Woooowie this was a great little soup! If you’re after a comforting, flavour-packed soup that basically cooks itself—Malaysian Chicken Laksa is your answer. I made this for friends the other night when I had a busy day and not a lot of hands-on cooking time, and wow… it absolutely delivered. A spicy, rich coconut broth, tender shredded chicken, and all those fresh toppings? It’s the kind of meal that feels like a hug in a bowl. This is a slow cooker laksa recipe, which means minimal effort with maximum reward (but I also added the instructions for if you don’t…
Super Easy SAME-DAY Focaccia Muffins
Super easy, golden, fluffy, and ready the same day — these focaccia muffins are a…
The EASIEST Chickpea & Vegetable Tray Bake
This chickpea & vegetable tray bake is one of those recipes that proves simple really…
Creamy Mustard Onion Gravy
I know, I know—it’s still summer, we’re even in the middle of a heatwave. In…
Ricotta & Lemon Filo Pie with Courgette, Herbs & Crunchy Seeds
This Ricotta & Lemon Filo Pie with Courgette is everything you want from a light…
Salmon Crudo with a Green Miso & Coconut Sauce
FLAVOUR BOMB! This dish is such a great little appetizer: vibrant, green, fresh, umami, delicate,…
Ricotta & Lemon Filo Pie with Courgette Flowers
Courgette flowers are such a summery delight! While they’re fantastic battered and deep-fried, they don’t…
Pasta with Roasted Veggies & Mascarpone Sauce
Not in the mood for cooking but craving something comforting and packed with flavour? Then…
Leek Tarte Tatin with Feta, Honey & Mint
This Leek Tarte Tatin with Feta, Honey & Mint is a savoury showstopper that’s easier…
Fish Kofta’s with Sumac & Chilled Yoghurt
If there’s one thing you need to make this weekend, it’s these Palestinian Fish Koftas…
Creamy Butter Beans with Roasted Chicken and Courgette
Even in the sweltering heat of an Amsterdam summer, I couldn't resist turning on the…
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Continue ReadingWhat is it with aubergine that makes it turn into something so rich, soft, and luscious? This humble vegetable is like a sponge, soaking up all the flavours you pair it with, transforming into butter-soft goodness. In this dish, the aubergine is roasted until tender and then glazed with a…
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Continue ReadingFor the past few years, I’ve baked an apple pie for my father-in-law’s birthday based on his mother’s recipe—with a few of my own tweaks. Nothing beats the smell and taste of warm apple pie fresh from the oven, I mean… come on! Think buttery pastry, sweet apples, cinnamon, rum-soaked…
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Continue ReadingThis is one of those dishes that by just adjusting a few ingredients you can make it as seasonal as you want: Asparagus for spring, pumpkin for summer, mushrooms fro autumn and kale for winter, all of course served with crispy pancetta and crunch bread crumbs. I always have a…
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Continue ReadingWild Garlic and Lemon Risotto with Crispy Prosciutto di Parma is indulgent, tasty and relaxing to make. Risotto is my go-to dish when I have the time but want zero fuss. Just a glass of wine in one hand, a wooden spoon in the other, music playing in the background—no…
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Continue ReadingA perfect autumnal dessert (or lunch, in my case!). This Spiced Pear Galette is everything you want in a cosy, seasonal bake—flaky, buttery pastry, tender caramelised pears, and warm, fragrant spices. Best of all? It’s incredibly easy to make. Since I already had pie crust in my freezer, all I…
