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Tuckabox

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8355 5000

Address: Nevis St West Beach 5024 Adelaide, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.tuckabox.com.au

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25.01.2022 They do some cool food and wine things in the South-East of South Australia but as is typical of our home state it pays to have a bit of local knowledge to discover the best places. Check out this little gem in the tiny town of Coonawarra in the heart of cool climate wine country. Theres a 400c wood oven kicking out pizzas like this pork fennel capsicum number perfect to wash down with a couple of glasses of the local Cabernet #tuckabox

25.01.2022 Mortadella carrot purée basil tomato from the wood oven. One of the coolest pizzas we’ve had in a while at this little off beat gem #tuckabox

25.01.2022 Tom Perry is a thinking man. He puts one and one together and has achieved a new genre. May we present the Garlic Bread Hot Dog. Genius (Image @ratemyplategroup) #tuckabox

24.01.2022 RECIPE Fennel amaranth cauliflower braise 1/4 fennel bulb small dice 1/4 cauliflower thinly sliced ... Thumb size knob ginger grated 1 garlic grated 2/3cup amaranth washed 1tsp cumin seeds toasted & ground 1/2tsp coriander seeds toasted & ground 1tsp chilli flakes 1/2tsp Tasman Sea Salt Juice of half a lemon 2cups chicken stock 2/3cup frozen peas 1tbsp butter & olive oil 2 spring onion green part only sliced Fresh coriander Sauté fennel in butter and olive oil to soften a little add cauliflower goner and garlic cook stirring 2min add the spices stir thru then add the stock and amaranth bring to boil reduce heat cover simmer 15min remove lid add lemon juice peas and spring onion stir thru turn up heat cook uncovered 3min to reduce to a sauce like consistency (about 10% moisture) add the fresh coriander and serve. Serves 2-4 #tuckabox

24.01.2022 RECIPE Fried crocodile tail pickled karkalla freekeh lotus chips & coriander mayo Crocodile tail is a great cut because its all meat. Treat this cut similar to squid. Slice 3 portions (about 150g each) thinly along with the grain into strips & lightly panko crumb (wholemeal flour~egg~panko). For the pickle mix 1cup each red wine vinegar & water add 2tbsp caster sugar pinch salt juice of half a lemon a fine chopped garlic a small knob chopped ginger a sliced jalapeño 2tsp ch...illi flakes a good handful picked karkalla stir well allow to steep at least 1hr. Bring 1cup cracked grain Greenwheat Freekeh to boil in 3cups salted water & 2tsp turmeric cover simmer 10min drain transfer to mixing bowl add the drained pickle (discard liquid or use for another pickle) add a handful baby leaves fold thru. For the mayo we processed a bunch fresh coriander 1tbsp olive oil juice half a lemon pinch salt then added 1/2cup kewpie mayo & processed just enough to combine. For the lotus chips very thinly slice or mandolin a peeled lotus root bring sunflower oil to 180c cook in batches to a light golden colour drain on paper towels. Skim the oil then fry the crocodile in batches for about 1min each. Drain on towel then serve immediately with the mayo drizzled over. Serving for 2-4 #tuckabox See more

24.01.2022 In all its macabre glory. Dry ageing Australian full blood wagyu tbones finishing off the flavours to a beefy intensity. At wholesale around $125/kg before ageing theres some very fancy steaks sitting there. #tuckabox

23.01.2022 RECIPE Berbere camel broccoli curry The cut of camel will determine the cooking time here. We used 2 camel ribeyes which are about 15-20% fat content, cut from the bone into a 2cm dice. Dust these lightly with flour then browned off over high heat in a heavy based pan and set aside. Turn pan down to medium allow heat to dissipate before progressing. Add 2tbsp butter to pan with an onion cut into small dice. Cook stirring until onion begins to golden (not brown) 5-6mins gent...ly releasing its sweetness then add a finely chopped garlic and ginger the same size with 2 generous tablespoons of Berbere spice mix cook 1min to combine add a can of tomatoes & a can of full cream coconut milk bring to a gentle boil simmer 15min to fully meld then add the camel cover simmer over lowest heat for 1hr stirring occasionally so it doesnt stick to the bottom. Add a head broccoli cut into halved florets and cook another 5mins. Serve toasted almonds and pepitas with fresh coriander a lemon wedge and a side of rice. In South Australia you can buy camel at Something Wild at the Adelaide Central Market Serves 2 #tuckabox See more

23.01.2022 What is it? Incorrect answers encouraged #tuckabox

23.01.2022 RECIPE Porterhouse schnitty lemon fennel crumb oregano sugo 2 porterhouse steaks about 250g each... For the crumb combine 2tbsp fennel seeds toasted and ground 2tbsp Italian seasoning mix 1tsp Tasman Sea Salt 1tbsp whole black pepper corns ground Zest of a fresh lemon 2cups panko crumbs 2cups plain flour seasoned with Tasman Sea Salt and pepper 2 eggs lightly beaten For the sugo Half an onion finely chopped 2 garlic chopped 2tbsp tomato paste 1cup chicken stock 2cups/500ml passata Half bunch picked fresh oregano Tasman Sea Salt and pepper Grated Parmesan to serve Pound out 2 porterhouse steaks to about 3cm remove any fat trimmings . Dust with flour then egg wash then crumb. Sauté the onion in olive oil to soften add the garlic then add tomato paste cook medium heat to colour then add the stock and passata bring to gentle boil stirring for 10min to reduce and thicken add half the oregano salt and pepper. Deep fry schnitzels in 160c canola oil for about 5min turning once. Serve the schnitty with the sugo add remaining fresh oregano and grated Parmesan. We served with steamed baby potatoes and asparagus. Serves 2 #tuckabox

23.01.2022 Lamb chilli maccheroni. Great cooking. Could eat this 3 times a week and it still bring a smile #tuckabox

22.01.2022 Ricotta gnocchi nettle sauce #tuckabox

22.01.2022 Josh Niland is making these smoked glazed kingfish hams on the bone and you can buy one soon on his Fish Butchery website but you’ll want to be quick (image @mrniland) #tuckabox

22.01.2022 INDUSTRY Depending on your perspective this is either the peak of West End's powers, or where it all began to unravel. Circa 1991, West End was the darling of the South Australian beer scene. Beer was very much the flavour of a weekend for men of all ages and the beer 'culture' was considered quintessentially Australian. West End began to diversify its product portfolio away from tap beers like Draught and embrace the bottled beer trend which opened up new customers for them...Continue reading

22.01.2022 If youre looking for the best old school fish and chips at Victor Harbor check out JF&C just off the main square. Their fish is light golden with crispy batter and the chips are perfect #tuckabox

22.01.2022 That classic with a modern take. Duck crepes hoisin etc or course one of the classic Peking duck ensemble #tuckabox

21.01.2022 Braised glazed wood smoked lamb belly leek cumin. Shobosho showing once again why we must book and go eat there (Image Shbsho) #tuckabox

21.01.2022 Hot off the ChinChin fly in degustation. Full marks for pivoting to keep the kitchen busy. More on this soon #tuckabox

21.01.2022 Every now and then you come across a real banger. These handmade cheeseburger dumplings are one. Really clever Big Mac-esque sauce. We’re calling this the best cafe meal of 2020 to date #tuckabox

21.01.2022 Beef parmi San Jose prosciutto burrata nice diner-pub style meal at this beautiful Art Deco restaurant in the Adelaide Railway Station #tuckabox

20.01.2022 INSPO Barbecue peach and fennel salad 3 ripe but firm peaches cut into quarters 1 small fennel bulb cut into 1cm wide steaks... 1 jalapeño sliced 2 garlic cloves (soft centre pushed out into salad mix) 4-5 broccolini halved lengthwise and blanched Handful fresh oregano leaves Extra virgin olive oil Tasman Sea Salt Optional: handful toasted almonds chopped Barbecue the peach and fennel over open grill to get some nice char marks and caramelisation. Roast the garlic on the plate. Add blanched broccolini and chilli with a couple of minutes to go. Mix together with the squeezed out garlic a drizzle of good oil and pinch of salt toss. Serve with fresh oregano and a few fennel fronds. Optional add toasted almonds #tuckabox

20.01.2022 RECIPE Sweet potato cranberry orange & honey freekeh 10min cook. First the dressing 3tbsp olive oil 2tbsp red wine vinegar 60ml orange juice pinch salt whisk to emulsify add 60g dried cranberries allow to steep in benchtop until cranberries soften at least 15min.... Bring 1cup cracked grain freekeh to boil in 3cups vegetable/chicken stock with 1tsp cumin when it reaches boil add 1/2 a sweet potato 2cm diced cover simmer 10min drain thru sieve transfer to mixing bowl add dressing with 1/2 a red onion finely chopped 1/2bag (50g) roughly chopped baby spinach 60g cheddar cheese 1cm diced toss together drizzle with 2tsp honey serves 4 #tuckabox See more

20.01.2022 Tuckers Natural tastings this week are in Adelaides north-east. Friday its North Adelaide Foodland 2-5pm then Saturday from 10-1pm at Drakes Clovercrest and 2-5pm at Drakes Collinswood #tuckabox #tuckersnatural

20.01.2022 Happy Friday where are you eating this weekend? #tuckabox

19.01.2022 Pork and veal tagliatelle with bone marrow. Oggi has the perfect balance of comfort and wow #tuckabox

19.01.2022 Amy May is a bit different in the Instagram world- yes she’s living her best life but she’s lost 25kg and is a mental health advocate who posts about great casual food especially her beloved Italian food and doesn’t take herself too seriously. Anyway enough about her, here’s a quattro formaggio with truffles for some Tuesday fitspo (@amayzingeats) #tuckabox

17.01.2022 Bagels take 2. After the first episode yesterday where our curly coated retriever thieved the bagel lunch. Today the dog is not getting a millimetre on these @bagelboysadl beauties. Off for a little picnic somewhere south #tuckabox #almostsummer #bagelboysadl #itsnotabagelwithoutcreamcheese

16.01.2022 Happy Sunday from the omelette station #tuckabox

16.01.2022 Whipped ricotta honey gnoccho fritto anchovy finger blue swimmer crab finger cool snacks to start at Nido #tuckabox

16.01.2022 Good s&p at the kiosk especially on a sunny spring afternoon #tuckabox

15.01.2022 A word about cheese. Buying cheese from the deli or specialty cheese shop is the best way to go. That said you want to buy something cut from the wheel within a day or two as cheese once cut deteriorates very quickly. So you want somewhere that the stock turns over. Armed with that knowledge go for a very ripe cheese. A ripe cheese feels soft and often has bulged a little at the sides as in the piece in our pic. See also the colour is consistent thru the side profile there’s ...no chalk-like line in the middle. The chalk line is a sign the cheese isn’t yet ripe. By ripe I mean at or almost on its best before date. The opposite applies to most foods- the best before date is actually the best date to eat it. All the flavours are fully developed and the subtleties the cheesemaker intended are evident. Eat it before then you’re missing all of that which makes it special and unique. Cheese needs to be stored cold but must (must!) be served at room temperature. Same deal about the flavours applies. They’re just not there at 4c but at 18-20c it’s a different story. I’m not huge on 3 cheese platters but if you must please serve one knife per cheese. It’s better and easier as a host to choose one stonker of a cheese and build a small plate around it so it all makes sense. A cheese a pickle or dried fruit and some nice crackers or bread is perfect. Lastly don’t throw out the leftovers. Wrap up in cling film individually and save for pasta, salad or just another session. It will rebound in the fridge over an hour or so. #tuckabox See more

15.01.2022 Garlic butter abalone cooked over the fire on Satellite Island by Analiese Gregory (Image @analiesegregory) #tuckabox

15.01.2022 The real heroes of family business are often unseen. Thanks to my family for their unwavering support and commitment. When you could be doing other much more enjoyable things youve always been there for me. Youve chosen to be. For us #Tuckabox #familybusiness #thelongroad #allinthistogether

15.01.2022 Pea agnolotti charred broad beans and pecorino a beautiful Tasmanian spring plate (image templo) #tuckabox

14.01.2022 Steak sandwich at the very funky Drift at Robe #tuckabox

14.01.2022 Frewville Foodland has Upflow Non Alcoholic Beer in the chiller ready to go! Grab a couple for after work or sport, or just because its the best tasting non alcoholic beer in the world #tuckabox #upflowbrewing #adelaidesfinestsupermarkets #nonalcoholicbeverages #noalcohol #alcoholfree #mindfuldrinking #beyourbest #zeroalcohol #nonalcoholiccraftbeer #craftbeer #beerlovers #foodland #worldbestsupermarket

14.01.2022 Bangin dumpling lunch at Adelaide Chinatown #tuckabox

14.01.2022 RECIPE Ocean trout tortillas Simple food perfect for casual eats or entertaining. You can make the tartare if you like but a really good bought one will do the job fine ... 1 carrot grated 4 spring onion cut very fine lengthwise 1/2bunch fresh coriander picked 1cup loosely packed baby spinach 1 tomato seeds scooped out flesh cut into matchsticks 1 long green chilli cut fine lengthwise 1 jar best quality tartare sauce 12 small flour tortillas 3 skin on fillets ocean trout (about 400g) cut into 3cm wide strips Wrap tortillas in foil place into 120c oven for 10mins. Panfry fish skin side down in olive oil 5min then turn over for 1min to give you crispy skin with the flesh cooked medium rare. Place warm tortillas out add a teaspoon tartare sauce to centre line then arrange leaves and vegetables top with ocean trout portion fold over to serve. Remember they are tortillas not fish yiros so dont overfill! Makes 12. 2-3 per person for casual eats is about right. #tuckabox

13.01.2022 Etch Sparkling is on its way to Alice Springs! Lhere Artepe Supermarkets Eastside IGA is the place to go for a refreshing no added sugar Etch. Stock in store next week #tuckabox #etchsparkling #iga #lhereartepesupermarkets #alicesprings #nonalcoholic #redcentre #desertlife

13.01.2022 We’re proud to announce a new drinks range for Tuckabox with Southern Ocean Soda. Inspired by the wild beauty and rugged coastline of Tasmania these drinks are made from all natural ingredients with native Australian flavours and very low sugar. Smoked Cola Dry Cola Lemon Lime Pepperberry Leatherwood Honey & Salt offers a unique range of flavours to enjoy chilled straight or as mixers. Another great adult beverage range to add to Upflow Beer and Etch Sparkling we have so...mething for all tastes and occasions. Stockist Enquiries [email protected] (08) 83555000 #tuckabox #southernoceansoda See more

13.01.2022 These swim bladders are most commonly used in Asian cooking, but were looking to do something more contemporary with them. Any suggestions greatly appreciated! #tuckabox

13.01.2022 Duck eggs asparagus Tasmanian truffle on sourdough #tuckabox

12.01.2022 Adelaide tastings this weekend start in the Hills at Stirling Friday afternoon then Saturday morning at Seaside Semaphore moving down the peninsula to North Haven. Come see Reza have a taste! Look out for the big black Tuckers Tasting Table! #tuckabox #tuckersnatural #foodevent #instoretastings #cheeselover #drakes #romeos

12.01.2022 Grilled scallops with bottarga golden crumb and reggiano. If youre not from South Australia you might find it hard to believe this is served by the half dozen at the marble topped Ocean Catch Bar in a supermarket for $18 #tuckabox

11.01.2022 Yep were heading north! From this week youll be able to get a cold refreshing can of Upflow NA Beer in Alice Springs at Lhere Artepe Eastside IGA. Drop in for a couple of coldies when youre up that way! #tuckabox

09.01.2022 INSPO Steak & 63egg This open steak sandwich sits on panfried sourdough with slightly crispy chilli fried kale on top. The steak is cooked just medium rare well rested sliced across the grain so it eats easily.... The 63egg is sous vide in the shell at 63c for 55mins so the white is only just set & the centre very runny. This acts as a sauce for the steaks. The garnish with green chilli & toasted almonds gives bite & texture. #tuvkabox See more

09.01.2022 Ok we’re calling it- it’s almost Xmas. When these hit the shelf the countdown is definitely on. But I mean who doesn’t love this mix. It’s all Smyth’s do. They spend all year making this just for 9 hectic weeks of sales #tuckabox

09.01.2022 You take some brisket on a lettuce leaf you add some cauliflower pickle and some chilli sauce you roll it up you eat it. First course of the ChinChin fly in degus. Delicious #tuckabox

09.01.2022 Always a good debate #tuckabox

09.01.2022 Right on Brighton fully loaded Upflow Beer again in store after a sell-out weekend #tuckabox

08.01.2022 A little tip on tomato paste. It doesn’t keep well. Especially the jars. The use-within 4 days factor has caught us out many times. So buy this one instead and store it like this in the fridge. You’ll get 4wks after opening this way #tuckabox

08.01.2022 Spezzatino #tuckabox

08.01.2022 Caffe Pana in New York takes our favourite go-to mid week pasta dish to a totally different place with this cacio e pepe ice cream. Broken down its Pecorino ice cream Sicilian olive oil black pepper crumb. Got us thinking about summer holidays (Image @cacioepeplove) #tuckabox

08.01.2022 The best spot on the Fleurieu this summer is definitely Thunderbird at Port Elliot. So slick sitting out on the deck with great local food and now you can enjoy a few cold beers without the worry of a hangover or the drive home. Upflow is now at Thunderbird! The worlds best tasting non alcoholic beer #tuckabox

08.01.2022 RECIPE Tomato & pomegranate oysters Combine 2 finely diced shallots 1 clove garlic 2 deseeded large tomatoes 5mm dice 3tbsp pomegranate seeds (about half a pomegranate) juice of a lemon 2tsp pomegranate molasses 150ml best quality extra virgin olive oil season & whisk together allow to steep in fridge at least an hour. Spoon onto freshly shucked oysters. Mixture will keep in fridge up to a week. Makes 24-36 #tuckabox

08.01.2022 Meet you at Atlas #tuckabox

07.01.2022 Is there a better combo than beer and schnitty? Beef schnitty with a rich red wine sauce olives cheese and a couple of Upflow IPAs perfect for a Sunday night in #tuckabox

07.01.2022 Caserese braised greens garlic anchovies chilli pangritata at Max & Laura Sharrads busy Adelaide restaurant #tuckabox

07.01.2022 Full flavoured craft beers with half the calories of soft drink and only 0.5%. UpFlow is the Australian craft brewery leading the way with taste the best tasting non alcoholic beer in the world #tuckabox

07.01.2022 Schinellas at Prospect this Saturday 10am-1pm we have Tuckers Natural tastings come along pick up some crackers a nice cheese and some veggies to set yourself up for the start of the school holidays! #tuckabox #tuckersnatural #foodevent #prospect #tastings

05.01.2022 Where are you going now? One thing with Upflow Beer is the answer is anywhere!. Jump in the 4WD this minute and go to that B&B in the magazine. Put the dog in the back seat and head off to that remote beach. Take the boat out with your family... You get the drift. When you have a few Upflows there’s none of the downside of alcohol that stop you moving around. Grab your keys and a six pack of Upflow and go! #tuckabox

05.01.2022 Its all about being your best today and tomorrow. And the WORLDS best tasting non alcoholic beer. Looking for Upflow in the south? Brighton Foodland has the full range on shelf but look youll have to be quick its half sold out already! #tuckabox #upflowbrewing #nonalcoholicbeer #mindfuldrinking #healthychoices #lifestyledrink

05.01.2022 The LAST one! The last red West End truck delivering kegs at The Lighthouse in the Port. I stopped and chatted to the driver, he remembers those halcyon days when I worked there nearly 30yrs ago now when West End reigned and the brewery owned 100+ pubs. Things have changed so much: Im now selling zero alcohol beer! ! - BT #tuckabox

04.01.2022 We are tasting Etch Sparkling Friday 11-2 at Saints (Salisbury Plains) & Saturday 11-2 at Henley Square Foodland Come along have a taste and choose your favourite! #tuckabox

04.01.2022 RECIPE Spicy Swordfish curry Spice mix 1tsp fenugreek ... 1tsp cumin seeds 1 star anise Toast then grind in mortar and pestle with 1/2tsp ginger powder 1/2tsp coriander powder 1/2tsp cayenne pepper 1tsp Tasman Sea Salt 2 fillets swordfish trimmed skin removed seasoned with Tasman Sea Salt 1/2 baby fennel fine diced 1 garlic chopped 1 green chilli sliced seeds included 2 tomatoes peeled/skin removed chopped 2cups chicken stock 200ml coconut cream Panfry the fish in 2tbsp butter nape the foaming butter over the fish to give a nice even golden colour, cook to 3/4 done remove carefully set aside. Turn heat down to low. Add the fennel to the buttery pan cook gently 3mins add the garlic and chilli stir thru to soften add the spice mix and chopped tomatoes stir in cook a couple of minutes so tomatoes begin to break down then add the stock bring to boil reduce heat cover simmer 20min. Remove lid add the coconut cream stir thru return to low boil slide in the fish (so not fully immerse you want one side to remain golden) cover for 3min to warm thru. Slide out fish again carefully set aside, serve curry with rice and steamed greens then slide the fish onto the plate. Serves 2 #tuckabox

04.01.2022 Pad Thai is a good test of an Asian kitchen and these guys do an excellent job as they do with everything here #tuckabox

04.01.2022 Throwback to 2015 and Burger Theory number 1 with truck sauce and period hair #tuckabox

03.01.2022 Wouldn’t you like to be here today? Pacific Palms NSW our newest Foodworks customer is the best place to pick up some Sunripe Snack Sacks and head to the beach or pool (or school if you’re lucky enough to live here!) #tuckabox

03.01.2022 Albumin. The white protein you see on salmon and other fatty fish as it cooks. It’s nothing to worry about in fact it’s a good sign. When your fish is just about perfectly cooked you’ll get it and for that medium rare finish that’s the ideal time to haul it off the heat for a rest. You can avoid the albumin by either brining the fish briefly before cooking or cooking it very slowly. But there’s no reason to. Embrace the albumin! #tuckabox

02.01.2022 Shout out to our Alice Springs foodie friends. This laneway cafe is a surprise for new visitors. We always find something new in Alice things are always changing. One of our favourite places in Australia #tuckabox

02.01.2022 Road trip! The funky must stop-at Henry & Rose Cafe at Keith has real contemporary food made with love. About 250km from Adelaide it’s the perfect stop off for brunch or lunch enroute from Adelaide to the South East or onto Melbourne #tuckabox

01.01.2022 Kangaroo dill beetroot blue cheese Stunning dish #tuckabox

01.01.2022 Its not completely finished yet but heres a look at our new website where youll find out a bit more about us and what we do #tuckabox http://tuckabox.com.au/