This post in one of the first in a series I am calling – Back to Basics. I am going to draw on the expertise of the people who taught me to cook (my mum, gran and the Internet) . I noticed that I have a lot of younger readers…
Yellow Lentil and Sweet Corn Fritters
Click here for the recipe I made these on a rainy, lazy summer afternoon where we wanted something to munch on. Being January, that something had to be budget friendly and low in carbs. I was actually craving verde (a lentil cutlet) that my gran-in-law makes but unfortunately upon…
Dodhi Halwa with Raspberry Cream and Pecans
I love dodhi halwa. Perhaps not the ideal thing to eat at this time of the year when we are all about clean eating and excersise. This rich, creamy almost burfee like halwa reigns supreme in the sweet starter catergory, so much so that my mum actually cooked this halwa…
Chocolate Mousse and Cherry Cream Pots
I love cherries. Its one of my (few) favourite fruits and that’s why I am so ecstatic this time of the year when they are in season. Cherries are best eaten as is or dipped into some deliciously, dark chocolate but they are very versatile and work very well in…
Roasted Pepper Salad with Date Cigars
This my absolute favourite salad to make. Its easy to prepare and I love the different textures and flavours that make this an ideal starter or even a light lunch on lazy, summer days. The first time I made this salad I shared it with NiQi and the girls from…
Chilli Lime Crayfish Tails
I think this is a delicious if not decadent recipe that I would love to share with you as I come back to the world of food blogging. I missed sharing my food adventures with the world, and it has been quite an interesting few years since I stopped blogging…