A Winter Salad with Roasted Squash, Apple & Feta
Roasted squash pairs beautifully with feta, while apple adds a subtle sweetness that keeps this salad light, fresh and balanced.
A Colourful Plate: Chilli Mango Chicken Meatballs, Feta, Sticky Apricots & Peppers, Tzatziki & Ciabatta — An Epic Open Sandwich
Chilli and mango chicken meatballs, chargrilled peppers, salty feta, sticky apricots, and fresh rocket piled high on toasted ciabatta, finished with cool, garlicky tzatziki and fresh basil. Sweet, spicy, creamy, and herby — Perfect for an open sandwich, lunch box sensation, or easy summer entertaining. Full recipe coming soon!
Tangerine & Rosemary Roast Chicken Thighs with a Touch of Sumac and Cumin
There’s something about the festive season that makes me slow down and savour cooking dishes that fill the kitchen with beautiful aromas. I love exploring slightly alternative flavours at Christmas, and this Tangerine & Rosemary Roast Chicken is full of them—zesty tangerine, cumin, and honey create a smoky, caramelised delicious roast. I often serve it with flatbreads and Greek yoghurt, or golden roast potatoes and fresh greens, perfect for a festive meal.
Crisp Puff Pastry with Chorizo, Creamy Goat’s Cheese & Spicy Mango Chutney
A little festive indulgence to share this Christmas—easy canapé recipe with creamy goat’s cheese, spicy chorizo, and sweet mango chutney that is sure to delight your guests.
Decadent Sourdough French Toast with Caramelized Nectarines & Apricot Vanilla Cream
Soft, golden French toast meets caramelized nectarines and apricots, finished with rich vanilla pistachio cream. A simple recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Super Simple: Roasted Garlic, Feta & Tomato in Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Roasted cherry tomatoes, feta & garlic with olive oil — an easy appetizer that’s perfect for sharing. Serve with crusty bread for a simple, crowd-pleasing starter that’s bursting with flavor.
Saturday Supper: Tarragon & Orange Chicken from Emily Scott’s Sea & Shore Cookbook
With summer finally arriving in Northern Ireland, I cooked Emily Scott’s Tarragon & Orange Chicken—a dish that feels like the season itself: bright, tender, and filled with gentle herbal notes. It was one of those meals where the sauce alone makes you close your eyes for a moment. In this piece, I share how I made it (just a little adapted), and why it’s a recipe I’ll come back to every time the days grow long and warm.
Baked Tarragon, Spinach and Feta Eggs
These baked tarragon and spinach eggs are a great way to start your day. They’re creamy, satisfying, and full of goodness — with protein from the eggs and fibre and iron from the spinach. It’s an easy way to enjoy a balanced, nourishing breakfast that keeps you feeling full and energised. I hope you enjoy it!