Category Archives: Seafood

Flying Fish, Jones Bay Wharf, Sydney

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Chopinand

“Should we be doing anything to celebrate my promotion and bonus this year?” Mysaucepan asks all of a sudden. “Well, I’d imagine that not many people even get bonuses these days let alone a promotion so I think we should” … Continue reading →

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Christmas Feasts, Sydney 2012

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Chopinand

“The main reason Santa is so jolly is because he knows where all the bad girls live.” ~ Goerge Carlin, American comedian, actor, author and philosopher ~~~~~~~~O~~~~~~~~ With the passing of each Christmas, I can’t help but think how lucky … Continue reading →

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Sydney Seafood School Cookbook

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Chopinand

The Sydney Fish Market is an important organisation which has made Sydney the world-class food destination that it is today. Reputed to be among the top three largest fish markets in the world, the Sydney Fish Market is a paradise … Continue reading →

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Sushi Samurai, Neutral Bay

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Chopinand

It is one of those Saturday afternoons that Mysaucepan and I could not decide whether to cook at home or go out for a simple meal. “Why don’t I ruffle up something simple at home since you’ve booked that hip … Continue reading →

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Garfish, Kirribilli

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Chopinand

“Good food is not found where restaurants are plentiful. Good food is where you discover it for yourself. “ ~ Chopinand, co-author of ChopinandMysaucepan ~~~~~~~~O~~~~~~~~ I often hear people remark that Sydney’s north shore is not as vibrant as Sydney’s … Continue reading →

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Grilled Scampi with Herb & Garlic Butter

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Chopinand

“Lets check out Barbeque Madness at Waterloo” Mysaucepan enthuse on this dreary Saturday afternoon. “What’s that?” I ask. “BBQ sets going for crazy prices?” “It’s BBQ stalls hosted by restaurants and it’s happening all over Sydney, it’s part of Crave … Continue reading →

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The debate about the origins of food – a futile food fight?

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Chopinand

“In an increasingly transient world, I believe the origins of food are becoming less relevant although I can appreciate why some food lovers would want to lay claim to the roots of its beginning. There is nothing wrong in having … Continue reading →

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Food Safari in Sydney

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Chopinand

“Good food, like good wine, should be shared among diners and the days of eating a whole main by yourself in a restaurant, may soon be over.” ~ Chopinand, co-author of ChopinandMysaucepan Sydney restaurant closures – a sign of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Beef, Chicken, Dessert, Duck, Eating in Sydney, Fish, Food safari, Pasta / Carbs, Pork, Salad, Seafood, Wine with food | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 43 Comments

Truffle flavoured Ling Fish Pie

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Chopinand

Winter is fast descending upon us Down Under and as much as I love the cold weather, I find what makes winter special is the food that comes out from our kitchen. Having a toasty oven baking away is a … Continue reading →

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