Khanom Lod Chong Nam Ka Ti

Ingredient2 cups of rice flour1 cup of palm sugar1/2 cup of concentrated pandanus squeeze7 cups of red lime water2 cups of coconut milk1/2 teaspoon of saltMethod1. Knead rice flour with pandanus squee
Khanom Lod Chong Nam Ka Ti: Khanom Lod Chong Nam Ka Ti

Spiced Quinoa salad with chickpeas and mango chutney

D has been travelling (driving) back and fro from the West of Scotland to Essex the past few weeks. He is away again to be with his mother. I have found that I have become rather lazy just cooking for
Spiced Quinoa salad with chickpeas and mango chutney: Spiced Quinoa salad with chickpeas and mango chutney

A tree full of waxwings

Our garden right now can be described as a Twitchers Paradise! Look left Look right 'Okay, its all right here' 'Not the greatest apple I've ever eaten, but beggars can't be choosers, even one so prett
A tree full of waxwings: A tree full of waxwings

Leek and Butter bean cassoulet

Cassoulet is a rich, slow-cooked bean stew or casserole originating in the south of France. Traditionally cassoulet is made with meat and white haricot beans. The dish is named after its cooking
Leek and Butter bean cassoulet: Leek and Butter bean cassoulet

Carrot Cake Pancakes

How I love a stack of hot of the griddle, drenched in syrup, fancy pancakes! Here's a recipe you are definitely going to want to add to the weekend mornings breakfast rotation. I think I could probabl
Carrot Cake Pancakes: Carrot Cake Pancakes

Mushroom Tofu loaf served with Chipotle runner bean ragout

Although meatloaf is of European origin, I have always associated it as part of American cuisine. So it will not be a surprise to some of you that I have never seen a meatloaf up close. But D having l
Mushroom Tofu loaf served with Chipotle runner bean ragout: Mushroom Tofu loaf served with Chipotle runner bean ragout

Earthy Chestnut Mushroom soup

Ive never really enjoyed eating mushrooms, especially button mushrooms. I find them bland. The only time I will compromise using them is when they are combined with other ingredients. The one mushr
Earthy Chestnut Mushroom soup: Earthy Chestnut Mushroom soup

Strawberry Coffee Cake

I tell you no lie when I say this Strawberry Coffee Cake is the best coffee cake I've ever eaten! I love it! It makes sense that I like it so much because I adapted the recipe slightly from my favorit
Strawberry Coffee Cake: Strawberry Coffee Cake

Khanom Kong (Kong Snack)

Khanom Kong is dedicated as ornaments.
Khanom Kong (Kong Snack): Khanom Kong (Kong Snack)

Apple and chilli flakes jelly jam

I am still delving deep into my big jute bag that is holding all my windfall apples. I keep looking at them, expecting there to be a large empty gap, but no - there are still so many that I am still w
Apple and chilli flakes jelly jam: Apple and chilli flakes jelly jam

Ochre okra in masala

The Okra has many wonderful names, bhindi, bamia, gumbo and lady fingers.But the thought of eating them, does not excite everyone including me. Although rather elegant on the outside, once pierced or
Ochre okra in masala: Ochre okra in masala

Pumpkin Bars with Fluffy Cream Cheese Frosting

I just couldn't wait any longer. I say it's officially time for a Fall inspired post. I love all the flavors of Fall. The aromatic spices, the caramel apples, the pumpkin pie and the fresh off the cob
Pumpkin Bars with Fluffy Cream Cheese Frosting: Pumpkin Bars with Fluffy Cream Cheese Frosting

Khanom Kluay

Khanom KluayThis is one of them. A kind of mashed banana mixed with flour and coconut milk. This is placed into banana leaf cups and shredded coconut is put on top. This is then steamed for about 10 m
Khanom Kluay: Khanom Kluay

Grilled Chicken Caprese Pasta

If you love Italian food then this is a deluxe meal you will most definitely want to try! It is fancy, loaded with fresh goodness, creamy, hearty and beyond good! You get everything that's on your ave
Grilled Chicken Caprese Pasta: Grilled Chicken Caprese Pasta

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache and Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting

So, do I have you drooling yet? Simply put, these are by far the best fall cupcake! I keep seeing all these pumpkin cupcake recipes popping up everywhere but they all seem to be just about the same, s
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache and Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting: Pumpkin Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache and Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting

Creamy Raspberry Hot Chocolate

I'm so excited, it snowed today! There's no better time to cook up some hot chocolate then during a winter storm! I love this hot chocolate because I love the rich chocolate flavor and sweet raspber
Creamy Raspberry Hot Chocolate: Creamy Raspberry Hot Chocolate

Spiced Tamarind (Imli) Corn Soup

Sweet corn always reminds me of my childhood. My mother would often slowly cook corn cobs under the grill or in the oven. When it came out slightly turned golden and black in some places, we would all
Spiced Tamarind (Imli) Corn Soup: Spiced Tamarind (Imli) Corn Soup

Is it a Swede, no its a Turnip (neep)

Well it depends where you are.I am about to post a recipe on my blog using Swede and whenever I do it causes much discussion. So I thought I'd show you a photograph of this vegetable.For me this is a
Is it a Swede, no its a Turnip (neep): Is it a Swede, no its a Turnip (neep)

Upgraded No Bake Cookies Two Ways

Almond No Bake CookiesYields 2 Dozen1/2 cup unsalted butter2 cups granulated sugar2/3 cup milk1/4 cup cocoa powder1/2 cup almond butter1 tsp vanilla extract3 cups quick cooking oats3/4 cup salted toas
Upgraded No Bake Cookies Two Ways: Upgraded No Bake Cookies Two Ways

The Best Chocolate Cake You Ever Ate

Ahh chocolate cake, doesn't it just make life good? And what makes life really good? A moist, lightly fudgy, perfectly chocolaty, slightly dense, kissed with cinnamon piece of the perfect chocolate ca
The Best Chocolate Cake You Ever Ate: The Best Chocolate Cake You Ever Ate

Apple Pie Bars

Any day is a good day for apple pie, right? To me apple pie isn't just a Fall and Thanksgiving dessert, I want apple pie all through out the year. Why have such a good thing only once a year? Also, wh
Apple Pie Bars: Apple Pie Bars

Pumpkin Pie Dip (A 5 Minute Recipe)

Some of you may be thinking, what is with this girl? Does she only eat pumpkin? I know I've posted a lot of pumpkin recipes lately, but it's just that time of year =). Also the other reason, I always
Pumpkin Pie Dip (A 5 Minute Recipe): Pumpkin Pie Dip (A 5 Minute Recipe)

Ginger Plum crumble

I just loved the colour of these plums. They reminded me of the kind of deep purple I was happy and more daring to wear on my lips in my younger years. Pretending to look all sultry and moody. I don't
Ginger Plum crumble: Ginger Plum crumble

Pumpkin Pie Dip (A 5 Minute Recipe)

Some of you may be thinking, what is with this girl? Does she only eat pumpkin? I know I've posted a lot of pumpkin recipes lately, but it's just that time of year =). Also the other reason, I always
Pumpkin Pie Dip (A 5 Minute Recipe): Pumpkin Pie Dip (A 5 Minute Recipe)

Khanom tong yib(Golden Flowers)

Ingredients20 duck egg yolks10 measuring cups castor sugar6 measuring cups fresh water10 pandanus leavesMethodsMethods of Thick Syrup1. Mix sugar and eggshell. Add water and pandanus leaves. Bring to
Khanom tong yib(Golden Flowers): Khanom tong yib(Golden Flowers)

Khanom Puak Kuan

Our dessert today was Khanom Puak Kuan. There are two different kinds as you can see in this picture. The brown one is a taro pudding and the yellow one is made from mung bean. These are cooked first
Khanom Puak Kuan: Khanom Puak Kuan

Auntie Anne’s Pretzel’s Copycat Recipe

Mall pretzels that you can now enjoy in the comfort of your home for a fraction of the price with countless dipping sauce options, yes please! I found this recipe over at one of my favorite food blogs
Auntie Anne’s Pretzel’s Copycat Recipe: Auntie Anne’s Pretzel’s Copycat Recipe

KHAO PHAT KRATIEM (Garlic Fried Rice)

KHAO PHAT KRATIEMINGREDIENTS Left over rice, at room temperature 1 1/2 cupVegetable oil 1/4 cupGarlic, chopped 3 tbsp.Egg 1 wholeSpring onions, chopped 6Butter 1 tbsp.Japanese soy sauce 3 tbsp.Salt/pe
KHAO PHAT KRATIEM (Garlic Fried Rice): KHAO PHAT KRATIEM (Garlic Fried Rice)

Oreo Cheesecake Bites (a no bake recipe)

I'm in love with the cheesecake bites lately, can you tell =)? Three cheesecake bite posts in a row. Hopefully that will give you an idea of just how simple and incredible these are. These are dangero
Oreo Cheesecake Bites (a no bake recipe): Oreo Cheesecake Bites (a no bake recipe)

Khao Lam (Sticky Rice in Bamboo)

Khao LamWhen you are travelling, one of the highlights is always tasting the local specialties. Last weekend I was in Nakhon Pathom which is famous for khao lam - which is sticky rice cooked in a bamb
Khao Lam (Sticky Rice in Bamboo): Khao Lam (Sticky Rice in Bamboo)

Khanom Tom

Ingredients 1 kg. glutinous rice flour 4 cups water 3 coconuts 1 1/2 kg. palm sugarPreparations 1. Grate coconut meat. 2. Mix 1 cup of water with palm sugar. Stir till the sugar dissolves over the he
Khanom Tom: Khanom Tom

Brussels Sprouts Hash

Early last year, I harvested a mound of sprouts from the allotment plot. This year, I did have some Brussels growing in the garden plot with designs to enjoy them on Christmas day, but each and every
Brussels Sprouts Hash: Brussels Sprouts Hash

Thai fruits

Thai fruitsThailand has fresh fruits all the year round .You can meet many fresh fruits on street 0r fresh-food market.Thai fruits are delicious and mostly are sweet.Thailand is popularly known as the
Thai fruits: Thai fruits

Steamed Lemon and Rosemary Pudding

We dont always have dessert or pudding after our evening meal, but with my mother in law with us. I thought why not, we all need a little sweetening. I had decided that I wanted to make something
Steamed Lemon and Rosemary Pudding: Steamed Lemon and Rosemary Pudding

Savoury Mushroom and Leek Pudding

My mother-in-law, and late father-in-law often checked out my blog. It was their way of keeping an eye on our antics and our occasional travels around Scotland. Neither of them are that fussed about e
Savoury Mushroom and Leek Pudding: Savoury Mushroom and Leek Pudding

Smoky black beans meet snow white

Not that you can tell, but this bowl of Smoky Black beans was photographed on Sunday, outside the ice rink in my garden, otherwise known as my garden plot covered in snow.I've made a deeply intense Bl
Smoky black beans meet snow white: Smoky black beans meet snow white

Armistice Day - Commonwealth contribution

Britain could not have won either of the World Wars without the contribution made by non-white and non-British soldiers. On this Remembrance day, please remember the forgotten soldiers and Women too,
Armistice Day - Commonwealth contribution: Armistice Day - Commonwealth contribution

Tab Tim Grob ( Red Rubies)

Ingredients1 cup water chestnuts 1/2 tapioca flour 1/2 cup sugar 3/4 cup jasmine essence water 3/4 coconut milk red food colouring crushed ice Method1. To make the jasmine essence water, soak the jasm
Tab Tim Grob ( Red Rubies): Tab Tim Grob ( Red Rubies)

Apple and cinnamon stick Jelly

As promised here is the Apple and cinnamon jelly recipe. Unlike the Rosehip and Melon jelly, the one thing I noticed about this recipe was the amount of scum (white froth or form) rising to the surfac
Apple and cinnamon stick Jelly: Apple and cinnamon stick Jelly

Uchiki Kuri Squash and Broccoli pie

Although the pumpkins have disappeared from the supermarket shelves, you will still find plenty of winter squashes. In my first year of growing vegetables, I had sowed some Uchiki Kuri squash seeds. U
Uchiki Kuri Squash and Broccoli pie: Uchiki Kuri Squash and Broccoli pie

Khanom Krok

Another one of my favourite street food snacks has to be khanom krok. This can be loosely translated into English as Coconut Pudding. It is basically a mixture of flour batter and coconut cream cooked
Khanom Krok: Khanom Krok

Broccoli Ham Grilled Cheese Sandwich

I'm almost at a loss for words to describe this Broccoli Ham Grilled Cheese Sandwich, it is just that good! I guess I will say, let the pictures tell you everything you need to know about this sandwic
Broccoli Ham Grilled Cheese Sandwich: Broccoli Ham Grilled Cheese Sandwich

A Bowl of Beetroot Bulgar

This deep black bowl is filled with grains dyed crimson from the bleeding beetroot. It is such a beautiful and dramatic colour that it shocks the senses. You are not quite sure what to expect.When I o
A Bowl of Beetroot Bulgar: A Bowl of Beetroot Bulgar

Lemony Parsnip and leek soup

I think I've mentioned before that I really like Jane Grigsons Classic 'curried parsnip soup'. It is always the first parsnip recipe to cross my mind, especially when parsnips are in season. But as mu
Lemony Parsnip and leek soup: Lemony Parsnip and leek soup

Healthy Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Healthy grilled cheese, say what!? Can those three words even go together? This sandwich is amazing! Anyone who is a fan of grilled cheese (or not) I suggest you convert to this method. You won't regr
Healthy Grilled Cheese Sandwich: Healthy Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Mulled carrot jam

With some carrots beginning to give a little, I thought I'd have a go at making some carrot jam.So what is carrot jam? Carrot jam is just that jam made from carrot. It was around my University days th
Mulled carrot jam: Mulled carrot jam

Raspberry Swirl Rolls

So, I have finally done it! My first food blog post! Raspberry Swirl Rolls, they are divine! If you like raspberries you will love these! Fresh out of the oven they melt in your mouth! They are l
Raspberry Swirl Rolls: Raspberry Swirl Rolls

A comforting soup

I don't like talking about my work on my blog, as I like to completely switch off from it when I get home. But recently that has not been easy to do. I've been coming home most evenings feeling rather
A comforting soup: A comforting soup

KhanomThai (Thai sweets.) 1

KhanomThai I love Thai sweets such as Khanom Chan ( Multi-Layer Sweet),Phak Thong Sangkaya ( Custard Steamed in Pumpkin) etc.Thai sweets are made from refined recipes that have been passed down for ce
KhanomThai (Thai sweets.) 1: KhanomThai (Thai sweets.) 1

Pumpkin Pie French Toast with Caramel Syrup

Do you ever get tired of that same old basic french toast? If you are looking to add something exciting and full of flavor this is a recipe you need to try! This french toast has all the flavors of
Pumpkin Pie French Toast with Caramel Syrup: Pumpkin Pie French Toast with Caramel Syrup

Khanom kheng Sai Kem

Khanom Keng Sai KemIngredient2 cup sticky rice flour1 and 2/3 cup sugar3 cup waterStuffing1 cup mashed mung bean (genus Phaseoias)1/3 cup minced pork2 tbsp. minced coriander roots1 tbsp. pepper1 and 1
Khanom kheng Sai Kem: Khanom kheng Sai Kem

Khanom Wun Kati (Coconut Milk Over Gelatin Dessert)

Jelly with Coconut Cream Topping is an easy to make Thai dessert. It can be served in all occasions for everybody and can be adjusted into various tastes and colours such as Coconut CreamTopping, Jell
Khanom Wun Kati (Coconut Milk Over Gelatin Dessert): Khanom Wun Kati (Coconut Milk Over Gelatin Dessert)

Brussels Sprout Pie

As a break from the faux meat loaf that dominates our Christmas meals most years, yesterday I had made this Brussels Sprout Pie. Whilst making the vegetable filling for this raised pie, my heart sank
Brussels Sprout Pie: Brussels Sprout Pie

Cauliflower, broccoli and leek gratin

This is not the prettiest of dishes, but this vegetable gratin was packed with flavour, texture and bite. I especially liked the herby-seedy bread crumbed topping. It was light, crisp and very satis
Cauliflower, broccoli and leek gratin: Cauliflower, broccoli and leek gratin

Snovember

Woke up and looked outside of the window and saw the streets and roads paved with snow....BBrrrrrr....I would have been quite content staying in the warms of our four walls, but no my husband says let
Snovember: Snovember

Kanom Tian ( Stuffed Dough Pyramid Dessert)

INGREDIENTS 1 kilogram sticky rice flour3 cups water8oo gram palm sugarStuffing:1/3 cup minced pork1/2 cup mung bean2 tbsp. minced coriander roots1 tbsp. pepper1 and 1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup minced onion1
Kanom Tian ( Stuffed Dough Pyramid Dessert): Kanom Tian ( Stuffed Dough Pyramid Dessert)

Rum Pumpkin Jam

Or should I call it Rum Pumpkin Puree?! The field pumpkin I used for the Pumpkin, black bean and leek was rather generous in size. I had enough for at least four different meals. But not wanting to ba
Rum Pumpkin Jam: Rum Pumpkin Jam

Pumpkin Cake Truffles

Doesn't chocolate just make life great? I love, absolutely LOVE, chocolate! I also love pumpkin cupcakes, so it's time to combine the two! So here it is, the Pumpkin Cake Truffle! A moist pumpkin
Pumpkin Cake Truffles: Pumpkin Cake Truffles

Eggnog and Pineapple Loaf

My first Christmas with Ds parents saw me introduced to shockingly yellow drink known as eggnog. It was served to me with lemonade and looked like banana milkshake laced with cinnamon and nutmeg. I ac
Eggnog and Pineapple Loaf: Eggnog and Pineapple Loaf

Strawberry Curd Yogurt Loaf

About a month ago I watched Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall River Cottage Every day, I was inspired to make some of his Lemon Curd muffins, but was going to replace the lemon curd with some of my home-ma
Strawberry Curd Yogurt Loaf: Strawberry Curd Yogurt Loaf

Best Ever Cinnamon Rolls

Okay, so this is officially the longest post I think I've ever done. It's taken a few days for this one and I've been thinking of what I'd put in these Cinnamon Rolls for a long time . I've been wanti
Best Ever Cinnamon Rolls: Best Ever Cinnamon Rolls

Greyfriars Kirk and Herbs

Yesterday, we decided to take the train into Edinburgh. We were only here a couple of months ago, when we explored Leith. We took a slow stroll in Princes Street Gardens. Then decided to wander toward
Greyfriars Kirk and Herbs: Greyfriars Kirk and Herbs

A vegan Ponkie Ghanaian Pumpkin

No, this is not a derogatory term to describe my vegan friends, this is my interpretation of a Ghanaian dish known as Ponkie. So what is Ponkie? Ponkie is the Ghanaian word for pumpkin. The dish is tr
A vegan Ponkie Ghanaian Pumpkin: A vegan Ponkie Ghanaian Pumpkin

KAI PHAT KHING (Stirfried Chicken with Ginger)

KAI PHAT KHINGINGREDIENTSVegetable oil 4 tbsp.Chicken breast meat , sliced 8 oz.Onion, peeled and sliced from stem to blossom 1Young ginger, julienne 1/2 cupWoodear mushrooms, soaked in water, rough c
KAI PHAT KHING (Stirfried Chicken with Ginger): KAI PHAT KHING (Stirfried Chicken with Ginger)

Reese’s Krispie Treats

Don't you love when you finally get around to making one of those recipes that you've had pinned or bookmarked for several months, especially when it's a really good one? This is one of those for me a
Reese’s Krispie Treats: Reese’s Krispie Treats

Honeydew Melon cake for a crowd

I had picked up a melon, dare I say it about a month ago. It has been nestling in my fruit bowl for all that time. I kept forgetting about it as it kept disappearing underneath the windfall apples. I
Honeydew Melon cake for a crowd: Honeydew Melon cake for a crowd

Twist Cookies

If you are like me, then sometimes it's hard for you to pick which flavor chocolate or vanilla. That is why I created these delicious cookies! I came up with the name thinking of twist ice cream con
Twist Cookies: Twist Cookies

White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

It's always such a pity to cut into this cheesecake... but, oh so worth it! You won't be able to stop with just one slice!I had to take a picture of my slice because this hasn't ever happened when I'
White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake: White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Honeydew Melon Chilli Jammy Jelly

This was a foodie experiment of mine to capture a little bit of Sunshine in a jar. So when the dark clouds are looming outside I can look at the golden colours and smile, and remember the warmers days
Honeydew Melon Chilli Jammy Jelly: Honeydew Melon Chilli Jammy Jelly

Garam Masala Swede Cakes

The Swiss chard, lentil and mango chutney pie I made a few days ago has been shrinking happily in quantity. However, the puff pastry no longer flaky, but claggy and soft. So it was not enough to rehea
Garam Masala Swede Cakes: Garam Masala Swede Cakes

Cumin spiced Barley with broccoli

I am happy to look at other grainy alternatives such as bulghur wheat, couscous, farro, oats and rye and expand my culinary repertoire, but not for barley. I don't make time for barley. I had horrible
Cumin spiced Barley with broccoli: Cumin spiced Barley with broccoli

Spinach and split green pea soup

My lonesome evening meals over the past few days have not been the most exciting or inspiring. I have had Spinach and green split pea lentil soup, three days on the trot. But for enjoyment purposes, I
Spinach and split green pea soup: Spinach and split green pea soup

Vegetarian suet Mushroom Pudding

My mother-in-law is here with us. She braved the snow and decided to fly up to Snowy Scotland. Shes hardly been here long and is already worried about getting back to Essex as more snow is predicte
Vegetarian suet Mushroom Pudding: Vegetarian suet Mushroom Pudding

Banana Bread - The Perfect Loaf

Here is a recipe that is my proud result of many trial and error loaves of banana bread in an effort to achieve the perfect loaf. I've tried many other banana bread recipes and experimented several ti
Banana Bread - The Perfect Loaf: Banana Bread - The Perfect Loaf

Spiced Mushroom Pastry Roll

The flavours of this delicately spiced mushroom roll actually reminded me a little of the South Asian street snack: samosa. Other than that, there was nothing else about it that was samosa like, as th
Spiced Mushroom Pastry Roll: Spiced Mushroom Pastry Roll

Butternut Squash and feta pastry

For many of us living in the U.K, the shapely squash like its crown shaped brother, the pumpkin is still a new ingredient to us. Its only in recent times that we have begun to invite it into our home
Butternut Squash and feta pastry: Butternut Squash and feta pastry

Thai Noodle

The menu choice for many Thais. Everywhere in Thailand there are shops selling noodle soup.Thai noodles style. Pad Thai (Thai Fried Noodles)yen dtaa foh(Pink Seafood Noodles ) raat naa /rad nha(Noodle
Thai Noodle: Thai Noodle

Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal with Caramel Sauce

What do you get when you combine oats, pumpkin, caramel, and walnuts along with some sweet spices? You get a nutritious and incredible breakfast with three, yes three Superfoods (some may say four if
Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal with Caramel Sauce: Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal with Caramel Sauce

Red Velvet White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Some may save red velvet for a special occasion, I say any day is a great day for red velvet! No special occasion needed. I made some Red Velvet Cupcakes last week for a friend who was hosting a birth
Red Velvet White Chocolate Chip Cookies: Red Velvet White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Kaj jure (omelette)

Kaj jure Ingredients2 egg1 tablespoons fish sauce1 cup cooking oilfresh-ground pepperA bit of milk MethodUse a standard non-stick medium skillet. Spray a very light coat of Pam or other cooking spray
Kaj jure (omelette): Kaj jure (omelette)

Southwestern Chili and Restaurant Style Baked Potatos

Who doesn't love of bowl of perfectly seasoned chili on a cold winter day? I love this chili because it amps up the flavor compared to your average chili, with its fresh salsa, a kick of lime and fro
Southwestern Chili and Restaurant Style Baked Potatos: Southwestern Chili and Restaurant Style Baked Potatos

Copycat Samoa Girl Scout Cookies

Who doesn't love a Girl Scout Samoa Cookie? They are by far my favorite Girl Scout Cookie. This past spring I purchased eight cartons of the Dreyers Girl Scout Samoa Cookie Limited Edition Ice Cream a
Copycat Samoa Girl Scout Cookies: Copycat Samoa Girl Scout Cookies

Pad Thai

Pad ThaiPad Thai is often called the signature dish of Thai cuisine. There are several regional variations, indeed it has been said that Thailand has not only a different curry for every day of the ye
Pad Thai: Pad Thai

Peanut Butter Bite Size Cookies

Are you looking for a moist peanut butter cookie recipe? A lot of peanut butter cookie recipes out there make a dry peanut butter cookie and who wants a dry cookie? These peanut butter cookies are s
Peanut Butter Bite Size Cookies: Peanut Butter Bite Size Cookies

Banana Cream Cupcakes

All you banana cream pie lovers out there, this cupcake is for you! Being a light fluffy banana cupcake topped with simple vanilla pastry cream and a fresh banana slice, this delightful cupcake mimic
Banana Cream Cupcakes: Banana Cream Cupcakes

Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

Have you been searching for an unforgettable, perfect chocolate cupcake recipe? I think it's fair to say your search will likely end here. While I was relaxing outside a light summer breeze that only
Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting: Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

peeking through snowy windows

Its snowing heavy in the U.K, for those of you in warmer climates follow this link and you will see how snow white Britain is right now. I can hardly call it walking in a winter wonderland. Its dark,
peeking through snowy windows: peeking through snowy windows

Lemon Belgian Waffles with Blueberry Syrup

I can't believe I've had this blog for nearly 10 months and I haven't posted one waffle recipe yet! Breakfast foods are some of my favorites to make (and blog) so I can't tell you why I've waited unti
Lemon Belgian Waffles with Blueberry Syrup: Lemon Belgian Waffles with Blueberry Syrup

Banana Cake

When its raining outside, what is this woman supposed to do?Bake a cake of course! I can't believe I have never posted a banana bread or banana cake on my blog. Quite unusual in fact, as I must have m
Banana Cake: Banana Cake

Povitica

This past week I've noticed a lot of hoopla about this intriguing bread called "povitica." I wanted to see for myself what all the buzz was about so I decided to give it a try. Apparently it is the "d
Povitica: Povitica

Beetroot Hash

First it was Brussels sprouts hash, now its Beetroot hash. Well what can I say, its a good way to eat my vegetables.I'd like to say these are made with my own home-grown beetroot, but I can't. The bee
Beetroot Hash: Beetroot Hash

Curried cauliflower soup

Some men bring home bunches of flowers, a box of chocolates or maybe even a surprise puppy -not my husband. A little while ago, D had brought home a cauliflower. I raise my eyebrows whenever he picks
Curried cauliflower soup: Curried cauliflower soup

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites

Oh I don't even know where to start with these bad boys! This is one of my favorite posts yet! I had family over today and served these for dessert, I think they went quicker than any dessert I've eve
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites

Bua Loi ( Thai Rice Balls in Coconut Milk)

Ingredients3 cups glutinous rice flour1.5 teaspoons pandan essence4 cups coconut cream2 cups sugar1 teaspoon salt3 eggs (optional)MethodMix the rice flour with enough water to make a stiff paste. The
Bua Loi ( Thai Rice Balls in Coconut Milk): Bua Loi ( Thai Rice Balls in Coconut Milk)

Rolo Stuffed Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough Bites

It's good to be home and back in the kitchen! Vacation to Cali was fun but oh how I missed my kitchen and the cooking and the baking =). Call my crazy but the kitchen is one of my favorite places to b
Rolo Stuffed Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough Bites: Rolo Stuffed Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough Bites

Vegan Mushroom and spinach roly-poly

That even my meat loving brothers will eat. This savoury roly-poly is made with suet pastry. Suet pastry is used to create savoury dishes like steak and kidney pudding and English puddings such as rol
Vegan Mushroom and spinach roly-poly: Vegan Mushroom and spinach roly-poly

Kanom Sakoo(Black Beans and Tapioca Balls )

Our dessert today was "tua dum saku biak" or Black Beans and Tapioca Balls. As in many Thai desserts, it had thick coconut milk and plenty of sugar. I am afraid I wasn't too keen on this dessert. But,
Kanom Sakoo(Black Beans and Tapioca Balls ): Kanom Sakoo(Black Beans and Tapioca Balls )

Glasgow Highland Cattle Show

This morning we went to Pollock Park Country Park. We've been there many times, but today was for a different reason. Pollock Country Park was hosting the city's Highland Cattle Show. It was a good to
Glasgow Highland Cattle Show: Glasgow Highland Cattle Show

White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Is there a more indulgent, decadent, comfort food that cheesecake? Yes! White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake =). You would never believe this cheesecake is actually very simple to make! You don't ev
White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake: White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Khanom Kao Neeo Dang(Red Glutinous Rice)

This is a popular dish popular during the Songkran festival. The main ingredients are sticky rice, palm sugar and sesame seeds. It is a bit tough to eat and is a bit like caramel. It reminds me of ano
Khanom Kao Neeo Dang(Red Glutinous Rice): Khanom Kao Neeo Dang(Red Glutinous Rice)

Spiced Apple Chutney

Oh not not another Apple Jar recipe! I promise this will be the last Apple jar recipe on this blog, for this year at least. That is not to say, that I don't have any more apples, I certainly do but
Spiced Apple Chutney: Spiced Apple Chutney

Spiced Apple Chutney

Oh not not another Apple Jar recipe! I promise this will be the last Apple jar recipe on this blog, for this year at least. That is not to say, that I don't have any more apples, I certainly do but
Spiced Apple Chutney: Spiced Apple Chutney

Khanom Sakay Chuem (Breadfruit in Syrup)

Castor sugar is a main ingredient of Sakay Chuem. The methods of making Sakay Chuem are alike other boiling in syrub desserts. Choose glutinous breadfruits and soak in saturated red lime water for sti
Khanom Sakay Chuem (Breadfruit in Syrup): Khanom Sakay Chuem (Breadfruit in Syrup)

Applesauce Spice Cupcakes

The greatest thing about these cupcakes (other than taste of course =), they are made using ingredients you likely already have on hand. I eat dessert everyday, I don't go a day without it. I sacrific
Applesauce Spice Cupcakes: Applesauce Spice Cupcakes

Swiss chard, lentil and mango chutney pie

D is back home. I know one thing for certain, he has not been eating lentils and greens whilst away, so I decided to combine these ingredients and make a vegetable pie of sorts.I know its not the pret
Swiss chard, lentil and mango chutney pie: Swiss chard, lentil and mango chutney pie

Busy making flavoured Apple jelly (jam)

At the weekend I found myself making Apple jelly in various flavours with the best of the windfall apples. Apple and cinnamon jelly and Apple and chilli jelly, but I will share the recipes with you la
Busy making flavoured Apple jelly (jam): Busy making flavoured Apple jelly (jam)

Khanom Leum Gleun( Mung Bean Flour & Coconut Dessert )

Khanom Leum GleunIngredients 60 gms Mung Bean Flour800 ml Rose or Jasmin Water150 gms Sugar2-3 Food ColoringMoulds for SettingPreparation1. Mix the flour, rose water, and sugar and stir until dissolv
Khanom Leum Gleun( Mung Bean Flour & Coconut Dessert ): Khanom Leum Gleun( Mung Bean Flour & Coconut Dessert )

Sugar Cookie Squares

Who doesn't love a fluffy thick frosted sugar cookie? These are all that goodness you find in that delicious sugar cookie without all the hard work! You don't have to bake or frost individual cookie
Sugar Cookie Squares: Sugar Cookie Squares

Baked Chicken Nuggets

Chicken nuggets that are still perfectly golden, full of flavor and deliciously crisp without being fried, say what!? These chicken nuggets are utterly amazing. They are the best chicken nuggets I've
Baked Chicken Nuggets: Baked Chicken Nuggets

Tamarind or spicy chickpea ‘baked beans’

As children, our school day breakfasts consisted of porridge or various flavoured cereals, but weekends were different. At weekend, we looked forward to cooked breakfasts such as vegetable stuffed par
Tamarind or spicy chickpea ‘baked beans’: Tamarind or spicy chickpea ‘baked beans’

Khanom Chan ( Multi-Layer Sweet)

Ingredients 2 cups plain flour2 cups rice flour2 cups tapioca flour 6 cups coconut milk 15 pandan leaves 5 cups jasmine essence waterDirections1. To make the jasmine essence water, soak the jasmines i
Khanom Chan ( Multi-Layer Sweet): Khanom Chan ( Multi-Layer Sweet)

Phak Thong Sangkaya (Custard Steamed in Pumpkin)

Ingredients1-1/2 cups (duck) egg3/4 cup palm sugar* 3 pandanus leaves1-1/2 cups coconut milk 2 small pumpkins MethodNote: the pandan leaves turn the custard green: this is traditional in Thailand but
Phak Thong Sangkaya (Custard Steamed in Pumpkin): Phak Thong Sangkaya (Custard Steamed in Pumpkin)

Marinated Cauliflower Salad

I was introduced to Moosewood Collective of cookbooks by my best friend in America (whom I met at University). In 2000, I went over to visit her in the States and got to see a little of San Fran, Oakl
Marinated Cauliflower Salad: Marinated Cauliflower Salad

Creamy Parsnip and thyme risotto

I have some lemon thyme growing in the garden, but unashamedly I actually used dried thyme in this risotto as I was not prepared to go back outside and get drenched again from the cold pouring rain. I
Creamy Parsnip and thyme risotto: Creamy Parsnip and thyme risotto

Manicotti - A Simple Yet Incredible Entree

This is one my favorite recipes that has been in my recipe book and made in my home countless times over the last 8 years. I originally saw the recipe on Food Network and have made my own adjustments,
Manicotti - A Simple Yet Incredible Entree: Manicotti - A Simple Yet Incredible Entree

Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Potatoes (A One Pot Hassle Free Meal)

There's nothing like a fall apart tender roast that's cooked low and slow along with some fresh veggies and a seasonings to highlight all of it's delicious flavors. This meal is one of the easiest mea
Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Potatoes (A One Pot Hassle Free Meal): Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Potatoes (A One Pot Hassle Free Meal)

Cookies and Cream Chex Mix

Don't worry people, yes Cookies and Cream Chex Mix was a limited edition (Dear General Mills, why would you make the best Chex Mix you've ever created a limited edition?) but the good news, I've figur
Cookies and Cream Chex Mix: Cookies and Cream Chex Mix

Khanom Sung Khaya Bai Toey

Sung Khaya Bai ToeyIngredients1/2 cup concentrated pandanus juice1/2 cup coconut milk3 tbsp. sweet condensed milk3 tbsp. sugar2 tsp. wheat flour1 yolkMethods1. Mix concentrated pandanus juice, coconut
Khanom Sung Khaya Bai Toey: Khanom Sung Khaya Bai Toey

Khanom Maprao Gaew(Shredded and Dried Coconut Glazed with Sugar)

Khanom Maprao GaewIngredients3 cup overripe coconut3 cup coconut palm sugarMethods1. Scrape the coconut. Make it long with about 1cm. wide.2. Simmer the coconut palm sugar until it's dissolved.3. When
Khanom Maprao Gaew(Shredded and Dried Coconut Glazed with Sugar): Khanom Maprao Gaew(Shredded and Dried Coconut Glazed with Sugar)

Kanom tong moun

Ingredients125 grams of wheat flour .100 grams of butter or margarine.100 grams of sugar.3 chicken eggs.1 tsp cardamom powder (can you put sesame in it.)This picture is Thong Muan printer.MethodsMixi
Kanom tong moun: Kanom tong moun

Mini Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Wahoo! Time for the holidays... er... I mean next month, time for the holidays! My favorite time of year is the holidays. Why? All the food of course =)! That's why I'm getting way ahead of myself. I
Mini Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting: Mini Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Glorified Laverbread cakes aka the Welsh Vegetarian Burger

My oldest nephew has come up for a long weekend and with him he brought me some goodies from Wales. Here are a few. Laverbread oatcakes, cranberry cheese - not very Welsh I know, but very seasonal and
Glorified Laverbread cakes aka the Welsh Vegetarian Burger: Glorified Laverbread cakes aka the Welsh Vegetarian Burger

Best Buttermilk Pancakes with Fresh Raspberry Syrup

The buttermilk pancake. There's nothing quite like it. Its simple yet sophisticated. It can be dressed up anyway you like. My personal favorite is with fresh decadent raspberry syrup. These butte
Best Buttermilk Pancakes with Fresh Raspberry Syrup: Best Buttermilk Pancakes with Fresh Raspberry Syrup

Ginger Black-Eyed Peas

No I am not referring to a missing member of the American Hip Hop group 'Black Eyed Peas', but to this lovely bowl of black-eyed peas. Black-eyed peas are also called black-eyed bean, cow peas and cha
Ginger Black-Eyed Peas: Ginger Black-Eyed Peas

Caramel Cashew Cookies

I love all the exciting ice cream flavors out there, one of them being caramel cashew ice cream. That is why I created this recipe, in honor of the caramel cashew ice cream. These cookies are amazing
Caramel Cashew Cookies: Caramel Cashew Cookies

Hash Brown Waffles

As we do most weekends we went out for a stroll early this morning.We went back to West End after I learned there were some more artworks near the Kelvinbridge. When we got there, unlike the panoramic
Hash Brown Waffles: Hash Brown Waffles

Brazilian Limeade

Hello Summer! Nothing welcomes summer like an ice cold, refreshing beverage does such as this Brazilian Limeade. This drink is simply incredible! I got inspiration for this drink from a Brazilian "Lem
Brazilian Limeade: Brazilian Limeade

Durian

Durian:The King of FruitsThais regard durian as the king of fruits! A delicacy that consists of several large inedible seeds covered with the creamy golden flesh, altogether hidden within the spiny ex
Durian: Durian

Old Fashioned Ultra Chewy Brownies with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

We all have our favorite type of brownie. Some of us like them ooeey gooey, some of us like them chewy. Some like a more modern brownie that's ultra rich and nearly bittersweet, and some of us like th
Old Fashioned Ultra Chewy Brownies with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting: Old Fashioned Ultra Chewy Brownies with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

Mocking the ‘meat’

I had to chuckle to myself a few days ago.Although I dont buy much convenience vegetarian food, I do like to have a peek from time to time for occasional offers (as there are days when well come
Mocking the ‘meat’: Mocking the ‘meat’

No Bake Cookies

The No Bake Cookie, its a classic that will never be forgotten. I made dessert in my home probably every Sunday growing up because my mom didn't care much to make dessert but I always wanted it. These
No Bake Cookies: No Bake Cookies

Krayasart.

Krayasart which means food for the Sart Rite is prepared from rice, bean, sesame and sugar cooked into a sticky paste and then wrapped with a banana leaf. After making Krayasart people would take it t
Krayasart.: Krayasart.

Tom yum koong(Piquant prawn soup with lemon grass)

Tom Yum is both hot and sour, and it's one of the main signature dishes that defines Thai flavor. We've perfected this recipe and assure you it tastes great . Ingredients20 prawns (shrimp), medium siz
Tom yum koong(Piquant prawn soup with lemon grass): Tom yum koong(Piquant prawn soup with lemon grass)

Doughnut Pancakes with Doughnut Glaze Syrup

Yes. Yes, yes, yes! Doughnuts collide with pancakes to make one unbelievable breakfast (or dessert)! If you want to show someone how amazing you think they are, say for the up coming Father's Day or a
Doughnut Pancakes with Doughnut Glaze Syrup: Doughnut Pancakes with Doughnut Glaze Syrup

Coconut French Toast with Coconut Syrup

Hello Breakfast! Ordinary French toast gets a major upgrade with a few exciting coconut additions. This fluffy french toast is made with creamy coconut milk and then it gets more real coconut flavor f
Coconut French Toast with Coconut Syrup: Coconut French Toast with Coconut Syrup

Chinese Mushrooms and Bok choy risotto

Risotto is not the easiest of dishes to present well on a plate, so you will have to bare with my poor chef like attempts in presentation.This fusion rice dish where the Italian Arborio rice meets Chi
Chinese Mushrooms and Bok choy risotto: Chinese Mushrooms and Bok choy risotto

Tom kha gai(Coconut milk soup with chicken)

Tom kha gaiHere you can conveniently purchase authentic,quality ingredients imported from Thailand. We hope you enjoy our website and it helps you enjoycooking Thai food!This is a mild but spicy chick
Tom kha gai(Coconut milk soup with chicken): Tom kha gai(Coconut milk soup with chicken)

Beetroot and cumin pasta

Although I have found two ways of enjoying beetroot - in the form of hash browns, and beetroot bulgar. I am still, always on the prowl for other recipes to encourage me to eat more of this deep crimso
Beetroot and cumin pasta: Beetroot and cumin pasta

Panfried Tofu in Chinese Black Bean sauce

This dish was my attempt to acknowledge and celebrate the beginning of the Chinese New Year - Year of the Rabbit in Scotland. I had great intentions of making my own black bean sauce. I was even going
Panfried Tofu in Chinese Black Bean sauce: Panfried Tofu in Chinese Black Bean sauce

Spinach Layered Potato Cake

This 'Spinach layered potato cake' not only looks impressive. It was delightful to slice into, as well as eat. It held its shape well and the flavour of the spinach came through good and true. I think
Spinach Layered Potato Cake: Spinach Layered Potato Cake

Deep Mushroom Family Pie

I don't know what you think, but for me this is a winning Mushroom family pie. Not only does it look excellent, it is deep and rich in flavour and texture. I know some people, will deem this deep mus
Deep Mushroom Family Pie: Deep Mushroom Family Pie

Tempeh, tempeh

Tempeh or tempe is a popular fermented soy cake. It has been eaten for hundreds of years in South East Asia, particularly in countries like Indonesia where dishes like Tempe Bacem and Oseng-Oseng are
Tempeh, tempeh: Tempeh, tempeh

Jalapeño and Garlic Kale Stew

Every time D travels to England, I lose all inspiration to cook for myself. In fact I become rather lazy resorting to frozen chips, pizza or beans on toast. This time though, I thought I would try and
Jalapeño and Garlic Kale Stew: Jalapeño and Garlic Kale Stew

Vegan Chorizo ‘Sausages’

For those who follow either a vegetarian or vegan diet, seitan sausages may not be a revelation to you, but it may be for some of my other readers.Seitan is wheat gluten. It is made by washing wheat f
Vegan Chorizo ‘Sausages’: Vegan Chorizo ‘Sausages’

Chorizo, potato and thyme quesadillas

Did I say I was not going to eat any lazy food, well I guess Im a fibber then.After making the vegan chorizo sausages I had to find ways of consuming it. First it was chorizo hash, then Quesadillas
Chorizo, potato and thyme quesadillas: Chorizo, potato and thyme quesadillas

Chilli Tomato Potato Tart

I didnt make this 'Chilli Tomato Potato Tart' solely for myself. My dear nephew has time off from work a whole week in fact Instead of doing what many young people do book a flight to Benid
Chilli Tomato Potato Tart: Chilli Tomato Potato Tart

Tacky or Tattie (Potato) People with heart

I know, I know its a little tacky - but warm (mmm) these Tattie Scones are so comforting. Of course we all know that Valentines Day is just around the corner. To be truthful though, D and me have neve
Tacky or Tattie (Potato) People with heart: Tacky or Tattie (Potato) People with heart

Carrot and orange cake

A little bit of baking today, with a little help from the nephew with the grating of the carrots. This moist cake is not overly sweet, so if you want you can spread the top with a little sweetened cr
Carrot and orange cake: Carrot and orange cake

Seitan Chorizo chowder

The sun came out to tease us, but it was very quickly followed by hail stones - in which, of course I was caught - hitting my face icy cold like shards of sharp glass.Anyway after getting home, drying
Seitan Chorizo chowder: Seitan Chorizo chowder

Lentil loaf with marmite potatoes

For the past few days, we have been eating snacky kind of food. This evening I thought, I'd made more of an effort and make a proper plate of food. Our plate consisted of Marmite roast potatoes, a sl
Lentil loaf with marmite potatoes: Lentil loaf with marmite potatoes

Vegan Prawns and seitan chorizo paella

This is my first attempt at making paella. Paella is a rice dish from Spain that has become very popular with Brits in the U.K. Paella is not a dish I would have ordinarily attempted, namely because o
Vegan Prawns and seitan chorizo paella: Vegan Prawns and seitan chorizo paella

Chocolate Gingerbread Cake

Is it spring here yet!? It still feels so wintry.As well as a hot drink like mulled wine or hot cider, a piece of cake spruced up with a little of ginger would not go amiss either. On the first day of
Chocolate Gingerbread Cake: Chocolate Gingerbread Cake

Cumin Chickpea flat cakes

If you take a look closer, you will see some Cumin chickpea flat cakes, albeit well hidden under the roasted winter vegetables. These Cumin chickpea flat cakes are both soft and crisp. The softness on
Cumin Chickpea flat cakes: Cumin Chickpea flat cakes

Butternut squash and butterbean casserole

A couple of days ago it was snowing here in Scotland, and today its been piddling down with rain. So lets tuck into this warm, orange tinged plate of food made up of Butternut squash, butter beans and
Butternut squash and butterbean casserole: Butternut squash and butterbean casserole

Gobi Fritters with Carrot Salsa

Instead of having what some people do on a Friday night in Scotland - Fish Supper - we've had Gobi fritters and Beetroot-mint tea cakes. Many of you will be familiar with the word Gobi, its the Urdu,
Gobi Fritters with Carrot Salsa: Gobi Fritters with Carrot Salsa

Beetroot - mint tea cakes

The name of these cakes somewhat suggest that these are 'cakes' are sweet and should be served with cup of tea, but I must clarify from the onset. These Beetroot-mint tea cakes are actually savoury. T
Beetroot - mint tea cakes: Beetroot - mint tea cakes

Fresh Beetroot Recipe ideas

I can't remember the last time I stepped out in my garden. Over the past three months, I've managed to avoid most tasks that have involved venturing out in the garden. Tasks such as cutting and bringi
Fresh Beetroot Recipe ideas: Fresh Beetroot Recipe ideas

Psychedelic Feta Quiche with a Beetroot crust

The colour of the filling was a little odd to look at. Really I should have crumbled the feta cheese and stirred it into the egg-milk mixture, rather than slicing and topping, but on the plus side I
Psychedelic Feta Quiche with a Beetroot crust: Psychedelic Feta Quiche with a Beetroot crust

A Welsh Vegetarian Menu for St David’s Day

Dydd Dewi Sant hapus! (Happy St Davids Day!) Sadly I have no glorious daffodils to share with you. Those growing in my tiny garden plot in the West of Scotland are just starting to push there way
A Welsh Vegetarian Menu for St David’s Day: A Welsh Vegetarian Menu for St David’s Day

Seaside days - Blackpool

Over the next few days, I will be sharing with you some photographs with you. Sadly, not many of seasonal cooking, but places, namely seaside resorts that I have had the opportunity to visit in the l
Seaside days - Blackpool: Seaside days - Blackpool

Seaside days - Morecambe Bay

For an hour or so, we stopped at Morecambe Bay, a popular holiday destination. Morecambe Bay is a large bay in northwest England. It was originally known as Poulton-le-Sands Of course this statue of
Seaside days - Morecambe Bay: Seaside days - Morecambe Bay

Cumin Cauliflower Pasta Salad

I made this simple 'Cumin Cauliflower Pasta Salad' for our journey down South last week.On opening the Tupperware, you are instantly hit by the waft of cooked cauliflower, but after the initial shock
Cumin Cauliflower Pasta Salad: Cumin Cauliflower Pasta Salad

Seaside days - Leigh-on-sea

Whilst in Essex, we took full advantage of the dry weather and explored as many scenic places as we could. Leigh-on-sea was one of them. Leigh-on-sea or 'Leigh' as it is fondly known is a coastal tow
Seaside days - Leigh-on-sea: Seaside days - Leigh-on-sea

Seaside days - Southend-on-sea

This is Southend Pier in Southend-on-sea, Essex, England. Southend Pier is a major landmark. Southend Pier extends nearly a mile and a half into the Thames Estuary. It is reputed to be the longest ple
Seaside days - Southend-on-sea: Seaside days - Southend-on-sea

Red Lentil Cauliflower Cobbler

I know this looks like a rather old fashioned looking dish, but please don't knock it. If you had just come out of the snowy cold, I know you'd be happily asking for a bowl. Its what I'd describe as a
Red Lentil Cauliflower Cobbler: Red Lentil Cauliflower Cobbler

Seaside days - Bridlington Beach and eating Curd Tart

We had been driving from Essex on our way back up to Sunny Scotland for a few good hours, when we decided to take another stop this time at Bridlington. Bridlington, with its beautiful beaches is si
Seaside days - Bridlington Beach and eating Curd Tart: Seaside days - Bridlington Beach and eating Curd Tart

Mango and pecan waffles

I had some mango purée left over from the Crème Mango Lime tart. I'm not one to waste, so I decided to freeze it for future use and that time had come. I was hungry for a sweet Breakfast.Actually i
Mango and pecan waffles: Mango and pecan waffles

Seaside days - Scarborough

Our next stop after Bridlington was Scarborough. Scarborough is often called the 'Queen of the Yorkshire Coast' with Whitby on its north and Bridlington on its south.When we got to the seaside, we wer
Seaside days - Scarborough: Seaside days - Scarborough

Slow cooked Tamarind Vegetable Pot with cumin dumplings

For those of you into South Asian (Punjabi) cuisine you may be familiar with a snack dish called Gol Guppay (Guppe, Gappa) - puffed crispy pastry shells (puris) filled with tamarind flavoured chickpea
Slow cooked Tamarind Vegetable Pot with cumin dumplings: Slow cooked Tamarind Vegetable Pot with cumin dumplings

Seaside days - Whitby

After Bridlington and Scarborough, our next and final stop was the seaside town of Whitby. Whitby is situated on the Yorkshire Coast. As we drove into Whitby, we were immediately drawn towards this ma
Seaside days - Whitby: Seaside days - Whitby

Parsnip Loaf Roast

Before you think 'err parsnip loaf' and skip this recipe,please - I encourage you to read on. This 'Parsnip roast' is not a variation of a nut loaf or a veggie substitute for meat. This parsnip loaf w
Parsnip Loaf Roast: Parsnip Loaf Roast

Aduki and mung bean brown rice salad

I have made this brown rice salad a number of time for a working lunch. When I first made it, was a little unsure whether I would like it, after all rice and beans sounds a little bit plain and boring
Aduki and mung bean brown rice salad: Aduki and mung bean brown rice salad

An old fashion veggie Shepherds pie

The last few days we have seen rain falling horizontally; and snowflakes the size of large daisies, melting as soon as they hit the ground. So a deep hearty veggie pie to make you feel all warm and co
An old fashion veggie Shepherds pie: An old fashion veggie Shepherds pie

Little Owl in my tiny garden

Yesterday morning, I hear D calling out to me and telling me to look out of our flat window at our wind battered garden fence. I couldn't quite see what he was pointing out at, squinting my eyes and
Little Owl in my tiny garden: Little Owl in my tiny garden

Drive to Inveraray

Rest and Be Thankful at Argyll Forest Park Sign outside Loch Fyne Cafe and Farm shop. We continue to drive towards the shores of Loch Fyne. We've been to Inveraray a few times with family and Fri
Drive to Inveraray: Drive to Inveraray

Homemade crumpets

I've made my first batch of crumpets ever and I was most pleased with the results. I'm finding it hard to describe the Crumpet. Its a doughy, round and yeasty pancake; or soft spongy cake. Crumpets ar
Homemade crumpets: Homemade crumpets

Savoury flavours for crumpets

Oh my goodness, who would have thought that my home made crumpets would have got so many of you wonderful people excited, as well as evoke childhood memories. I know those of you who love your crumpet
Savoury flavours for crumpets: Savoury flavours for crumpets

Harissa Bean Burger

This 'Harissa Bean Burger' is the kind of burger you eat in your own company, or in the company of good friends and most trusted of family members, as you and they are not going to look pretty after b
Harissa Bean Burger: Harissa Bean Burger

Chocolate and Lime Halva

There are only a handful of South Asian sweets that I like: Almond Burfi, Gulab Janum and Ras Malai being the main three, but I also have a fondness for Suji ka halva perhaps because it reminds me of
Chocolate and Lime Halva: Chocolate and Lime Halva

Leek and feta pastry

Its still March. I could offer this to you as another Welsh offering, with the green and white leeks and the first of my glorious home grown daffodils, but truth is its just coincidence that they are
Leek and feta pastry: Leek and feta pastry

Malaysian Black Pepper Tofu

A few months ago, my neighbours who happen to be Malaysian Muslims knocked on our door to give us a couple of bowls of celebratory dishes they had made for Eid. Both dishes contained halal meat. I was
Malaysian Black Pepper Tofu: Malaysian Black Pepper Tofu

Potato Bed

With so much change happening in our lives at the moment, we have decided to keep our growing antics in the garden to a bare minimum. We have just planted some early potatoes in our tiny garden plot.
Potato Bed: Potato Bed

Kale and Potato Tortilla wraps

aka the 'Winter wrap'. You know for winter greens, this was a very tasty tortilla wrap and a well deserved snack after a hard days graft in the garden. I've been hankering for a reason to make Post Pu
Kale and Potato Tortilla wraps: Kale and Potato Tortilla wraps

Celeriac and Brown Rice Gratin

When I picked up a celeriac, also known as Celery root from the supermarket, I had intentions of making Celeriac and Horseradish burgers, but on having made the Harissa Bean burgers recently, I change
Celeriac and Brown Rice Gratin: Celeriac and Brown Rice Gratin

Celeriac and Coriander Soup with a dash of lime

So here is a bonus recipe for the day: Celeriac and coriander soup.I had some celeriac left over from the Celeriac and Brown rice Gratin I made earlier. Again, not one to waste I made a soup . I liked
Celeriac and Coriander Soup with a dash of lime: Celeriac and Coriander Soup with a dash of lime

Black Bean and Red Pepper Stew

Things are little chaotic around me at the moment; and the rain falling horizontally is not cheering me up either. So I hope you won't mind me sharing with you this 'Black Bean and Red Pepper Stew' th
Black Bean and Red Pepper Stew: Black Bean and Red Pepper Stew

Boom! Parsnip Grenades

Corny name for a substantial snack, I know, but I was struggling to give these spicy morsels a name. Originally I was going to call them 'Parsnip Balls of Fire', but its a mouthful, then 'Parsnip Bomb
Boom! Parsnip Grenades: Boom! Parsnip Grenades

Wild Garlic Crisps

I tried to make Wild Garlic Crisps a few days ago by deep frying them in hot oil, but they did not work so well, as they were popping in the oil and then when cooked they completely lost their flavour
Wild Garlic Crisps: Wild Garlic Crisps

White Chocolate Banoffee Roulade

Well there were no Banoffee Waffles for breakfast this morning, but there was a slice of Banoffee Roulade made from white chocolate to be enjoyed later in the day. This is one ridiculously sweet roula
White Chocolate Banoffee Roulade: White Chocolate Banoffee Roulade

Radishing Rice

One of my absolute favourite ways to eat this fuchsia root vegetable is raw, sliced in half and then dipped in equal mix of salt and red chilli powder. The radish delivers a crisp and crunchy burst of
Radishing Rice: Radishing Rice

Portobello Market

One of the benefits (if that's what you want to call it) of being made recently unemployed is not having to request annual leave from your employers, and you can make immediate decisions to go away so
Portobello Market: Portobello Market

Porridge Waffles

No stirring with a Scottish spurtle* required for this porridge recipe.These crispy pillows of softness smelled like porridge and tasted like porridge, but of course it wasnt porridge as we know it
Porridge Waffles: Porridge Waffles

Aubergine and Chickpea Kibbeh

A few weeks ago, I found myself perched on the settee watching one of the satellite food channels, showing an American celebrity chef checking out fast food outlets. In this one episode, he was at a L
Aubergine and Chickpea Kibbeh: Aubergine and Chickpea Kibbeh

Salad Leaves and Pea Shoots

I realise its been a bit monotone on my blog recently, so I thought I'd share a little colour compliments of my garden plot and the sunshine that's been teasing us on and off. There has been some prog
Salad Leaves and Pea Shoots: Salad Leaves and Pea Shoots

Aubergine Tomato Relish Pasta

I know, I know some fellow bloggers are blogging new recipes from the award winning Irish Chef Denis Cotters new book For the Love of Food. I dont have it yet, but it is on my 'cookbook wish list
Aubergine Tomato Relish Pasta: Aubergine Tomato Relish Pasta

Words and Weeds

Im beginning to feel a little disheartened on the job front; and wonder when Ill get my foot back on the ladder of employment, especially doing what I enjoyed. Ill still keep trying, filling
Words and Weeds: Words and Weeds

Dormouse…Dormice in the garden

A few days ago, I think it was Wednesday we both took advantage of the sun shining. Good move, since then the rain here has been non-stop. To be fair its raining quite heavy in Wales where my parents
Dormouse…Dormice in the garden: Dormouse…Dormice in the garden

Mushroom, Puy Lentils and Ale Pie

There are so many variations of the 'Mushroom, Lentil and Ale Pies', in vegetarian cookbooks, at veggie-friendly eateries, on blogosphere and even the Vegetarian Society in the U.K has its own version
Mushroom, Puy Lentils and Ale Pie: Mushroom, Puy Lentils and Ale Pie

Macaroni Cheese Pies

I made these little macaroni cheese pies a little while ago. I wanted to create a homely version of those you find at this High Street low cost bakery in the U.K, especially in Scotland. Its not that
Macaroni Cheese Pies: Macaroni Cheese Pies

Black Bean and Chocolate Chilli

I know there are lots of fruit and vegetables to choose from right now, yet I'm still making hearty grub with store cupboard ingredients, but its not all jumping beans, there are some peppers in this.
Black Bean and Chocolate Chilli: Black Bean and Chocolate Chilli

Orange and Poppy Seed Waffles

For some reason, I've had Orange and poppy seed cake on my mind, but I didn''t want to make another cake so soon after the Chocolate and Chilli cake, so a compromise was made and I created these 'Oran
Orange and Poppy Seed Waffles: Orange and Poppy Seed Waffles

Urad dal with poppy seeds

I do like my lentils especially cooked the South Asian way as as a rich luxurious dal, however there is one variety of lentil that I have never been that keen on its the urad dal. Urad dal can be
Urad dal with poppy seeds: Urad dal with poppy seeds

Lemon Barley and Honey Scones

These barley flour scones were made a little while ago, around the same time I made the Courgette and Apricot Barley Muffins. Its was in an attempt to use the barley flour my mother had given me last
Lemon Barley and Honey Scones: Lemon Barley and Honey Scones

Barley and Sage Soup

Well I don't know what the weather is like where you are, but here in the west of Scotland it is pouring, literally.So I turned to my kitchen cupboards for some ingredients to make a warming soup, nam
Barley and Sage Soup: Barley and Sage Soup

Almond and Plum Tart with Plum Syrup

Now I don't want to get over-confident and boast, but I think you are gonna love this sweet 'Almond and Plum Tart'.Its very much like English Bakewell tart in that its has a soft almondine filling, bu
Almond and Plum Tart with Plum Syrup: Almond and Plum Tart with Plum Syrup

Edinburgh Botanic Garden Jungle City

We had planned to see a little more of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, but with it winding down we changed our minds and headed to the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh - the other bonus was with it being
Edinburgh Botanic Garden Jungle City: Edinburgh Botanic Garden Jungle City

Blueberry Cake

I usually put a lot more thought into what I am going to cook or bake, but having picked around 100g of fresh blueberries from the garden yesterday morning, I needed blueberry inspiration, and I don't
Blueberry Cake: Blueberry Cake

Carrot Pancakes

I often share with you some good honest home made dishes, but as you can imagine I do have my fair share of flops. In the next few days, I will share with you some of them.This is the first: Carrot Pa
Carrot Pancakes: Carrot Pancakes

Roasted Cauliflower with Cauliflower Leaves

Not only is this a simple tasty way to eat cauliflower florets, its a frugal recipe too as I remembered to use the cauliflower leaves this time.Yes, you read right - I've been eating cauliflower leave
Roasted Cauliflower with Cauliflower Leaves: Roasted Cauliflower with Cauliflower Leaves

Plum Tart Again

I think D deliberately picked up some more plums when I wrote 'fruit' on the shopping list, as he was wishing for some more plum tart.Well I don't blame him, it was rather good.This is exactly the sam
Plum Tart Again: Plum Tart Again

Celery and Tomato Salsa

I am back from my parents, and to get me back into the flow of blogging about food. I have a simple 'Celery and Tomato Salsa' recipe to share with you today. I've written before about the muted green
Celery and Tomato Salsa: Celery and Tomato Salsa

Celery and Tarragon Soup

Yesterday morning I left Sunny Wales, via an equally sun blazing Bristol only to fly into a very, very wet and damp Scotland. I should say I was shocked at the difference in the weather conditions as
Celery and Tarragon Soup: Celery and Tarragon Soup

Black Pepper and Chocolate Muffins

Although I like her glossy red cape and can imagine me wearing it during the autumnal season, I do not see myself as the mysterious character played by Juliette Binoche in Chocolat where she opens up
Black Pepper and Chocolate Muffins: Black Pepper and Chocolate Muffins

Roasted Butternut Squash Tart

There is a distinct lacking of warmth autumnal glow in the air today, but one thing I am sure of is that the next few days my plates will all have a orange tinge about them - thanks to the abundance o
Roasted Butternut Squash Tart: Roasted Butternut Squash Tart

A Handful of Colourful Chillies

Around this time last month I was in Wales visiting my family.As well as coming back with some apples from my Dads allotment, my mother gave me some green tomatoes, pears and a handful of chillies gro
A Handful of Colourful Chillies: A Handful of Colourful Chillies

Breakfast Buttermilk Bran Muffins

I said to D 'these are not going to be the most exciting muffins youll ever see'. He mocked back, 'what you expect them to do jump up and perform somersaults as long as they taste good!'; and they
Breakfast Buttermilk Bran Muffins: Breakfast Buttermilk Bran Muffins

New Lanark and Robert Owens Apple Dumpling Recipe

The weather at the weekend was very unkind, instead of exploring new grounds - we stayed pretty much at home, venturing outdoors only to the west of Glasgow for the farmers market where I picked up a
New Lanark and Robert Owens Apple Dumpling Recipe: New Lanark and Robert Owens Apple Dumpling Recipe

Fresh Ginger and Carrot Muffins

I know I should be making some darling gingerbread people or star and Christmas tree-shaped gingerbread biscuits this time of year. The truth is making sweet biscuits aka cookies from scratch has neve
Fresh Ginger and Carrot Muffins: Fresh Ginger and Carrot Muffins

Seasonal Greetings

I would like to wish all my readers, A very Merry Christmas.
Seasonal Greetings: Seasonal Greetings

Garlic Baker and a Garlic Keeper

Over the years, I have collected various kinds of containers to store all manner of food related things, but today I will share the one designed specifically for garlic bulbs and garlic cloves. There
Garlic Baker and a Garlic Keeper: Garlic Baker and a Garlic Keeper

‘A Chepstow Salmon’s worth his weight in gold’

The past week we have been playing tourist guide. I have to say I am enjoying it, not only am I getting re-acquainted with some familiar parts of Wales and the changes, I am discovering unexplored pa
‘A Chepstow Salmon’s worth his weight in gold’: ‘A Chepstow Salmon’s worth his weight in gold’

What I am growing this year

A very short blog post tonight. I have added a page called 'Sowing the Seeds'. This page will be a on-going record of what I am sowing, what has germinated and what actually grows. Chive flower from
What I am growing this year: What I am growing this year

Rhubarb, Rose Petal and White Chocolate Flapjacks

Oaty flapjacks seem to be appearing on my weekly menu quite a bit recently and I just can't seem to resist meddling with the recipe, experimenting more and more with different fruits, vegetables and f
Rhubarb, Rose Petal and White Chocolate Flapjacks: Rhubarb, Rose Petal and White Chocolate Flapjacks

A2K Home Bistro aka Supper Club

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A2K Home Bistro aka Supper Club: A2K Home Bistro aka Supper Club

Savoury Beetroot Loaf Wrapped in Beetroot Leaves

Early this afternoon, I had decided to make some more Leafy Beetroot Bites as they were very moreish, however when I found myself in the kitchen staring at the beetroot and its leafy greens, I changed
Savoury Beetroot Loaf Wrapped in Beetroot Leaves: Savoury Beetroot Loaf Wrapped in Beetroot Leaves

Introducing Malini

Dear readers,Writing my first blog, something I intended to do for a long time by utilizing my free me-time (read nap time).I love drawing & painting, cooking, art & crafts, reading (not neces
Introducing Malini: Introducing Malini

Measurement Conversion Table

Let us start with the very basic of cooking knowledge, I mean measurements for ingredients.Basically we follow the following calculations:1 oz = 28.35 gms = 1 fl. oz = 29.57 ml = 1/8 cup = 6 tsp. = 2
Measurement Conversion Table: Measurement Conversion Table

Mousse au Chocolat

I am back with a new recipe, this time a cold dessert, Chocolate Mousse. Its really easy to make and the home made mousse do taste good as the ones in any good Cake and Confectionery Shop!!!Believe me
Mousse au Chocolat: Mousse au Chocolat

Green Peas Soup

Recipe for Green Peas Soup . A very light and nutritious soup, just right to have before any Chinese meal.Ingredients: 6 teacups clear vegetable stock 1 teacup tender green peas, shelled ½ teacup cau
Green Peas Soup: Green Peas Soup

Spinach Soup

Recipe for Spinach Soup, a very light hot soup for spinach lovers.Ingredients: 15-20 spinach leaves, cut into big pieces 1 clove garlic, crushed 6 teacups clear vegetable stock 2 tbsp dried mushrooms
Spinach Soup: Spinach Soup

Hot and Sour Soup

Recipe for Hot and Sour Soup, a filing dish for those who like their soup hot and spicyYou can have this soup with spring rolls and chicken drumsticks.Ingredients:½ cup cabbage, shredded ½ cup ca
Hot and Sour Soup: Hot and Sour Soup

Tum Yum Soup

Recipe for Tum Yum Soup, basically a Thai Soup with the distinct flavour of lemon grassIngredients: 6 cups clear vegetable stock 10-12 cauliflower florets, finely chopped 10-15 mushrooms, sliced 1 tbs
Tum Yum Soup: Tum Yum Soup

Mein Chow Soup

Here's another recipe of a popular Chinese Soup, Mein Chow Soup, a thick, hot and spicy soup enhanced with mint and coriander.Ingredients: 6 cups clear vegetable stock 2 tbsp tomato, finely chopped 2
Mein Chow Soup: Mein Chow Soup

Christmas Cake

A must have menu while celebrating Christmas and New Year. Here's the recipe of Christmas Cake / Rich Fruit Cake.Happy Baking!!!!!Ingredients: 11oz (310 gms) self raising flour¼ tsp salt10oz (280 gm
Christmas Cake: Christmas Cake

Lamb and Aubergine Moussaka

During a night out with a family friend & her family, my husband suggested Continental Cuisine so we decided to have our dinner in Comics, a new Restaurant in South Kolkata, known for authentic Co
Lamb and Aubergine Moussaka: Lamb and Aubergine Moussaka

Sweet Dish for the occasion of Saraswati Puja

Today is Saraswati Puja, the ritual worship of the goddess Saraswati (Goddess of Wisdom and Knowledge). Saraswati Puja is celebrated every year on the fifth day of the bright fortnight of the Magha mo
Sweet Dish for the occasion of Saraswati Puja: Sweet Dish for the occasion of Saraswati Puja

Roasted Pasta Salad

As my kid loves pasta, tried out this pasta salad. This salad can be served as an appetizer, a dinner accompaniment or as a main course. Vegetables like carrots, beans, peas, button mushrooms can be a
Roasted Pasta Salad: Roasted Pasta Salad

Sesame Rolls

When we think of Starters in Chinese Cuisine, the first thing which comes in mind is Spring Roll but there are several items which are equally yummy. Here is the recipe for Sesame Fingers, a crispy an
Sesame Rolls: Sesame Rolls

Baigan ka Bharta

Learnt this recipe of Baigan ka Bharta from my mother-in-law, who loves to experiment and turn the same old dish into a new one. Only remember to prepare Baigan ka Bharta either on a Tuesday / Saturda
Baigan ka Bharta: Baigan ka Bharta

Pizza Omlette

An Omlette is a preparation of beaten egg cooked with butter or oil in a frying pan, sometimes folded with filling like grated cheese, vegetables, chicken slices / ham or various combinations as per i
Pizza Omlette: Pizza Omlette