RECIPES

Our Kitchen Renovation

Our Kitchen Renovation

Meals
I'm excited to share our incredible kitchen renovation journey with you. I truly believe that the heart of a home...
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One-Bowl Lemon Cake

One-Bowl Lemon Cake

Sweets
Lemon cake is a beloved dessert that never goes out of style. Its tangy, citrusy flavour and moist crumb texture...
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Best-Ever Overnight Focaccia

Meals Sides
Indulging in the world of baking can be a truly rewarding experience. And what better way to embark on this...
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Roasted Pumpkin, Silverbeet, and Caramelised Onion Lasagna with Creamy Ricotta Sauce

Meals Pasta
Wholesome Winter Delight: Vegetable-Packed Roasted Pumpkin, Silverbeet, and Caramelised Onion Lasagna with Creamy Ricotta Sauce As the crisp winter air...
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Vanilla Cinnamon Christmas Sheet with the Fluffiest Frosting Ever

Vanilla Cinnamon Christmas Sheet with the Fluffiest Frosting Ever

Sweets
It's almost Christmas and I've been busier than ever just like everyone else I'm sure! We have been spending the...
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Burnt Butter Bundt Cake

Burnt Butter Bundt Cake

Sweets
This cake reminds me of an old school vanilla tea cake, but WAY better! The process of ‘burning’ the butter...
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Healthy Honey and Oat Banana Bread

Healthy Honey and Oat Banana Bread

Sweets
Happy new year everyone! I'm back in the kitchen again and as you guys saw on Instagram today, I was...
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Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Goat’s Cheese, Pomegranate and Honeyed Walnuts

Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Goat’s Cheese, Pomegranate and Honeyed Walnuts

Sides
I couldn’t help but get excited when I saw pomegranates on special this week. They looked just gorgeous and I...
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Chickpea Cacciatore with Soft Polenta

Chickpea Cacciatore with Soft Polenta

Meals
What a week! I've barely cooked. Renovations are tiring! I didn't realise this for so long but this week I...
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Spring Salad with Potatoes, Green Vegetables and Herbs

Spring Salad with Potatoes, Green Vegetables and Herbs

Sides
A little while back now I was asked by the lovely team at I love linen to create an easy...
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Spaghetti and Meatballs

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Pasta
These meatballs are seriously life. I use a combination of pork and beef mince, like all good Italians, for these...
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Brown Butter Banana Bread

Brown Butter Banana Bread

Sweets
Hey friends, it’s been a minute! This year has been insane with such a crazy start for everyone, no matter...
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Alfajores

Alfajores

Sweets
I first tasted real alfajores while holidaying through Spain and Portugal last year. Even though I’d made alfajores before, these...
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One Pot Chickpea and Sausage Stew

One Pot Chickpea and Sausage Stew

Meals
Although the title of this recipe doesn't really draw you in (well, anything with the word 'stew' kinda makes me...
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Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Herb Sauce and Crispy Breadcrumbs

Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Herb Sauce and Crispy Breadcrumbs

Sides
Helllloooooo cauliflower season! I am ringing in Winter with this incredibly delicious and oh-so-simple whole roasted cauliflower with herb sauce...
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Blackberry Brioche Bread Pudding

Blackberry Brioche Bread Pudding

Sweets
Not only are we in the depths of winter at the moment in Melbourne, but we are also at the...
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Salt-Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

Salt-Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

Sides
Everyone loves a potato salad and this salt-roasted sweet potato salad is truly next-level!! It’s completely delicious, healthy, and really...
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Chicken Cacciatore

Chicken Cacciatore

Meals
I have been working on this recipe all week for you guys because it's one of my all-time favourites! It's...
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Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom Risotto

Meals
I've been having a slower couple of weeks which is super unheard of for me. I've been able to sleep...
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Vanilla Malted Milk Cheesecake

Vanilla Malted Milk Cheesecake

Sweets
Whenever we have dinner parties, this is the cake Isaac makes. It’s his specialty and he has been perfecting it...
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Frugal Mediterranean Cooking: I’m officially an author!

Frugal Mediterranean Cooking: I’m officially an author!

Meals Pasta Sides Sweets
It is with the greatest excitement ever - like heart popping out of my chest excitement - that I can...
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Easy Duck Rilettes

Easy Duck Rilettes

Sides
This week I’m sharing a recipe perfect for sharing and entertaining. It is SO simple to put together. Honestly, the...
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Classic Lasagne

Classic Lasagne

Meals Pasta
Finally I am sharing my absolute ultimate favourite classic lasagne recipe that I have made millions (…well maybe not quite...
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Spinach Cavatelli with Herby Pesto

Spinach Cavatelli with Herby Pesto

Pasta
It should come as no surprise to any of you that I adore pasta and am always jumping at the...
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Creamy Baked Pesto Chicken

Creamy Baked Pesto Chicken

Meals
I’ve spent the last two weeks travelling around Israel and Jordan and am even more hooked on Mediterranean flavours than...
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Vanilla Bean and Mango Pavlova with Macadamia

Vanilla Bean and Mango Pavlova with Macadamia

Sweets
This week I’m sharing my recipe for the perfect dessert this festive season – easy and delicious individual vanilla bean...
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Best Hummus Recipe

Best Hummus Recipe

Sides
I’ve always associated hummus with Middle-Eastern cooking and I wasn’t too far off the mark when it comes to hummus’...
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Crispy Roasted Cabbage

Crispy Roasted Cabbage

Sides
Looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy cabbage? Look no further! This recipe for crispy roasted cabbage with...
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Eggplant Parmigiana

Eggplant Parmigiana

Meals
Eggplant parmigiana is one of my favourite tray bakes. It’s so easy, delicious and uses only a handful of ingredients!...
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Burst Tomato Pasta Sauce

Burst Tomato Pasta Sauce

Meals Pasta
Indulge in a delicious homemade pasta sauce with cherry tomatoes, garlic, and parsley. This easy recipe is perfect for a...
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Creme Caramel

Creme Caramel

Sweets
If you're a fan of creamy and decadent desserts, then creme caramel is an absolute must-try. With its rich custard...
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Stracciatella Soup

Stracciatella Soup

Meals
Stracciatella soup is a beloved Italian dish that offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. With its tender egg...
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Homemade Italian Chicken Broth (Brodo)

Homemade Italian Chicken Broth (Brodo)

Meals
Growing up, one of the fondest memories I have is watching my Nonna prepare her homemade Italian chicken broth. It...
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Homemade Fennel, Lemon, and Parmesan Risotto Recipe

Homemade Fennel, Lemon, and Parmesan Risotto Recipe

Meals Pasta
Experience the taste of the season with a homemade fennel, lemon, and Parmesan risotto. This delightful dish combines the earthy...
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Minestrone-Style Vegetable and Orzo Soup

Minestrone-Style Vegetable and Orzo Soup

Meals Pasta
As the cold winter months settle in, there's nothing quite like a steaming bowl of homemade soup to warm both...
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Crispy Italian Porchetta

Crispy Italian Porchetta

Meals
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavours of traditional Italian cuisine with this homemade porchetta recipe. A succulent pork belly, expertly seasoned...
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Healthy Zucchini, Dill and Feta Slice

Healthy Zucchini, Dill and Feta Slice

Meals Sides
Looking for a delicious and healthy dish that will satisfy your cravings? Look no further than this zucchini dill and...
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Vegetarian Nut ‘Roast’

Vegetarian Nut ‘Roast’

Meals
Looking for a mouthwatering vegetarian centrepiece for your Christmas table? Look no further than this delectable nut 'roast' recipe. Bursting...
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Pizza alla Vodka Con Nduja

Pizza alla Vodka Con Nduja

Meals
Calling all pizza lovers! If you're looking to elevate your pizza night with a burst of exciting flavours, look no...
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Buttery Banana Bread with Passionfruit Cream Cheese Frosting

Buttery Banana Bread with Passionfruit Cream Cheese Frosting

Sweets
Indulge your taste buds with a slice of heaven in the form of this buttery banana bread. Moist, flavorful, and...
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