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From perfect pasta to mouthwatering mezze, these are the best comfort food takeaways to order right now

22 Oct 2021

Times like these call for all the comfort we can get — and that includes of the culinary kind. If it’s gloomy outside and morale is generally gloomy, too, then warming the belly and the soul with a comforting meal is more appreciated than ever. Luckily, while restrictions are stopping them from opening for dine-in, our favourite restaurants are offering takeaways for us to tuck into — from perfect pasta to moreish meat dishes and more, here are the most comforting takeaways in town.

Left to right: Cotto’s spinach and goats cheese dumplings; Andiamo’s macaroni and cheese.

Craving pasta?

Pasta e Cuore
Mount Eden’s fresh pasta masters are open again for contactless pick-up during the alert level 3. They have irresistible ready-to-eat mains for you to whisk home, such as tagliatelle al ragu, tortelloni with butter and sage, and gnocchi al Pomodoro. You can also pick-up fresh pasta and sauces to make yourself at home, plus pre-cooked meals to warm up, such as meatballs, lasagna and focaccia, and desserts. Pick-up is between 11 am and 7.30 pm and the online ordering system is available 24/7. Order online here.

Pici
The pasta heroes at Pici have pasta kits that you simply heat at home, a welcome addition to any household craving the comforting taste of handmade pasta. On the menu, you can expect the likes of rigatoni with pork and fennel rags or bucatini, butternut, sage and salted ricotta. There’s also ready-to-eat focaccia, olives and other sides, plus wine, dessert (that beloved cheesecake!), fresh pasta and a selection of deli items including their Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Available for pick-up and delivery within central Auckland. Order online here.

Ada
Ada is open Friday, Saturday and Sundays during level 3, 4pm — 8pm for piping-hot, contactless pick-ups. We’re making sure we have room for both pastas — currently ricotta cavatelli with zucchini, mascarpone, pinenuts and razzoletti with beef cheek, fennel, chives, the flavours of which are likely to change. A side of its signature pizza frittas wouldn’t go amiss either, topped with the likes of Ortiz anchovies with whipped ricotta or Nduja with taleggio and more. Order via text on 021 766 621, payment taken on pick-up and follow @ada_akl for updates.

Amano
As well as having its incredible sourdough and ciabatta, pastries, cakes, and tarts on offer, Amano has just launched hot, ready-to-eat takeaways straight from its kitchen including crowd favourite pasta dishes like Scampi Chitarra and Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe. These are available for pick-up on Friday and Saturday between 5 — 8pm. Order hot takeaways online here, and pastries and breads here.

Cotto
Praise the pasta gods, Cotto has brought back its takeaway offering, with the K’Road eatery open from Monday to Saturday, 5pm — 10pm. Pick-up a meal of its famous spinach and goats cheese dumplings, plus a pasta or two — we’ve got our eye on the Maltagliati lamb shoulder rags with chilli and fennel, and the tortellini with smoked mozzarella, spinach and pine nuts. Order online here.

Prego
In news that could not come pronto enough, Prego is open for takeaways during level 3 from 4:30pm — 8.30pm Thursday to Sunday. The team is working on a refined menu of its classics hits, including several pastas like spaghetti agioli, eggplant rigatoni, fettuccine alfredo and more. All orders can be made by phone (09 3763 095), with pre-orders welcome from midday. For more information, keep an eye on Prego’s Instagram page, where updates will be posted and see the menu here.

Andiamo
Andiamo To Go is back, offering a tasty takeaway menu with contactless pick-up plus a dedicated picnic box menu. If it’s pasta you crave, look no further than Andiamo’s spaghetti with beef meatballs, or the macaroni and cheese with truffle and bacon. Orders can be placed between 4pm — 8pm, with contactless pick-up available from 5pm. ⁠Contactless delivery is also now available, serving Herne Bay, Saint Mary’s Bay, Ponsonby, Westmere, Grey Lynn and Freemans Bay. Phone 09 378 7811 between 4pm — 8pm to place your order and make payment. Find the full menus here.

Left to right: Gemmayze St chicken shish; Fatimas Chawarma.

Moreish Middle Eastern flavours…

Gemmayze St
Those craving Gemmayze Street’s ever-popular hummus will be pleased to know the Lebanese eatery is back for level 3, offering mezze boxes (with a variety of dips, sauces, homemade bread and the aforementioned hummus) and make-your-own wrap kits (including lamb shoulder or falafel) during the week, alongside a new weekend menu of lachmajun (Middle Eastern pizza) and kebab shop-style wraps. An at-home version of its jeeb menu includes three irresistible courses with mezze, mains and dessert. For something sweet, dark chocolate and halva (tahini nougat) brownie and pistachio baklava is not to be missed. Available for pick-up only, Tuesday — Sunday. Order online here.

Williams Eatery
This Wynyard Quarter cafe has us sorted for lunch with mouth-watering sweet and savoury goods, plus Flight Coffee for a much-needed caffeine fix. Offering up Lebanese pitas, stuffed with either falafel or chicken shawarma, pickles, hummus and salad, plus mezze bowls, indulgent extras like shawarma fries and more, we recommend paying these guys a visit between 9am and 1:30pm, Monday to Friday. Orders can be made via DM on the Williams Instagram; email — [email protected]; or at the front door.

Fatimas
For those in need of their Fatimas feed, online ordering will be available for contactless takeaways from its Ponsonby and Takapuna stores. Fatimas full, fresh menu is ready-to-go, as well as Make Me Chawarma Kits and gift vouchers. Order and shop online here.

Left to right: Jervois Steak House; Ostro’s Beef Wellington.

Mouthwatering meat dishes…

Ostro
Ostro’s selection of take-home comfort food is just what we need to get through these times. There’s the famous Beef Wellington, designed to serve two, it comes with all the delicious trimmings — confit garlic and onion, potato gratin, horseradish creme fraiche, mustard and jus. We also wouldn’t turn our noses up at the delectable Ostro Harmony pork belly roast, the free range chicken pie or the lobster, prawn and snapper pie. Order online here.

Jervois Steak House
Our favourite steak house is offering contactless pick-up. With a curated takeaway menu of all your favourites, including crispy calamari, duck liver parfait, forest mushroom pappardelle, salads and dessert, the range of signature meat cuts also available means you won’t find a better steak anywhere else. Available from 5pm for dinner, and orders can be placed between 4pm – 8pm. Phone 09 376 2049 to place your order and payment.⁠

Homeland
As well as a range of pantry staples like granola, kawakawa pesto and snacks, Homeland has meals to go — some of which are ready to eat and others can be heated at home. Its large cuts of meat to share are catching our eye currently — we’re talking half or whole boneless Hawke’s Bay lamb shoulder, gently spiced and slow roasted for reheating at home. It comes served with a greek-style salad. There’s also a slow-braised, whole Greenlea beef cheek on offer, with celeriac and chimichurri sauce, or Hāngi pork belly, served with tamarillo relish. See Homeland’s full menu and ordering details here.

Cazador
Order online for pick-up hampers of Cazador’s famous housemade charcuterie and cheeses, and prepare-at-home, multi-course feasts including dishes like spatchcocked, roasted quail, saffron and chorizo rice, organic greens with sherry and raisins, and dessert. For take-out on the 23rd of October, Cazador has a hot, ready-to-devour meal of roasted, marinated lamb served with dill rice and tzatziki, with the option to add Greek salad, coal-fired pita bread and pistachio baklava for dessert. Find the full selection here.

Brothers Beer & Juke Joint BBQ
For ribs, wings, beef brisket and more, look to the citywide southern style BBQ slingers at Juke Joint. They deliver vacuum-packed meals, sides and craft beer every Friday afternoon and are also doing click & collect and UberEats deliveries of hot, ready-to-eat bites from five sites (Birkenhead, City Works Depot, Mt Eden, Ōrākei and Onehunga) throughout the week. This includes almost the full menu, such as moreish meats, sides and sharing plates, plus you can find craft beer on the website to wash it down (and at all good liquor stores and supermarkets). Order online here.

The Engine Room
North Shore neighbourhood bistro The Engine Room is serving up click and collect takeaways of delectable heat and eat meals. Order at least 24 hours in advance and you too could enjoy the likes of duck confit, beef cheek bourguignon or five-spiced pork belly. There are also additional items for order like a bake-at-home version of the iconic cheese soufflé, and a daily dessert. Find menu and ordering details here.

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This new Miann opening is bringing the sweet life to Ponsonby Central

22 Oct 2021

For those in need of a well-timed sweet treat, Miann has opened its shiny new doors in Ponsonby Central. The beloved dessert shop by Brian and Roselle Campbell will offer all of Miann’s artful favourites, including specialty cakes, macarons, gelato and sorbet, bean to bar chocolate and single origin hot chocolate.

While you’ll likely already be acquainted with Miann’s morsels from their Morningside chocolate factory and Britomart and Fort Street eateries — allow us to provide an indulgent reminder.

Firstly, the celebration cakes are unsurpassable, the hazelnut and caramelised white chocolate mousse cake, known as the ‘ Dulce de Leche’, is a sophisticated crowd pleaser — while the Miann version of a tiramisu cake is so delectable, you may have to fight for the final piece.

For petit gateaux, the lifelike toffee apple, with caramel apple compote and sticky toffee sponge, is so striking, it gives us sympathy for Snow White. The individual-sized lemon meringue tart, in the other hand, is a sweet sculpture to devour in one sitting.

Fancy something cool? The baked Alaska gelato with raspberry sorbet is layered with toasted meringue for one memorable mouthful. Meanwhile, a dark scoop of charcoal coconut sorbet will create some dessert drama.

As one of Auckland’s best pâtisserie chefs, Brian brings a welcome saccharine statement to Ponsonby’s most vibrant micro-hospitality scene. “We are delighted to be in Ponsonby Central surrounded by fantastic restaurants,” he says. “We bring the sweet. Perfect for after a meal, an afternoon treat or even a morning coffee.”

With Silky Otter Cinemas opening in Ponsonby Central soon, the team are also working on some epic cinema packages, so you can munch in style at the movies.

Ready for level 2, the playful Miann space has colourful neon lights and decals of its chocolate-making process to invite passers-by to try their latest creations. At level 3, we can pick-up click and collect orders from the front of the store, which will satiate our curiosity and cravings before we can see all the treats up close.

Opening Hours:
Monday to Saturday: 10am — 10pm
Sunday: 10am — 8pm

Miann
Ponsonby Central
136-146 Ponsonby Road

www.miannchocolatefactory.com

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Treat yourself to a Powersurge online shop, and receive a generous restaurant voucher for paying it forward

22 Oct 2021

Right now, we could all do with a little retail therapy, and shopping Powersurge’s beautiful range of brass decor will not only lift our spirits and our home’s aesthetic — but benefit local eateries within its sphere of influence.

Having worked on bespoke fit-outs for some of Auckland’s leading eateries, Powersurge is in-tune with how to create a warm and inviting atmosphere in a dining room. To show its support for the local hospitality scene we all so dearly miss, Powersurge will be giving away a $50 restaurant voucher for all online store purchases over $500, and a $100 restaurant voucher for all orders over $1000.

Left to right: Fall Coffee Table; Etch Sun Candleholder Set.

Whether you have been mesmerised by the resplendent yet minimalist Fall Coffee Table, or are eyeing up the Etch Sun Candleholder Set, which flickers in the light of the flames, now is the time to add to cart — knowing that you are playing your part.

See more stunning accent pieces to shop from Powersurge’s latest collections here.

Customers can choose to redeem their vouchers at one of the team’s four favourite family-run restaurants — Mount Eden institution Cazador, Karangahape Road’s cosy food and wine bar Apéro, local Lebanese eatery Gemmayze St, and Northcote Point’s beloved The Engine Room.

This tantalising promotion will be running until the end of the November. It applies to all online product sales, including custom (but not bespoke) orders made direct.

Restaurant vouchers will be sent out by early December, and can be used for online takeaway orders or for a patiently awaited in-person meal, once the above restaurants are able to welcome us back safely with open arms.

www.powersurge.co.nz

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Enjoy the most sumptuous cocktails to suit every taste this long weekend

22 Oct 2021

As we look forward to a long weekend, albeit still in lockdown, we’re mixing things up with a cocktail menu that will oblige all of our drinking-age bubble members. Each recipe serves one, but can be amplified for more fun.

For the Eternal Optimist: Champagne Cocktail
With refreshingly zesty citrus top notes and sweet undertones, this effortless cocktail is effervescent from start to finish — much like those who will be sipping it.

Ingredients:
60mL Mumm Grand Cordon, or Champagne of your choice
30mL Lillet Blanc
10mL Sugar syrup
Raspberries

Method:
Simply add the ingredients into a balloon glass and fill with ice.

Recipe note: Try and stick to fresh berries instead of frozen, so the nectar mashes into the beverage. Also, refrain from overloading the balloon glass with ice.

For the Old Soul: Coley & Punch’s The Wisdom of Sage
For those who like to pass on sage advice, pass them this refreshing cocktail — it’s wise beyond its years with a botanical bite.

Ingredients:
20ml fresh grapefruit juice
20ml fresh lime juice
15ml blackberry liqueur
1 heaped bar spoon of blackberry jam
15 fresh sage leaves
1 egg white
5ml Laphroaig 10, or single malt Scotch whiskey of your choice
60ml Lighthouse gin, or another botanical bottle of your choice

Method:
1. Add all ingredients to shaker and dry shake to emulsify the egg. Add ice and shake vigorously.
2. Double strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
3. Finish with grapefruit zest, 2 fresh sage leaves and freeze-dried blackberries.

For the Long Lost Traveller: Soul Bar & Bistro’s Spritz 36
If one, or some, of your drinking bubble buddies has itchy feet, satiate their desire to wander the world with a limoncello spritz that will transport their tastebuds to the Italian coast.

Ingredients:
45ml limoncello
60ml San Pellegrino Limonata
90ml Deutz Prestige, or cuvée of your choice
4 lemon wheels to line the interior of wine glass

Method:
1. Line the interior of wine glass with four thinly sliced lemons.
2. Fill the glass with ice and add 45ml limoncello, 60ml San Pellegrino Limonata, and 90ml Deutz Prestige.
3. Mix through with straw and enjoy.

For the Sharp Conversationalist: Lilian’s Orange & Chilli Margarita Recipe
Spicing up a classic margarita with fresh red chilli will keep tongues wagging. Pour freely for an especially entertaining catch-up with another bubble outdoors.

Ingredients:
Small amount of fresh red chilli to taste, chopped
5ml agave syrup
45ml tequila (Lilian recommends using El Jimador Reposado)
15ml Cointreau
20ml fresh orange juice
25ml fresh lime juice
Orange slice to garnish

Method:
1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the red chilli in the bottom with the agave syrup.
2. Add the tequila, Cointreau, orange juice and lime juice to the shaker.
3. Shake vigorously and double strain over ice (preferably a large cube or sphere) into a short rocks glass with a salt rim.
4. Garnish with a slice of orange.

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The new sleepwear collaboration between Papinelle and Karen Walker is in bloom

21 Oct 2021

Charlotte Brontë once wrote “a ruffled mind makes a restless pillow”, but what of inferior sleepwear making for a restless slumber? On a mission to create luxurious pyjamas, nightgowns and accessories is sleepwear brand Papinelle. Judging by its popularity with not only everyday customers but global tastemakers like Jessica Alba, Kendall Jenner and Whitney Port, it is certainly succeeding.

Left to right: Papinelle x Karen Walker Love Letter Floral Cotton Silk Flutter Dress, Papinelle x Karen Walker Love Letter Floral Pure Silk PJ.

Founded in Sydney, Papinelle has just announced its third collaboration with another globally successful Antipodean brand: Karen Walker. This limited-edition, luxury sleepwear collection is a breath of blossom-scented fresh air for the romantics among us. It features 70s-inspired botanical motifs that were sourced from Karen Walker’s print archives, adorning silk and cotton separates. From short and full-length pyjamas to nightgowns and robes, the collection is both quintessentially refined and utterly relaxed — as befitting garments worn for slumbering.

The pieces are so stylish, in fact, that you’ll be tempted to wear them outside of the house — and, according to Walker, you shouldn’t hold back. “Our pyjamas are just as good for stepping out as they are for staying in,” she says. “Sure, they look and feel sensational on the couch or under the duvet but they’re just as knock-out styled with Levi’s and Birkenstocks and taken to the street.”

Left to right: Papinelle x Karen Walker Love Letter Cotton Silk Robe, Papinelle x Karen Walker Garden Floral Cotton Nightie, Papinelle x Karen Walker Runaway Girl Cotton Boxer PJ.

Papinelle is run by CEO Renae James and Creative Director Nicole Kelly, a contemporary and luxurious sleepwear brand for those who like their fashion nous to extend from their daytime attire to what they wear between the sheets. In joining forces with Karen Walker once more, they are making the case for a dedicated pyjama section in our wardrobes — we’ll certainly need one after this.

www.papinelle.co.nz

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Striking yet see-through, glass furniture is an exercise in contradiction, as well as creativity and constraint. Cini Boeri’s monolithic Ghost armchairs for Fiam Italia, rendered here for Alexey Gulesha’s Beach Hotel Concept, distil this concept — ergonomically designed to be so supportive they seem soft. Technically challenging and a true minimalist piece, glass décor distils our desires into a pure, transparent form.

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20 Oct 2021

When it comes to our respective working situations, many of us have had to band together with our colleagues or employees to steer through what has been a very uncertain and stressful situation. Keeping morale up and productivity humming, all while working from home, with many people juggling children and schooling — one thing’s for sure, it hasn’t been easy.

Thoughtful gestures go a long way in these times, and they don’t have to require a lot of effort on the part of the benefactor. That’s where the brilliant corporate gift boxes from Savor Goods come in. Whether you’re a sizeable firm wanting to show gratitude to loyal clients, or run a smaller, independent business and want to treat your staff, there’s a scrumptious box that is no doubt going to brighten the day of its recipient.

The whole delivery process is exceedingly thoughtful — you select a gift box or choices of boxes for the giftees to choose from and provide Savor with a list of the recipients’ emails. The company will then design an EDM to go out to them and the giftees can choose a box from a curated selection, which will be delivered between 12pm and 5pm on the date of choice.

The Best of Amano box, for example, is a truly delicious affair. It includes a range of Amano favourites, all boxed up to be enjoyed at home. From fresh produce from the restaurant’s local farms like strawberries, blueberries, avocados and tomatoes, to a pasta kit for two to cook at home, there’s also a range of fresh bakery goods inside such as pastries and chocolate chip cookies. To round out this box of goodies, there is a 750ml bottle of Kumeu orange juice and a bottle of Italian wine. This box comes in at $150, and there are other $50 and $100 options on offer throughout Savor’s other eateries — such as the NSP Aperitivo box or Lobster & Tap’s lobster box.

You can tailor your purchase to your requirements and means, so should you wish to go above and beyond, Savor offers the option to create bespoke boxes, too. So, if you’re keen to let someone in your professional realm know you care, we suggest you peruse these brilliant boxes.

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A new daytime eatery opens in Parnell, bringing its casual yet welcoming Italian flair to the neighbourhood

20 Oct 2021

Fabio Buonomo and his partner in life and business Lena Solomon have both long harboured dreams of running their own restaurant business — and now, the experienced hospitality duo has realised this goal with the opening of their charming cafe Cornelia.

Situated at 289 Parnell Road, Cornelia is a daytime eatery (with licensing and later hours hopefully coming down the track) that specialises in tasty, fresh, Italian-style bites, appropriate for a wholesome yet flavourful breakfast or lunch.

Chef Buonomo, a native of Italy, moved to New Zealand from Rome five years ago, and has over 20 years’ experience in the industry. Solomon also has years of hospitality nous under her belt, and when the stars aligned for them to sign their venue’s lease in July, they jumped at the chance.

Cornelia specialises in made-to-order Italian paninis — but banish any associations you might have of the word with mid-noughties, flat toasted creations. In Italian, panini simply means sandwiches, and at Cornelia these are assembled in tasty Il Forno baguettes, generously stuffed with various fillings.

Find the likes of Caprese, with buffalo mozzarella, tomato and basil pesto; Salmone, with smoked salmon, fior di latte mozzarella, rocket, lemon and EVOO; Crudo, with prosciutto, smoked mozzarella, tomato, rocket, parmesan and white truffle oil — and more.

There’s also a seared tuna bruschetta, antipasto, plus various salads such as Caesar salad that will change regularly. Those after a caffeine fix can enjoy smooth coffee by Italian brand Moak, and sweet tooths would do well to pick up a tub of housemade tiramisu or the signature ‘choconut’ cake.

Cornelia also serves pastries from Ponsonby Italian bakery Il Forno, should you desire an apricot Danish or custard-filled croissant to round-off your panino.

Fundamentally, Buonomo and Solomon are keen to connect with the local community and be a reliable go-to for a tasty bite and a great coffee. “However you’re feeling — if you’re hungry or thirsty, come by and hang out,” says Solomon. “Nothing’s too complicated, it’s just simple, laidback neighbourhood vibes.”

Under alert level 3, Cornelia currently has a comprehensive takeaway menu available — order its tasty panini and sweet treats here via Mr Yum.

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 8am — 2:30pm
Saturday: 8am — 6pm
Closed Sunday

Cornelia

289 Parnell Road,
Parnell

www.cornelia.co.nz

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Breast cancer screening has fallen due to Covid-19 and needs urgent attention — here’s what you need to know

19 Oct 2021

At least 133 women in New Zealand have no idea they have breast cancer right now. That’s according to new and worrying information that is being shared by Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. As another unforeseen consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic, during our level 4 lockdown breast screening was cancelled and it now runs at a reduced capacity in level 3.

That these women, and some men, will have no idea they have cancer is due to the fact that they’ll be showing no symptoms — and international Covid-19 impact studies suggest that some will then need more severe treatments when it is found, and some will go on to have metastatic breast cancer.

In light of this health crisis, and during October which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Breast Cancer Foundation has started the Missing Woman Campaign to help find the ‘missing’ women and their missing cancer diagnoses.

It is petitioning for the government to support BreastScreen Aotearoa with funding and resources to clear the backlog within six months, to take action to restore breast screening to pre-Covid levels, and add breast screening to the national health indicators — plus extend the screening age to 70-74 in line with other countries. It’s also asking the government to ensure that, should we return to level 4 lockdown, mammograms will be able to operate in the same way as level 3 to help prevent future losses.

Since the arrival of Covid, data shows that invasive cancers are being found later than they could have been. According to the foundation, breast screening participation has been put back 10 years, which means many women are diagnosed later, the cancer is then harder to treat and has an increased likelihood of returning. This decrease in screening also negatively affects Māori & Pasifika more than anyone else.

“If you’ve had a mammogram cancelled, get rebooked as soon as you can,” implores Ah-Leen Rayner, Chief Executive of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. “And if you’ve discovered a lump or other symptom you should see your GP straight away, no matter what level you’re in. Every day counts when you have breast cancer — don’t let Covid stop you finding breast cancer early.”

To show your support for this important cause, make sure you sign the Missing Women petition here.

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This prosciutto and eggplant pasta recipe makes for a simply delicious supper

18 Oct 2021

Long lunch or simple supper, this prosciutto and eggplant pasta recipe from Miss Polly’s Kitchen makes a perfect fuss-free meal. Easy yet impressive, this linguine makes a meal for many when served with garlic bread and rocket salad.

If you wish, you can omit the prosciutto to make this vegetarian-friendly.

Prosciutto and eggplant pasta recipe
Serves 5–6

Ingredients:
3 eggplants, sliced into 1-2cm thick rounds
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
10 garlic cloves, crushed with the back of a knife and diced
¾ cup of parsley
2 packets of mini vine-ripened tomatoes, quartered
1 pack of cherry tomatoes
A good pinch of chilli flakes
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 packet of dried linguine
2 packets of prosciutto (roughly 150g)
8 medium-size mozzarella balls
Lots of basil (I used a whole plant from the supermarket)

Method:
1. Heat the oven to 190°C.
3. Line the sliced eggplant on a couple of baking trays, drizzle with olive oil then season well. Bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked. You want them soft in the middle.
4. In a deep pan on a medium heat, cook the garlic with oil, salt and pepper.
5. Mix in the parlsey and cook for a minute then add in the tomatoes, keeping half the cherry tomatoes to fold through at the end.
6. Cook the tomatoes for 10 minutes, add the chilli and balsamic and cook for another few minutes.
7. Cook the pasta in some salted water. Add the cooked eggplant into the tomato sauce.
8. Whilst the pasta is cooking, bake the prosciutto on a tray until crispy. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn.
9. Drain the pasta and mix everything together. Top with the crispy prosciutto, mozzarella, remaining cherry tomatoes and lots of fresh basil.
10. Serve with garlic bread and a rocket salad.

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