Fennel baba ghanoush
I wondered what baba ghanoush built around fennel instead of eggplant would be like. Turns out: magic.
Frittata Caprese
A fast, four-egg frittata made with the classic Caprese flavours: tomatoes, mozzarella and basil pesto.
Broad bean salad with mint, feta and lemon oil
A luscious and cooling side dish to bring fresh, springtime flavours to any time of year.
Little Persian love cakes
Exotic, aromatic flavours come together in a miniaturised version of this delicious flourless cake.
Tuna sashimi
A simple, beautiful way to start a dinner: perfect tuna with a dressing in a shot glass for each diner.
Roasted lemon potatoes
Give your everyday potatoes a tasty lift by roasting them with a whole lemon and your favourite herb.
Salted peanut butter biscuits
In full mad-scientist mode, I worked on this recipe for years. Now it's all grown up: time to set it free.
Marinated feta
Turn ordinary feta into something special with an easy marinade of thyme, garlic and black peppercorns.
Mustard pork with nectarines
A simple one-pan, 15-minute weeknight winner with a sauce made with wholegrain mustard and apple cider.
Choo chee fish
A fragrant Thai classic packed with sweet heat and fresh, vibrant flavours that's easy to make at home.
Asian greens with soy
Try this simple, speedy, super tasty way to add leafy greens to any meal, using any Asian green you like.
Peach clafoutis
When peaches are in season this is my go-to dessert. It's very simple to make, and even easier to eat.
Cajun chicken nuggets
You won't need oil for these, but you will need to like spicy fire: the Cajun spice mix packs a punch.
Panko-parmesan pork cutlets
There are times when only a crumbed chop will do the trick. This is food with mental health benefits.
Massaman lamb shanks
Meat 'n' potatoes – here with tender lamb shanks – is transformed in the mellowest of the Thai curries.
Fregola with tomatoes and basil
Leisurely and summery, this simple, full-flavoured pasta salad works as a side dish or meal in itself.
Pears with anise and ginger
A bit of simple simmering in a gently spiced syrup turns ripe pears into a luscious, elegant dessert.
Seared scallop and chorizo appetisers
A simple, delicious little nibble with drinks before dinner. Easy for two people or a big party crowd.