cottage cheese pizza snacks

cottage cheese pizza snacks

April 23, 2025

These protein-packed mini pizzas make the perfect after-school snack or quick bite when trying to tame those hunger pangs. While using cottage cheese as a pizza base might sound unconventional,

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baked cod parcels

baked cod parcels

April 2, 2025

En papillote is French for “enveloped in paper” (or al cartoccio in Italian).  It is a cooking method where food is sealed in a folded pouch of parchment paper or tin foil and

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lemon hand pies

crustless lemon hand pies

March 25, 2025

Hand pies have been around for centuries with cultures worldwide crafting unique versions. From Cornwall’s flaky Cornish pasty to Latin American empanadas, Jamaican patties, Indian samosas, and the iconic

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lemon curd

homemade lemon curd

March 14, 2025

Yesterday, as I was about to make mini lemon impossible pies—those irresistible bite-sized treats—I realized something surprising: I’ve never shared my lemon curd recipe! With all the lemon dishes I’ve posted, how did this one slip through the cracks? It’s long overdue, so let’s fix that.

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pineapple fried rice

pineapple fried rice

February 27, 2025

It’s hard to believe it’s been 25 years since we lived in Singapore! Immersing myself in the expat community was the best way to make new friends, and one of my favorite ways to connect was through cooking classes.

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creamy lemon honey salad dressing

February 20, 2025

This creamy salad dressing is light, effortless to make, and bursting with flavour. While its name suggests it’s just for salads, it also makes an incredible marinade for chicken! And it’s ideal for those who prefer to skip mayonnaise-based dressings.  This recipe is a must-try.

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fish soup

fish soup with coconut milk and lime juice

February 13, 2025

Soup needs no introduction—it’s a timeless dish that has warmed hearts for millennia. With endless variations, it’s the ultimate comfort food, especially on a chilly day.

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fried wontons stuffed with brie

fried wontons stuffed with brie

January 28, 2025

How to awaken your taste buds and set the stage for an unforgettable meal? Start with these irresistible brie appetizers! Small yet bursting with flavour, these wonton brie bites combine a satisfying crunch with the creamy, velvety richness of melted cheese.

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caprese salad roll ups

caprese salad roll ups

January 22, 2025

The timeless Caprese salad, originating from the charming island of Capri in the 1920s, beautifully embodies the colours of Italy’s flag—green, white, and red. Celebrating simplicity and freshness, these Caprese salad roll-ups offer a modern twist on the classic, transforming its iconic ingredients into perfect bite-sized finger food.

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almond crescent cookies

almond crescent cookies

December 14, 2024

With each passing Christmas, my food nostalgia deepens. This season, I find myself longing to step into my grandmother’s or great-aunt’s kitchen, to talk about baking—their wisdom, their secrets, their stories. The familiar ache of “I wish I’d spent more time with them” lingers, a bittersweet reminder of moments that slipped away.

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crunchy rocky road squares

crunchy rocky road squares

December 9, 2024

This no-bake dessert is a breeze to make and has delighted taste buds for generations. While the origins of Rocky Road are a bit mysterious, it holds a special place in culinary history.

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Italian sausage & cabbage soup

italian sausage and cabbage soup

December 4, 2024

The history of soup is as rich and varied as the dish itself. Its origins date back thousands of years, making it one of the oldest forms of cooking.

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shortbread jam slices

shortbread jam slices

November 19, 2024

Becoming a grandparent truly is one of life’s sweetest joys! Mr S and I are incredibly blessed to be grandparents to two beautiful boys—our eldest, Will, who’s three, and our youngest, Lachie, is seven months.

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