Cooking with the Australian Womens Weekly

The Australian Women’s Weekly FOOD magazine is all about food; how to create, make, bake and cook it. With masses of tips, hints, and useful ‘how-to’ pictures and videos, FOOD helps readers to cook with confidence.

Editor’s letter

Festive finale • Fancy serving up something dramatically different for dessert? Have we got some beauties for you!

WHAT’S IN Season CHERRIES • Make the most of all-too-short cherry season with some of our favourite recipes, both savoury and sweet.

What’s in season

Let's celebrate • As the year comes to a close, it’s time to relax with good food and good company. Our menus will guarantee good times, too!

A very merry BREKKIE • Christmas can be a busy time socially, so a festive breakfast is a fun and delicious way for the family to catch up and celebrate together.

Life of the party • ’Tis the season to socialise, and these vibrant finger-food recipes are as simple to make as they’re delicious. Just add your favourite people!

PUNCHES WITH PANACHE • Infused with fragrant fruits and herbs, these stylish summery drinks are sure to break the ice at any gathering.

Oceans of inspiration • Celebrate Australia’s superb seafood with these easy, breezy summer lunch ideas.

LET it SHINE • A beautifully glazed baked ham is a welcome sight at any table. Our tried and tested tips and tricks are your recipe for success.

IT’S TIME TO TALK TURKEY • Whether it’s a majestic whole roast turkey or a boned turkey breast, we have all the tips you need for a perfectly cooked bird.

Test Kitchen Notes

STAR-TURN ROASTS • Impress family and friends with one of these show-stopping main courses this Christmas.

Kitchen Notes

Test Kitchen Notes

SPECIAL SIDES • In charge of bringing something to the family get-together? These colourful vegie dishes are sure to wow the crowd.

ROAST POTATOES • For maximum crunch, make sure your potatoes are really dry before roasting. Now – which dish to choose?

GREENS TO GO • Pair any of these sides with roast or barbecued meats and fish, or serve cold with mixed leaves as a salad for a buffet or barbecue.

A VEGAN CHRISTMAS TABLE • If you have vegan guests joining your Christmas celebrations, these recipes are sure to make them feel special – and keep everyone else happy, too!

Test Kitchen Notes

SIMPLE celebration DESSERTS • Looking for a spectacular festive dessert that's quick and easy to prepare? Use our clever shortcuts, then take a bow!

Test Kitchen Notes

MADE with LOVE! • Homemade gifts are the most wonderful way to show you care, especially when they’re gorgeous treats like these.

Test Kitchen Notes

Test Kitchen Notes

Test Kitchen Notes

PERFECT Christmas pudding • Embrace tradition and follow our detailed step-by-step guide to making a stand-out Christmas cloth pudding.

Test Kitchen Notes

Festive TRADITIONS • Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a rich iced fruit cake.

LET’S celebrate • Get ready to farewell 2020 (good riddance!) and greet the New Year with this fabulous party food.

food bites

Let’s eat Japanese • With a few authentic, easily obtained ingredients and our simple recipes, you’ll be serving up this cult street food in no time.

made for sharing • Discover the magic of Middle Eastern flavours with a colourful banquet that’s perfect for casual summer entertaining.

Catch up Our top posts and favourite reader pics this month

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