Walnut Tart
Long before glossy patisserie windows made fruit tarts and éclairs the stars of the show, the humble nut-based tart held its own at farmhouse tables...
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Xiao long bao
Steaming delicacies have a special way of drawing people in, and few dishes are as enchanting as Xiao Long Bao. For those not familiar with...
Beef Tacos
Beef tacos have a way of stealing the spotlight at any table. There’s something irresistible about the contrast of soft, warmed tortillas wrapped around perfectly...
Egg Prawn Rice Bowl
Some dishes win you over before you even take a bite, and the Egg Prawn Rice Bowl is one of those quiet showstoppers. A mound...
Aubergine Bolognaise
If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen wondering how to give a classic dish a little something extra without scaring off the family, let me...
Breaded Whitebait
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Grilled Halloumi
Some dishes win you over not with drama, but with quiet confidence and flavour that speaks for itself. There’s something wonderfully satisfying about cooking a...
Parmesan Carpaccio
There’s something truly special about a dish that looks refined yet feels effortless to prepare — and that’s exactly what Parmesan Carpaccio is all about....
Salmorejo Soup
Some dishes don’t need bells and whistles to impress, and salmorejo soup is one of those quiet showstoppers. If you’ve ever wandered through the winding...
Oyster Pasta
Some dishes have a way of surprising you before you’ve even taken the first bite, and Oyster Pasta is one of them. There’s something rather...
My Minestrone Soup
There’s a special kind of joy in making a soup that feels like it was designed to rescue odds and ends from the kitchen, and...
Cheesy Nachos
Some dishes don’t wait for an occasion—they create one the moment you set them down. There’s something deeply comforting about the kind of food that...
Fruit Meringue
Those little crisp shells with their marshmallow-soft centres look deceptively simple, but they bring so much joy to any dessert table. When you pair them...
Dijon Chicken
A dish that fills the house with the kind of aroma that makes everyone drift into the kitchen before you’ve even called them to dinner...
Pate Salad
Let me introduce you to what I now proudly call Pate Salad— a name that sounds both slightly absurd and unexpectedly elegant, which feels just...
Carrot and Ginger Soup
Sometimes the simplest ingredients make the most comforting bowls, don’t they? Take carrots, for example. Humble little roots that sit quietly in the veg drawer,...
Bacon and Egg Benedict
Some breakfasts are quick and forgettable, but others arrive at the table with a quiet sort of charm that makes you slow down and savour...
Steamed Clams
Few dishes capture the spirit of the seaside quite like a bowl full of steamed clams. The kind of meal that feels both rustic and...
Dessert Brownies
If you take that beloved Brownie classic and elevate it into a proper dessert, and you’ve arrived at what I like to call Dessert Brownies—the...
Slow Braised Beef
Few dishes evoke warmth and satisfaction quite like a slow-cooked beef supper. Slow Braised Beef is a perfect example of food that asks nothing more...
Medallions with Asparagus
There’s something undeniably comforting about a dish that looks elegant but feels like home on a plate. That’s exactly the charm of what I like...
Nutty Salmon Stacks
Nutty Salmon Stacks is one of those dishes that makes you feel like you’ve treated yourself to something fancy, yet it’s wonderfully homely and comforting...
Wholemeal Bloomer
There’s something deeply satisfying about pulling a freshly baked Wholemeal Bloomer loaf from the oven. The golden-brown crust, the rustic shape, and that familiar nutty...
Garden Medley
There’s something incredibly satisfying about taking a few humble vegetables, chopping them into bite-sized pieces, and watching them transform into a dish that feels both...
Salmon and Shrimp Delight
There’s something incredibly satisfying about a meal that feels both elegant and comforting, and Salmon and Shrimp Delight is a perfect example. This dish brings...
Juicy Lamb Chops
Some dishes are destined to be showstoppers, not because they’re overly complicated, but because they bring together a perfect harmony of flavours and textures. Lamb...
Zingy Wings
If I’m hungry but not sure whether I fancy a meal or a snack then I go to my favourite chicken wings. But not just...
Marina Spaghetti
There are certain dishes that feel like they carry a whole story on the plate. For me, Marina Spaghetti is one of them. It’s not...
Cheese Tarts: Flaky Pastry, Gooey Cheese and Pure Comfort
Cheese Tarts – golden, flaky, and irresistibly savoury – are one of those little bakes that seem deceptively simple but manage to win over anyone...
Berlin Bites
If there’s one dish that captures the soul of German street food, it has to be Berlin Bites. You might know it by its more...
Shrimp Penne
A plate of hot pasta is a wonderful thing. It’s warm, filling, and instantly satisfying. But when you add tender, succulent shrimp and a rich...
Chili Beef Steaks
A plate of chilli beef steaks is a dish that manages to strike a balance between hearty comfort food and vibrant, punchy flavours that wake...
Iced Cinnamon Rolls
There are certain baked treats that simply feel like home, and iced cinnamon rolls sit proudly at the top of that list. The very thought...
Ham and Cheese Peppers
Ham and Cheese Peppers is a dish that manages to be both comforting and a little bit elegant is so good especially when it looks...
Fried Cheese Curds Variations
Fried cheese curds are already a treat on their own—crispy outside, gooey inside, and gone in seconds if you’re not careful! But if you’re the...
Plum Streusel
Ah, Plum Streusel – just saying the name makes you imagine the sweet aroma of a kitchen filled with ripe fruit, warm spices, and a...
Cheesy Pork Belly French Stick
There’s something magical about the way simple ingredients can come together to create a meal that feels indulgent, comforting, and downright irresistible. The Cheesy Pork...
Fried Cheese Curds
There’s something magical about cheese. It has a way of turning any ordinary moment into a small celebration, whether it’s melted on toast, sprinkled over...
Chocolate Eclairs
There are some desserts that never lose their charm, no matter how many times you make them. For me, chocolate eclairs are one of those...