Pecan Waffles
It’s the weekend and the smell of waffles cooking — that warm, toasty aroma that fills the kitchen and makes you feel like the day
Egg Drop Soup
There’s something wonderfully soothing about a bowl of Egg Drop Soup. It’s one of those dishes that feels like a hug from the inside out—simple,
Salami Pizza
There’s something wonderfully comforting about a homemade pizza. The aroma of freshly baked dough mingling with the scent of bubbling cheese and tomatoes is enough
Fried Meatballs
These small, savoury morsels have made their mark across countless cuisines, from Italian kitchens to Nordic dining tables. Yet there is something particularly satisfying about
Macadamia Bites
There’s something undeniably satisfying about a bite-sized treat that balances texture, flavour, and indulgence all in one mouthful. Macadamia Bites do just that — each
Shrimp Risotto
Shrimp Risotto is a meal that is both indulgent and comforting. This Italian classic celebrates the simple beauty of good ingredients, transformed through patience, care
Pork Knuckle
There are dishes that speak of patience, generosity, and old-world culinary tradition, and pork knuckle—also affectionately known as pork knee—is one of them. Slow cooked
Perfect Potato Wedges
A bowl of perfect potato wedges is a wonderful recipe. Golden, crisp on the outside and fluffy at the centre, they capture everything that makes
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
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
If you’ve ever wandered into a seaside café or a cosy British pub and spotted a bowl of tiny, golden fish whisking past on a
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