In a dab-rig, a dab nail can be used to vaporize cannabis dabs (also known as extracts) in order to create vapor. The best nails tend to be made from quartz that has been heated up using a torch. The nail (also known as a “banger” or bowl) slides into the stem and can be […]
Australia’s top 100 new recipes of 2023, according to taste readers
Taste.com.au created and discovered a number of new recipes this year. Here are some of the best new recipes rated so far by Taste readers in 2023. Slow-cooker French onion beef This recipe for slow cooker French onion beef uses chuck steak, sweet carrots, thyme, and French onion soup mix. Double the recipe and freeze. One pan cheesy taco […
Cinema etiquette: the dos and don’ts of snacking at the movies
There is someone I admire more than anyone else in my life. I have never met her, but we watched a movie together. In 2010, I saw her enter Newtown’s Dendy Cinema and sit in the front rows, eating a family-sized Clem’s Chicken Shop meal – the smell of chicken fat and garlic potatoes was heavy […]
Dinner party etiquette: 9 rules you really should know and follow
When I’m not in a restaurant, I love to host dinner parties. It’s usually a boozy affair, so I can tell you that I’ve seen pretty much everything a guest at a party could do. They do a lot of things they shouldn’t. You should be aware of these nine common dinner party faux pas. Turn […]
Pad Thai, Singapore noodles: quick and easy Asian stir-fry recipes
You can choose any night during the week when you are tired or have a late work day. You can still eat a healthy meal. These 20 stir-fry dishes are quick and easy to prepare. They can be made with either rice or noodles. Fasty Singapore noodles Warren Mendes prepares a quick version of Singapore’s […]
Tips on how to freeze leftovers, plus freezer-friendly recipes
It is easy to reduce food waste by freezing leftovers. Taste has compiled a guide to help you store leftover food properly, including pasta bakes and casseroles. The best way of freezing leftovers Containers: Divide leftovers between plastic containers, allowing enough space at the top to allow for swelling. Cover with plastic wrap, then cover the
Mad Mex to give away 80,000 burritos – but there is a catch
One of Australia’s largest Mexican food chains issued a massive challenge, which could result in 80,000 burritos being given away. Mad Mex is offering 80,000 burritos for all entrants if they break the wheelchair record of a male, female, or elite at City2Surf this Sunday. Clovis Young, the founder of Mad Mex, said: “Our motto […
Family horrified to discover what’s lurking in bag of spinach
The shocking discovery was made by a family of Americans when they opened a supermarket bag of spinach. The New York Post reported that when the Worrick family from Michigan opened a bag of organic baby spinach, which was labeled as “triple-washed,” they discovered a live, small frog nestled between the leaves. Amber Worrick, WJBK TV, [
Wendy’s inks deal on 200 stores as McDonald’s eyes $1bn expansion
The Australian burger market is about to be shaken up by a cult American fast food chain famous for its square patties, dairy desserts, and odd shapes. Wendy’s announced plans to open 200 restaurants nationwide by 2034 as the competition in the fast food market intensifies despite challenges with cost. With 7,000 locations in the […]
Australia’s most-loved dinners for the first half of 2023
If you are a fan of the slow cooker satay chicken or French onion chicken rice, then try these popular dinner recipes. Taste.com.au analyzed the top meal searches for the first six months of 2023. The following 20 are the best, in no particular sequence. Thai Massaman Beef Curry The most interesting curry in Thailand is […]
Domino’s Australia drops eight new menu items
Eight new pizza items are being introduced by one of Australia’s largest pizza chains to try and keep up with rising costs of living. Starting on August 14, Domino’s Australia will release six new pizzas and two new pastas in its More Range. The Lot is a pizza with 15 toppings, including pepperoni and pineapple, […]