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Chris Searl

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We Went to Australia for Sun, Surf, and Ultrafresh Food (and Almost Didn't Come Back)

How does the team behind the coolest surf/skate/art/music/travel magazine in Australia let loose? With one of Sydney’s best restaurants, for an epic day of sun, surf, and ultrafresh food in the land of Oz.
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Snapper Sashimi with Seaweed and Fennel

The type of fish you use is less important than its quality. Black bass, striped bass, and fluke all translate well; ask your fish guy for what’s freshest.
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Potato Salad with Grilled Kale

When you swap mayo for a tangy vinaigrette and add charred greens, magic happens.
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Oysters with Finger Lime and Ginger Mignonette

In place of vinegar, finger limes give this mignonette its zing (pulp from regular limes works just as well).
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Flank Steak Tartare with Carrot-Top Salsa Verde

Tartare should be served very cold and right after making. If needed, prep the ingredients ahead and chill them; assemble at the last minute.
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Shaved Zucchini Salad with Macadamia Nuts

Banish flashbacks of bland zucchini with this crunchy, cheesy, salty, citrusy salad.
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Roast Pork Shoulder with Star Anise and Soy Sauce

If you’re short on time or refrigerator space, you can preseason the pork for only one to two hours.
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Almond Tart with Stone Fruit and Lime Meringue

Yes, it’s a long recipe with several parts, but each step is easy enough, and it can all be made ahead.
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Seaside Cocktail

Secret ingredient: pickle juice. Its salty edge rounds out the Sherry.