Sea Bass Ceviche with Mango & Koriander is one of those dishes that looks super impressive but is actually incredibly easy to make. Fresh, zesty, slightly sweet, and packed with bright flavours, it’s the perfect starter when you’ve got friends coming over for dinner. Best of all? You can prep most of it ahead of time, so there’s minimal fuss when everyone arrives. My sister-in-law came over for dinner recently and mentioned how much she loves koriander, so I wanted to make something where it really shines—not just sprinkled on top of a curry or soup. We also had a…
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Continue ReadingWoooowie 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.…
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Continue ReadingGordon Ramsay’s Shepherds Pie is what you need af the moment. It’s still winter and wet and rainy and grey, so give this a try! Cheesy mash, crispy crust, soft and creamy on the inside. And underneath? A minced lamb & vegetable sauce. Simple ingredients, amazing flavours! This pie is…
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Continue ReadingAyam Smoor – Indonesian Ketjap Chicken is comfort food at its best—tender chicken simmered in a rich, sweet soy sauce with warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. It’s the kind of dish that fills the kitchen with an irresistible aroma and gets even better the next day. Serve it…
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Continue ReadingJapanese Pickled Daikon—sweet, tangy, fiery, spicy, refreshing, and crunchy. This is a super easy recipe, takes just a few minutes to put together, and makes a fantastic accompaniment to loads of dishes. We eat them mixed through salads, on the side of a meal, or just as they are for…
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Continue ReadingWodka Lemon Vinaigrette—a simple salad dressing with a zesty kick! Sometimes, all you need is a handful of ingredients to turn a basic bowl of lettuce into something bold, bright, and utterly delicious. Vinaigrettes are one of the easiest ways to add big flavour to your dishes. This one is…