Delicious Recipes for Every Taste
Hi! I’m Olivia—home cook, flavor explorer, and the voice behind this blog. My recipes offer fresh twists on classic dishes, drawing inspiration from global flavors. I believe every meal should be a celebration, whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a feast for friends.
⏲ Prep: 10 mins 🔥 Cook: 10 mins 🍴 Servings: 2–3 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start 🌱 Fresh Herbs, Fresh Flavor: Use the best-looking herbs you can find. In warmer months, nothing beats your own garden’s bounty. 🧀 Why Chèvre? Goat cheese adds a tangy creaminess that pairs beautifully with bright herbs. 🔥 […]
⏲ Prep: 20 mins 🔥 Cook: ~45 mins 🍴 Servings: 2–3 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start 🐉 Dragon Design: Slicing the aubergine thinly but leaving the bottom intact allows you to fan out the slices and tuck in tomatoes and courgettes, giving it a whimsical “dragon” effect. 🔥 High Oven Temp: Roasting at […]
⏲ Prep: 15 mins 🔥 Cook: 20 mins 🍴 Servings: 2–3 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start 🌱 Harvest Time: If you have an allotment or garden, gather whatever veggies are in season. It’s a great way to add variety and color to your fried rice. 💧 Rehydrating Shiitake: Use warm water and soak […]
⏲ Prep: 15 mins 🔥 Cook: 20–25 mins 🍴 Servings: 6–8 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start 🍍 No Sugar Needed: Fresh pineapple and other fruits bring enough natural sweetness. Skip the added sugar or sweeteners entirely! 🧈 Store-Bought Pastry: A ready-made pastry dough is a shortcut that ensures consistent, flaky results. Feel free […]
⏲ Prep: 15 mins 🔥 Cook: ~30 mins 🍴 Servings: 4–6 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start 🌱 Vegan Baking Bonus: Skipping eggs doesn’t mean skipping flavor! This Tarte Tatin often tastes richer and more vibrant, highlighting the fruit’s natural tang and sweetness. 🥧 Upside-Down Magic: Tarte Tatin bakes fruit on the bottom with […]
⏲ Prep: 10 mins 🔥 Cook: 20 mins 🍴 Servings: 2–3 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start 🫀 Circulation Booster: Sesame oil and ginger combine to warm you from the inside out—perfect for cold or rainy weather. ⚠️ Health Warnings: If you’re pregnant or have a cold/flu, be cautious with black sesame oil and […]
⏲ Prep: 10 mins 🔥 Cook: 45 mins 🍴 Servings: 2–3 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start 🍝 Spaghetti Squash 101: Look for a ripe, firm squash. A quick pre-roast makes it much easier to cut in half and helps pull out moisture for that perfect spaghetti-like texture. 🍅 Tomato Types: Cherry or olive-shaped […]
⏲ Prep: 30 mins 🔥 Cook: 25 mins 🍴 Servings: 4 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start ✨ Jackfruit Magic: Canned jackfruit transforms into a meat-like texture when hand-squeezed and cooked properly. Be sure to drain it well before you start. 🥦 Bone Substitute: Cauliflower stalks make clever “bones.” You can also use thick […]
⏲ Prep: 15 mins 🔥 Cook: 20 mins 🍴 Servings: 2–3 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start 🌱 Green Noodles: You can substitute the green noodles with spinach pasta, spiralized zucchini noodles, or even regular spaghetti if you can’t find green varieties. 🍄 Mushroom Choice: Shiitake are ideal for their deep, savory flavor. If […]
⏲ Prep: 20 mins 🔥 Cook: 10 mins 🍴 Servings: 4 🧑🍳 Stuff to Know Before You Start 🌿 Herb Hack: Tarragon (a.k.a. estragon) pairs beautifully with tomatoes, but coriander (cilantro) is a fresh alternative if you can’t find tarragon. 🌱 Edamame Essentials: Make sure to steam the edamame thoroughly so it’s soft enough to […]