted-turkey-with-stuffing/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1278874 Traditional turkey with delicious stuffing.

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]]> This roast turkey with stuffing from Women’s Weekly is a delicious main to serve on Christmas Day. The stuffing contains a mouth-watering mix of butter, caramelised onions, prosciutto, polenta, breadcrumbs, eggs, parsley, cranberries and almonds. Accompanied by roasted apples and cranberry sauce, the dish will leave everyone satisfied and singing your praises.

For another stuffed turkey recipe, try this roast turkey with lemon, cranberry and thyme stuffing. To try something a bit different that still uses turkey, try this turkey, chicken and cranberry terrine. For salads to pair with this, try this radicchio salad with peaches, mozzarella and prosciutto or heirloom tomato salad with grilled zucchini mozzarella.

Ingredients

Stuffing

Method

1.

Make stuffing: combine ingredients in a large bowl; season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

2.

Preheat oven to 150°C. Discard neck from turkey.

3.

Fill neck cavity loosely with stuffing; secure skin over opening with toothpicks. Fill large cavity loosely with half the remaining stuffing. Tie legs together with kitchen string, then tuck wing tips under body.

4.

Place turkey on an oiled wire rack in a medium flameproof roasting pan. Dip muslin in melted butter and place it over turkey. Pour 1 litre (4 cups) water into pan, then cover dish with a double layer of foil. Roast for 4 hours.

5.

Meanwhile, place prosciutto slices, side by side and slightly overlapping, on a large sheet of plastic wrap to form a 26cm x 30cm rectangle. Place the remaining stuffing lengthways in the centre of the prosciutto; lightly press the mixture into a log shape. Bring bottom edge of long side over the stuffing, then using the plastic wrap as a guide, roll up firmly. Refrigerate.

6.

Place apples on a medium oven tray; brush all over with maple syrup. Sprinkle with salt flakes and top with thyme.

7.

Remove the foil and muslin from turkey, then brush with pan juices. Increase oven to 200°C. Roast for a further 30 minutes, brushing occasionally, or until turkey is golden brown. Remove from oven. Cover and stand for 30 minutes.

8.

Meanwhile, roast the prosciutto-wrapped stuffing roll and apples for 30 minutes.

9.

Drain turkey pan juices into a large jug, then skim fat from top and discard; you need 2 cups of pan juices for the gravy. Place roasting pan over medium heat; melt extra butter. Add flour; cook, stirring, until well browned. Stir in port, reserved juices and the stock. Cook, stirring, until gravy boils and thickens. Strain into a serving jug.

10.

Serve turkey with cranberry sauce, gravy, apples and prosciutto-wrapped stuffing roll.

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]]> 1278874 The Christmas Collection cover as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1278874 5 trifle recipes to make this Christmas https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/entertaining/trifle-recipes/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:56:21 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1260770 Dessert reimagined: Timeless tiered recipes with a modern twist.

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]]> Is there a more elaborate or impressive dessert than a classic trifle? Perfect for making ahead of the Christmas day rush, this layered showstopper evokes cherished memories of celebrations past. A true statement for the festive table, every entertainer should have favourite trifle recipes in their repertoire.

At Home Beautiful, we love a beautifully dressed festive table and a trifle ticks all of the boxes – a base layer of prepare-ahead jelly in your favourite flavour, rich custard swirling around booze-soaked sponge, and a spectacular crown of meringue to top it all off. The best part? It’s easier to make than you might think.

Do you have to put alcohol in trifle?

The best bit about this recipe is that is can be tailored to your guests. As decadent and delicious as this trifle is, you can make a child-safe version. Make up two packets of raspberry jelly crystals to replace rosé jelly and add milk to zabaglione instead of botrytis.

Should a trifle be made the night before?

To get the jump on your party preparations, make up your rosé wine or raspberry jelly the night before you plan to serve this beauty.

Home Beautiful’s favourite trifle recipes

Christmas fruit trifle in a clear trifle dish on a table decorated according to a navy and red Christmas colour scheme.
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Grilled fruit trifle with panettone and sugared almonds

Perfect for those of us who have experienced #triflefail, the assembly of this summer fruit trifle is more freeform than traditional, leaving plenty of scope for pulling things together last minute when the culinary panic sets in.

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Limoncello sponge finger trifle recipe

Limoncello is the IT girl of summer, celebrated in Mediterranean culture for its boundless charm and even a few health benefits. For a new spin on old trifle recipes, pair its zest with an all-white Christmas table for a fresh and festive twist—consider us inspired.

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Rose and zabaglione trifle recipe served in a tall glass cylinder atop a glass cake stand with Christmas decorations
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Rosé & vanilla zabaglione trifle recipe

This trifle recipe pulls out all the stops: traditional layers, luscious custard, and a touch of va-va-voom in the presentation. It’s worth investing in a cylinder vase—not just for the trifle, but to fill with baubles and fairy lights for New Year’s Eve. And honestly, you had me at Moscato.

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Our favourite strawberry dessert recipes
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Strawberry & pomegranate trifle recipe

Look no further for a classic trifle recipe. This easy dessert includes an extra step: pressing fruit and brandy-soaked sponge into the half-set jelly before topping it with a perfectly smooth layer of thick custard. Delicious.

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Lychee and mango trifles.

Lychee and mango trifles

Keen to know how to make a trifle with a difference? These tasty trifles are a twist on the traditional dessert.

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]]> 1260770 panettone-trifle Rose_Vanilla_Zabaglione_Trifle_002 copy Our favourite strawberry dessert recipes Lychee and mango trifles homebeautiful-1260770 Classic roast potatoes with rosemary salt https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/classic-roast-potatoes/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1278871 Delicious roast potatoes to serve with lunch or dinner.

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]]> These classic roast potatoes from Women’s Weekly are perfect as a Christmas side. They’re par-boiled, steamed or microwaved and then smothered in oil with the addition of butter, garlic and rosemary and placed in the oven for 50 minutes or until deliciously brown and crispy. Pair these brown beauties with rosemary salt and your guests are sure to be lining up for more. It’s the perfect accompaniment to the main. Just add a couple of salads if you’re catering for a crowd.

For another roast potato recipe, try these crispy roast potatoes with salt and vinegar. For other warming vegie side dishes, whip up these carrots with walnuts and cauliflower or gin and orange roasted carrots.

Ingredients

Rosemary salt

Method

1.

Preheat oven to 220°C.

2.

Boil, steam or microwave potatoes for 5 minutes; drain. Pat dry with paper towel; cool 10 minutes. Gently rake rounded side of potatoes with the tines of a fork.

3.

Place par-cooked potatoes, cut-side down, in a single layer, on an oiled oven tray. Brush with oil and dot with butter; add garlic and rosemary. Roast, brushing occasionally with oil mixture on the tray, for 50 minutes or until potatoes are browned and crisp.

4.

Meanwhile, make rosemary salt: Combine the salt and rosemary; season to taste with freshly ground black pepper.

5.

Serve potatoes and garlic sprinkled with rosemary salt.

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]]> 1278871 The Christmas Collection cover as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1278871 Planning to host this season? Here’s how to transform your indoor-outdoor space  https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/entertaining/indoor-outdoor-entertaining-space-transformation/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 02:58:18 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1281270 Prepare for party season.

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]]> The warmer weather brings more social activities with inviting guests around for long lunches spent soaking up the good company, and great outdoor living areas. That is, of course, if your home has a functional indoor-outdoor flow that makes hosting a breeze.   

But if, in your recent spring clean, you’ve noticed your entertaining flow could do with a little improvement, then these are the tips and tricks to get you prepared in time for party season.  

Connecting indoor and outdoor spaces   

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Luxaflex Velascreen blinds

Maintaining a cohesive flow throughout your indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces can elevate not only your personal living experience but also that of your guests when it comes time to entertain.   

If you’re currently feeling a disconnect between the two spaces, the best way to open up the area is by installing custom blinds on your sliding door tracks. Selecting Australian-made blinds tailored to your suit your space will have you seeing the best results. An onsite consult with your local Luxaflex consultant will help you to maximise style and flow for lasting enjoyment.  

To create harmony between inside and out, you’ll want to select light fixtures that can continue across the spaces. Opting for a pendant light that can suit your undercover outdoor entertaining area will elevate the space and set the mood. 

Other easy updates include maintaining a cohesive colour palette between the spaces and choosing a signature scent candle that you can burn throughout your home. Consider incorporating indoor plants into your home to bring the outside in. Choosing plants and pots of varying sizes will create an inviting atmosphere and can even enhance air quality. 

Enhancing outdoor entertaining   

outdoor entertaining

Outdoor entertaining is quintessentially Australian. Because of this, we have designed our homes to enable a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces, making entertaining between both areas easier. 

To elevate your outdoor living experience, invest in an outdoor kitchen. The BBQ might have always been there, but adding in a fridge and some bench space will not only maximise your food prepping abilities, but it’ll also ensure your guests are always topped up with a crisp, cool drink from the fridge.   

Ensuring your guests are comfortable and entertained during their visit is essential. Choose soft furnishings that reflect your indoor theme outdoors, light a citronella candle to keep any mozzies at bay while you’re outside, and invest in a high-quality outdoor sound system that can connect to your indoor speakers, bringing the rooms together. 

And because not everything or everyone will be outside the entire time, having a retractable fly screen, such as the Luxaflex Velascreen, will provide your home with a wonderful airflow and protection from any insects.  

Not to mention, once you’ve moved inside after dark, the Velascreen Prime can provide privacy thanks to the retractable blackout option.   

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]]> 1281270 Wide widths Hero image homebeautiful-1281270 Sticky peach and pepper-glazed ham https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/recipe/entertaining/pepper-glazed-ham-with-sticky-peach/ Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?post_type=recipe&p=1278833 The perfect centrepiece for the Christmas table.

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]]> Glazed ham is a traditional Christmas food but the addition of caramelised summer peaches to this recipe from Women’s Weekly adds a fresh, modern twist. The savoury dish combines the rich, smoky flavour of ham with a sweet, glossy glaze made from sweet peach jam, fresh ginger, honey, brown sugar, Chinese cooking wine or dry sherry and rice wine vinegar. Perfect for large family gatherings, or special occasions, glazed ham offers a perfect balance of savoury and sweet that delights the palate. Its tender, juicy texture pairs beautifully with the caramelised outer crust, creating a mouth-watering experience. This roast ham is a timeless classic that never fails to impress guests and satisfy appetites.

For other glazed ham recipes, try this recipe that features pear and spices, this ginger and lime glazed ham or this spiced glazed ham. Check out our Christmas recipe collection for lots more Christmas food ideas.

Ingredients

Caramelised peaches

Method

1.

Place peppercorns, fennel seeds and chilli flakes in a mortar and pestle (or spice grinder) and lightly crush. Place in a medium saucepan with jam, ginger, honey, sugar, cooking wine and vinegar; bring to the boil. Reduce heat. Simmer for 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Cool. Reserve ⅓ cup of the glaze.

2.

Place oven shelf in the lowest position. Preheat oven to 180°C.

3.

Using a small, sharp knife, cut the ham rind about 12cm from the shank end of the leg. Remove rind from ham by sliding your hand between the rind and the fat layer. (Rind can be used to cover the cut surface of the ham to keep it moist during storage.) Score the ham fat at 2cm intervals and cover the hock with foil.

4.

Line a large oven tray or roasting pan with baking paper. Place ham on top and brush generously with the glaze. Roast ham, basting several times with glaze (picking up the caramelised glaze from around the ham) to build up a golden colour, for 1 hour or until the ham is golden brown all over.

5.

Meanwhile, make the caramelised peaches: heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Brush peach halves with oil; press cut sides into sugar. Cook, cut-side down, for 2 minutes or until caramelised.

6.

Transfer ham to a platter and decorate with rosemary sprigs. Serve sliced ham with caramelised peaches.

Tip

Glaze can be made up to 1 week ahead.

This is an edited extract from ‘The Australian Women’s Weekly: The Christmas Collection’, published by Are Media, $45.

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]]> 1278833 The Christmas Collection cover as seen in HB_4 homebeautiful-1278833 10 lemon desserts to make this weekend https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/entertaining/lemon-desserts/ Tue, 28 Oct 2025 03:57:25 +0000 https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/?p=1278911 Lemon desserts hold a special place in the world of sweets, celebrated for their bright, zesty flavour and refreshing tartness. The citrusy essence of lemons adds a lively contrast to sugary treats, creating a perfect balance that delights the palate. From classic lemon tart to tangy lemon slice, these desserts are beloved for their ability […]

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]]> Lemon desserts hold a special place in the world of sweets, celebrated for their bright, zesty flavour and refreshing tartness. The citrusy essence of lemons adds a lively contrast to sugary treats, creating a perfect balance that delights the palate. From classic lemon tart to tangy lemon slice, these desserts are beloved for their ability to be both indulgent and light. The natural acidity of lemon helps cut through rich, creamy ingredients, making lemon desserts an ideal choice for those who want a burst of freshness in every bite.

Historically, lemons have been used in cooking and baking for centuries and they’re prized for their flavour. Their versatility allows them to be incorporated in countless recipes, including cakes, slices, biscuits and tarts. Beyond flavour, lemon desserts often stand out visually with their bright yellow hues, evoking thoughts of sunshine and summer. Whether served as a refreshing finish to a heavy meal or a simple treat alongside a cup of tea, lemon desserts bring a cheerful and sophisticated touch to any occasion.

Join us as we celebrate lemon desserts, which are the perfect harmony between tartness and sweetness, offering a vibrant and unforgettable taste experience for dessert lovers.

Best lemon dessert recipes

lemon slice recipe
(Photography: Nicky Ryan / Styling: John Mangila)

Lemon slice

Perfect for impromptu gatherings, this lemon slice takes only half an hour to bake.

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lemon tart
(Photography: Cath Muscat)

Lemon tart

A classic lemon tart that’s easy to make using pantry ingredients.

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lemon and fennel seed amaretti
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Lemon and fennel seed amaretti

These chewy delights are sweet, tangy and gluten-free.

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Vanilla shortbread with lemon curd and passionfruit.
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Vanilla shortbread with lemon curd and passionfruit

Tangy, sweet curd is paired with buttery shortbread in this yummy recipe.

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Lemon verbena friands
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Lemon verbena friands

Sensational little cakes flavoured with lemon verbena leaves and accompanied by preserved lemon crème fraiche.

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lemon madeleines with chocolate and lavender
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Lemon madeleines with chocolate and lavender

Delicate and delightful, these sweet madeleines are perfect for a high tea.

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Limoncello trifle dessert topped with white chocolate curls in a clear bowl, surrounded by champagne glasses, on an outdoor table.
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Limoncello sponge finger trifle

A crowd-pleasing dessert with a fresh taste for a large gathering .

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Lemon and poppyseed cheesecake with figs on top

Lemon, poppyseed and honey cheesecake

When it comes to taste, this zesty lemon cheesecake really takes the cake.

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bitter lemon and honey tarte tatin
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Bitter lemon and honey tarte tatin

Super easy to make, this simple recipe uses store-bought pastry and the results are divine.

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Sorbet in citrus cups
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Mixed sorbet in citrus cups

Fill citrus cups with sorbet for a delicious and refreshing dessert.

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