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There are 5 exemptions where banned single-use plastic items can continue to be used in Victoria. These are for specific circumstances where items are required for health and safety reasons or where suitable alternatives to a sub-set of banned items are not currently available. 1. Single-use plastic drinking straws for people who need them due […]

Steve from Steve’s Silver & Stone’s shares his Traditional Christmas Cake recipe. “I make this every year on Melbourne Cup day as it allows the flavour to mature.” INGREDIENTS – 3 cups plain flour – 2 teaspoons baking powder – 1 teaspoon cinnamon – Cup each of currants, sultanas, and chopped walnuts – 2/3 cup […]

The festive season is fast approaching! The team at Joe’s Quality Corner understand the importance of a perfectly cooked roast. Here are some handy tips the team have shared to ensure you end up with the juiciest most tender roast. 1. SEAR your roast before you put it in the oven. With your roasting pan searing hot […]

Amir shares his Pasta alla Gricia recipe for everyone to try at home! Pasta alla Gricia – Serves 4  Ingredients 250g guanciale 80g pecorino  1 pack good quality pasta (rigatoni or spaghetti)  Black pepper  Directions 1. Bring a large pot of water to the boil. 2. Cut guanciale into thin strips then set aside . 3. […]

Perfectly cooked chicken breast with pan sauce Ingredients 2 chicken breasts – room temp 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to season Pan Sauce ¼ shallot finely diced 1 garlic clove, minced ½ tbsp thyme, finely diced 1 cup chicken stock 1 tbsp butter Salt and pepper to taste  Directions 1. Preheat oven to […]

Looking to recreate this delicious dip? Amir has kindly shared his recipe below. If you recreate this dip yourselves, we would love to see it! Simply tag @prestonmarketau on Instagram.

Ingredients Saganaki 2 large pieces of graviera, kefalograviera or kefalotyri cheese  1/2 cup plain flour 1/2 cup water olive oil Caramelised Figs 4 fresh figs 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar  3 tbsp honey 1/2 cup water 1 lemon Instructions 1. In a medium saucepan add vinegar, honey and 1/2 cup water and allow to simmer on low to […]

Anna Farinacci has shared her Easter Chocolate Cheese Cake recipe. Image sourced from https://www.freepik.com/free-photo/homemade-newyork-cheesecake-with-frozen-berries-mint-healthy-organic-dessert-top-view_8886160.htm?query=cheese%20cake Anna’s Greek heritage and her husband Pino’s Italian heritage has allowed the two to celebrate both Catholic and Orthodox Easter with their families. Here is a recipe that Anna uses for her Catholic Easter celebrations. Ingredients 1 teaspoon of baking powder […]

Anna from Farinacci Deli has shared her Koulourakia (Greek Easter Biscuits) recipe. Anna’s Greek heritage and her husband Pino’s Italian heritage has allowed the two to celebrate both Catholic and Orthodox Easter with their families. Image sourced from https://depositphotos.com/stock-photos/koulourakia.html?qview=426118028 Ingredients 250 grams of salted butter 5 eggs 2 ½ cups of sugar 1 cup of olive […]

Available Now Preston Market Eco Bags! Our new design Ecobags are available for purchase – $10 a bag. It’s two sided design displaying our Preston Market Fifty Years artwork. Available at the Centre Management Office. Please note, we only accept cash payment.