Published on May 2, 2025

Avocados, the epitome of luxury in the world of fruit! Creamy, rich, and subtly flavoured, these green gems are the perfect addition to any meal, any time of day. These versatile fruits can be mashed, diced, sliced, or puréed to create or complement a variety of dishes, from guacamole to salads, pizza toppings to sandwich […]

Published on April 26, 2025

Trying to decipher foreign ingredients in recipes and cookbooks? Here’s a handy Middle Eastern pantry guide. Za’atar spice mix   Sumac is the base of the za’atar spice mix, which makes this a zesty blend. The sesame seeds add a nutty flavour to the mix, which is further enhanced by the depth of the herbs.  […]

Published on April 14, 2025

Things didn’t go as planned in the kitchen? No worries! Check out these clever hacks to rescue your meal and turn your kitchen disasters into delicious cooking triumphs.  Blunder #1: Too salty food  Were you a little too loose with the saltshaker? No stress – the solution is simpler than you think. If you put […]

Published on April 11, 2025

There are so many facets to Lebanese cuisine, so we sat down with chef Clara Bubenzer from The Lebanese Bakery for a basic introduction to the must-tries and must-tastes to get acquainted with it.   The ingredients   For Chef Clara, Lebanese cuisine rests on fresh ingredients of quality. It has an honest style, meaning there is minimal […]

Published on April 9, 2025

Whether you are craving oozing cheese and meaty goodness, these boat-shaped filled breads are part and parcel of Turkish street food  Pide 2 ways Makes 6 (3 of each flavour) Ingredients 1 packet (10g) instant yeast  2 Tbsp (30ml) sugar 6 ⅔ cups (1kg) flour  1 tsp (5ml) salt 1¾ – 2 cups (430-500ml) lukewarm water  […]

Published on March 27, 2025

Ever wonder why your cakes don’t rise or your cookies flop. Learn how to fix these common baking blunders in no time.  Mistake #1: Not greasing your pans properly  Do your cakes stick to your pans like superglue? You likely have not prepped your pans properly. Preparing your pans is essential for a break-free (and […]

Published on March 17, 2025

Explore the decadent world of custards and creams, where rich flavours and smooth textures elevate baked goods to luxury level.  So you’ve perfected your baked goods, from golden éclairs to delicate pie shells and even the tall sponge cakes. Now is the moment to use the magic of custards and creams to enrich, fill and […]

Published on March 12, 2025

Tea is defined as a drink made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis (tea) plant. The leaves and leaf buds are used to make several different teas such as black- (Ceylon), green- and oolong tea.   To create the distinctly different teas, the leaves are processed in various ways to unlock different flavour profiles. Other […]

Published on March 11, 2025

From tiny tea-time bites to hearty stewed fruit pies, pastry class is in session! 5 types of pastry 1. Puff pastry A distinctively flaky pastry that puffs up when baked, suitable for savoury and sweet bakes. This pastry is made by laminating layers of butter between a flour-water mixture. Once in the oven, the butter […]

Published on March 10, 2025

The perfect breakfast option when you’re craving a moreish cake-like texture, but want a filling, healthy breakfast.    Baked oats base Makes 1 ½ cup rolled oats 1 medium banana ¼ cup milk 1 egg ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp vanilla extract Pinch of salt Mocha Baked Oats  Add oat base ingredients to a blender […]