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Editorial

There is nothing that is not to like about sunny Sally Lynch. She's professional, delightful and, heavens, can this dynamo cook. With her unfussy emphasis on local renderings of South-East Asian classics, the ex-Melbourne gal has built a steadfast following.

Back in January, Brisbane's keenest cooks were shocked to learn that Sally's home, kitchen and place of business had been claimed by the floods. And then, they were reassured when she towelled herself off and remade herself as a “pop up” chef. Spend a morning in the market as Sally demystifies palm sugar, fermented bean or lime leaves. Then, spend an early afternoon popping into a mate's house.

That the Lynch Lunch is currently prepared and served in a miscellany of Brisbane's river homes only serves Sally's casual chic. Her taste treks and cooking classes are easy, comfortable and amiably spontaneous.

And, amid the fun and friendly chatter, one actually picks up invaluable skills. Before a Lynch trek, I'd been swearing at my Banh Xeo, or Vietnamese rice pancakes, for years. With Lynch's help, and the assistance of a lemongrass infused cocktail, I was whisking, frying and stuffing like a H?i An housewife.

Lynch is plainly besotted by the exquisite produce on offer in Brisbane and will tale you to Inala, Sunnybank and the Valley in pursuit of the most pneumatic vegies or the very best fish.

This is an ideal way to spend a celebratory morning with friends; it's also an essential entrée to the lesser-known Asian markets of Brisbane.

SM King, April 2011

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