Better Homes & Gardens: Nov 4

This week on Seven Better Homes & Gardens visitsa mango farm in Darwin, plus what makes a classic Queenslander home?

Joh – Pam’s Pantry
Pam Zielke is a suburban Santa. The 57-year-old has created a street pantry outside her Canberra residence to give old toys new homes. Pam is part of a community of Canberrans who generously devote time and energy to people in need via street pantries. Tonight, Joh finds Pam getting ready for a Christmas drive, which is always a busy time of year – last year she helped 44 children, 19 women, 10 men and one grandmother. But as Joh finds out at another nearby street pantry, these boxes of generosity aren’t just for kids – they help all sorts of people who require a little extra help.

Adam + Pete – Quintessential Queenslander
Adam and Pete visit a stunning property in Tallebudgera, QLD, to discover what makes a classic Queenslander home. Incorporating elements of a traditional Queenslander, this home is full of character and style. From the wrap-around veranda creating shade and ventilation to the large open-plan rooms, Adam and Pete will have a look at some of the amazing features this home has to offer and how they connect function and style.

Karen – Middle Eastern Pinch Pancakes With Pistachio Rose Cream & Raspberries
Pancakes are delicious, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be more delicious. Tonight, Karen’s going to show you a unique way of turning a plain little pancake into an exotic Middle Eastern treat. Filled with fragrant rose cream and topped with pistachio and syrup, these little winners will have your family talking about them for days.

Fast Ed – Mango Farm Walkaround
One of Ed’s favourite fruits is the mango, which might explain why he’s travelled to Darwin to get the jump on mango season! Where better to learn about this succulent, sundrenched fruit than at a mango farm, run by a family who’ve been farming for 20 years. Ed learns everything there is to know about this most summer of fruits and with 23 million mangoes produced each year, this family know what they’re talking about!

Fast Ed – One-Pot Chicken & Mango Curry With Mango-Mint Salsa
Mangoes of course are a sweet fruit perfect for summer breakfast and treats, but don’t discount the mango savoury dish. We probably all had a mango chicken dish as kids, so tonight Ed’s going to give it a modern update, basing it in an Indonesian or Thai style light curry. A mint-mango salsa is the perfect accompaniment with the sweetness counter-acting the heat of the curry. Ed’s updated mango chicken is the perfect reason to buy that extra mango this summer.

Fast Ed – What To Do With Soft Mangoes
It’s easy to get caught up and buy too many mangoes during summer. Don’t fear though, they won’t go to waste with Ed’s easy recipe for mango cordial. It’ll be a perfect refresher on those long hot days.

Graham – Tropical Garden ‘Taman Air’ Walkaround
Tonight, Graham heads to sunny Brisbane to visit the best Balinese-inspired garden in Australia, Taman Air. For most people a tropical paradise is a plane ride away but for this passionate gardener, it’s only a step out the back door and he’s living the dream! Designed and created over 20 years and fuelled with one man’s passion… Get ready for an inspirational tropical adventure packed full of tips and tricks in case you want to create your own tropical paradise.

Charlie – Times Are A Changing
With garden space at a premium on increasingly smaller blocks of land, an overgrown garden is just a waste of space. Through a little planning and some simple design, Charlie will transform this back garden into a space the whole family can enjoy. Recycling materials like old bricks and pavers helps keep the cost down, but the key is leaning into the garden’s strengths. In this case, a shady area that doesn’t get much sun dictates the types of plants that will thrive.

Juliet – Paper Party
To welcome guests to your next party, a fun and affordable option is to create your own pretty ornaments made from paper. Using just a few simple tools and tapping into your childhood cut and paste skills, this is a great way to get the party look on a budget.

Dr Harry – Working Out With Your Dog
With summer just around the corner now is the perfect time to get out and active with your dog. Dr Harry catches up with a team of personal trainers who run a program that combines a full PT workout for you and your pooch. Not only is the program more beneficial than just going for a walk around the block, but it helps build trust and the bond between you and your best friend.

James – Keeping Your Home Secure
The last few years have forced a lot of people to work from home and having extra security for yourself and your equipment provides a sense of comfort. James has some great tips and gadgets to beef up your security system that will help you assess the security weak points of your home and more importantly, show you how to fix them!

7pm Friday on Seven / 7TWO.