Panipuri Nibbles
If you’re after a dish that instantly sparks curiosity and excitement at the table, Panipuri Nibbles are hard to beat. The moment these delicate, golden...
Tag : Starter
As with all of our recipes, they are best served as part of a meal. We have a meal planner that helps you plan your weeks meals.
You choose a recipe, drag it to you chosen day and drop it into the meal area. This is divided into breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. You can add new meals if you wish such as High Tea, Lunch Boxes, Snacks etc. You just repeat the recipes until your diary is full as you wish. The section also produces a shopping list which you can print. This way you will have every ingredient you need. If you already have something, you can cross it through before printing.
Barbecued Wings
A big platter of Barbecued Wings placed in the middle of the table is one of the few things that makes my family go quiet....
Asian Shrimp Tempura
Asian Shrimp Tempura is one of those dishes that manages to feel both indulgent and surprisingly light. As a home cook, I’m always drawn to...
Bulgur Kofte
As a home cook, there are certain dishes that instantly transport you to another place, even if you’re standing in your own kitchen. Bulgur Kofte...
Cider Mussels
There are some dishes that feel like a small celebration the moment you set them down on the table, and Cider Mussels are very much...
Grilled Prawns
The moment prawns hit a hot grill is a lovely moment. The gentle sizzle, the aroma of garlic mingling with warm olive oil, and that...
Bolognaise Starter
There’s something endlessly charming about a dish that looks elegant but is secretly as simple and tasty as your favourite weekday supper. That’s exactly why...
Shrimp Tapas
I love cooking and serving tapas at home, especially when you can bring a bit of Spanish flair straight to your own kitchen. One of...
Peking Duck
Even before Peking Duck reaches the table, you can tell it’s not an ordinary dish. The gleaming, lacquered skin, roasted to a crisp golden perfection,...
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....
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...
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...
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...
Simple Mussels
A steaming bowl of simple mussels in a delicious broth is one of my favourite recipes. The shells clatter together as you dig in, the...
Tomato and Red Pepper Soup
A steaming bowl of soup has that homely quality, a way of wrapping you in comfort with every spoonful, and when it comes to soups...
Garlic Camembert
There are few pleasures in life quite as comforting as a Baked Garlic Camembert. It’s one of those dishes that feels effortlessly fancy yet couldn’t...
Shrimp Ceviche
A good shrimp ceviche is one of those dishes that feels as if it belongs to sunny afternoons, clinking glasses and good conversation with friends....
Tomato and Feta Bruschetta
Tomato and Feta Bruschetta is one of those little kitchen joys that never seems to go out of style. It’s fresh, colourful, full of flavour,...
Chicken Taquitos
If like my family, you enjoy finger food – then you will love these. A slight crunch, that easy hand-to-mouth action, and the excuse to...
Speedy Garlic Prawns
Let’s be honest — weekends are for relaxing, not slaving over the stove. But that doesn’t mean you can’t whip up something that feels a...
Mozzarella Salad
If you’re looking for a dish that’s as easy as it is impressive, let me introduce you to one of my all-time favourites: Mozzarella Salad....
Avocado Shrimp Salad
Some dishes just scream “fresh” before you’ve even picked up a fork. Avocado Shrimp Salad is one of those. It’s the sort of dish that...
Pork Nacho Appetizers
Let’s be honest—there’s something special about food that’s meant to be shared. And when it comes to easy-to-love appetisers that vanish in moments, nothing quite...
Vegetable Pakoras
There’s something utterly comforting about sitting down to a plate of warm, golden pakoras, especially when they’re homemade. These Vegetable Pakoras are a lovely, mildly...
Spicy Mussels
There’s something wonderfully indulgent about a big bowl of mussels, especially when they come bathed in a spicy, fragrant sauce. It’s one of those dishes...
Chicken and Vegetable Dumplings
What can I say about dumplings that hasn’t been said before. Maybe it’s their warm, pillowy texture, or the way steam escapes as you bite...
Pan Fried Chilli Shrimp
The sizzle of shrimp hitting a hot pan, releasing a fragrant burst of spice and garlic has to be one of my favourite sounds in...
Bruschetta Two Ways
Bruschetta is a simple yet delicious dish loved by many. Traditionally, it features toasted bread rubbed with garlic, drizzled with olive oil, and topped with...
Marinated Beef with Fresh Guacamole
My favourite Mexican recipe has to be Marinated Beef with Fresh Guacamole. The bold, smoky flavours of Carne Asada Fiesta, as I like to call...
Sweet Pepper Pancakes with Tomato Relish
There’s something wonderfully comforting about pancakes, but Sweet Pepper Pancakes with Tomato Relish take this beloved classic to a new level. A vibrant and savoury...
Ecuadorian Ceviche
Ecuadorian ceviche is a celebrated dish and a staple of Ecuadorian cuisine, enjoyed in bustling seaside markets, charming family homes, and high-end restaurants alike. What...
Yakitori Chicken
Yakitori chicken, a beloved Japanese dish, is more than just grilled chicken skewers; it is Japanese harmony of flavours, simplicity, and cultural tradition. The word...