Thai Green Papaya Salad – Som Tam Traditional (Street‑Stall Fire) With a Twist (Milder & Crunchy) Thai Green Papaya Salad – Som Tam A fiery, tangy, crunchy explosion of green papaya, chili, lime, and fish sauce Som Tam is Thailand’s iconic spicy green papaya salad, originating from the Northeast (Isaan). […]
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Thai Green Mango Salad – Yam Mamuang Traditional (Night‑Market Fire) With a Twist (Milder & Crunchy) Thai Green Mango Salad – Yam Mamuang A fiery, sweet‑sour explosion of unripe mango, chili, lime, and fish sauce I once had a Green Mango Salad in the night market in Chiang Rai that was […]
Thai Beef Salad – Yam Nua Traditional (Street‑Fire) With a Twist (Milder & Fresh) Thai Beef Salad – Yam Nua A bold, zesty salad of grilled beef, chili, lime, fish sauce, and toasted rice Yam Nua is a classic Thai spicy beef salad known for its fiery dressing and tender […]
Spicy Aubergine Curry – Classic & Elevated Classic Home-Style Elevated & Fragrant Spicy Aubergine Curry Two soul-warming versions of a family favourite — rich, smoky, and full of spice A staple in many homes, this silky aubergine curry delivers deep flavour with minimal fuss. Salting removes bitterness, frying builds texture, […]
Moules à la Française – 3 Classic Mussel Recipes Moules Marinière Moules Normande Moules Provençale Moules à la Française Three regional classics — wine, cider, and tomato — all in 15 minutes France’s love affair with mussels spans the coast: Marinière (white wine, nationwide), Normande (cider & cream, Normandy), and […]
Twice-Baked Goat’s Cheese Soufflé – Classic & Elevated Classic Twice-Baked Elevated & Luxurious Twice-Baked Goat’s Cheese Soufflé Two foolproof versions of the ultimate make-ahead showstopper — light, fluffy, and full of flavour A soufflé that forgives mistakes. Bake once in ramekins, cool, then re-bake with cream and cheese — no […]
Thai Red Curry Mussels – Hoi Malaeng Phu Op Classic Red Curry Coconut Cream Twist Thai Red Curry Mussels – Hoi Malaeng Phu Op Plump mussels steamed in fragrant red curry, lime, and lemongrass – a coastal Thai favorite Hoi Malaeng Phu Op is a vibrant Southern Thai dish where […]
Filo Spiral Pie with Leek & Cabbage – Feta & Goat’s Versions Fetta and Ricotta Scroll Goats Cheese Scroll Filo Spiral Pie with Leek & Cabbage Two golden, crispy coiled pies — one with tangy feta & ricotta, the other with creamy goat’s cheese A stunning centrepiece that’s easier than […]
Mozzarella, Beetroot & Fresh Fig Salad Classic Beetroot, Mozzarella & Fig Burrata & Balsamic Version Goat’s Cheese & Honey Twist Mozzarella, Beetroot & Fresh Fig Salad A stunning summer entrée — sweet, earthy, creamy, and utterly delicious One of the most beautiful plates you’ll ever serve: silky baked beetroot, creamy […]
Spicy Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon & Coriander Classic Spicy Roasted Cauliflower With Yoghurt-Tahini Drizzle With Parmesan & Chilli Crunch Spicy Roasted Cauliflowerwith Lemon & Coriander This is one of our absolute favourite cauliflower dishes — bold, fragrant, addictive Whole florets coated in cumin, coriander, chilli and turmeric, roasted until charred […]