Recipes
Crème Caramel
Crème caramel is an economical and timeless dessert that everyone seems to like.
Traditional Tapas Part 3
Part three in my series on traditional Spanish tapas. An easy Russian salad and crispy fried prawn fritters.
Latkes with Salmon and Horseradish-Beetroot Relish
Crisp potato fritters with smoked salmon, sour cream and a horseradish-beetroot relish.
Apricot Jam Crostata
You can swap out Apricot for any of your favourite jams in this delicious Italian crostata. Good served with whipped cream, or a cup of tea or coffee.
French Onion Soup
The satisfying and classic French onion soup with grilled cheesy toasts.
Golden Syrup Steamed Pudding
A comforting golden syrup steamed pudding with lemon, cinnamon and pistachios.
Pork Chops à la Charcutière
Cooked in the manner of the Charcutièr’s wife, these fried pork chops are served with a delicious reduced sauce of gherkins, mustard, herbs and wine.
Indian-spiced Pumpkin Soup
A version of classic pumpkin soup with fragrant Indian aromatics and a drizzle of coconut cream.
No-Knead Focaccia with Cheese, Pancetta, Olives and Roasted Capsicum
An easy flavoured focaccia-style bread that doesn’t require kneading.
Crispy Sweet and Sour Fish Salad
An easy Asian-inspired salad with crispy fish and sweet-and-sour flavours.
Sirloin Steak with Creamed Leeks and Shallots
My no-stress way to cook sirloin steak, with a leek, shallot and mustard cream sauce.
Saffron Rice with Lemon and Almonds
A side dish of brown Basmati rice flavoured with saffron, cinnamon, almonds, lemon and onions.
Cauliflower, Broccoli and Blue Cheese Gratin
Cauliflower and broccoli baked with bechamel, walnuts, blue cheese, and a breadcrumb topping.
Pasta Shells with Spinach and Ricotta Sauce
A simple, light vegetarian pasta that is extremely quick to make.
Butterflied Chicken with Singapore Spice Paste
How to butterfly a whole chicken and roast it with Singapore-style spice paste.
Charred Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
Charred Brussels sprouts served with pancetta, preserved lemon, almonds and butter.
Chicken Tender Brioche Burgers
Chicken tender burgers on brioche buns served with Sauce Remolade.
Hot Smoked Fish Pastries
Flaky puff pastry with smoked white fish, peas and a classic sofritto, for a comforting, economical midweek meal.
Fish a la Grenobloise
An old-fashioned French way to serve fish with butter, lemon, capers and parsley.