Vegemite and Molasses Lamb and Black Beans with Mushroom and Carrot Soup

Curry night sides: citrusy carrot salad with herbs and toasted almonds

For Australia Day, a twist on the classic Aussie lamington!

Mini sticky date pudding with vanilla bean ice cream and raspberry macarons from Il Fornaio, St Kilda.

Coffee fresh from Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne. Life is Great went for a gourmet journey Down Under. Merry Christmas!

Chocolate Mocha Ganache Tarts topped with a new season raspberry

Want a pasta that’s bursting at the seams with flavor and perfect for a night at home on the couch? This is a dish you must try!

Mushroom Masters – A Tournament of Tastes. Join me and fellow food bloggers from the US, Canada and Australia in the ultimate food battle!

A most unusual looking lime.

Can you guess what famous Aussie cookie this is?

Quail in Muscatel at the oldest winery in Victoria, Australia.

The foundation for Australia’s award-winning New World olive oils. Yes, they make olive oil Down Under.

Dancing in New Zealand with a slice of Pavlova – Mini Chocolate Pavlovas with Brandied Cherries

Decorated backyard swimming pool cake from the Sydney Royal Easter Show