I’ve got a rich, nostalgic sticky toffee pudding for you today, just in time for the weekend. This is the kind of comforting bake that fills the kitchen with the warm scent of caramel… More
Custard pots with spiced fruit
This cosy dessert of silky vanilla custard topped with soft, stewed fruit and a buttery shortbread crumble is the stuff of dreams. The comforting combination of fruit and custard feels just a little bit elevated, but still simple enough to make at home. This is the kind of dessert my family loves when it’s just us at home for dinner. It works just as well when you’re entertaining guests.
Carrot and pineapple loaf cakes
I always seem to end up with bits and pieces that need using up – a few leftover carrots in the veggie drawer, a tin of pineapple in the pantry, and this recipe is the happy result of that! There’s also something about a loaf cake that feels so achievable, and I’m sure you’re going to love this recipe as much as we do.
Satay chicken tray bake
I absolutely love satay, and can’t believe I haven’t posted a recipe here yet! As we shift into a cooler season, this is an easy, comforting family meal that you can easily prepare during the week. (I’m laughing to myself as I happen to be typing this during an autumn heatwave, but we do anticipate cooler days very soon!)
Aubergine with tahini yoghurt and almonds
Every now and then I’ll pop some aubergine on the table at home. I love it, but so far I’ve been unable to get the rest of the family on board with this veggie. If it’s tucked into some moussaka I might just get away with it, but that’s as far as I’ve managed to get!
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10 minute Strawberry and burrata salad
Let’s keep things fresh, light and romantic this week with an easy but luxurious strawberry and burrata salad that’s perfect for a Valentine’s Day lunch or dreamy summer dinner starter. This vibrant, colourful salad is gorgeous to look at, just a little bit indulgent but requires minimal effort in the kitchen. (Also… cheese!)
Easy make-ahead breakfasts for back to school
Things are well and truly back in full swing and the December holidays feel like a distant memory. If you also feel like you’re lost in a blur of school emails, covering books, school runs and lunchboxes then let me take one thing off your plate (pardon the pun) with some delicious make-ahead breakfast ideas that you can grab during the morning rush.
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Chicken rotis with herb yoghurt
2026, let’s go! I hope you had a fabulous festive season, I must say that after another full year the break was much needed. School and work may have started up again, but summer is still going strong, so let’s kick things off with an easy dinner idea that’s ideal for hot days when you want something quick and tasty. This almost no-cook summer dinner takes store bought rotisserie chicken and rotis, and elevates them into a fresh and generous feast. This is relaxed, communal eating at its best, simply pop everything onto the table and let everyone help themselves.
Mango and coconut ice cream sandwiches
With the holidays just about in full swing, let’s turn our attention to an indulgent sweet recipe. These seasonal mango and coconut ice cream sandwiches are playful, summery and made for our warm Christmas holidays when desserts should be cold, creamy and a bit of fun.
Cupcakes & Couscous 