The best meals in our house are the ones when everyone at the table is happy, and this dish is one of these! Think a giant crispy potato rosti (like a hashbrown), a fried egg with a runny yolk, salty bacon, and some fresh spinach. I also love how affordable this dish is, everything for…
Oaty Fruit Slice
We have been preserving a lot of fruit recently. The shelves in the garage are adorned with stewed apples, pears and peaches. So much so I have been weaving them into my cooking wherever possible. I have also felt myself wanting to bake more. I think it was during lockdown having the kids home more,…
Beetroot, Roast Vegetable & Cheddar Calzone
It’s been delightful seeing everyone get creative with bread recently. Calzones are a twist on your standard pizza where all the goodies are on the inside. I fondly remember getting them at cafes in Wellington when I was a teenager. Todays’ Calzone is Beetroot, Roast Vegetable & Cheddar, but you can go crazy with your…
Easter Egg Hunt
I love Easter and in light of what is going on in the world at the moment, I am looking for little moments of Joy in day to day life. This Easter, one of things I am doing is an Easter Egg Hunt with my family. My kids are a great age for Easter Egg…
One Pot Chicken & Coconut Rice
I love food like this, where all the elements get cooked together and the result is a delicious marriage of flavours. The fact that you marinate the chicken and then cook everything in the same dish saves on time and washing up! I’ve partnered with @Countdown_nz to create this epic recipe to highlight Family Fridays…
Salmon Tray Bake with Herby Lemon Mayo
Summer is my undoubtedly my favourite season. I adore the carefree vibe that the season oozes. I love that my children run barefoot & we spend afternoons beside the water. Mealtimes are fluid and effortless. This recipe was born from thinking about effortless cooking and eating. The vegetables and salmon all cook together, and I…
Ham Salad with Grilled Peaches & Honey Mustard Dressing
Leftover Christmas Ham? Try it in this fresh and colourful salad alongside Grilled Peaches and a delectable Honey Mustard Dressing. It’s the perfect plate to enjoy with your friends and family this New Years. The peaches are in season now and our whole family just adore them. You can grill them on a griddle pan…
Pomegranate & Orange Glazed Salmon
It might be controversial, but for me the Christmas Lunch highlight is Salmon. When it is treated with care it is a showstopper. In my humble opinion anyway 😊 This recipe is so simple and it is as satisfying to eat as it is to look at! You can make the glaze up a day…
Buddha Bowl with Green Goddess Dressing
Ahhh Spring, I love you! I love your new life, your new blooms and I’m not gonna lie, I love your new food! The seasonal produce at Countdown right now is so gorgeous! I love walking into the fruit and vegetable section and ideas jumping out at me. Even when I shop on line (like…
Polenta Crusted Fish with Oven Roasted Chips
Using polenta in this Polenta Crusted Fish dish is a great twist on crumbing. It also makes them gluten free and you still get a delicious crunch. Most white fleshed fish would work well. Remember to season well, both fried fish, and potatoes love salt so don’t be shy!