Published on July 19, 2025

Succulent Asian hake wrapped in cabbage leaves and steamed to perfection.  Steamed Asian hake & cabbage parcel Serves 4 Ingredients 1 savoy or medium white cabbage 2 cloves garlic 4cm knob ginger  1 tsp sesame oil  3 Tbsp light soy sauce  500g hake fillets  1 Tbsp white sesame seeds, toasted  Sweet chilli sauce, to serve   […]

Published on July 18, 2025

This German-inspired feast is perfect for anyone that wants to impress at a party, saving you time with store-bought dough and patties. Of course, the cheese sauce on its own will elevate any regular burger night too!  Beer fondue sliders on pretzel buns Makes 12  Ingredients For the pretzel buns   600g store-bought bread dough […]

Published on July 15, 2025

Oui oui, this recipe transports us to the hustle and bustle of Paris. Found in Parisian cafés, this famous hot chocolate is an absolute must-have this winter. For the full experience, dip a buttery croissant into your creamy hot chocolate and don’t skip on the whipped cream. Parisian hot chocolate Serves 3-4 Ingredients ¼ cup […]

Published on July 14, 2025

Whether you’re channeling your inner Julia Child or just here for the cheese, these French-inspired dishes are perfect for Bastille Day on 14 July.  French toast Croque madame   Serves 4 // Cooking time: 20 minutes  Ingredients  4 eggs 3 Tbsp milk or cream Salt and pepper 8 slices bread 2 Tbsp vegetable oil  For the […]

Published on July 11, 2025

Cabbage just got a whole new life with this easy and hearty recipe.  Wintry cabbage hash  Serves 4 Ingredients Glug canola oil 1 onion, chopped 3 carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds 1 Tbsp smoked paprika 180g parsnips, peeled and cubed 500g baby red or white cabbages, cut into wedges 300g Brussels sprouts, halved 3 […]

Published on July 9, 2025

Two classics become one to create a creamy filling with a crunchy, nutty top. Pumpkin pecan pie  Serves 6-8 Ingredients 1 packet (400g) shortcrust pastry, defrosted  Flour, for dusting  1 packet (500g) pumpkin cubes  2 Tbsp (30g) butter 2 eggs 1 tub (230g) medium fat cream cheese  1 cup (200g) brown sugar  Grating of nutmeg  […]

Published on July 8, 2025

The soufflé is light and airy with an intense cocoa richness that melts on the tongue. The warm white chocolate pouring ganache creates a decadent contrast between bitterness and creamy sweetness in every bite.  Dark chocolate soufflé with white chocolate sauce Serves 8 Ingredients ¼ cup (60ml) corn flour 2 cups (500ml) full cream milk […]

Published on July 4, 2025

Reimagining an Italian classic with hints of chocolate for a sweet chocolate indulgence. Layered chocolate tiramisu Serves 8-10 Ingredients For the chocolate layer   200g milk chocolate, finely chopped  3 Tbsp (45ml) cream  ½ cup (250ml) cream   230g mascarpone 2 tsp (10ml) vanilla essence 100g white chocolate, melted 3 Tbsp (45ml) coffee liqueur  ½ cup […]

Published on July 2, 2025

This Spanish-style soup is packed full of that winter’s day goodness. Perfect for a quick and easy lunch or supper. Spicy chorizo & potato soup  Serves 4 Ingredients Glug olive oil  1 onion, finely sliced  1 leek, finely sliced 50-60g chorizo sarta, finely sliced 3 cloves garlic, grated  2 tsp harissa paste  4 cups (1L) […]

Published on July 1, 2025

This hearty soup will feed a crowd in a flash, but there’s one rule to making it sublime: the best quality ingredients. Here’s cookbook author and TV show host Gadija Sydow Noordien’s crowd-pleasing chicken & creamy corn soup.  Chicken and creamy corn soup  Ingredients  250g of skinless chicken breast, cubed 1 Tbsp butter  1 small […]