I’ve had to take a bit of time off recipe development as I had my vaccine on Sunday afternoon and I needed a few days to feel more human again. Luckily, this second jab wasn’t as bad as my first but I still spent 3 days in bed, I felt so weak and I’m still not 100%. From other news, I am finally able to take a shower – what a great feeling after nearly 4 weeks of improvisation – and I have a useable bathroom but there are still a lot of things to sort out....

Sometimes you search for the right ingredients to create standout recipes, but for today’s recipe the delicious ingredients found us. This focaccia is a celebration of multi-coloured cherry tomatoes and fragrant fresh rosemary. It all started when we were at the local mini supermarket buying food for our ever hungry cat. We noticed a small box of wonderful looking mauve and yellow cherry tomatoes from the nearby organic farm. “We need to use these!...

Aaaand…the weekend is here again… Is it just me or does there appear to be little difference between workdays and non workdays these days? Especially if you end up working on weekends like I often do. Both myself and Duncan are working today, but we hope to put our feet up tomorrow and maybe even venture out for a bit of a walk catch-up with friends although the weather is meant to be grim....

I hesitated to do a dhal recipe for the blog for a little while, because while this well known Indian staple tastes magical, it’s really hard to convey this in photographs and it so happens that visuals are my main way to communicate to you that a recipe is worth bothering with. You can make dhal with pretty much any type of lentils you want, but I chose to use split red lentils as they do not require presoaking and cook really quickly, which is a massive bonus as far as a mid-week dinner is concerned....

I’m having a bit of a tough week if I am honest so I will keep this intro short. I am experiencing lots of negative emotions and while my regular routine of mediation, yoga and running is helping, they are winning for the moment. I’m about to head out for a run to clear my head and get some relief, but before I do let me tell you about this new recipe, which I hope you’ll love and want to incorporate into your dinner rota....

I spent last weekend in London catching up with an old friend, shopping at a big pottery market, learning about drawing anime characters from my friend’s kids, getting tipsy with her neighbours, eating good food and sampling delicious vegan cheeses. It was a lot of fun and I hope we can do a repeat soon. Now that I am back, after much needed relaxation, I’m eager to do some baking and cooking again....

A big Friday slice of vegan walnut cake with coffee frosting anyone? Walnut coffee cake is one of my firm favourites as it combines my two loves…Nuts and coffee. I’ve been dreaming of making it for a while, but I have somehow managed to stop myself throughout the whole of January as I was trying to curb my insatiable sweet tooth. I succeeded but I kinda failed too as instead I got myself quite addicted to a particular type of slightly salty dark chocolate and whenever I am in my local supermarket, I instinctively grab at least 5 bars at a time....

It’s Earth Day! And also, we’re in the midst of a time where food availability is a top priority for so many people, as well as limiting trips to the grocery store. So I wanted to do something a little different. I’ve collected some of my favorite, easy tips on reducing food waste from myself, other bloggers, and my readers. These are EASY, small, manageable tips. Sometimes, making changes to our normal routines can feel daunting....

You need to make these. As soon as possible. These chipotle steak tacos are topped with a simple mixture of cilantro and onion, with a drizzle of the pan sauce leftover from cooking the steak. They are perfection. The flavor of the meat is spicy and smoky from a simple chipotle pepper marinade, which pairs perfectly with the bright and crunchy cilantro onion mixture and a squeeze of fresh lime juice on top....

When I make a burger, I season the ground beef with nothing but salt and pepper, and sometimes a teeny dash of Worcestershire sauce. I also add just a bit of olive oil, which helps the patty form a little better and not fall apart. When I buy beef, I always try to buy grass fed, which not only is much better for your health but also tastes SO much better than your average meat....

Other Pakistani Spice blends: Homemade Tikka Masala, Homemade Biryani Masala, Homemade Sindhi Biryani Masala, Homemade Seekh Kabab Masala, Homemade Bihari Kabab Masala, Homemade Haleem Masala, Homemade Achari Masala, and Homemade Nihari Masala. WHAT IS TANDOORI MASALA? The 5-Minute Homemade Tandoori Masala showcases its remarkable versatility as a spice blend, originating from the culinary traditions of North India and Pakistan. Notably, this Pakistani spice blend boasts the absence of any preservatives, ensuring a wholesome and authentic experience....

The past few days we’ve been hosting my parents. It was great to catch up with them both, even if the weather was the worst we have seen in a while. It was almost raining non-stop ever since they arrived on Friday. As a result we spent a lot of our time at home, huddled by the kitchen table with Tina sleeping in her new favourite basket that my mom brought for her....

I’ve finally had my complaining about the weather heard and this week we are in for a treat here, in the UK. Friday is set to see a whopping 28° C (82° F) and I am so excited. I am planning all my work around it, to make sure that I can spend it in my garden with a bucket of strawberries in one hand and a canister of iced coffee (Greek style, of course) in the other....

Today’s dish is a light yet satisfying pasta – an ideal midweek supper. It’s my vegan take on orecchiette with broccoli and bacon, except that I could not find orecchiette anywhere on the island so I have had to settle for small pasta shells instead. I do hope I don’t get any death threats off the back of it 😉 . This pasta is as simple as it gets, but it’s really delicious!...

I won’t say much about the recipe, you will have to try it for you kids. They will absolutely love it. I have been making this recipe since 2015. I got it online, I even forgot where I got the recipe from or would have given the proper credit to the owner. This recipe is great for any occasion. I have made it for parties, baby showers, bridal showers, and etc....

This post contains helpful tips and tricks! If you’re in a rush, please use the “Jump to Recipe” above! 💭 Why you’ll love this recipe Takes no time at all. Just like my basil mayonnaise, this simple recipe only needs 5 ingredients and takes 10 minutes to make! Great way to use up fresh or frozen basil. I love making this when I need a nice creamy sauce and want to use up some fresh herbs....

Ingredients and Substitutions Canned tuna – I recommend solid white albacore packed in water. If you use a tuna packed in oil, you’ll want to use much less mayo.English muffins – I used Thomas’s, but there are plenty of healthy, whole grain options widely available like Dave’s Killer Bread and Ezekiel. You can also use any bread you like for these tuna melts.MayonnaiseSweet relish – omit if you like, but I think it makes the tuna salad so good!...

WHAT IS INDIAN FISH CURRY? Come and learn How To Make Homemade Indian Fish Curry. It’s a seafood curry. It originated in India and made its way to Pakistan. People from both countries really enjoy this seafood curry. This Indian/Pakistani recipe is extremely popular in both countries. This Indian/Pakistani dinner recipe is tomato-based like Chicken Karahi and Mutton Karahi. As a little kid, I didn’t like seafood but now I’m in my thirties I love seafood....

I am sitting here in amazement wondering, “why have I never made this before?” This is decidedly the meal that I am going to be making at least twice a week for the next few months rest of my life. Jerk seasoning is very unique and very versatile. It’s extremely aromatic from the allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, spicy from the jalapenos, savory from the onion, and slightly sweet with the addition of honey....

Isn’t she a beauty? Just look at all that delicious bacon! This make ahead breakfast pie has all the makings of a wonderful breakfast: eggs, potatoes, cheese, and bacon. The center is like a quiche, with the bacon baked directly on top. The result is that the flavor of the bacon gets infused into EVERY bite, including the crust, as it bakes. It’s simply amazing. This is a sure-fire way to make Father’s Day special, and it’s perfect for getting the kids to help make it....