Sichuan Boiled Fish
If you love bold, spicy food, Sichuan Boiled Fish (Shuizhu Yu) is a dish you need to try. This classic from China’s Sichuan province is...
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Avocado and Boiled Egg Toast
Avocado and Boiled Egg Toast is a favourite brunch recipe of mine. Its quick to prepare and so incredibly tasty making it perfect for breakfast...
Louisiana Crayfish Boil
Louisiana Crayfish Boil is a delight I was first introduced to about 25 years ago on holiday in Southern America. Since then, it has been...
Oven Baked Tomatoes in Garlic and Oil
Oven Baked Tomatoes in Garlic and Oil is a simple recipe that packs the flavour punch. Used as a dip, side dish, sauce or as...
Broiled Pineapple Rings
Broiled Pineapple Rings are a superb dessert on their own or as a side dish to a bowl of ice cream. Either way, they are...
Foil Baked Fish
Foil Baked Fish is one of those dishes that every cook should have in the larder. Use a liquid such as fish stock, white wine...
Boiled Potatoes with Herbs
Boiled Potatoes with Herbs is a perfect side dish to many recipes. These tenderly cooked potatoes coated in butter and gentle herbs make these a...
Boiled Egg with Cheese Soldiers
Boiled Egg with Cheese Soldiers is one of those classic British breakfasts that never seems to go out of style. Many of us grew up...
Oysters Broiled in Garlic Butter
Oysters Broiled in Garlic Butter is a simple but delicious recipe for those who need an additional flavour to oysters. Once you have tried these...
Beef and Onion Pie
When the weather turns colder and the evenings begin to draw in a homemade Beef and Onion Pie is my go to dish. I love...
Macadamia Crusted Cod
Living on the coast means I am always looking for new ways to enjoy fresh seafood. There is something special about bringing home a lovely...
Beef and Black Bean Tacos
As someone who loves American food, I am always looking for dishes that bring bold flavours, colourful ingredients and plenty of satisfaction to the table....
Cajun Crayfish
A taste of Louisiana can begin with something as simple as a plate of Cajun Crayfish. Sweet, tender crayfish are combined with fragrant herbs and...
Egg and Shrimp Brunch
Some of my favourite dishes have come from combining ingredients that I would not normally think to serve together. As a home cook who loves...
Mushroom Soup
A delicious bowl of mushroom soup when you want a meal that feels both warming and satisfying is a perfect match. The rich aroma of...
Vegetable Samosas with Green Chutney Dip
I have to admit that samosas were one of those foods I always bought rather than attempted at home. They looked so neat and professional,...
Sticky Chicken Bites
When you cook a lot, it’s rather satisfying about discovering a dish that looks impressive but turns out to be surprisingly easy to prepare, cook...
Hot Tomato Tagliatelle
A delicious bowl of pasta, especially when it is coated in a rich tomato sauce with just enough chilli to make things interesting is a...
Honey Chicken Legs
There is something wonderfully satisfying about a tray of sticky, golden chicken legs coming to the table. Honey Chicken Legs are exactly the sort of...
Pork Tenderloin with a Red Wine Jus
I love serving meals that looks like it belongs in a smart restaurant. However, it does not always need complicated ingredients or hours of preparation....
Chicken and Pepperoni Fajitas
I have always enjoyed making fajitas at home because they are so easy to change. They are also one of those meals where I can...
Beef Biryani
A good Beef Biryani fills the kitchen with amazing aromas long before it reaches the table. I love recipes like this because they give me...
Cantonese Prawns
As a Cantonese cook, I love dishes that look beautiful, smell tempting and still allow the main ingredient to shine. These Cantonese Prawns are a...
Lasagne Lunch
Lasagne Lunch is one of those meals for me that is not complicated, it does not need a mountain of ingredients, and it certainly does...
Perfect Pineapple Rice
I first thought Perfect Pineapple Rice would be a fairly ordinary rice dish with a little fruit added for sweetness, but it turned out to...
Honey Danish
There are some cakes and pastries that simply demand your attention. Honey Danish is one of them. The moment these beautiful swirls emerge from the...
Chicken Liver with Onion Gravy
There are some meals that look rather humble but deliver an astonishing amount of flavour. Chicken Liver with Onion Gravy is one of those dishes....
Salmon Potato Sandwich
There is something wonderfully comforting about a good sandwich, but every now and then I like to take the idea somewhere completely different. This Salmon...
Prawn Ceviche
There is something wonderfully exciting about discovering a dish that feels completely different from the usual family favourites. Prawn Ceviche is one of those dishes...
BLT with Attitude
There are some meals that feel like they were made for a lazy family brunch. They fill the kitchen with wonderful smells, bring everyone to...