From Small Screen To Bigger Picture

In 1992, a new television food show hit the ABC’s airwaves. With next to no fanfare, the five-minute Consuming Passions presented by Ian Parmenter soon became a major success, selling to 15 countries and screened in South-east Asia through the Asia Pacific network. Recipe collections followed, published in Australia, the UK and Ireland, which have sold close to a million copies.

In response to the show’s popularity, its producers, David Evans and Ian Parmenter formed a company, Consuming Passions Pty Ltd, and soon found their services sought for a number of television and video productions, major events and corporate activities. And demands keep growing …

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Great Recipes

A selection of Great Australian Recipes by renowned chef and television presenter Ian Parmenter. These recipes highlight the unique style of Australian Cooking.

Chicken Pistachio Meat Loaf with caramelised onion

A very simple meat loaf. Lightly spiced and flavoured with pistachio. It’s a perfect spring lunch. Serve hot or cold. Chicken may be substituted with the same quantity of pork and veal mince. Although I add a little juniper and brandy, this may be omitted.

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