Pasta e Fagioli | Italian Borlotti Bean & Pasta Soup Pasta e Fagioli | Italian Borlotti Bean & Pasta Soup I have just returned home from hosting our beautiful Relish Mama tour in Sicily and, goodness me, what a special time it was. Sicily is a place that quietly captures your heart and never really […]
Creamy Tuscan Risoni with Sun-Dried Tomatoes This creamy Tuscan risoni with sun-dried tomatoes is a comforting, one-pan dinner the whole family will love. Ready in under 30 minutes and packed with flavour. Creamy Tuscan Risoni with Sun-Dried Tomatoes There are some recipes that just become part of the weekly rhythm of a family kitchen. The […]
The Best Chicken Shawarma Recipe (Generous & Full of Flavour) The Best Chicken Shawarma Recipe (Generous & Full of Flavour) If you’ve ever ordered chicken shawarma and wondered how something so deeply spiced, tender and full of flavour could come together so effortlessly, you’re not alone. It’s one of those dishes that feels a little […]
Ultimate Vibrant Basil Pesto Recipe (That Stays Bright Green) Basil is abundant right now, and when it is, this is the first thing I make. A proper pesto should be bright, fresh and glossy. It should smell of good olive oil and real Parmesan. It should feel generous when you spoon it from the […]
Vibrant Broccoli, Chickpea and Date Crunch Salad In a recent class, a guest was eating one of the salads I had demonstrated and said, ‘There are salads that feel like an obligation, and then there are salads that feel like a nourishing dinner.’ We all agreed that this Broccoli, Chickpea and Date Crunch Salad […]
Chickpea and Beetroot Curry The Ultimate Chickpea and Beetroot Curry for Easy, Nourishing Weeknight Dinners There are nights when cooking feels like the absolute last thing you want to do. You’re tired, the day has taken more than expected, and the idea of another decision feels heavy. And yet, you still want to eat […]
This scallop salad recipe is one I’ve been cooking and enjoying recently, particularly on warm evenings when I want dinner to feel fresh, generous and complete. A delicious scallop salad recipe for dinner – yes please! This is one of the first recipes I’m sharing here for 2026, and it’s the one I headed […]
Fresh Cajun Spiced Fish with Green Goddess Dressing Fresh Cajun Spiced Fish with Green Goddess Dressing There are some dinners that come together with very little fuss but still offer something bright and nourishing at the end of a long day. Cajun Spiced Fish with Green Goddess Dressing is one of those meals. […]
Sensational Chicken Piccata with Sage : A 20 minute Delicious Dinner Awaits Sensational Chicken Piccata with Sage There are weeknights when we want dinner to feel a little special without putting on a whole performance. This Sensational Chicken Piccata with Sage is one of those meals. It is quick, super satisfying, and it […]
Easy One-Pan Warm Gnocchi Salad with Roasted Tomatoes & Capsicum Easy One-Pan Warm Gnocchi Salad with Roasted Tomatoes & Capsicum Some evenings call for food that feels generous and full of flavour but doesn’t keep me (and you) tied to the kitchen with a stack of pots and pans. That’s where this recipe […]
Delicious Healthy Tofu and Vegetable Stir Fry with Miso Sauce Delicious Healthy Tofu and Vegetable Stir Fry with Miso Sauce I love having an easy & healthy dish like this up my sleeve. A tofu and vegetable stir-fry might not sound like a revelation, but when you layer in a savoury miso sauce and […]
Nellie’s best ever lasagne Nellie’s best ever lasagne Serves 6 Every child thinks their mum’s lasagne is unbeatable and so it felt a little wrong to put my version in these pages for you all. My lasagne, surely cannot be better than your mum’s. So, I do apologise for in this one instance, this recipe […]
Marry Me Lentils Marry Me Lentils If you’ve spent any time scrolling through recipes lately, there’s a good chance you’ve come across the now-famous Marry Me Chicken. The name alone is enough to pique curiosity, and the promise behind it is bold: a dish so delicious, it might just provoke a marriage proposal. The […]
Beef Bourguignon Recipe – The Ultimate Winter Comfort Food Beef Bourguignon Recipe – The Ultimate Winter Comfort Food There are some recipes I return to, year after year, not just because they taste wonderful but because of the way they make the our home. Beef Bourguignon is one of those dishes to me (does […]
A delicious and easy oven baked risotto (A gently, hands-off version of a classic comfort dish) If you’ve ever made risotto the traditional way — slowly adding warm stock, stirring patiently, one ladleful at a time — you’ll know it’s not just a meal, it’s a ritual. There’s something incredibly grounding about the […]
Creamy Chicken Pie with Golden Puff Pastry Squares Creamy Chicken Pie with Golden Puff Pastry Squares There are some recipes that wrap around you like a hug — for me, a pie has always been one of them. A creamy chicken pie with a herby, vegetable-rich filling, topped with golden puff pastry squares […]
Easy Mediterranean Vegetarian Frittata with Harissa and Feta Easy Mediterranean Vegetarian Frittata with Harissa and FetaAn easy, delicious vegetarian dinner idea that’s full of flavour. There’s something wonderfully comforting about a frittata. It’s the kind of dish that lets you throw open the fridge, take stock of what you have, and still create something satisfying […]
A Hug in a Bowl: My Favourite Tadka Dal Recipe There’s something really comforting and nourishing about Dal. Dal is not flashy. It doesn’t ever try to steal the spotlight. But it’s often the dish I turn to when I crave something nourishing, warming, full of flavour but minus any fuss. This Tadka […]
Authentic Beef Rendang Recipe There are some dishes that demand you slow down. That invite you, almost insistently, to lean into the beauty of patient, gentle cooking. Beef Rendang is one of them. Originally from Indonesia’s Minangkabau people of West Sumatra, Beef Rendang has earned its place as one of Southeast Asia’s most celebrated […]
The Best Easy Summer Vegetable Lasagne Recipe The Best Easy Summer Vegetable Lasagne Recipe Few things bring people together like a great meal; this Summer Vegetable Lasagne is no exception. There’s something so lovely about layering fresh, seasonal ingredients and baking them until golden and bubbling. It feels both satisfying and celebratory. This dish was […]
Fried rice is one of those dishes that always delivers—quick, flavour-packed, and endlessly adaptable. Whether you’re using up leftover rice, making a last-minute midweek meal, or preparing a Lunar New Year feast, mastering how to make delicious homemade fried rice is a great skill to have in your repertoire. Not all fried rice is created […]
Delicious Stromboli Recipe Some recipes feel like a hug. To me, Stromboli is one of them. It’s warm, golden, a little crisp on the outside, soft and melty on the inside. The kind of thing that fills your kitchen with the best smells—garlic, oregano, bubbling cheese—makes everyone in our family pause mid-bite to […]
Delicious One Tray Bake Aloo Gobi Delicious One Tray Bake Aloo Gobi: A Simple and Flavorful Twist on a Classic Indian Dish Aloo Gobi is a beloved Indian dish with the earthy flavours of spiced potatoes and cauliflower. Traditionally, it’s a stovetop curry, but this delicious one tray bake Aloo Gobi version offers […]
The Best Savoury Cauliflower Cake from Ottolenghi The Best Savoury Cauliflower Cake from Ottolenghi Savoury Cauliflower Cake: A Delicious Vegetarian Main If you’re looking for a show-stopping vegetarian dish that’s more than just a side, this Savoury Cauliflower Cake from Ottolenghi is a must-try. We often share this recipe in our Middle Eastern Vegetarian […]
Prawn Saganaki My husband and I have been a lot like ships in the night lately. A kiss as we run out the door in the morning, a brief chat with a cup of tea and a cuddle at the end of the day…….after work, routine, life – you know how it is, I am […]
Delicious One-Pot Cannellini Beans with Sautéed Leeks Delicious One-Pot Cannellini Beans with Sautéed Leeks – Comfort in Simplicity One-Pot Cannellini Beans with Sautéed Leeks: Comfort in Simplicity I’m home, and while being back is always beautiful, jet lag has taken its toll. After a whirlwind of travel and excitement, there’s nothing quite like the comfort […]
A Delicious Caponata Delicious Caponata Caponata is one of those magical dishes that truly captures the essence of Italy. Bursting with the rich flavours of slow-cooked vegetables, olive oil, and tangy vinegar, it’s an easy yet incredibly versatile dish that holds a special place in both Italian cuisine and gatherings around the table. The […]
How to choose the best fish and how to cook fish well at home Why are some of us just a little nervous about cooking fish at home? Is it the price, the minefield of complexity when it comes to actually knowing what fish it is you’re buying? Wanting to eat ethically sourced fish and […]
Delicious & easy midweek dinner solution – Easy & delicious Filipino Chicken Adobo Easy & delicious Filipino Chicken Adobo Easy & delicious Filipino Chicken Adobo This delicious recipe for Filipino Chicken Adobo is a recipe that I shared inside our RM Cooking Club this month as a part of the clubs monthly cookbook created […]
Delicious and Nutritious Green Pasta Recipe – Easy Weeknight Dinner Delicious and Nutritious Green Pasta Recipe – Easy Weeknight Dinner There’s nothing quite like a comforting bowl of pasta, especially when it’s brimming with fresh, vibrant greens. This Green Pasta recipe has quickly become a favourite in our household. It’s a fantastic way to […]
Experience the vibrant flavours of Mouthwatering Yellow Chicken and Potato Curry! This creamy dish, with tender chicken and aromatic spices, is perfect for cozy dinners. Discover the Delight of this Mouthwatering Yellow Chicken and Potato Curry I am excited to share my latest culinary adventure with you all: a vibrant and flavourful Yellow […]
This Pumpkin and peas in a light coconut curry sauce is a flavour packed dinner that is a huge hit in our home. It can be made vegetarian or add some meat based protein to make it a versatile dinner for the whole family. Pumpkin and peas in a light coconut curry sauce Serves […]
This delicious chicken tikka masala is so full of flavour and a hugely popular Indian favourite. After my recent trip to India, I wanted to revisit this beautiful dish to share with my family. It was a hit. Chicken Tikka Masala This delicious chicken tikka masala is so full of flavour and a hugely popular […]
This Easy pesto pasta can be enjoyed as a warm pasta dish or as a cold salad. Easy Pesto Pasta I have a very simple and flavourful easy pesto pasta recipe for you today. I am using up the basil in our garden in a myriad of ways, but pestos are a no-brainer, […]
This Fridge Raid Frittata is super adaptable to use up what you have in your own stores to use up and enjoy. This is a great quick recipe for when you want to avoid food waste (always), avoid a trip to the shops, avoid take out but still create something nourishing that will not have […]
These Lebanese cheesy breads are called zaatar and cheese manakish are unbelievably good. I do hope you give these a go very soon. We enjoyed them as a part of a Lebanese feast/dinner at home as one of the dishes that I prepared for our wonderful RM Cooking club this month. Our members have received […]
This Spaghetti Alla Nerano is one of our favourite family recipes. This recipe is certainly worth trying. Stanley Tucci Spaghetti Alla Nerano I wanted to wait until zucchinis were in season and delicious to make & share this one….and now is the time (on this side of our world, at least). This is a […]
Creamy Vegan Ramen This post was written in 2020 in Melbourne lockdowns. Thankfully, that period is somewhat behind us, but this recipe for creamy vegan ramen still remains a winner. On Mondays, I try to work from home. I am pleased to say that after a big weekend of parties, I had a productive […]
A delicious and super Easy Sweet Potato and Lentil Creamy Curry Sweet Potato and Lentil Creamy Curry This Sweet Potato and Lentil Creamy Curry was something we enjoyed camping over the weekend. It is a recipe that I cook often at home too as it is so easy to prepare and it is both […]
There’s a certain charm about Buddha Bowls that has won me over time and again. On hectic days or lazy evenings, it’s my go-to for a nourishing and fuss-free meal. Buddha Bowls The Simple Joy of Buddha Bowls There’s a certain charm about Buddha Bowls that has won me over time and again. On hectic […]
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