Traditional Greek Christmas Almond Shortbread
1 December 2024
Ingredients:500g butter2 egg yolks1 tsp vanilla sugarDrop of ouzo1/2 cup icing sugar+ extra for decorating2.5 cups self-raising flour, sifted2.5 cups plain flour, sifted1 cup crushed almondsMethod:1...
Nut Rolls Baklava
5 November 2024

MAKES APPOX. 6 ROLLSINGREDIENTS1 tblsp vanilla sugar1 tsp cinnamon500g almonds, chopped finely (use a blender)2 packets filo pastry400g unsalted butter, meltedSYRUP3 cups sugar3 cups water1 tblsp h...
Freekah, Almond & Spiced Greek Yoghurt Salad
4 September 2024
 Ingredients1 cup freekeh2 cups water or vegetable broth1/2 cup Greek yogurt1/2 cup slithered almonds, toasted1 cup pomegranate seeds1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped1/4 cup...
7 Reasons Helen's European Cuisine Can Ease Staffing Challenges in Restaurants
9 August 2024

In today’s hospitality landscape, labour and staff shortages have become a critical issue for many venues—from restaurants to catering services and beyond. The challenges range from finding a...
Fasolia Salad Recipe
2 August 2024
Ingredients:500g cannellini beans1x Spanish onion, diced1x shallot, diced1x bunch celery, grated1x bunch parsley, roughly chopped½ bunch dill, roughly chopped1 red capsicum, diced2 tbsp capers&nbs...
Helen’s Ricotta Cheese & Fried Ricotta Cinnamon Pastry Recipe
22 May 2023
Paniyiri 2023 Cooking DemonstrationRicotta CheeseMakes 1 large cheeseIngredients:3L Whole Milk2 Cups Heavy Cream1/3 cup White VinegarPinch of salt (optional) Method:1. Add milk and cream to a l...
Healthy Tomato Relish Recipe
17 April 2023
This Healthy Tomato Relish recipe is perfect for adding a sweet salty tang to your favourite dishes. Your average Tomato Relish typically features plenty of sugar, however, this one uses a natural ...
Helen’s Katifi Me Krema
12 October 2022
Katifi Me Krema (or ‘Katifi with Custard’) is a traditional Greek delight, and with the excitement of the upcoming Paniyiri our very own Helen would like to share with you an old family recipe....
Helen’s Hints: Take a Bite Out of the Market With These Brunch Hacks
29 April 2022
Beans on toast? Boring.Eggs over-easy? Overdone.Cereal? Sad.Brunch is BIG in Australia and it’s only getting bigger.Cafes, restaurants, clubs and venues are embracing this growing trend with inno...