Zero Waste Cooking Class – Whole Baked Cauliflower

In Australia the annual food waste bill is estimated at $20 Billion. Government studies show 289 kilos of food per person, per year, go to waste. And based on these figures, Australia is the world’s 4th highest food waste country per capita. Compass has a global commitment to the reduction and elimination of food waste. Given Read More

Elderflower granita I berries I Chantilly

Elderflower granita | berries | Chantilly

From the RA kitchen at Sydney Town Hall SERVES 6. Welcome to one of France’s favourite ingredients – the elderflower. Floral, acidic, sweet and tangy, this dessert is a summer delight that is as beautiful to look at as it is to eat. The surprising and elegant flavour and texture of the elderflower granita makes Read More

White chocolate pannacotta

White chocolate pannacotta | toasted coconut | summer fruits

From the RA kitchen at Taronga Zoo SERVES 6. This fresh, sophisticated take on the traditional pannacotta is a marriage of ingredients that were destined to spend a lot of time together on the palate. The silky pannacotta provides the perfect base for the berry pop, whilst the coconut warms and lifts with a little Read More

Scallops | Black bean sauce | Jerusalem artichoke puree

Scallops | black bean sauce | Jerusalem artichoke puree

From the RA kitchen at Bistro Mint This dish will become a family favourite for those early evening dinners on the terrace. The sweetness of the Jerusalem artichoke paired with the caramelized scallops is a tantalizing combination, whilst the fermented black sauce provides balance with a hint of spice and saltiness. Black bean sauce 2 Read More

Spring soup w spinach and parsley

Spring soup | spinach | parsley

From the RA kitchen at a global bank SERVES 6-8. This soup is a conversation starter from the moment it arrives on the table. Artful flavour combinations and the burst of colour make this dish a spring favourite – all year round. A chilled version can be prepared for the summer months by substituting the Read More

Flavours of the ocean share plate

Flavours of the ocean | share plate

From the RA kitchen at Sydney Town Hall What better way to bring an exotic taste of the sea to your table than with a stunning contemporary seafood platter. As always the key is in the freshness of the ingredients, and if you have access to a fish market it is well worth the journey. Read More