Eton Mess
This dish is probably as British as it gets in terms of desserts. It's so simple and perfect for summer, especially since strawberries...
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May 26, 2022
Maltese Broad Bean and Israeli Couscous Stew (Kusksu bil- Ful)
Back home in Malta this is an extremely popular dish, especially when broad beans are in season. It's a labour of love as we buy fresh...
May 12, 2022
Greek Spinach and Feta Filo Pie
This is such a lovely dish for the summer, when it's far too warm to eat anything heavy, but want something that'll keep you nice and...
Apr 14, 2022
Hot Cross Buns
Is it really Easter if you haven't had any hot cross buns? I have to say, no. They're exceptionally simple to make at home, and in my...
Oct 28, 2021
Maltese Bones of the Dead Biscuits (Għadam tal-Mejtin)
November is a month traditionally reserved for remembering our loved ones who've passed away back in Malta. Whether that's by planning a...
Sep 10, 2021
Maltese Spinach and Tuna Pie
Pies are great - and I refuse to hear anything opposing this view. You can make them ahead of time, they travel great, you can make them...
Sep 2, 2021
Panka's Lángos (Hungarian Fried Bread)
One of the great things about having housemates, particularly from all around the world, is that you get to taste food from different...
Jun 24, 2021
Maltese Braġioli (Beef Olives)
I love sharing recipes from home, and this one is no different. A staple in most Maltese households, braġioli, or beef olives, are served...
May 27, 2021
Zita's Kuglóf/Kugelhopf - Marbled Bundt Cake
Potentially one of my favourite things is receiving recipes from people. Automatically, I love the recipe 10x more if it's been sent to...
Apr 29, 2021
Homemade Pizza
I think the one thing we could potentially get everyone to agree on, is that pizza is great. Generally, pizza doesn't need much to be...
Apr 22, 2021
Classic Tiramisu
Tiramisu is one of my ultimate favourite desserts. It's so simple to make, and can be whipped up in just 20 minutes and left in the...
Mar 25, 2021
Easter Sunday Lamb Roast
Nothing screams Easter Sunday lunch more than lamb to me. This year, I'm having to put together my own Easter lunch for the first time...
Mar 18, 2021
Maltese Figolli
I have been itching to share this recipe for ages, but it is an Easter specific one - so now's the time! A traditional treat, every year...
Mar 11, 2021
Portuguese Custard Tarts
These little morsels of custard and pastry are pure perfection, in my humble opinion. Flakey, buttery pastry cups, filled with a homemade...
Mar 4, 2021
Maltese Timpana
Whenever I describe this dish to anyone who's not Maltese, I get the weirdest looks. It's got quite a mix of things going on, so the...
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