By jane
On 31, May 2014 | In Food Food features Recipes | By jane
Chillies: Pleasure and Pain
And a Recipe: Double Pleasure—Chocolate-Clad Crystallised Chillies
It burns, but we brush aside the warnings. We ignore the Greek-chorus wailing coming from that evolutionary marvel of gustatory discernment—our tongue-scape’s tight huddle of taste buds. Read more…
By jane
Aphro Cuisine Recipe: Mezcal Chilli Chocolate Cake
APHRO CUISINE – JUNE ’14 FEATURE
Think of a chocolate cake so rich, it’s barely a step away from a Swiss chocolate truffle and with a texture to rival Venetian velvet. Then add the fiery elements of chilli, mezcal, cinnamon, orange zest and a bursting succulent centre of ruby red cherries. Read more…
By jane
Chai Spiced Carrot and Coconut Cake with Lime Coconut Frosting
*Gluten free/lactose free option.
EATERS DIGEST MAY ’14 FEATURE
This is a cake that will turn heads. Moist, spicy and decadent with a hint of coconut and lime—it is a sensual treat and will carry you away on a culinary journey to the tropical regions of the subcontinent. Read more…
By jane
Subtropical Tarts – Mango, Maca, Coco & Lime
APHRO CUISINE – MAY ’14 FEATURE
Today might have been the last day that could scrape in for my extended, denial-ridden ‘it’s still summer’ phase here in Sydney. And at the markets: mango and lime! Really? It was meant to be—my terminal summery kitchen fling (until I skip hemispheres and cheat the system again). Read more…
By jane
On 31, Mar 2014 | In Food Food features Recipes | By jane
Urban Foraging – Poached Fig & Almond Cake
(a short film)
Explore the back alleys of Brunswick with Mojo Junction’s Carla Versitano, as she goes urban foraging for figs. Watch them transform into a Poached Fig & Almond Cake that will make your taste buds go wild! Sustainability and seasonal cooking up close and personal. Music by Tim Bennett.
By jane
Fig, Fennel & Gorgonzola Risotto
APHRO CUISINE – APRIL ’14 FEATURE
This androgynous—’Is it savory? Is it sweet?’—risotto, is so carefully light yet lavish, and full of my favorite aphrodisiacs: figs, fennel, cheese, wine. And once they are married in the soft sensuous texture of risotto, there really couldn’t be a more perfect bite to share with a loved one, and I mean that. Read more…
By jane
Sexy Soba – Aphro Cuisine Recipe
APHRO CUISINE – FEBRUARY ’14 FEATURE
Eating is a ritual. It enriches our daily lives, enlivens our body and mind, and when we savour and indulge, evokes our sensuality. For thousands of years, ourancestors have used certain intimate ingredients to spice up their lives, their libidos and their cuisine.
By jane
Summery Green Papaya Salad – Eaters Digest Recipe
*Gluten and dairy free.
EATERS DIGEST FEBRUARY ’14 FEATURE
Here’s my version of Green Papaya Salad (Som Tam). Read more…
By jane
Recipe: Pink Linguine
APHRO CUISINE – JANUARY ’14 FEATURE
Eating is a ritual. It enriches our daily lives, enlivens our body and mind, and when we savour and indulge, evokes our sensuality. For thousands of years, our ancestors have used certain intimate ingredients to spice up their lives, their libidos and their cuisine.
By jane
Mediterranean Quinoa with Seasonal Vegetables and Pesto
*Gluten and dairy free.
EATERS DIGEST DECEMBER ’13 FEATURE
The challenge
By jane
On 02, Dec 2013 | In Food Food features Recipes | By jane
Carla’s Outdoor Kitchen
Meet Mojo Junction’s regular food writer, Carla Versitano as she takes you through two simple, fresh, and delicious recipes. Experience the atmosphere of her tranquil Queensland patio while she demonstrates how to make Char-grilled Lebanese Eggplant with Mint, and Pickled Beetroot.
By jane
Morning Glory Fruitful Salad
APHRO CUISINE – DECEMBER ’13 FEATURE
Eating is a ritual. It enriches our daily lives, enlivens our body and mind, and when we savour and indulge, evokes our sensuality. For thousands of years, our ancestors have used certain intimate ingredients to spice up their lives, their libidos and their cuisine.
By jane
Fast-Track Hummus For Any Occasion
EATERS DIGEST DECEMBER ’13 FEATURE
Throwing a party? Hummus.
Ravenous after work? Hummus
Late night post-gig hunger? Hummus
Impromptu company? Hummus
By jane
Pea & Basil Soup
Raw Cacao Balls
EATERS DIGEST – NOVEMBER ’13 FEATURE
Hi there.
I’m Carla Versitano and I’m a food writer, actor, and singer. Does that make me a triple threat? Doing all of that as well as balancing a dynamic day job teaching English as a second language makes for a busy schedule. It’s so important to me to keep my food intake balanced, regular and real.
By jane
Seared Peach & Ciliegine Salad
APHRO CUISINE – NOVEMBER ’13 FEATURE
Eating is a ritual. It enriches our daily lives, enlivens our body and mind, and when we savour and indulge, evokes our sensuality. For thousands of years, our ancestors have used certain intimate ingredients to spice up their lives, their libidos and their cuisine. These foods can effect your senses more than you know, through textures, aromas, hormone-inducing properties, increasing blood flow, heightening senses, and so much more.
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