Hello again my friend! The cooking and eating marathon that is the High Holydays and Succot is almost at an end. If like me, you're running out of energy and enthusiasm, check out my easiest, tastiest, most bang-for-your-buck recipes below. These deliver max flavour and wow factor, for minimum effort. Phew! Starting with... Recipe of the week - 10 minute chocolate tart With just three ingredients and a few minutes work, you have a lush and luxurious vegan dark chocolate tart that's a...
8 days ago • 3 min read
Hello again my friend! I hope you had a meaningful Yom Kippur, and your pre- and post-fast foods were nourishing and delicious! Shabbat recipe of the week - Lokshen pudding with apple As we shift gears and enter 'hot pudding' season, what better way to start than with a classic? This is my Mum's version of lokshen pudding, which sandwiches a filling of soft, fruity apples between two layers of sweet and spicy noodles. It's warm, comforting, and absolutely delicious! If you've never used...
15 days ago • 2 min read
Hello there my friend! I hope you had an uplifting and meaningful Rosh Hashanah, and were able to start the year as you mean to go on. Shabbat recipe of the week - Creamy courgette and potato soup This Shabbat falls right before Yom Kippur. For me, that means an emphasis on homely, comforting, humble food, made to nourish our bodies and souls as we prepare for the Day of Atonement. This creamy vegan soup, made with seasonal courgettes, hearty potatoes, and gentle seasonings, is ideal. It's...
22 days ago • 2 min read
Hello my friend! Rosh Hashanah is tomorrow! I'm sure your plans are done, the cooking is in hand, and you're looking forward to a lovely YomTov. Recipe of the week - sticky, spicy honey cake! This rich, dark, and sticky honey cake is spiced up with zingy spices and zesty orange, in a tribute to my late Mum's classic Rosh Hashanah ginger and golden syrup cake. Easy to make, it's a delicious way to usher in a sweet New Year. It's gooey, sticky, rich and sweet, and has a gorgeous honey flavour....
29 days ago • 2 min read
Hello there my friend! September is here! Can you feel it? More below, but first... Shabbat recipe of the week - Pear and Apple Crumble Cake Crumble cakes are right up there in my list of favourite bakes. A base of tender sponge, a layer of luscious fruits, and a topping of delicious crunchy crumble - it's a bake that has it all! This delicious apple and pear crumble cake is delightfully seasonal and a wonderful way to use September's lovely fruits. Enjoy it warm with custard or cream, or...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hello there my friend! Rosh Hashanah is just a couple of weeks away, so it's time to start planning in earnest! See below for my favourite YomTov dishes that are both festive and also healthy choices. Shabbat recipe of the week - Grilled peach salad with pecans and feta Stone fruits are at the peak of their season around now, and this gorgeous salad is a simple and delicious way to enjoy them. Soft, sweet, smoky grilled peach slices are combined with crispy lettuce, salty feta, and crunchy...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hello there my friend! Are you starting to think about Rosh Hashanah and the rest of the chagim? More below, but first... Shabbat recipe of the weekCoconut lemon cake with olive oil & yogurt This super-moist lemon cake is made with olive oil, yogurt and fresh lemon juice and zest for maximum zing and a rich, delicious flavour. It has sunny Mediterranean vibes running right through it and is the perfect slice to enjoy on a beautiful August Shabbat. You can use a non-dairy yogurt like soy or...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hello my friend, Today is Rosh Chodesh Ellul, which means Rosh Hashanah is just a few weeks away! I'll be getting more into that next week, but first... Shabbat recipe of the week - courgette, feta and mint pashtida Pashtida is an Israeli baked savoury dish of vegetables, cheese and eggs that makes a delicious and filling main dish or side. This courgette, feta and mint pashtida is light but flavoursome, and delicious eaten both hot or cold. Not quite a quiche, not quite a frittata - whatever...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hello again my friend, I hope you're enjoying August and all it has to offer! Shabbat recipe of the week - Challah Summer Pudding Summer Pudding is one of my favourite desserts! Bursting with fresh and fruity flavours, it takes full advantage of the season’s glorious ripe berries and makes the perfect end to a Summer meal. This (new!) recipe upgrades the original by swapping challah for basic white bread, which adds a subtle difference in texture and flavour. It's the perfect way to use up...
2 months ago • 3 min read
