Quick duck à la orange
This sounds and looks impressive, and no one will guess it was made in under 30 minutes. The trick? Using duck breast, rather than a whole duck to cut down on cooking time, pairing it with sticky-sweet orange sauce.
Panko-crusted fish and salad
You really cannot go wrong with this panko-crusted fish, served with homemade yoghurt sauce. Pair it with a light salad and a glass of crisp white wine for an elegant meal.
Boeuf bourguignon blanc
Impress your loved one with Adam Liaw's version of boeuf bourguignon, a classic French braised beef dish. Here, Adam replaces the red wine with white, for a more delicate, but delicious alternative- a great way to use up your opened bottle of white in the fridge.
Chicken wrapped in bacon with goat cheese
It's simple, beautiful and delicious. Cooked in the oven, this recipe will give you the control to serve exactly as you wish, at the perfect time. Serve with some good quality wine, and your loved one will be very pleased.
Sichuan-glazed lamb shoulder
The classic Australian Sunday roast gets a Chinese makeover in this recipe. This sweet-sour-salty Sichuan-inspired glaze features Chinese chilli paste (doubanjiang) , and a Sichuan spice blend to sprinkle over. Serve with rice for a complete meal.
Cod and clams with coriander and cream
This is a simple yet elegant dish of cod and clam, gently cooked in a rich blend of cream and white wine, and enhanced with a touch of fresh coriander. An impressive dish that comes together in under 15 minutes. Don't forget to serve with a crusty baguette to soak up all the goodness.
Eggplant agrodolce
Eggplant agrodolce (“sweet and sour”) is a traditional Italian vegetable side dish, cooked in a sweet and sour sauce. This version features grilled eggplants, a raisin-infused sweet and sour sauce and plenty of toasted pine nuts for nutty crunch.
Fish fillets en papillote
All the preparation is completed beforehand, and all that is needed is to preheat the oven and slip the parcels in for a maximum of 15 minutes. The parcel style adds an element of fun and surprise too.
Avocado and verjuice jelly with cured ocean trout
Simple, yet sophisticated dish to impress. This recipe by Maggie Beer will be a gorgeous and refreshing dish to accompany your glass of white or champagne. You can customise the "rawness" of the trout, by adjusting the marinating time. Start preparation 1-2 days ahead.
Salad Lyonnaise
Whether served as a main or a side, this salad Lyonnaise will make a great addition to your date night dinner. Consisting of fresh frisée lettuce, crispy bacon or speck lardons, a red wine vinegar dressing and a poached egg, it's like a bacon and egg roll without the bun!
Single malt cheesecake
You just can't have a date night dinner without dessert! Adam Liaw adds a slug of whisky to this classic cheesecake, adding a delightfully boozy, caramelly edge. Allow 24 hours of chilling time for the cake to fully set with a slick finish.
Chocolate granita
This granita, an Italian semi-frozen dessert that originates from the region of Sicily, requires no fancy equipment or ice cream makers. Made from sugar, water and various flavours, this only requires a baking tin and a fork to make and is ready in under 10 minutes.
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