Kitchen politics

MARK LATHAM and ALAN JONES share their favourite recipes in a new book

After meeting 2GB radio host Alan Jones on his TV series Jones & Co in 2016, Mark Latham and the shock-jock cottoned up quite the friendship over their love of food. Now the two have released their very own cookbook filled with their go-to recipes – including this Arrosto Misto – for which Mark is happy to take most of the credit! So what was it like collaborating on recipes with Alan? He’s only got one recipe in the book, his famous sultana scones. So in the culinary stakes, I’m carrying him down the length of the straight! Where does your own love of cooking come from, Mark? I retired from politics in 2005 and became the home parent in our family, raising our three children and supporting my wife’s career. Cooking the evening meal was a necessity, but I soon found it an interesting and creative thing to do.

What would we always find in your fridge?

Cheeses, fresh meat and plenty of vegetables.

What do you whip up at home if time is tight?

Tuna patties or some of the simple pastas in the cookbook. What’s the main message you want people to take away from

Conversations In The Kitchen?

My main message is that all dads can cook. It’s a great way to do something for your children, spark up conversations and spend some great time together. It has worked in my household, as I’m very close to my three kids. So come on dads, give using this cookbook a go. If I can do it, anyone can! Lastly, any plans for a cooking program with Alan in the future? I’m open to offers! WD