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An expanding list of A secret Italian delight The five-star burger that will
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Tom’s tasting tips

It is hard to believe that about 10 years ago, the better way to finish off a meal than with a chilled glass of
Genre Aroha 750ml McKenzie Australian wine market consumed less than 5% of Lemoncello or Grapa.
750ml Marlborough & Grace imported wines. That figure included French Some of my favourite beers also come from Italy, my go
Sauvignon Blanc 750ml Champagne, Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough and to beer for any occasion is always Peroni Nastro Azzurro,
Italian Chianti’s. but other favourites include Peroni Red or if you are in the
With much help from Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc mood for something malty, to Menabrea Original Birra.
this figure has steadily increased to be just over 15%. Just like Australia there are thousands of wineries to

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VARIETIES It is not surprising that Italian wines are made to go
with food. The two really go hand in hand, and both are
typically enhanced by the other.
Pinot Grigio is without a doubt Italy’s go-to white wine
and for good reason. Pinot Grigio typically displays fruit
like apple, pears and citrus, highlighted with floral and
honeysuckle notes. On the palate there is often a
minerality and real fresh acid that runs the whole palate,
this matches perfectly with seafood, light pasta dishes
and a wide range of cheeses.
Quite possibly Italy’s most famous red would be a
Chianti, mainly due to the old raffia wrap squat bottles.
Chianti, however, is a region – with the main red variety
that make up these wines being Sangiovese. This
variety is naturally high in acid and tannin as well as
being packed with fruit, no wonder this pairs well with
everything from spaghetti and meatballs to a backyard
BBQ fare is Chianti. Or consider Montepuliciano as
Flinders Bay Jacob’s Creek Meraki another solid red table wine that is made for Italian fare.
750ml Le Petit Rosé Prosecco As winter is upon us and the slow cooker is out
Margaret River 750ml 750ml cooking all those rich and heavy meat dishes, then you
need to pour yourself some Piedmont's Barolo or an
Aglianico. There is no better wine that can handle dishes
like beef cheeks and osso bucco.
It is amazing to think how many of the Italian grape
varieties are now grown and consumed here. Just a few
years ago most people would not know what Italian
varieties were. Here is a small list of Italian varieties that
explore, hundreds of breweries to sample and many great
distilleries to enjoy, so to help you on your way why not
start with these.
1. Da Luca ‘Pinot Grigio’ Sicily 2018 $16.99
The nose is filled with crisp apple, pink grapefruit with
hints of floral notes to it. The palate is layered with melon
and guava that is balanced with a refreshing minerality.
2. Da Luca ‘Nero D’Avalo’ Sicily 2017 $16.99
Rich blackberries and fresh cherries burst out of the glass.
The palate is full of red ripe fruit, but not heavy. Well
balanced with gentle tannins and a lingering hint of
vanillin oak.
3. Calabria Private Bin ‘Aglianico’ Riverina 2015 $15.99
Black cherries and ripe plum aromas with subtle notes of
savoury smokey coffee. Its palate is layered with dark
brooding fruit and restrained spice, the tannins add a
wonderful textural element.
4. Da Luca ‘Prosecco’ Treviso NV $18.99
Prosecco popularity continues to rise. Both the nose and
palate has fresh lemon peel and pineapple with hint of
jasmine and passion fruit. Long and lingering. Simply
delicious.
5. Frangelico Liqueur
This Hazelnut Liqueur delight comes from Piedmont,
Italy. It is nutty, incredibly smooth and not overpowering

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we now grow in Australia. How many do you recognise? in anyway. I love with this in my coffee or poured over my
$ 99 White Grape varieties Arneis, Fiano, Vermentino, Pinot ice-cream, affogato style. Or just simply over ice.
Grigio, Prosecco and Trebianno.
VARIETIES Red Grape Varieties: Aglianico, Barbera, Dolcetto, 6. Peroni Nastro Azzurro
Lagrien, Monetpulciano, Negroamaro, Nebbiolo, Nero This beer is clean, crisp and refreshing. It is never over
d’Avola, Primitivo, Sangiovese to name a few. Thanks to carbonated so I find you can always enjoy a few. It has a
Italy we also get to enjoy some fantastic aperitifs such lovely malt backbone and a mild hop bite, perfect for any
as Frangelico, Nocello, Amaretto, Galliano or what occasion.
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Sedici, a secret Italian delight…

Georgina Black Lamb on pappardelle… an absolute delight to the
tastebuds. Finishing off this sensational meal, dessert
Nestled in suburban Castle Hill, Sedici is a local favour- was a must. The Baileys Crème Brulee rounded off my
ite, with a cosy, family atmosphere and fabulous Italian indulgent meal perfectly.
cuisine, where BYO is welcomed. Unfortunately, my stomach did not allow for pizza,
I had the pleasure of being hosted by Jason Bridge from what I could see around me, pizza is a favourite for
and the Sedici team, who are more like a family to each all; at the table, pick up or home delivery.
other. The name ‘Sedici’ which is pronounced If you love Italian, you need to visit Sedici…
seh-deh-chi, means 16 in Italian, the age Jason was I’ll be returning many times over. Tanqueray Gin Chivas Regal 12yo Scotch
when his passion for cooking began with his Grand- If you love Italian, you need to visit Sedici… 700ml Whisky 700ml
mother. I’ll be returning many times over. Jack Daniel’s Black Label
With Jason’s extensive menu of antipasto, seafood, 700ml
lamb, grain fed beef, chicken, pasta and pizza, there’s BEVERAGE MATCH!
Meraki Shiraz and
something for every palate. With such an enticing menu Flinders Bay Sauvignon Blanc
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served alongisde beautifully cooked potatoes, tomato, What: Sedici in Castle Hill
olive, caper salsa and Galliano cream, this was a divine Where: Oakhill Shopping Village, 83 David Rd,
and choice. Castle Hill, NSW 2154
The meal was only heightened by the Flinders Bay, When: Tuesday-Sunday 4:30pm-9:30pm,
Sauvignon Blanc, that I picked up at my local Liquor Stax closed on Mondays
on the way to Sedici. Ph: (02) 9634 4522
The highlight for me was the Ragu of Slow Braised Web: sedici.com.au

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THOMAS HAMILTON
If you head online and look for listings of the best burger
locations in Sydney, chances are that you will come
across Inferno Grill in Maroubra. Inferno Grill are
renowned for their huge burgers and epic desserts.
Keeping with that theme, when I visited Inferno, I went
for the Boss Hogg. This burger is about as far away as
one can get from veganism. The two beef patties, with
the mozzarella patty and bacon made for a delectable
meaty taste. If like me, you go for this burger too, I would
recommend fasting for a day, because it will fill anyone
right up! On the side, the loaded fries and onion rings
were something else. The melted cheese on the fries
was done to perfection, just to the point that the cheese
was still solid and flavoursome, without being too far on
Hoöten Dutch Lager
Fully imported from Holland, Hoöten Dutch Lager is
brewed in the traditional way creating a beer that is
crisp and refreshing in the northern European lager
style. The careful selection of hops and barley ensures
Hoöten will become a firm favourite among lovers of
Dutch brew.
Beer is a great match for food because of its complex
flavours and refreshing taste. Even before the meal,
beer is doing its work by stimulating your appetite.
the liquid-side. The bacon on the fries was also spot-on in
amount, with just enough to taste that extra juiciness. The
onion rings were cooked to the point that they were crispy
and crunchy, adding to their fresh flavour. I would highly
recommend this venue to any burger lover. 5 Stars!
Details
What: Inferno Grill
Where: 3/944 Anzac Pde, Maroubra NSW 2035
When: Monday – Thursday 3pm – 10pm;
Friday – Sunday 11am – 10pm
Web: infernogrill.com.au
While wine and cheese is a well-known pairing,
beer makes an excellent alternative. The
carbonation and light acidity of beer lifts fats from
cheese off the palate, whether it’s a straight-up
cheese platter, pizza, sandwich or goat cheese salad.
Hoöten Dutch Lager is available at Liquor Stax
outlets, head to the website to find your nearest
branch: liquorstax.com.au
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Braised Beef Cheek Ragu with Pappardelle Tooheys Extra Dry 24*345ml
MAIN INGREDIENTS 5. Add wine to dish and bring to a simmer, then add stock,
3 large beef cheeks, seasoned with salt and pepper crushed tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme and rosemary. Bring to a
2 large onion, diced simmer again.
1 garlic bulb, sliced in half
4 carrots, roughly chopped
1/2 bunch celery, roughly chopped
6. Transfer to oven and cook, covered for 3 1/2 hours at 150
degrees, until beef cheeks are completely tender. Remove
lid and let simmer in oven for 20 minutes, to reduce and
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300ml red wine thicken liquid to likeness.

600ml beef stock 7. While beef cheeks are cooking, cook pappardelle
800g crushed tomatoes according to packet instructions.
Sprigs of fresh rosemary & thyme
1 bay leaf Serve ragu on a bed of pappardelle, topped with
INSTRUCTIONS Parmesan if desired.
1. Bring beef cheeks to room temperature and season.
2. Preheat oven to 150 degrees. Stewart Middlemiss
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Apple & Date Crumble with Vanilla Anglaise

FILLING INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS
800g apples (weight after peeling and coring) 1. Half-fill your sink with cold water and have a large, clean
10 Medjool dates, diced bowl ready.
5 tablespoons dark brown soft sugar 2. Place milk in a wide pot. Split the vanilla beans down the
2 tablespoons granulated sugar middle, scrape their seeds into the milk and include the
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon bean. Gently bring milk almost to the boil and remove from
CRUMBLE TOPPING INGREDIENTS heat. Infuse/rest for 10 minutes.
120g butter 3. In a bowl, whisk the sugar and egg yolks until pale and
120g sugar frothy. Then pour in the hot milk and vanilla bean mixture
40g oats
220g plain flour
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while whisking.
4. Once combined, pour the contents back into the pot and
place over a medium heat. Using a wooden spoon, stir gently
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2. Start by coring and peeling the apples, try to slice them to leave unattended. It takes about 8-10 minutes.
a thickness of 3-4mm. Place in a bowl of cold water with a To test if thicken, hold the wooden spoon vertically and
few drop of lemon juice added to stop the apples browning. run your finger through the custard. If the line runs, it's not
3. Dice the Medjool dates then mix with drained apple slices. quite ready, but if the line holds, it is done. Or taste the
Arrange apple and dates in a dish, sprinkle 5 tbsp of dark custard - if it still has an eggy taste, it's not quite ready.
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