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 ReadingThese Chinese braised shiitake mushrooms with oyster sauce are an amazing side dish to any Chinese meal. The meaty texture and deep intense flavour of the shiitake mushrooms goes so well with this oyster and soy sauce bubbling sauce. Topped off with some chives and sesame seeds it’s also a…
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Continue ReadingSoft, gooey gruyère cheese sauce, silky Swiss chard (or snijbiet in Dutch), and crispy gnocchi—what a perfect seasonal veggie dish! This Swiss Chard & Gnocchi Gratin is rich, comforting, and incredibly versatile, making it an ideal way to use up whatever greens you have on hand. The beauty of this…
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Continue ReadingI love risotto—it’s one of those super versatile dishes that takes a bit of time but is incredibly easy and almost therapeutic to make. And the best part? You can use almost any vegetable in it, so why not kohlrabi? Over the past few weeks, I’ve harvested plenty of fresh…
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Continue ReadingKAPOW! This Nduja, White Bean & Tomato Stew is an absolute flavour explosion, and the best part? It’s ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect for a busy weeknight yet impressive enough to wow your guests. Served with some crusty bread to mop up all those rich, spicy juices, this dish…
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Continue ReadingSaucy Vegetable Stir Fry with Crispy Smoked Tofu – After a week of holidays, eating and drinking everything we want (and maybe even more), we were really looking forward to getting back on a healthier track. A vegetable stir fry is just that! For this dish, I used a mix…
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Continue ReadingRoasted Chicken Thighs with Spring Vegetables & Leek, Dill, Dijon Mustard and Lemon Sauce—a dish that’s all about big flavours and simple techniques. Think juicy, golden-brown chicken thighs, crispy skin, crunchy spring vegetables, and a fragrant, zesty sauce that brings everything together beautifully. This dish is a little bit indulgent,…
