If 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 a mezze spread, these little fish parcels are both impressive and easy to make. The fish koftas are first pan-fried to create a golden crust, then finished off in the oven until just cooked through. Served warm on a bed of chilled yoghurt, they strike the most beautiful balance between…
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Continue ReadingWild Garlic – Fresh, Flavourful & Packed with Goodness. It’s that time of year again—wild garlic is growing in abundance! I absolutely love its oniony, garlicky flavour and that vibrant green colour that instantly brightens up any dish. This seasonal wild green is incredibly versatile—you can use it in soups,…
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Continue ReadingThis Artichoke Parmesan Dip is the one dish that EVERYONE asks for after just one bite. Seriously—make it once, and you’ll have people begging for the recipe. And who can blame them? It’s warm, rich, creamy, garlicky, cheesy, tangy, and deeply savoury, with toasted pine nuts for extra crunch and…
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Continue ReadingWe’re harvesting a lot of cabbage at the moment at @plukcsafruittuin, so I needed to find new ways to make the most of these amazing leaves. That’s where these Chinese Stuffed Cabbage Rolls come in! They’re incredibly versatile, comforting, and packed with flavour. For this version, I’ve filled the cabbage…
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Continue ReadingWhipped Feta with Black Pepper Served on Sesame Brittle—this appetiser is seriously addictive. When I served these finger food bites at a recent dinner party, people couldn’t stop raving about them. The combination of crunchy, sweet-salty sesame brittle and fluffy, tangy whipped feta with a hit of black pepper is…
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Continue ReadingSmoked Mackerel Rillette & Cucumber Dill Pickle on Mille Feuille is the ultimate make-ahead appetiser—perfect for the holidays, dinner parties, or any special gathering. It’s easy to prepare in advance, comes together in minutes, and is guaranteed to impress your guests. The rich, smoky mackerel rillette is packed with flavour,…
