In the kitchen

Cypriot olive halloumi bread

Amazing accompaniment to salads and soups – or even on its own.

Nov 23, 2024 •

Börek with ground beef & feta

My current favourite way of enjoying börek.

Nov 10, 2024 •

The album track that should have been a single.

Oct 27, 2024 •

Banjaan Borani (Afghan aubergine with yoghurt)

Delightful aubergine dish with the subtle flavours of Afghan cuisine.

Oct 21, 2024 •

Banana bread with walnuts and dates

A comforting sweet beak with subtle flavours of the Middle East.

Oct 11, 2024 •

Warming food that comforts

A few recipes to get you into the rhythm (and weather) of fall.

Oct 9, 2024 •

Uzbek plov (Rice with lamb & carrot)

The Uzbek national dish that you'll find versions of all over Central Asia and the Caucasus.

Oct 6, 2024 •

Beetroot and lentil salad with tahini

Bold and earthy flavours in a salad that can be eaten on its own or with fish or chicken.

Sep 27, 2024 •

Lebanese style pasta with yoghurt and spiced lamb (Macarona bil laban)

Quick everyday dinner full of flavour.

Sep 20, 2024 •

Spiced orzo with prawns & feta

One of my favourite quick recipes.

Sep 18, 2024 •

Lamb with tomato & isot aioli

Perhaps my favourite way to enjoy lamb in summer.

Jul 30, 2024 •

Chebureki (Fried börek with meat)

A fried delight of Crimean Tatar origin.

Jul 19, 2024 •

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