Hi! My name is Saffron. I’m from Amsterdam, a freelance photographer, recipe developer, food stylist, culinary photographer and beekeeper on the weekends. I’m a passionate cook and lover of all things food. With this site I’d like to share my passion and knowledge and maybe even inspire you to go on an adventurous food journey as well.
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Continue ReadingLazy Ravioli with Kale Pesto – the perfect quick and easy dinner when you’ve got too much kale on hand! For weeks now, we’ve had kale coming out of our ears (harvested at the Pluk CSA, in Amsterdam west), so I needed new ways to use it up. I’ve made…
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Continue ReadingKale & Sticky Pork-Ginger Meatball Stir-Fry – a quick and flavour-packed weeknight dinner that’s guaranteed to become a favourite! These juicy pork meatballs are loaded with fresh ginger and garlic, then coated in a sweet, savoury, and sticky glaze that’s completely irresistible. Tossed with vibrant sautéed kale and served over…
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Continue ReadingRoasted Pumpkin with Kale Chips and Almonds – the ultimate autumn comfort dish! Ah yes, pumpkin season, I’ve been waiting for you! There’s something magical about roasting pumpkin—it caramelises beautifully, turning soft and sweet on the inside while developing a slightly charred, crispy skin on the outside. And here’s the…
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Continue ReadingA little take on the regular mash and kale which we make in the Netherlands (boerenkool stamppot), these little fritters are great for lunch with a simple salad or as a side to a soup. Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, they’re packed with flavour and…
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Continue ReadingRoasted Cabbage with Miso Peanut Sauce – I love roasting cabbage! Crispy and charred on the outside, soft and silky on the inside, but still with a satisfying bite. Roasting brings out its natural sweetness while giving it an irresistible smoky depth. And when paired with bold Asian flavours, it…
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Continue ReadingGochujang Miso Grilled Chicken Thighs must be my favourite way to cook chicken thighs—the meat has so much flavour and stays nice and juicy, whatever you do to it: stir fry, grill, roast, stew, it’s the best! Plus, it’s more affordable than chicken breasts. We always opt for organic chicken;…
