Bananas! Over the festive season, I stumbled upon a fabulous looking dessert and I just had to try my own version. This is quick, easy, and perfect for everyone – whether you’re a dessert pro or just starting out. With only three main ingredients – banana, a sweet spread, and puff pastry (light or gluten-free options work too!), it’s a…
A sweet twist on winter veg! Twixmas, the cosy lull between Christmas and New Year is the perfect time to slow down and get creative in the kitchen. In the lead-up to Christmas in the UK, the supermarkets competed in vegetable price wars! I saw parsnips, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, carrots and even potatoes for £0.15 a bag, and also for…
Festive Fun. First of all, I’d like to wish you all a joyful and restful festive season – whatever that may look like for you. Whether you’re celebrating with loved ones, taking time to unwind away from home, or simply enjoying cosy moments in front of the tv, I hope this season brings you plenty of warmth, happiness, and a…
Chocolate Pine Cones! As the festive season gets into full swing, it’s impossible to avoid this year’s latest food trend: edible pine cones! These delightful creations are perfect for adding a touch of winter magic to your table, whether you’re hosting a seasonal buffet or simply looking for a creative snack. While not necessarily a recipe, these pine cones are…
Pumpkin! Another busy week for me but finally I am getting somewhere! I’m so organised this week, I managed to create not one but two new pumpkin recipes for you! Both recipes can be created with any type of pumpkin or squash. Choose your favourite colour – yellow, red, green, orange, white or something in between! I used a green…
Bread! Please tell me you’re watching The Great British Bake Off this series? #GBBO! Bread Week is so far my favourite week, and I was most definitely watching! I absolutely love all types of bread, and while I wasn’t too convinced about the ‘buns’ (I think I’d prefer to add my own fillings), that wreath stole the show! I’ll definitely…
Chickpeas! This week we’re going back to one of my favourite foods – the chickpea! Also known as garbanzo, gram, or chana, depending on where you’re from. Chickpeas come in two main colours – white (kabuli) and brown (desi) varieties. To make things confusing, the word ‘hummus’ in Arabic literally translates to ‘chickpeas’! If you’re asking for hummus in some…
Classic Street Snack. The last few weeks in the UK have been hot and sunny, reminding me not only of my younger days (yes, we used to have weather like that then) but also of the time I lived in Turkey. Whilst I did live there in all seasons, the summer seemed to stretch on for months, and you could…
Ice-Cream! The sun is shining, the skies are clear, and the UK is basking in the glorious warmth of summer. With the delightful weather comes another seasonal joy: the abundance of fresh, juicy strawberries. There’s something incredibly uplifting about these vibrant red berries that perfectly complement the sunny days. Whether you’re picking them yourself, buying them from a local market,…
