The slightly eccentric eating, cooking and travel adventures of a Sydney girl who loves cakes, cooking, Nigella Lawson and eating. She eats, breathes and dreams food and indeed will never get cable TV as she'd quit working and watch the Food Channel all day long.https://www.notquitenigella.com/Copyright 2007-2026 all rights reservedLooking for lunch or dinner in the city? Mordeo in Martin Place has moved across the road to new premises with seating for up to 150 people. See what to order and what to expect from this newly relocated restaurant in the heart of the city!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/05/05/mordeo-martin-place/ This is not your average roast chicken! This roast chicken is brined and slow roasted for maximum juiciness, then finished with a rich fish sauce caramel that will knock your socks off. This restaurant style roast chicken is perfect for entertaining or special occasions. With chef tips for tender meat, crispy skin and incredible flavour.https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/05/04/roast-chicken-recipe/ Crema di caffe is a deliciously dreamy Italian coffee cream that is smooth, sweet and lightly frozen like a cross between a coffee mousse or slushie. Made with just espresso, cream and sugar this easy dessert is perfect for summer or an afternoon pick-me-up or dessert!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/05/03/crema-di-caffe-italian-caffe-crema/ Come with us as we explore magical Ba Na Hills in Vietnam from the iconic Golden Bridge to the picturesque French Village, cable car and scenic gardens. This detailed guide covers tickets, food, rides, the best spot for Instagram worthy photos as well as where to get street food and Michelin recommended restaurants. Perfect for planning your day trip from Da Nang!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/05/02/ba-na-hills/ It's almost Mother's Day and I've got a complete Mother's Day menu for you from a drink to entrees, main, side and dessert. These choices are delicious but also also quite hands off or don't need to be made a la minute so you'll have more time to enjoy company!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/05/01/mothers-day-menu-ideas/ Sugo is the newest pasta bar is the latest restaurant from the trio behind My Mother's Cousin in Bexley and Self Raised bakery shoppe in Carlton. Sugo is all about big, comforting plates of pasta and chicken parm. Find out what to order and whether this new Sydney pasta spot is worth the visit.https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/30/sugo-bexley-north/ This green bean almondine is a classic French side dish made with crisp tender beans, toasted almonds, garlic and buttery shallots. Quick, elegant and ready in minutes. Green bean amandine is perfect with roast meats, casseroles or weeknight dinners.https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/29/green-bean-almondine/ Linla is a brand new Taiwanese bar and restaurant serving fun dishes and clever cocktails. Find out what to order (and what not to miss) at this busy Bourke Street spot in Darlinghurst!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/28/linla-darlinghurst/ Fra diavolo pasta is a bold, spicy Italian-American pasta dish made with prawns, garlic, chilli and a rich tomato sauce that is ready in just 30 minutes. Save this easy spicy pasta recipe for a quick prep meal!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/27/fra-diavolo/ This baked brie in puff pastry is the ultimate easy party appetiser! Gooey melted brie wrapped in flaky butter pastry with a sweet or savoury jam filling. It is simple to prepare but always impressive. I'll show a range of flavour combinations that you can try. Perfect for entertaining, holidays or Mother's Day!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/26/baked-brie-in-puff-pastry/ The QT Newcastle is a stunning hotel in the heart of the Newcastle CBD. With a lunar theme and colours echoing Newcastle's history, the QT Newcastle has taken a historical building and made it into a contemporary hotel. Come along for this detailed review that shows what our deluxe king room was like as well as the restaurant Jana breakfast and dinner and dog friendly details.https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/25/qt-newcastle/ It's almost time for ANZAC Day and to commemorate the day try these 5 ANZAC Day treats, according to you! From ANZAC biscuits made with a special ingredient, an ANZAC biscuit cheesecake, a Pear and Rosemary tea cake, the simplicity of ANZAC biscuit rocky road or some delicious Rosemary & Lemon scones!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/24/top-5-anzac-day-sweet-bakes/ Looking for a Sydney CBD pub with great food and drinks? The Flynn has a revamped menu by fine dining chef Justin North with steak frites and prawn rolls to noodle salads, pizza and cocktails. Plus details on their generous happy hour deal!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/23/the-flynn-sydney/ This lamb vindaloo is a bold, spicy Indian curry packed with warming spices and incredible depth of flavour. Inspired by its Goan-Portuguese roots, this version uses wine for a rich, aromatic twist that makes it truly special. Made with tender slow-cooked lamb shoulder, this curry can be cooked on the stovetop, slow cooker or pressure cooker!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/22/lamb-vindaloo/ Piqu is a brand new South east Asian restaurant that fuses South East Asian flavours with creative dishes and cocktails. Most people might walk past this unassuming 35 seat restaurant on King Street not knowing the credentials of the two chef owners. Find out more about it here!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/21/piqu-newtown/ This ANZAC biscuit caramel tart is a deliciously rich dessert with a browned butter, oat and coconut base, thick caramel filling and a smooth, dark chocolate topping. Inspired by the classic Australian and New Zealand ANZAC biscuit and caramel slice, it is easy to make ahead and perfect for gatherings or ANZAC Day baking!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/20/anzac-biscuit-caramel-tart/ These "gunpowder" seasoned roast potatoes by Dishoom are crispy, buttery and packed with Indian spices. Made with baby potatoes, cumin, fennel, chilli and kebab masala, they are an easy, budget-friendly side that pairs perfectly with curries or roast meats.https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/19/dishoom-gunpowder-seasoned-roast-potatoes/ During the month of April, head to Newcastle for a tasty weekend away. Newcastle Food Month is an annual event held in April every year. This is just a taste of what is on offer during the popular month long food and wine festival from amazing value Plate Dates to pop ups at Beach Clubs, Garden Parties and an event combining cars, wine and food!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/18/newcastle-nsw-australia/ These are my recipes that I go to when I'm travelling or time poor and want something delicious. Like when I'm staying at an Airbnb and there aren't many ingredients in the spice cupboard. From the tastiest lamb cutlets, grilled salmon, chorizo rolls, tuna pasta or a cheese tart these dinner ideas are super easy to whip up!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/17/top-5-dinner-recipes-with-few-ingredients/ Kushi 2011 is a Japanese izakaya in Potts Point. Come along with us as we find out what is worth ordering, what surprised us and what we wouldd go back for at this popular Japanese restaurant. Great for a casual dinner - save this for your next night out!https://www.notquitenigella.com/2026/04/16/kushi-2011-potts-point/