River Cottage Australia

Paul West still has a lot to learn as a rookie farmer. Tune in 6pm, weeknights to SBS.

life on the farm

What's happening next on River Cottage Australia

From lost goats to good cooking, here's what Paul West is up to.

What's inside?

Love it or loathe it, the Chiko Roll is a food icon

The then and now of the deep-fried Aussie milkbar classic, plus a healthy Chiko makeover.

Animal law

The animals are in charge

Who rules the roost on the River Cottage farm? Hint: it’s not Paul West.

New to SBS

How a rookie farmer learned to love the land

Food lovers, rejoice! River Cottage Australia is now on SBS. Paul West, the chef turned farmer, tells how he came to set up in "one of the most underrated places...

beyond basil

You can make pesto with just about anything

We're looking at you, carrot tops and leftover salad greens.

Country cooking

Fire up the stove for some classic baking, or preserve the harvest bounty with Paul's recipes. Scroll down for more from Paul.

Australian

Yoghurt cake with strawberries

This cake is a cinch to throw together and is my go-to cake if I need something to have with a cuppa.

Italian

Paul West's focaccia

Focaccia is such a flavour-packed and versatile bread to bake.

Modern Australian

Crackling pork loin with cider gravy

My preferred cut for roasting pork is the loin with the bone in.

Australian

Honey and oat slice

This honey oat slice is a piece of cake (pardon the pun) to throw together.

Modern Australian

Pearl couscous with parsley and pickled red onion

I love preparing a simple salad that’s built around lightly toasted pearl couscous.

The chicken and the egg

Egg-cellent ideas inspired by Paul's productive hens.

eggcellent

10 amazing egg tricks that prove you've been doing it wrong all along

No egg rings, visible use-by date, or cracking know-how? No worries!

the coop scoop

Chicken coop plans

Wondering if you could put a "palais de chook" in your backyard? These coop plans and tips from Costa Georgiadis will get you started.

Egged on

Eggs every which way

These fave eggs-for-breakfast ideas can make a quick supper too!

Cafe quality

The ultimate hack for a perfect poached egg

Go on, have a crack (but do this one thing first).

English

Devilled eggs with parsley, spring onion and jalapeno

Spice up devilled eggs with a jalapeno chilli kick for a quick and easy crowd-pleasing platter.

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