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Sticky Sesame Chicken
Sometimes you crave something that is not only crispy but also sticky and sweet. This phenomenal Sesame Chicken recipe ticks all the...
Jan 30, 20222 min read


Keralan Fish Curry
This is a fantastic fresh South Indian Curry. The combination of mustard seeds, curry leaves, garlic, ginger and coconut milk take the...
Apr 24, 20202 min read


Delicious No Knead Focaccia Bread
During the lockdown for Covid 19 I got the inspiration for baking focaccia (like a lot of people with some extra time on their hands)...
Apr 7, 20203 min read


Satay Chicken Skewers
Does it get better than succulent chicken cooked on the BBQ with a delicious peanut dipping sauce. This recipe is Thai inspired and super...
Jan 26, 20201 min read


Vietnamese Beef Brisket Sliders
This is a great simple dish that is not only delicious but can also feed the masses. It's a great one to make and then let time work its...
Jan 24, 20202 min read


Lamb Salad (Thai style)
This is a deliciously light salad that is really easy to make. The only thing that you need to cook is the lamb steaks. The dressing has...
Jun 2, 20192 min read


Nourish Me: Lentil Soup
This is an awesome soup for when you feel like you need to be nourished with wholesome food and or warmed up over the colder months. It...
Apr 19, 20191 min read

Lemongrass Chicken
This recipe has quickly become a great weeknight favourite as it is quick to cook as long as you prepare the chicken slightly ahead of...
Jan 15, 20192 min read


Leftover Christmas Ham: Ultimate Ham Toasted Sandwich
Christmas is one of the great times of the year when you have too much ham to know what to do with. This recipe is a great way to use up...
Dec 28, 20181 min read


Easy Delicious: Kung Pao Chicken
This is a great alternative to buying Chinese takeaways on the weekend. Make sure you fry the chicken on a high heat and only turn every...
Dec 2, 20182 min read


Double Dip Bonanza: Beetroot Dip & Cannellini Bean Dip
These dips are simple to make and a lot better than anything that you can buy from a store. They are a taste sensation and go well with...
Oct 14, 20181 min read


Eat & Repeat: Vietnamese BBQ Pork on Rice
This is one of my favourite Vietnamese meals, the combination of barbecue pork with lemongrass and seasoned with nuoc cham (fish sauce)...
Oct 11, 20183 min read


Sushi: Easier than you think!
This is a great meal for the whole family to get involved in and to have some fun preparing a meal. Once you have prepared your...
Oct 2, 20182 min read


Fresh Wasabi and Soy Salad
Don't let the Wasabi put you off this fantastically fresh salad. As the days begin to get longer and the produce keeps getting better,...
Sep 27, 20181 min read


Crispy Fried Chicken: Korean Style
Everyone knows how good Fried Chicken is, it seems like every restaurant, cafe and food truck are serving these delightful morsels. It is...
Sep 15, 20182 min read


The Best: Thai Fish Cakes
By far the best fish cake recipe I have come across. These bite sized mega morsels of flavour are pretty quick to whip up and are sure to...
Aug 30, 20181 min read


Delicious Roast Pork
Sometimes the less you do to meat the better it becomes. This recipe for roast pork is simple and easy but creates great results. Pair it...
Aug 21, 20181 min read


Creamy Chicken Fettucine
This is a great recipe if you are craving a creamy, luxurious fettucine dish. It always makes me happy after eating the combination of...
Aug 16, 20182 min read


Vietnamese Pancake: Banh Xeo
About This recipe is a Vietnamese classic which is meant to be shared with a large group. They are a crispy savoury pancake made with...
Jul 18, 20182 min read


Cucumber Pickle
About This is a great accompaniment to any dish as it provides a refreshing zing. It especially goes well with Black Pepper Tofu dish or...
Jul 16, 20181 min read


Black Pepper Tofu
About I recently came across this amazing recipe. It is a great introduction to Tofu if you haven’t cooked with it before. You can also...
Jul 16, 20182 min read


Vietnamese Chicken Salad
This is a simple but delicious recipe. It’s such a crowd favourite that we often eat it for Christmas lunch. This dish has been passed...
Jul 11, 20181 min read


Vietnamese Style Chicken Noodle Soup
This is a recipe dear to my heart. My father used to make this for me and my family every Sunday night as we were growing up. He created...
Jul 11, 20182 min read


Delicious Teriyaki Sauce: Say goodbye to bottles.
I used to buy store bought Teriyaki sauce which was always ridiculously sweet. This recipe finds a nice balance between sweet, sour and...
Jul 11, 20181 min read


Nuoc Cham: Vietnamese Dipping Sauce
This is a dipping sauce or condiment that is a staple in all Vietnamese kitchens. You can make a large quantity and keep in a bowl or jar...
Jul 11, 20181 min read
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