GUEST POST BY GABY MORA: ‘A Taste of Peru’ at the Sydney Food Festival last year was a big hit, introducing many Australians to the concept of modern Peruvian gastronomy. Today’s guest blogger, Gaby Mora, brings the taste or Peru right into your kitchen and onto the palates of your friends and family with these great tips and recipes for a Peruvian party.

Homeware is fashion for the home, and every home – like every person – makes a first impression based on the way it is ‘dressed’. Home decor changes with seasons, so we’ve put together 5 fashion trends for homewares to keep your home looking sharp.

There’s something special about afternoon tea. It’s a combination of delightful teas, beautiful teaware, bite-sized nibblies and a gathering of friends in a graceful ritual that stretches back generations. Isn’t it time you gathered your friends around an elegant afternoon tea? Follow these tips and you can’t go wrong.

GUEST POST BY CAESAR WONG: A self-confessed geek and gamer, guest blogger Caesar Wong shares 5 top tips for hosting a great gaming or LAN party. Find out the secrets of happy geekdom – a must if you’re a gamer yourself, or the partner or parent of a gaming enthusiast.

Happy Valentine’s Day! In honour of the romance of the season, we’re sharing Donna Hay’s strawberry and macaron trifle recipe to end your evening on a sweet note. Plus we also have two macaron recipes by renowned macaron-masters: Jose Marechal and Adriano Zumbo. It’s time to get your sweet-tooth on!

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it’s time to share some tips for preparing a romantic evening with someone special. Whether it’s your first time cooking for a potential partner, or the first time in ages you’ve had your partner to yourself, get ready for romance with these great ideas.

Whether you love or hate Valentine’s Day, it’s coming and won’t be ignored. So why fight another excuse to party? Get some food and drinks together, light a few candles and throw some romantic karma in the air by hosting a party for your single friends.

GUEST POST BY LEE WELCH: There’s no better proof of our cultural diversity in Australia than the dinner table. Gathering friends and family from a variety of backgrounds is a wonderful experience, but one that can be fraught with potential trip-ups if we’re not careful. Gastronomist and writer Lee Welch provides tips for catering for different cultures at the same table with ease.

Want to tell someone you love them through food? Or wish your friends long life and prosperity? Historically and culturally, there is significance attached to certain foods, and in today’s post, you can learn how to add meaning to your dinner table.

Putting together the look for your Chinese New Year celebration is as easy as visiting your local Chinese grocery store or local discount store which, let’s face it, is probably owned by Chinese people. They should have a great range of decorations at this time of year, and we’ll show you what to look for and what you can make yourself.