This Leek Tarte Tatin with Feta, Honey & Mint is a savoury showstopper that’s easier to make than it looks. In this version, slow-cooked leeks are caramelised in a glossy mix of balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, then topped with crisp, flaky puff pastry and baked until golden. Once flipped, the leeks become beautifully soft and sweet, topped off with crumbled feta, torn mint, and a drizzle of honey for that perfect final flourish. It’s an ideal recipe for a brunch, lunch or vegetarian main, especially when paired with a simple salad like the balsamic-glazed beetroot salad I served…
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Continue ReadingIf there’s one thing you need to make this weekend, it’s these Palestinian Fish Koftas with Sumac & Chilled Yoghurt from the stunning cookbook Falastin. They’re fragrant, vibrant, and packed with herbs and spices, delivering an irresistibly fresh flavour in every bite. Perfect as a starter, snack, or part of…
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Continue ReadingEven in the sweltering heat of an Amsterdam summer, I couldn’t resist turning on the oven for this one—Creamy Lemon Butter Beans with Roasted Chicken and Courgette is worth every sweaty minute in the kitchen. The result? Crispy-skinned chicken thighs, garlicky roasted courgette, and a luxuriously smooth, lemony butter bean…
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Continue ReadingBaked Smokey Paprika Chicken in a Tomato & Red Pepper Stew is the kind of easy, hearty dish you’ll want on repeat—especially when comfort and flavour are both high on your list but time is short. This recipe is packed with garlicky goodness, sweet roasted red peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes,…
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Continue ReadingBack when I was a Soup Sister selling soups at markets and events – together with the ever lovely @nienke.vanderwal – this soup was on repeat quite often. Rain or shine, this bowl is comforting, warming, nutritious and most importantly super yummy. Oh, and easy to make! So in the…
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Continue ReadingThis easy weeknight pasta is packed with flavour and comes together in no time—perfect for when you want something cozy and satisfying without much effort. Using good quality store-bought pesto makes it quick and convenient, but feel free to use homemade pesto if you have some on hand. The combination…