Lemon Posset

May 25, 2026

It’s almost impossible to believe that lemon posset, a silky soft dessert, shares a name with a medieval cure-all of hot curdled milk and ale. Prescribed as a cold remedy throughout the 14th and 15th centuries, the original posset was more medicine cabinet than dessert bowl. Thank the ingenuity of 19th-century British chefs for rescuing…

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

bread dipping oil (so good!)

November 5, 2024

If you have been saving your best olive oil for a special dish, this recipe is for you!  This dipping oil is an easy, adaptable, and delicious recipe that comes together in 10 minutes.  Use fresh chunks of sourdough, sliced baguette or ciabatta and dip in.