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Bright Green Salad w Pomegranate & Mint
A bright, beautiful salad that can be adapted to whatever greens are in season. Try green beans, asparagus, broccoli, peas. Or swap out the mint for dill or basil.

Melinda Essey
Mar 251 min read
Cumin roasted potatoes with preserved lemon yoghurt
This delicious side pairs just as well with roast chicken, lamb or fish with the yoghurt dressing complementing the meat.

Melinda Essey
Mar 251 min read


Roasted maple & tahini carrot salad
The salad is completely customisable. It works with fewer or more vegetables and a whole range of crunchy, soft and salty additions.

Melinda Essey
Mar 251 min read


Almond Spice Cake
This simple almond cake is a surefire winner. It’s moist and chewy with just the right amount of sweetness.

Melinda Essey
Mar 181 min read


Seared Duck with Pomegranate Glazed Figs
The richness of the duck pairs so well with the sticky sweetness of the caramelised fig, salty creaminess of the Persian feta, and the bright lively green of the watercress and mint.

Melinda Essey
Feb 131 min read


Fennel & Orange Prawn Cocktail
Have prawn cocktails ever gone out of fashion? I love the traditional version with the creamy sauce, but sometimes I just want something a little lighter with the fresh flavours of now.

Melinda Essey
Feb 131 min read


Dark Chocolate Mousse w Caramelised Nuts & Fresh Berries
For lovers of chocolate there’s nothing better than this gloriously indulgent mousse. Use a dark chocolate, even if you normally don’t like it, not less than 50%. How can something so simple taste so good?

Melinda Essey
Feb 131 min read


Cherry Spring Rolls
Just in time for Christmas, cherry season is a gift in itself. Those bright, juicy baubles bursting with deliciousness in every bite. In light of this I’ve put cherries to good use in an easy, high impact, highly portable treat. Perfect for the silly season!

Melinda Essey
Nov 19, 20251 min read


Super Quick Lentils with Spinach & Yoghurt
Some version of this dish is always on high rotation in my house. It’s quick, nutritious and filling. It can be served at room temperature in summer or hot in winter.

Melinda Essey
Oct 14, 20251 min read


No-Bake Crumble Magic
It turns out you can get all the cosy crumble vibes without the baking. Apples and pears are my go-to in the colder months, but this is super adaptable. Think juicy berries or stone fruits when summer rolls around.

Melinda Essey
Aug 1, 20251 min read


Prosecco Jellies with Strawberry Granita
If you really want to wow your guests, these Prosecco Jellies with Strawberry Granita are the trick.

Melinda Essey
Feb 11, 20251 min read


Red Wine Cooked Spaghetti
This Red Wine Cooked Spaghetti is a simple, quick and delicious way to up your pasta game.

Melinda Essey
Feb 11, 20251 min read


Sticky Cherry Chocolate Cake
This not-too-sweet, easy to make cake is a little bit fudgy and a lot delicious, with the added bonus of being gluten free. Impressive...

Melinda Essey
Nov 30, 20241 min read


Pumpkin Cookies
When pumpkin season is popping you'll have plenty of opportunities to feature this delicious vegetable. And if you have a sweet tooth...

Melinda Essey
Nov 29, 20241 min read


Cauliflower and Feta Pasta
This creamy and satisfying Cauliflower and Feta Pasta is also light enough for those warmer spring days. With cauliflower so abundant and...

Melinda Essey
Sep 18, 20241 min read


Pasta with Cavolo Nero
This Pasta with Cavolo Nero dish is one of those great recipes that allow us to easily change it up with the seasons. It's an awesome...

Melinda Essey
Sep 17, 20241 min read


Radicchio Salad
If you're like me and you like to pair heavier winter fare with a lighter option, then this Radicchio Salad will hit the spot.

Melinda Essey
Jul 15, 20241 min read


Eggplant Rice Rolls
A delicious, hearty and healthy dish for anyone who loves eggplant

Melinda Essey
Jul 15, 20241 min read


Chickpea, Herb & Bulghur Salad
Salad can be divisive. Or worse, boring. But the old saying 'nobody ever makes friends with salad' does not apply here. The rich capsicum...

Melinda Essey
Mar 11, 20241 min read


Marmalade and Fennel Chicken Tray Bake
I was thinking about how many uses I have for each thing in my fridge. A jar of marmalade is never just used for toast. I use it on...

Melinda Essey
Feb 15, 20241 min read
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