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Roasted Aubergine & Red Pepper Hand Pies
If you’re a fan of bold flavours and comforting hand-held meals, these Roasted Aubergine & Red Pepper Hand Pies are the perfect dish to...
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Oct 3, 20243 min read


Upgrade Your Taco Tuesday with Mouthwatering Short Rib Tacos & Homemade Teff Tortillas"
Whether you are hosting friends over for Taco Tuesday or just looking for a really delicious, somewhat easy, fun meal, this recipe is for...
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Apr 29, 20245 min read


Lemon Custard Squares
A silky lemon custard on a shortbread base. As spring blooms and Easter approaches, my mind drifts to delightful desserts that capture...
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Mar 3, 20242 min read


Brown Butter, Buckwheat & Cardamom Bars
This recipe has attitude! This is not just your regular cookie bar. If I were to label her, she would definitely be sassy with a side of...
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Feb 26, 20242 min read


The Most Exciting Quiche You Will Ever Eat
Introducing my latest creation - Pumpkin, Chicken, & Hazelnut Quiche! This quiche may appear to have a lot going on, but trust me, it all...
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Feb 17, 20243 min read


Elevate Your Breakfast - Bagel Addition
When I transitioned to a Paleo lifestyle, one of the things I missed most were "bready" products like croissants, sandwich bread,...
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Feb 6, 20244 min read


Beauty From the Inside Out
Introducing another delightful creation that came from my time owning Leo & Co. Bakery. My younger sister and I simply craved an excuse...
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Jan 2, 20243 min read


The Ultimate Comfort Dish - Steak & Kidney Pie
Steak & kidney pie, a beloved British classic, holds a special place on pub menus throughout London. With the resurgence of offal cuts in...
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Dec 28, 20234 min read


Meat the Sweet Side - Uncovering the Tradition to Mince Pies
Mince pies are a huge thing around the holidays in London. Mince pies are not a traditional dessert for me and I didnt really take notice...
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Dec 5, 20234 min read


Matilda's Chocolate Cake
Inspired by the cake in the movie Matilda. This week is my younger sister's, Toni, birthday. Her and I wouldn’t buy gifts but instead we...
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Jun 26, 20233 min read


Coconut Pound Cake with Passion Fruit Meringue
Introducing my new favourite dessert that came to me in a dream. Yes, you read that right, I dream about food. Most of my flavour ideas...
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May 2, 20233 min read


Homemade Mayonnaise
You will never see me buying mayo. I find that most brands use unhealthy oils or add additives to make the product last long. Making...
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May 1, 20232 min read


Spicy Anchovy Pasta
Spicy, salty, creamy, decadent, and pure comfort. This pasta is everything! I know I am probably the rare few that will jump for joy when...
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Apr 29, 20232 min read


Coconut Curry
This Coconut Chicken Curry recipe is here to satisfy your taste buds and spice up your kitchen! Packed with tender chicken thighs and a...
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Apr 25, 20232 min read


Cherry & Tahini Galette
Cherry and sesame is not a combination you see a lot of. To be honest, I have never seen this combination before until I read one of...
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Apr 13, 20233 min read


Paleo Moussaka
A rich British lamb ragù layered with fried aubergine, and a creamy cauliflower “béchamel” sauce. My go-to recipe for those rainy days in...
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Apr 11, 20233 min read


Beauty Cookies
The cookie you don't have to feel bad for being addicted to. Most people think that desserts and health don’t go hand in hand. We often...
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Mar 21, 20233 min read


Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Loaded with artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach this dinner is packed full of flavour and the coconut milk makes an oh-so-creamy...
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Dec 11, 20222 min read


Game On!
The recipe I submitted to a contest and the reasons why you should make it. Recently I submitted a recipe to a contest being run by...
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Dec 5, 20224 min read
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