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Chocolate Tahini Bliss Balls

These no bake chocolate tahini bliss balls is a healthy way to satisfy your chocolate cravings. Perfect for a quick dessert or snacking on the go, they take just 10 minutes to make, plus they’re vegan and refined sugar free.

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Baked Oatmeal With Honey Grilled Figs

This lovely baked oatmeal is the perfect weekend breakfast when you’re craving something sweet but healthy. It comes together in one bowl, is naturally sweetened and topped with grilled figs for a sweet surprise.

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Tomato & Whipped Ricotta Tart

The perfect summer recipe for when you're feeling lazy but want something special. My easy tomato and whipped ricotta tart features a no-pastry, buttery Ritz cracker crust, creamy ricotta filling, and fresh tomato topping.

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Brothy Coconut Curry with Chicken & Rice

A warming, brothy coconut curry with chicken and rice that comes together in under an hour. Easy to make ahead, freezer-friendly and works with any protein. Comforting, nourishing, delicious.

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Summer Mediterranean Salad

The ultimate summer salad! Fresh herbs, pickled stone fruit with sumac, creamy feta and a simple vinaigrette come together beautifully in this healthy Mediterranean recipe.

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Spicy Coriander Lime Noodles

Thick, bouncy noodles coated with a fresh, zesty coriander lime sauce and a kick of chilli oil - these spicy Asian noodles come together in just 15 minutes. Plus, you can easily adjust the heat level to your liking.

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Brown Butter Strawberry Cake

A simple Brown Butter Strawberry Cake recipe that's incredibly moreish and delicious. Perfect for afternoon tea or using up ripe strawberries.

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Miso Pepper Carbonara

My easy carbonara recipe includes miso, adding an umami depth to the classic Italian pasta dish. Made with egg yolks, parmesan, and bacon for a silky, delicious pasta ready in 20 minutes.

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Hasselback Roast Pumpkin with Chilli Crisp

A show-stopping vegetarian main or side dish, this hasselback roasted pumpkin is more than just a pretty picture. Brushed with a mix of spices and roasted to tender perfection, then topped with feta, chilli crisp and mint, this recipe is bound to become an entertaining favourite.

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Grilled Fish With Lemon Chimichurri

The perfect weeknight dinner, this grilled fish with lemon-y chimichurri is fresh and delicious. Just 2 ingredients, 30 minutes, and incredibly flavourful. A healthy, protein-packed dinner the whole family will love!

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Roasted Carrot Chutney

Use up those softening carrots in your fridge and try my Roasted Carrot chutney. This Indian style chutney is flavoured with roasted peanuts and garlic, with that classic tempering which adds flavour and complexity to this condiment.

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Almond & Rose Honey Biscotti

A lovely homemade almond biscotti recipe flavoured with rose honey and dark chocolate. These crunchy Italian cookies are perfect by themselves or dipping into coffee or tea.

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Mediterranean Baked Fish

Try my recipe for a simple and healthy Baked Mediterranean Fish. Using jarred tomato sauce, white fish fillets, olives and fresh herbs, this is the perfect weeknight recipe when you’re looking for something light and tasty that comes together in just one pan.

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Easy Creamy Green Pasta Sauce

A quick and healthy green pasta sauce recipe that requires minimal prep for maximum flavour. An assortment of green vegetables are blanched and blended with ricotta for a light, yet creamy sauce that packs your daily dose of green veggies.

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Hot Honey Baked Brie with Homemade Crackers

There’s nothing better than a cheeseboard to welcome guests when you’re entertaining. I’m taking things up a notch with my delicious, 4-ingredient homemade crackers, paired with an oozy hot honey baked brie.

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Paneer Masala

A creamy, moreish paneer curry that will satisfy all your cravings. My Paneer Masala recipe isn’t one to whip up on a whim, but you’ll learn how to layer flavours in a curry and enjoy the process of making an authentic Indian recipe from scratch.

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Spring Greens On Toast

Love beans on toast? My Spring greens on toast might just be you’re new favourite breakfast. Made with broad beans and asparagus blanched and sautéed gently, they make for the perfect toast topper, ideal for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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Zucchini & Roasted Garlic Dip

This pressed zucchini dip with roasted garlic, tahini, and lemon is creamy, zingy, and packed with veggies. An easy dairy-free dip that's healthy and delicious.

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Romesco Butter Beans

Use up that can of beans in your pantry and make my Romesco-inspired beans. The sauce combines roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, and almonds with creamy white beans for an easy, flavourful dish. Perfect for meal prep, accessible and adaptable too!

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Sliced citrus fruit salad with orange and lemon, garnished with chili flakes on a white plate.
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Behind the recipes

A selection of recipes, travel guides to some of my favourite restaurants along with tips and tricks to elevate your cooking.

Growing up in India and now calling Sydney home, my cooking style weaves together a treasured knowledge of spices with the joy of discovering and reimagining new dishes in my kitchen.

From quick curries layered with flavour, simple weeknight meals, sides and dips, to spice-filled baking, my recipes are quick, fresh and easy to recreate at home. Follow along and fall in love with cooking, and you’ll slowly realise that everything really is, better with spice.

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