Recipes
My Everyday Coleslaw
Here’s my everyday coleslaw, a delicious, crunchy side for a summer barbecue.
Roasted Beetroot Salad
Sweet, earthy roasted beetroot is layered with crunchy greens, feta and pinenuts in this salad.
Sweet Soufflé Omelette
This souffle-like omelette has a velvety, light texture and makes an impressive dessert.
Kaliyo (or Rendang)
Kaliyo is the wetter version of Rendang, the same rich, spicy beef recipe cooked for less time. Serve with fresh vegetables and roti or jasmine rice.
Bang Bang Chicken
A simple, spicy Chinese chicken salad with a delicious dressing. Served warm or cold with rice or noodles.
Lentil Ragù
This is a vegetarian version of ragu made with those meaty little pulses, lentils. Great with pasta or with meat, as I’ve done here.
Chocolate, Fig and Almond Rice Puddings
Quick chocolate rice puddings with orange, vanilla and cinnamon. Topped with figs, almonds and cream.
Crème Caramel
Crème caramel is an economical and timeless dessert that everyone seems to like.
Indian-spiced Pumpkin Soup
A version of classic pumpkin soup with fragrant Indian aromatics and a drizzle of coconut cream.
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.
Butterflied Chicken with Singapore Spice Paste
How to butterfly a whole chicken and roast it with Singapore-style spice paste.
Fish and Prawn Cakes with Sweet-Sour Dipping Sauce
Prawn and white fish cakes served with fresh vegetables and spicy dipping sauce.
Portuguese-style Cottage Pie - Empadāo
A Portuguese take on classic cottage pie, with chorizo, wine, and spices.
Archanes Vegetable Bake
A healthy, vibrant mixture of vegetables with sheep’s feta and olive oil, based on dishes found in Crete.
Mussel and Fish Stew
A delicious and healthy seafood stew using NZ green lip mussels and spicy broth.