I’m making a list and checking it twice. Perbellini Pannettone, check. Marcarini Moscato, check. Prawns, check. Bellavista, check. Whilst our Italian friends will be making their way through the snow and gathering around the fireplace, we’ll be playing beach cricket and chilling our reds in the fridge. Here’s what’s on the menu at three of Italy’s [...]

Thankfully, Australia has (mostly) moved beyond the absurdly traditional turkey with all the trimmings and plum pudding for Christmas lunch. When it’s 30 degrees, it’s a big ask to eat like that, especially before a swim and backyard cricket. We much prefer crayfish, prawns and plenty of the sparkling wine.  On our wine list this [...]