Heat butter and oil in a pan and sauté onion and garlic until soft, but not coloured. Add scallops and brandy. Only sear. Cool. Place macadamia nuts and butter, cream cheese and scallop mixture with herbs in a food processor and blend to desired consistency. Chunky or smooth. Season to taste. Serve chilled. NB. This recipe makes 700g; 7 x 100g pottles.