Roasting vegetables whole is one of my favourite techniques I picked up while working at Frenchie bar à vins in Paris. When you roast a vegetable you intensify the flavour and natural sweetness by drying it out and add a beautiful caramelized colour to the exterior. There are endless recipes for roasted vegetables but I’m…
Caesar salad is still today my favourite salad. It has richness from the eggs and oil, sharpness from the delicious parmigiano reggiano cheese and that incredible umami flavour from the anchovies and raw garlic. A caesar salad is the perfect accompaniment to a good steak and great opener to any respectable meal. This is my…
Deviled eggs are an easy sell at a party because most people love them. They take a little work but they’re relatively easy to prepare and you can make them in advance. For New Year’s Eve it’s got to be a little extra special so I’ve added a bit of fresh black truffle. These truffled…
I love traditional eggnog because it’s comforting, tastes like Christmas and the perfect excuse to drink rum during daylight hours. But normal eggnog is heavy and because I’m lactose intolerant, not my number one holiday choice. I experimented with a few variations to find something lighter, dairy free and preferably with my favourite non-dairy milk…
Cardamom is one of my favourite spices because of it’s delicate but rich flavour. The combination of this unique spice works really well with the roasted kabocha squash. Most people are familiar with butternut squash but I actually prefer kabocha squash with its chestnut flavours and deliciously soft texture. This recipe was originally cooked sous…
When I think of Christmas the first thing that comes to mind is this unbelievably good dessert. And if you’re British like my grandmother you already know the deal. STP is super soft, moist and ideally drowned in a delicious, rich caramel sauce. I’ve changed this recipe slightly to include a salted caramel sauce which…
I discovered this wild combination through experimenting one night while trying to make my baked chicken wings a little more interesting. The result was surprisingly delicious – salty, sticky, sweet with an incredible umami punch. The best part is that they’re pretty easy to make and there’s no need for a deep-fryer this time as…
I don’t trust people who say they don’t like bitterballen. They’re just too good to turn down. Crispy golden brown on the outside and stuffed with mouth-watering braised beef make these the ultimate snack to munch on while sipping a frosty beer. Where are those people that say Dutch food sucks now? I guess they’ve never…
This roast chicken dinner with mushroom gravy definitely hits the spot. For me, it’s a ridiculously comforting meal and a little reminder of home. This recipe is for those wanting to enjoy a roast chicken dinner at home for the holidays or for those wanting a little extra comfort in their lives. Why Buy a…
This is exactly the kind of pasta I want to eat when squash season is in full swing during the fall months. It’s simple, comforting, and humbly vegetarian. The secret to this one is all in the sauce and in this recipe I’ll give you the rundown on how to make a saucy butternut squash pasta. …
Pho, beef noodle soup, bone broth or whatever you want to call it, is one of life’s greatest pleasures. A Vietnamese treasure that’s light, comforting and extremely healthy. Those that know, know… Wait what is it? Basically, Pho (pronounced PHUH) is a Vietnamese soup with rice noodles, beef and beef stock that normally simmers anywhere…
Padrón peppers are one of my favourite side dishes to eat and I buy them any time I see them in the market. They’re great because they cook so quickly and require almost no effort to make a tasty vegetable dish. Here’s some tips on how to cook Padrón peppers. What are Padrón Peppers? Originating…
Taco’s best friend is probably guacamole but pico de gallo is definitely in the friend circle. Loaded with fresh tomatoes, chili peppers and herbs, this salsa is the ultimate fresh juiciness you want in your taco. Here’s a solid recipe for a pico de gallo salsa that doesn’t disappoint. What is it? It’s a raw…
What is the BEST steak sauce? There are loads of options for steak sauces including béarnaise, demi-glace, peppercorn sauce, Diane sauce and salsa verde to name a few. My favourite steak sauce will always be a proper demi-glace jus but this is difficult and time-consuming to make at home. At home, I want something light,…
You’re hungry and you need something quick but healthy. What do you do?! Enter, this super quick sautéed asparagus recipe. It’s delicious, easy to make and best of all it’s fast. The best part about is asparagus is it doesn’t have to be overcomplicated to taste great. As long as you have a little mayo…
We actually drink this cold brew all year round because it’s delicious and quick to prepare in the morning. We make a massive batch the day before and then we have cold-brew ready to go for weeks (and we drink A LOT of coffee!). But what is the best type of coffee for cold brew?…
There are billions of recipes for chocolate chip cookies all claiming to be the very best but which one is actually the best? My happy girlfriend and I, took the “trouble” of testing various recipes for the ultimate chocolate chip cookies all claiming to be the best and have finally found the answer to that…
This strawberry salad is inspired from my time spent cooking in Paris. When I was working there I was introduced to the gorgeous combination of strawberries and peas together. And it’s pretty convenient that they are both in season around the same time. Summer or Spring Salad? Depending on where you live, this could actually…
This vodka watermelon granita is so refreshing you might actually forget about climate change and how hot it is right now. It’s a sizzling 35ºC of death right now in Maastricht with a very unsympathetic hot sun shining over the past week. The solution? Staying in the shade and eating cold things from the freezer.…
This recipe for boiled new potatoes with butter and mint is a recipe from my nanna that is simple, easy and something I never get tired of. It’s the best way to enjoy new potatoes because it really allows the true potato flavour to shine. Where Did Boiled New Potatoes Come From? My British nanna…
Cold, crunchy cucumbers are exactly what I want to eat on a hot summer day. Even better if you have some ready to pick fresh from your garden. This apple cucumber salad is light, healthy, tasty and really easy to prepare. The miso dressing gives it a nice salty, umami punch that pairs well with…
