Recipes
Aperol Sports
A crisp, low-alcohol spritz alternative that swaps the usual prosecco for refreshing soda water. Bright, bittersweet Aperol meets a whisper of orange bitters and a fresh citrus garnish for the ultimate light aperitivo.
Aperol Spritz
The classic Italian aperitivo in a glass — bittersweet Aperol, crisp Prosecco, and a splash of soda for that refreshing fizz. A splash of orange bitters lifts the whole drink into cocktail-hour territory. Bright, easy, and endlessly sippable.
Basmati Rice for a King
Fluffy, fragrant basmati rice cooked to perfection with a hint of butter and olive oil. A foolproof absorption method that yields separate, tender grains fit for royalty. The perfect accompaniment to curries, stews, and grilled dishes.
Beef Kyiv (fuck russia)
Tender strips of quick-seared scotch fillet folded into a golden mushroom and onion sauce enriched with sour cream and Dijon. This comforting stroganoff-style dish comes together fast and delivers deep, savoury flavour over rice or pasta.
Beef n Shiraz Stew
A hearty, wine-rich beef stew where tender eye fillet is browned in flour and slow-simmered with Shiraz, root vegetables and mushrooms. Cosy comfort food best mopped up with buttered toast.
Beer Battered Fish
Golden, crisp beer-battered fish fillets fried until light and shatteringly crunchy. The cold beer creates an airy, bubbly batter that fries up beautifully around tender white fish. A takeaway classic made easy at home.
Bloody Mary
The ultimate savoury cocktail, this Bloody Mary balances smooth vodka with rich tomato juice, tangy lemon, and a fiery kick from Tabasco and horseradish. With a salted rim and a crisp celery garnish, it's a festive brunch classic that's endlessly satisfying.
Bourbon Egg Nog
A creamy, spirited holiday classic that pairs rich store-bought egg nog with a generous nip of smooth Kentucky bourbon. Quick to pour and impossible to resist, it's Christmas in a cup.
Breakfast Spritz
A sunny, low-fuss riff on the classic Aperol spritz that swaps prosecco for fresh orange juice. Bright, bittersweet and bubbly, it's the perfect way to start a lazy weekend brunch.
Catalan Coca (Spanish Pizza)
A rustic Spanish flatbread topped with sweet caramelized onions, tender red pepper and a dusting of smoky paprika. The wholesome three-flour base rolls out thin and crisp, making this a lighter, cheeseless take on pizza that's perfect for sharing.
Champagne Oysters
Fresh oysters bathed in a luxurious champagne-and-cream sauce, then grilled until golden and bubbling. An elegant, restaurant-worthy starter that comes together with just a handful of ingredients. Perfect for special occasions and impressing guests.
Chicken Vegetable Broth
A soul-warming, slow-simmered broth where tender chicken falls off the bone into a fragrant base of sautéed onion, garlic and sweet vegetables. Simple, nourishing, and perfect as a light meal or a base for other dishes.
Chili Beef
Thin slices of beef seared until caramelised, then tossed with garlic, ginger and chili in a sweet-savoury sauce brightened with lime and coriander. A fast, punchy stir-fry that's perfect spooned over steaming rice.
Chili Con Carne
A hearty, deeply spiced beef and bean chili simmered low and slow with a homemade Mexican spice blend. Rich with tomato, kidney beans and a hint of spicy salami, it's the ultimate crowd-pleasing comfort bowl. Serve with rice, corn chips or warm tortillas and pile on your favourite toppings.
Classic Italian Bruschetta
Crisp oven-toasted bread rubbed with fresh garlic and piled high with sweet, basil-flecked tomatoes. A simple Italian classic that tastes like summer and is best enjoyed al fresco with a good bottle of wine.
Creamy Gravlax Salmon
Silky ribbons of gravlax folded through a boozy white wine cream sauce, studded with sharp capers and finished with parmesan. Served over spaghetti and crowned with caviar, it's an indulgent weeknight pasta that tastes like a special occasion.
Creamy Mushroom Sauce
A rich, velvety mushroom sauce built on golden-brown mushrooms, white wine and cream, finished with parmesan and fresh thyme. It's endlessly versatile — spoon it over steak, toss through pasta, or smother an omelette.
Creamy Prawn Fettuccine
Golden pan-fried prawns nestled in a silky Cajun-spiced cream sauce, tossed through tender fettuccine. This quick skillet dinner delivers restaurant-worthy comfort in under half an hour.
Creamy Sparrowgrass Risotto
A hands-off oven-baked risotto studded with roasted asparagus and sweet English peas, finished with Parmesan, butter and a bright squeeze of lemon. Creamy, comforting and far less fussy than the stovetop stirred version. A perfect springtime vegetarian dinner.
Darwin Sunrise
A tropical twist on the classic lemon lime bitters, spiked with a generous double pour of gin. Refreshing, fizzy, and perfect for a hot Christmas afternoon in the Top End.
End of Days Bolognese
A rich, slow-simmered Italian ragù built on a classic soffritto with beef, pork and pancetta. White wine, milk and chicken stock melt into a deep, comforting sauce that clings to any pasta. The kind of Bolognese worth simmering for as long as you can stand to wait.
Fish Tacos
Crispy pan-fried fish nestled in golden tortillas with a fresh tomato salsa, black beans and corn, and creamy avocado. These vibrant tacos come together fast and let everyone build their own at the table.
Flammkuchen
A crisp, cracker-thin German flatbread topped with tangy creme fraiche, sweet sauteed onions and smoky bacon lardons. This Alsatian-style 'tarte flambée' bakes in minutes for a fuss-free, deeply satisfying dinner. Finished with melty gruyere, it's rustic comfort food at its best.
Focaccia (Focaccia Barese)
This is how a timeless Italian focaccia should be — ridiculously soft and fluffy inside, just-crispy on the outside, with a signature chew that comes from the secret ingredient: mashed potato. Baked in lashings of olive oil so the base crisps up almost like it's been fried, this no-knead bread is virtually foolproof and comes with three classic topping options.
Griessnockerlsuppe
A comforting Austrian semolina dumpling soup, featuring fluffy homemade Griessnockerl gently simmered in a savoury broth. Simple, nourishing, and the ultimate cosy classic for any day.
Huevos Rancheros Gringos
A hearty one-pan Mexican-inspired brunch of spicy chorizo, sweet caramelised capsicums and beans in a rich tomato sauce, topped with eggs baked right in. Served with crisp homemade tortilla chips, creamy avocado and a squeeze of fresh lime, it's a vibrant crowd-pleaser any time of day.
Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani
Layers of fragrant saffron basmati rice and bone-in chicken marinated in spiced yogurt, all steamed together until intensely aromatic. Crowned with crisp fried onions, fresh herbs and ghee, this is a showpiece biryani presented in ribbons of white, yellow, orange and brown. Serve with a cooling raita for a truly festive meal.
Italian Spritz
A bright, bittersweet aperitivo that captures the spirit of an Italian summer evening. Equal parts Aperol, sparkling wine and soda make for a refreshingly easy cocktail, finished with a fresh orange slice.
Kashmiri Chicken
Tender bite-sized chicken simmered in a creamy, saffron-scented sauce enriched with ground almonds and pistachios. Freshly dry-roasted whole spices give this delicate Kashmiri dish its warm, aromatic depth. A rich yet elegant curry perfect for a special dinner.
Keefy's Italian Chili Oil
A slow-infused chili oil built on top-quality extra virgin olive oil and hot dried chilies. Gently warmed for an hour, it delivers a medium zing but is really all about deep, rounded flavour. Bottle it up and share the warmth.
Kickass Pancakes
Thick, fluffy, creamy pancakes that flip up golden and light every time. This foolproof batter comes together in minutes and is endlessly customisable with your favourite toppings. Perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast that never disappoints.
Kyoga Fish
White fish fillets gently poached in a fragrant, fiery Thai-style coconut curry sauce built on a homemade chilli, ginger and lemongrass paste. Rich, sweet, salty and hot all at once, it comes together quickly and eats beautifully over steamed rice.
La Niña Pelirroja
A festive twist on the classic mule, this rum cocktail muddles fresh lime and ginger for a bright, spicy kick. Topped with fizzy ginger beer and finished with mint, it's a refreshing sipper for the Christmas season.
Lasagne
A proper homemade lasagne with a rich, slow-simmered beef and pork ragù layered between fresh pasta sheets and a silky parmesan white sauce. Topped with melting mozzarella and baked until golden and bubbling, it's the ultimate comforting dinner. Perfect for feeding a crowd.
Lasagne (Bolognese)
Layers of rich slow-cooked Bolognese, silky homemade béchamel and tender pasta sheets, crowned with molten chunks of mozzarella. Baked until golden and bubbling, this is comfort food at its most generous. Best made with a Bolognese cooked the day before for deeper flavour.
Lemon and Coriander Alfoil Fish
Delicate white fish fillets steamed in their own buttery, citrusy juices inside a foil parcel. The lemon and fresh coriander perfume the fish as it cooks, keeping it moist and full of flavour with almost no effort.
Ligurian Pesto Tomato Sauce
A rustic Ligurian-style tomato sauce enriched with a bright, fresh basil pesto stirred in at the end. Slow-simmered San Marzano tomatoes meet garlic, pine nuts, and Parmigiano for a deeply savoury sauce that clings beautifully to fresh pasta.
Lockdown Savoury Mince
A hearty, comforting savoury mince built on a base of leek, carrot and celery, with beef and caramelised honey-soy bacon for depth. Simmered in red wine and stock with tomato paste, then finished with corn and peas for a burst of sweet texture. Proper lockdown comfort food from the pantry.
Mackerel Salad
A quick, protein-packed salad that pairs tinned mackerel with crisp cos lettuce, juicy tomato, and briny capers. Roasted almonds add crunch and a drizzle of olive oil ties it all together. Ready in minutes with no cooking required.
Madras Beef CUrry
Tender chunks of stewing beef slow-simmered in a fragrant blend of coriander, turmeric and mustard seeds, enriched with creamy coconut milk. A warming, aromatic curry with a gentle chilli kick, finished with fresh coriander and a squeeze of lemon. Serve with fluffy rice and crisp poppadoms for a proper Madras feast.
Malabar Fish Curry
A vibrant Kerala fish curry from the Malabar coast, built on a smooth fresh-coconut paste brightened with turmeric, chilli and tangy tamarind. Firm white fish simmers gently in the golden gravy before a fragrant coconut-oil tempering of mustard, shallots and curry leaves is poured over. Serve with hot matta rice for the perfect balance of spice, salt and tart.
Malaysian Chicken Curry
A soulful, aromatic chicken curry built on the Malay technique of pecah minyak—"breaking the oil"—where the spice paste is fried until it glistens and splits for maximum flavour. Fragrant with lemongrass, curry leaves, and warm spices, it simmers with chicken and potatoes before being enriched with coconut milk. Serve it hot with steamed rice or roti canai for a bowl of Malaysian comfort.
Malaysian Kapitan Chicken
Bring the flavours of Malaysia into your home with this rich, flavourful and standout curry. So incredibly unctuous, it's impossible to resist.
Massaman Beef Curry
Tender slow-braised beef in a rich, aromatic coconut curry sauce built from a homemade charred spice paste. Sweet, salty and sour with warming cinnamon and star anise, this Thai classic is finished with crunchy peanuts and served over fluffy jasmine rice.
Ministrone Soup
A hearty, veg-packed Italian minestrone brimming with tender carrots, celery, zucchini, kidney beans and macaroni in a tomato-rich broth. Finished with fresh basil, a drizzle of olive oil and grated Parmesan, it's cosy comfort in a bowl. Easily made gluten-free by swapping the pasta.
New Year Sauce
A bright, punchy Thai-style dipping sauce that balances sour lime, sweet palm sugar, and salty fish sauce with fragrant coriander root and ginger. Pounded fresh in a mortar and pestle and finished with a colourful garnish, it's the perfect zingy accompaniment to grilled meats and seafood.
Original Maccheroni alla Bolognese
A ragù rooted in Pellegrino Artusi's 19th-century original — no tomato in sight. Instead, lean veal and pancetta are enriched with mushroom, truffle oil, white wine and a final swirl of cream for silky depth. Serve over fresh pasta with plenty of Parmigiano.
Pancakes
Thick, creamy batter cooks up into golden, fluffy pancakes with a hint of vanilla. Simple pantry ingredients come together in minutes for the ultimate weekend breakfast. Stack them high and drizzle with your favourite toppings.
Pasta with capers and lemon
A bright, briny weeknight pasta that pairs salty anchovies and capers with sweet blistered cherry tomatoes. Finished with a squeeze of lemon, fresh parsley, and a shower of parmesan, it's a fast dish full of Mediterranean punch.
Peinirli (Greek Pizza) Dough
This soft, enriched dough is the foundation for peinirli — the boat-shaped Greek pizza with pillowy edges and a golden, cheesy centre. Made with milk, butter and olive oil, it bakes up tender and rich, ready to cradle your favourite toppings.
Penaeng Chicken Curry
A rich, fragrant Thai-style Panang curry with tender slices of chicken simmered in creamy coconut and a peanut-spiked curry paste. Fresh Thai basil, kaffir lime and crisp vegetables lift every mouthful, served over fluffy jasmine rice.
Penang Curry Paste
A fragrant, homemade Thai curry paste bursting with dried chillies, roasted peanuts and aromatic lemon grass. Blitzing your own paste delivers a depth of flavour no jar can match, ready to transform any Penang curry.
Pepper Steak
A restaurant-classic pan-seared steak crowned with a luxurious brandy and cream peppercorn sauce. The pepper delivers a warm, aromatic bite while the cream mellows everything into silky perfection. Ready in minutes yet impressive enough for any special dinner.
Perfect Poached Eggs
Tender, tidy whites surrounding perfectly runny yolks—no wispy ragged edges in sight. A clever draining-and-tipping technique plus salted, vinegared water delivers restaurant-quality poached eggs every time. Serve on buttered toast, English muffins, or a sharply dressed salad.
Philistine Sketti
A rich, deeply savoury Italian-style meat sauce simmered with red wine, tomatoes and herbs until thick and glossy. Spooned over a tangle of spaghetti, it's the ultimate comforting weeknight bowl. Simple pantry ingredients transform into a sauce that tastes like it's been cooking all day.
Pizza dough
A simple, no-frills strong-flour pizza dough that comes together with just four ingredients and a bit of kneading. Rested and hand-stretched into rounds with puffy edges, it's ready for whatever toppings you love. Scales easily from a couple of pizzas up to a big family batch.
Pot Roast Chicken
A comforting one-pot roast where half a chicken simmers in white wine and stock alongside whole carrots and potatoes, then crisps up in the oven. The rich cooking juices are reduced into a silky gravy for a fuss-free Sunday dinner.
Red Wine Jus
A rich, glossy red wine and port jus reduced with beef stock until it's thick enough to coat a spoon. Caramelised onion and bacon give it deep savoury flavour, while a final knob of butter adds a silky sheen. The perfect finishing sauce for a roast or grilled steak.
Remi's Roti
Soft, flaky homemade roti made from a simple boiling-water dough that's rolled, buttered and coiled Swiss-roll style for tender layers. Cooked quickly on a hot pan until puffed with golden-brown spots, these pillowy flatbreads are perfect for scooping up curries.
Roast Chicken Pies
Comforting individual pies packed with tender roast chicken, sweet corn, leek and potato in a savoury stock base, all tucked under golden, flaky pastry. A brilliant way to turn leftover roast chicken into a hearty weeknight dinner.
Ruby Spritz
A bright, refreshing three-part cocktail that couldn't be simpler to throw together. Ruby red grapefruit juice gives it a rosy glow and a tart-sweet edge, lifted by fizzy soda water and a good measure of gin. Perfect for festive gatherings when you want something quick and cheerful.
Salmon Stirfry
Flaked salmon meets crisp Chinese stir-fry vegetables in a quick, ginger-spiked wok toss. Dark soy and mirin bring savoury depth in just minutes, making this a fast, satisfying weeknight dinner.
San Choy Bow (Chinese Lettuce Wraps)
One of the ultimate "just happens to be healthy" Chinese starters — savoury pork and hidden crunchy vegetables in a glossy brown sauce, bundled up in fresh, crisp lettuce cups. It all comes down to the sauce, and once you've nailed that you can put almost anything in the filling. Quick, easy and genuinely great even made entirely vegetarian.
Sangria
A fruity, festive pitcher of red wine spiked with triple sec and lengthened with lemonade and soda water. Loaded with sliced strawberries, orange, and fresh mint, it's the perfect refreshing crowd-pleaser for Christmas celebrations.
Scrambled Eggs
Soft, velvety scrambled eggs enriched with a splash of cream for luxurious folds. Ready in minutes, this classic breakfast is all about gentle heat and careful timing for that perfect just-set texture.
Seafood Bisque
A rich, velvety seafood bisque built on a deeply flavoured shellfish stock, laced with pastis, saffron and cream. Sweet crab and prawn meat are folded through before the whole thing is blitzed silky smooth. Restaurant-worthy comfort in a bowl.
Slightly Smutty Martini
A crisp, classic martini with a savoury twist — a splash of olive brine gives it just enough dirty edge to keep things interesting. Cold, sharp, and elegantly boozy, it's the perfect aperitif for a grown-up evening.
Sloepagne
A festive fizz that pairs the deep berry sweetness of sloe gin with crisp, dry sparkling wine. Simple to make yet elegant, it's the perfect celebratory drink for Christmas toasts. Berries add a jewel-like finishing touch.
Solyanka Soup
A hearty Eastern European soup packed with three kinds of cured meat, briny olives and pickles in a rich beef bone broth. Tangy, smoky and deeply savoury, it's finished with lemon, dill and a spoonful of sour cream. This is comfort food with a punchy, salty kick.
South East Spritz
A bright, citrus-forward spritz built on premium gin and fizzing grapefruit soda. Finished with a whisper of plum bitters and fresh squeezes of orange, lemon and lime, it's a refreshing sipper for warm afternoons.
Spaghetti alla Puttanesca
A punchy, salty-savoury Italian classic where anchovies, olives, capers and chilli melt into a rich tomato sauce that clings to every strand of spaghetti. Fast, pantry-friendly, and full of bold Mediterranean flavour — ready in about 20 minutes.
Spaghetti and Meatballs in Marinara Sauce
Tender beef-and-sausage meatballs simmered until silky in a garlicky basil-scented marinara, then tumbled over al dente spaghetti. A classic Italian-American comfort dinner that tastes like it took all day but comes together in about an hour. Finish with a shower of parmesan and fresh basil for a proper family feast.
Super Crunchy Roast Tatoes
The ultimate roast potato: fluffy inside, shatteringly crisp outside. Boiling then roughing up the edges creates maximum surface area, while a screaming-hot oiled tray guarantees a deep golden crunch. The perfect partner to any Sunday roast.
Swedish Meatballs
Tender beef and pork meatballs spiced with nutmeg and allspice, simmered in a rich, creamy beef gravy. Served over buttery mashed potato with a dollop of lingonberry jam, this is comfort food at its cosy best.
Tacos de carne asada
Smoky char-grilled skirt steak steeped in a bright marinade of pineapple, lime, jalapeño and herbs, then diced and piled into warm corn tortillas. Finished simply with fresh coriander, white onion and your favourite salsa, these tacos deliver authentic Mexican flavour off the BBQ.
Tall Onion Soup
A silky, comforting blend of leek, potato and garlic, gently sautéed in butter before simmering in chicken stock. Blended until smooth and finished with a swirl of cream, it's the ultimate cosy bowl for a cold day. Serve with croutons or buttered toast for the perfect dip.
Teriyaki Steak
A steak bathed in a classic Japanese marinade of mirin, sake, and soy, then seared to a caramelised crust and basted with a glossy teriyaki glaze. The reserved marinade boils down into a rich, sticky sauce that doubles down on flavour. Simple, savoury, and perfect over a bowl of rice.
Texas Two Step
A no-fuss boilermaker pairing a shot of American bourbon with an ice-cold crisp beer. Knock back the whiskey and chase it with the lager, or sip both together for a slower dance. Rustic, bold, and perfect for a festive toast.
Yellow Rice
Fragrant basmati rice tinted gold with turmeric and spiced with cardamom and cinnamon, studded with sweet raisins. This aromatic side dish comes together in minutes and turns any meal into something special.