Central Coast Home & Lifestyle Magazine Summer 2016

Lobster with Lime & Coriander Butter

Method: 1. To make the lime & coriander butter, place all the ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. 2. Lay a piece of baking paper on a chopping board and spoon butter mixture onto the centre. Use the paper to shape into a log, then roll up to enclose and twist the ends to seal. Chill until required, then unroll and gently cut into 1cm-thick slices. 3. Lay each lobster on its back on a chopping board and halve

Ingredients 4 x 500g cooked lobsters 2 tblsp extra virgin olive oil coriander sprigs to serve, lime wedges to serve, Lime & Coriander Butter 150g butter, room temperature, cubed 1/3 cup coriander leaves, chopped

lengthways with a large, sharp knife. Pat insides of lobsters with paper towel. 4.Preheat a barbecue grill or chargrill pan on high. Brush cut sides of lobster with oil. Season. Cook, cut-side down, for 1-2 mins or until lightly browned. Turn and top each lobster half with slices of butter mixture. Cook, shell-side down, for 1-2 mins or until heated through. Serve with coriander, lime wedges and extra butter, if desired. Serves 4-6

1/4 tsp ground paprika zest and juice of 1 lime 1 garlic clove, crushed

Ludo’s - The ultimate gourmet dining experience at home, work, on the run, in the great outdoors or at your next function

P roud to continue its French origin and reputation as the Central Coast’s premier patisserie, executive chef and owner of Ludo’s Gourmet Kitchen, Peter and his wife Rita have taken the business to the next level with their vision to deliver the ultimate sweet and savoury gourmet experiences for people living, working or holidaying here on the Coast. At Ludo’s we are driven by a passion for high quality food and shared experiences, every product is prepared on the premises for the ultimate gourmet experience, providing locals with the highest quality, freshest locally sourced seasonal produce available. In order to deliver our vision we now offer three distinctive services, Gourmet Patisserie, Gourmet at Home & Gourmet Pantry, handmade on our premises by our team of professional chefs and bakers direct to you. Our premises at Avoca Beach offers a relaxed outdoor space to enjoy something delicious and decadent from our unique range of Peaberry’s roast coffee or unwind with a delicious cup of Tea Drop tea with family, friends or colleagues. Enjoy our new scrumptious Pizza’s on a Friday and Saturday night on the deck with gorgeous views of the lake or take home. We can prepare your favourite treats or gourmet meals for you to take home or back to your office and we cater for parties and functions or any special occasions. Ludo’s Gourmet Kitchen Phone: 4382 1926 www.ludos.com.au

Photography by Peaberry’s Coffee

Food shots: Angelo Kehagias Photography

Specializing in restaurant quality cakes, pastries and desserts for any occasion. Gourmet Meals and Gourmet Pantry 8 Cape Three Points Road, Avoca Drive Phone: 4382 1926 www.ludos.com.au

Ludo's Gourmet Pantry caters to the home cook looking for a premium selection of spices, oils, sauces and condiments to spice up your pantry at home.

Ludo's Gourmet Patisserie continues the tradition of baking sweet and savoury cakes, pies, quiches and treats for which Ludo's has always been renowned.

Ludo's Gourmet Kitchen at Home was created in response to demand from busy Central Coast locals for fresh, wholesome ready- made meals to pick up on their way home.

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