Zucchini spirals with tomato and pesto
Zucchini spirals with tomato and pesto
Eating zucchini this way adds a bit of fun to the dish. I simply dress it with pesto and guess what? You don’t even need to cook it!
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Fried zucchini with lemon and mint
Fried zucchini with lemon and mint
If you are like me, you will often have a surplus supply of zucchini. The great thing about this versatile vegetable is that it can be cooked in many ways. This simple dish is found ...
Apricot and almond torte
Apricot and almond torte
This cake is simple to prepare and absolutely delicious to eat.
Strawberry ice cream
Strawberry ice cream
For me, strawberries are a sign that summer is here and Christmas is on the way. You can make this without an ice cream machine and adding crunchy meringues gives it a lovely surprise!
Favourite rhubarb cake ever
Favourite rhubarb cake ever
I have made so many cakes and this cake is a winner. It could easily be used as a dessert and in summer you could easily swap out the rhubarb for the stone fruits and berries.
Quick asparagus with miso butter
Quick asparagus with miso butter
I just can’t get enough of asparagus at the moment. One of the great things about this vegetable is that it takes minutes to prepare and minutes to cook. Asparagus loves a little butter...
Carrot and coconut cake
Carrot and coconut cake
This cake is absolutely delicious. The simple combination of carrot and coconut works a treat. You should keep this recipe as it makes a wonderful cake for any occasion!
Gnudi with asparagus
Gnudi with asparagus
Gnudi is a form of dumpling, similar to gnocchi. The main difference is that gnudi uses ricotta instead of potatoes.
Bits and bobs salad
Bits and bobs salad
This salad comes from looking in the cupboards and fridge and rummaging in the garden.
Russian apple cake
Russian apple cake
I love simple recipes like this. They are not only quick to prepare but also very adaptable.
Okonomiyaki pancake
Okonomiyaki pancake
These Japanese pancakes are popping up everywhere at the moment.
Russian apple cake
Russian apple cake
I love simple recipes like this. They are not only quick to prepare but also very adaptable.
Cabbage crisps
Cabbage crisps
I don’t know why I haven’t done this before! These cabbage crisps have a slight nutty flavour and will take on a dusting of seasoning to lift them to another level.
Cabbage crisps
Cabbage crisps
I don’t know why I haven’t done this before! These cabbage crisps have a slight nutty flavour and will take on a dusting of seasoning to lift them to another level.
Fresh truffle butter
Fresh truffle butter
Talk about being super excited and forever grateful on getting my hands on a fresh local perigord black truffle from Bannockburn, Central Otago.
Kale bread
Kale bread
This recipe from Alison Lambert ticks many boxes, as it’s great if you are gluten or dairy intolerant.
Roast pumpkin, leek and lentil salad
Roast pumpkin, leek and lentil salad
Salads like this are fabulous as you bring together flavours, textures and combinations that surprise.
Vegan broccoli, black bean fritters
Vegan broccoli, black bean fritters
Recipes that only use the florets of broccoli are great as you can get two dishes from the one vegetable.
Broccoli stalk slaw with peanut dressing
Broccoli stalk slaw with peanut dressing
The stalks of broccoli make a delicious salad — they are crunchy and nutritious and, perhaps best of all, you are not wasting any part of the vegetable.