Delicious, delicate and wonderfully creamy rose ice cream – quick to prepare and no ice cream maker required ;). All you need are ingredients well chilled for 24 hours and a mixer. One ingredient you may use less often, but which is not difficult to find (look in well-stocked
Porridge with rhubarb is dangerously delicious – comforting, moreish and absolutely perfect for breakfast :). It’s a year-round favourite too – in winter, simply use frozen rhubarb. Lightly creamy, with perfectly balanced proportions – just the way I like it.
A smoothie – the quickest and easiest dessert for warmer days :). You might just fall in love with the combination of strawberries and coconut cream… absolutely delicious!
It would be a shame not to make the most of beautifully ripening rhubarb :). This time, inspired by a rustic apple tart, I’ve made a simple rhubarb version. You don’t even need a tin to make it – that’s where its rustic charm comes from. It features perfectly crumbly
Bircher muesli is perhaps the most famous muesli in the world. Its name comes from the Swiss doctor who first created and popularised it in his clinic. What makes it special is that the oats are not cooked – instead, they are soaked overnight, and the next day combined
A truly delicious grape sorbet made from roasted grapes. You can use any seedless variety, though the most beautiful colour comes from red or black grapes. It’s refreshing, naturally sweet, and wonderfully light. The longer it churns in an ice cream maker, the fluffier and more
I’ve been searching for perfect flavour pairings: mint ice cream with chocolate, vanilla with raspberries, dulce de leche with toffee… and lemon with sour cherries… ;). That last one is one of my absolute favourites. Lemon ice cream with cherries is delicious – gently
The time leading up to Christmas wouldn’t smell quite as magical without cranberry jam. For me, it’s one of the best flavours in the world – right after my grandmother’s lingonberry and pear preserve. It’s well worth stocking up on cranberries this year and filling your pantry with
A fruit terrine is the perfect dessert for hot days :). There’s probably no better time to make it than mid-summer, when fresh seasonal fruits are at their best. A fruit terrine is simply an abundance of fruit set in clear jelly. Ready-made clear jelly is easy to find nowadays
Simple Christmas chocolate cookies made without cutters and from basic ingredients you’ll find in any kitchen (you don’t even need eggs!). Perfect for baking with children – let them make a bit of a mess and finally use up those sprinkles left over from Easter ;).
Creamy pistachio ice cream made with pistachio cream. It’s the summer season, so you’ll likely be bringing back little culinary treasures from your travels – I brought my first jar of pistachio cream from Sardinia and… completely fell in love with it. If someone tells
By now, most people have probably heard of chia seeds (Salvia hispanica). A while ago, there was a real boom on food blogs featuring recipes with chia. It’s hardly surprising – they were quickly labelled a “superfood”, with their nutritional benefits widely praised: rich in omega
A refreshing strawberry drink inspired by classic mango lassi. Made with buttermilk, coconut milk, and fresh strawberries – it’s light, creamy, and absolutely delicious. Perfect for a fresh start to the week!
A truly unique cake – deeply sesame-flavoured, with juicy pears and a hint of cinnamon. Slightly autumnal, wonderfully moist and aromatic. It’s naturally sweetened (with honey or golden syrup), contains no added fat (all comes from tahini), and is egg-free.
These Smarties cookies are perfect for birthday parties – not just for kids! Deliciously crisp, colourful, and filled with everyone’s favourite chocolate sweets, they’re guaranteed to be a hit. Whether you call them Smarties or chocolate lentils – you know exactly what we mean!
It’s finally rhubarb season – long awaited and one of the most beloved ingredients for bakes and desserts. As the days grow warmer, it’s the perfect time to try this classic, nostalgic English dessert with a charming name: rhubarb fool. It’s simply a silky rhubarb purée
Delicious homemade truffles made with dried fruit, nuts, and a touch of honey. These prunes and date truffles are a wholesome festive treat – perfect as a naturally sweet snack. Highly recommended.
When summer still feels far away, frozen fruit and tropical flavours come to the rescue. This strawberry and mango smoothie is creamy, naturally sweet (no need for added sugar), and completely addictive! In strawberry season, you can use fresh fruit – just remember