John's Kitchen

21/06/2026

Well, we went to Marlowe, Fish Lane in Brisbane today, it is part of the Rickshaw and Norté Group of restaurants on the Gold Coast and Brisbane.
One of the most disappointing meals we have had in a long, longtime especially as it is in the same company as the other two on the GC, which are stunning.
We were met by a very friendly helpful member of staff who showed us up stairs. We were early as meeting friends, so we went onto the balcony and sat at a large high table and ordered a couple glasses of wine.i then noticed all the dirty, sticky drink stains on the table, left untouched since the previous night and had to ask to waiter to clean up for us, which he did, but no apology mind you.
We then sat down at our table and the waiter, seriously not very efficient in any way, gave us menus but also said that a couple of the best dishes were off as sold out until Tuesday!
The waiter then went off and maybe forgot us as it was a while before he returned. He stated the Duck Pie was one of the specials, which I ordered, it was seriously awful, tasteless and not sure there was actually any duck involved. We ordered more wine but he forgot my partners Nebbiolo which we had to ask for. To be honest the food overall was just or below average, such a shame as we were really looking forward to the day. The acoustics are also bad as we had to, not shout, but chat very loudly.
To cap the day off, when the bill came they had charged us for three half bottles of the wine instead of 4 glasses, luckily I noticed which saved us $110.
Somebody in that group needs to do something, or close the venue as it is a bad partner to two other lovely restaurants.
Blind Freddy could run a better operation. I am in the business, so not talking without a little knowledge.

20/06/2026

This picture has nothing to do with want to say, but it was the first one I saw😂
The Budget!
So supposedly the smartest people in the Government have spent weeks/months working on the current budget!
They are all reasonably well off, typical bureaucrats, no knowledge of the real world/ Australian financial problems, they are all in a way mini Trumps. Zero knowledge or care of the world around them.
No wonder that One Nation is rising up like a whale on heat. You may not like her, I don’t, but she says what she thinks, very easy in opposition to do so, but when it is all about votes “Oh we can’t do that we will lose heaps of votes even though it is a good idea!)
Stand up Mr Prime minster,say something you actually believe in, f—- the votes! Stupidly enough you might gain votes,surprise surprise

16/06/2026

Thank you all so much, I am now sold out as of
1.15 today.
If you would like to receive my menu directly, via text, please
Text me on 0437930904
John

11/06/2026

JOHN’S KITCHEN
Restaurant-Quality Homemade Meals Delivered to Your Door
Freshly prepared each week by me
Every Tuesday, I send out my weekly menu by text message to my regular customers. Simply reply with your order, and I personally deliver your meals on Saturday between Main Beach and Paradise Point.
✔ Freshly cooked in small batches
✔ Generous 500g meals
✔ No mass production – just home-style cooking with premium ingredients
✔ Limited quantities available
Only 10 meals of each dish are prepared each week, and most sell out by Wednesday evening.

This Week’s Sample Menu
Rick Stein’s Cauliflower & Chickpea Curry – $19
A fragrant and comforting curry featuring cauliflower, chickpeas, spinach, ginger and coconut milk, delicately spiced and finished with almond meal.

Chilli Con Carne with Fresh Guacamole – $20
A rich, slow-cooked chilli made with beef, red capsicum, kidney beans, tomatoes and spices, served with creamy homemade guacamole.

Shepherd’s Pie with Fresh Gnocchi – $20
A hearty blend of beef and lamb mince slowly cooked with onions, carrot, celery, tomatoes, stock and a touch of red wine, topped with pillowy fresh gnocchi.

Gordon Ramsay’s Stunning Butter Chicken – $21
Tender chicken thighs simmered in a luxurious spiced sauce with yoghurt, butter, ginger and aromatic Indian spices, served with rice.
Guillaume’s Daube Avec l’Orange $23
Slow-Cooked Beef Cheek Ragu with Orange
Melt-in-the-mouth beef cheek slowly braised with bacon, fennel, leeks, mushrooms, orange zest and vegetables, served with silky carrot purée.

“Delicious meals without the cooking.”
• Freshly cooked every week
• Inspired by famous chefs and classic recipes
• Ideal for busy professionals, retirees and anyone who enjoys good food
• Convenient Saturday delivery
• Limited production ensures quality and freshness

Join My Weekly Menu List
To receive the menu each Tuesday and place your order, simply text:
John – 0437 930 904

12/05/2026

John’s Kitchen Menu
Saturday 16th May
Delivery between Main Beach & Paradise Point on Saturday morning.
Ephraim Island late afternoon delivery, as usual.
All meals are approx. 500g, freshly cooked by me on Thursday & Friday.
I prepare only 15 of each dish, and most items sell out by Wednesday evening.
To order, or enquiries, please text: 0437 930 904
Thank you

French Terrine with Pistachios & Cranberries — $8.50
Made with bacon, pork & chicken mince, garlic, thyme,
cognac, egg, pistachios, cranberries,
herbs & seasoning.

Ratatouille Pasta Bake — $19.00
With capsicum, onion, eggplant & zucchini,
passata, tomatoes, pasta,
herbs & seasoning.

Northern Thai Chicken Noodle Curry — $20.00
Chicken with red onion, fish sauce, sugar, red curry paste,
turmeric, coconut milk, noodles,
herbs & seasoning.

Slow-Cooked Duck Ragu with Pappardelle — $22.00
With duck, onion, celery, garlic, tomatoes & spices,
olives, pappardelle, pinot noir, parmesan,
herbs & seasoning.

Fresh Salmon Mornay — $22.00
With salmon, leek, zucchini & broccoli,
béchamel sauce, stock, white wine,
breadcrumbs, herbs & seasoning.

11/05/2026

I didn’t know McDonald’s was coming to Paradise Point, hope not😂

08/05/2026

05/05/2026

John’s Kitchen Menu
Saturday 9th May
Delivery between Main Beach & Paradise Point on Saturday morning.
Ephraim Island late afternoon delivery, as usual.
All meals are approx. 500g, freshly cooked by me on Thursday & Friday.
I prepare only 15 of each dish, and most items sell out by Wednesday evening.
To order, or enquiries, please text: 0437 930 904

Salmon Rillette $9.50
with fresh and smoked salmon,
dill, capers, horseradish, creme fresh,
cream, cayenne, lemon herbs & season

Chilli Con Carne $20.00
With guacamole
Beef, onion, garlic, red capsicum, tomato,
Passata, kidney beans, stock, guacamole, herbs
& seasoning.

Thai Inspired Coconut Curry
Chicken Meatballs $20.00
Chicken, lemongrass, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, ginger,
Fish sauce, red curry paste, coconut milk & cream,
Capsicum, herbs & seasoning

Jamie Oliver’s
Slow Cooked Beef Cheek Ragu $23.00
with Angus Beef Cheeks, mushrooms, potatoes, carrots,
celery, red wine, stock, onions, garlic, Passata,
herbs & seasoning
Slow Cooked Beef Stroganoff $22.00
Beef, mushrooms, garlic, Dijon, sour cream, stock,
Flour, Worcestershire sauce, pasta,
Herbs & seasoning

My Scrumptious Fish Pie GF $24.50
with salmon, snapper, prawns, leeks, peas, corn,
in a rich cheese sauce, topped with sweet potato mash

28/04/2026

John’s Kitchen Menu
Saturday 2nd May
Delivery between Main Beach & Paradise Point on Saturday morning.
Ephraim Island late afternoon.
All meals are approx. 500g, freshly cooked by me on Thursday & Friday.
I prepare only 15 of each dish, and most items sell out by Wednesday evening.
To order, or enquiries, please text: 0437 930 904

Delicious Green Goddess Hummus $8.50
tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, chickpeas,
parsley, tarragon, chives, garlic, herbs
& seasoning

Mushroom, Lentil & Tagliatelle Ragu $19.00
olive oil, garlic, onion, mushrooms, lentils,
wine, tomatoes, stock, herbs & seasoning.

Gordon Ramsays Stunning Butter Chicken $21.00
With, chicken thighs, red onion, garlic, zucchini, spinach, yoghurt,
rice, turmeric, cardamom, coriander, chilli powder,
cumin, garam masala, ginger, butter, herbs & seasoning

My Classic Lasagna $20.00
With beef & lamb mince, onion, garlic, carrot,
celery, passata, tomato, béchamel, pasta,
herbs & seasoning

Slow Cooked Lamb Shank
With Pumpkin & Eggplant $22.00
eggplant, pumpkin, lamb, red onion,
celery, garlic, tomatoes, broccolini,
stock, spices, herbs & seasoning.

Sri Lankan beef & Coconut Curry $21.00
beef, onion, garlic, coconut, potato, carrot, broccoli,
curry paste, ginger, stock, herbs & seasoning