Chickpea Panzanella with Fried Courgettes? A perfect summer salad meal! Tuscan Bread Salad (Panzanella) is exactly the kind of food I crave when the weather suddenly feels like full-on summer, even though it’s technically still spring! When it’s 30+°C outside, I want two things: fresh, light food and easy recipes. Nobody wants to stand over a hot stove for hours in that kind of heat. And that’s where this beautiful Italian classic comes in. This Tuscan Bread Salad, also known as Panzanella, is all about simple ingredients done well: juicy tomatoes, crusty bread, olive oil, fresh herbs, and lots of…
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Continue ReadingThis 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…
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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 Indonesian chicken soup is my ultimate comfort food. It might take a bit of time, but it’s a labour of love—and trust me, totally worth every minute. I’ve made it before with homemade chicken stock I had tucked away in the freezer, but this version is built from scratch,…
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Continue ReadingThis Smoky Prawn & Potato Stew is packed with the warm, sunny flavours of summer, even if it’s still freezing outside. One spoonful of this comforting bowl of goodness, and you’ll forget all about the chilly weather! At the heart of the dish are waxy potatoes, slowly cooked in a…
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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,…