Gulab jamun inspired sticky buns (makes 8) It’s starting to feel very autumnal and this is the time when I start making some comfort bakes like the flavoured rolls or buns. It could be cardamom or cinnamon buns or chocolate rolls but mostly it is the sticky buns as its something we all love in our family. We … Read More
Chocolate pistachio kheer This Diwali I am bringing you a classic dessert with a twist, a little addition of chocolate ganache will make your kheer even more special and delicious. Cooked using Tilda Pure Basmati this is a lovely dessert to end a festive meal. (serves 2) 700 ml whole milk 60 gms Tilda pure basmati rice 40 gms … Read More
Veg and peanut pulao Diwali is a time to celebrate with family and friends and lots of delicious food. This Diwali I have teamed up with Tilda to bring you this amazing Vegetable Peanut pulao which is ready in minutes and tastes absolutely delicious. perfect recipe to bring to the table for everyone to share. (serves 4) 2 tbsp sunflower … Read More
Turmeric and lemon cake When you are looking for something with a little zing and a light fluffy cake all in one in this loaf cake. The lemon zest and sugar syrup makes it sharp and light and the addition of turmeric gives it a vibrant colour and a delicate flavour too. For the cake 150 gms softened butter … Read More
These sticky chicken wings make for a fantastic midweek meal or a delightful addition to a full weekend feast. Once marinated, they’re a quick bake in the oven or a barbecue – in my case, I used a Green Egg! Enjoy the savory goodness without spending too much time in the kitchen. Ingredients12 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless For the … Read More
Vegan kebab rolls with crispy salad and cooling mint yogurt Summer is a busy time of the year with a hectic schedule packed of kids activities whether its sports day, trips to the beach or weekend tournaments. And for all such days I need a packed meal or picnic of some sort. And for such meals you need something … Read More
Sorrento lemon and Dukkah chicken with warm chickpea salad As we enter spring it is still too early for crunchy light salads but there is definitely room for filling warm salads and a flavourful chicken to go with it. I am always looking for new ingredients to bring freshness to my cooking. Having spotted this Dukkah spice mix at Sainsbury’s … Read More
Victoria Sponge cake! For this Mother’s Day I decided to do a special video both with my Mum and my daughter. This is a very special video as Sia made my favourite cake of all time ‘The Victoria Sponge’ and my mum loves it too. I fell in love with this cake when I moved to the U.K. many years … Read More
It is really cold now and in this weather what we all really want is a lovely bowl of warm and spicy food. This should also mean something that is quick to put together and this is where the recipe fits in beautifully. I have teamed up with Sainsbury’s to give their new falafel and quinoa a go and combined … Read More
I love stuffed parathas, they are not only easy and quick to make but also quite satisfying and filling to eat, great comfort food. These can be enjoyed with raita, pickle, chutney or on its own. Also good for packed lunches and picnics as they can be prepared a bit ahead. Best to cook them in some homemade ghee but … Read More
