“There are no measures.Neither in cooking nor in love.It’s all driven by instincts.” Would you believe, Indian biryani is not actually Indian,It is believed that this royal delicacy originated from Persia and was brought to India by Mughals.Since then it has been amongst the most popular and considered a luxurious treat preferred on special occasions….
Category: Dinner
Recipes From the West: A John West & Food Anatomist Collaboration
Whether you’re a busy student or working a hectic schedule, meal prepping is key to staying on track with a healthy diet. During all of my years of experimenting with fast, efficient, and tasty meals, tinned tuna has always been a part of my shopping list for its versatility and ability to be used in…
Fakeaway Fried Noodles
There’s no real need to repeat how much of a fan I am of putting a healthier and/or cheaper twist on a beloved takeaway – but there I go. Fried noodles are one of those things that we all associate with a treat when we get it in on our Chinese takeaway order on the…
Healthy Turkey Balls in a Rich Cream Sauce
Makes 8 meatballs and serves 3-4 people. Ingredients: For the meatballs: Turkey mince, 800 g Eggs, 2 Wholemeal bread, 4 slices Onion, red, 1 medium Fresh parsley, handful, chopped finely Salt & pepper For the sauce: Cream, 150 mL Butter, 3 heaped tbsp White wine 100 mL Veg stock, 300 mL Cornflour, 2 tbsp Mushrooms,…
A Taste of Georgia
If you were to quickly research Georgian Cuisine, you would find no shortage of travel and food bloggers ardently logging their food diaries as they make their way across the beautiful Caucasus country. Intersecting Eastern Europe and Western Asia, Georgia has a rich history deep-rooted in a variety of different cultures dating back hundreds of…
Seafood Paella
Hey all! So, when I was challenged by Don Carlos to come up with a traditional Spanish recipe using their gorgeous oil, of course I went for the traditional, delicious Seafood Paella. Olive oil is used widely in spain and is the foundation of many traditional sauces. As well as that, seafood and fresh herbs…
Mackerel Pâté Stuffed Sweet Potato
Did you know that eating a sweet potato gives you the majority of your daily vitamin A intake? It’s the vitamin we also know as retinol which helps keep skin and the lining of some parts of the body, healthy, and also helps the body’s immune system work properly; not to mention helps keep our vision healthy…
Aubergine Parmigiana
Did you know that Aubergines are high in nutrients such as Folate, Potassium, Vitamins C & K, as well as being high in antioxidants, and fibre, which may contribute to maintaining good blood-sugar control? (source) It’s also a very versatile vegetable (I’ve already added an Aubergine Lasagna recipe to my blog) which can be used…
Georgian Khachapuri and Walnut Salad
After trying Georgian cuisine when I visited recently, I swore to myself that I would try to recreate the experience from home if I could because I enjoyed it so much! Khachapuri (the bread filled with cheese that looks like a boat) was the first on my list and I finally got around to making…
My Favourite Fresh Tacos
One of my favourite cuisines is definitely Mexican. I love how, even though the recipes are always delicious, they can be made pretty healthy too. I find that indulging in a meal of tacos leads to a lot less regret than indulging in a tray of nachos, as there’s a much less quantity of carbs…
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