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Vietnamese Prawn and Pork Mince Noodle Salad (Phở Trộn Tôm Thịt)

Updated on December 19, 2025December 17, 2025Leave a Comment

This Vietnamese Prawn and Pork Mince Noodle Salad (Phở Trộn Tôm Thịt) is a light yet satisfying Vietnamese noodle dish that comes together in just 30 minutes. Made with flat rice noodles, prawns, pork mince, fresh herbs and a savoury-sweet dressing, it can be served warm in winter or cold on a hot summer’s day. Simple ingredients, big Vietnamese flavours, and perfect for a quick midweek dinner.

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Ginger Chocolate Brownies – A Festive Fudgy Treat for Winter

Updated on December 12, 2025December 12, 2025Leave a Comment

Rich, fudgy, and beautifully spiced — these Ginger Chocolate Brownies are a festive twist on the classic chocolate brownie. Each square is filled with dark chocolate goodness, a touch of gingerbread spice, and chewy pieces of candied ginger for an irresistible bite. Perfect for cosy winter evenings or as part of your Christmas dessert table.

My Simple Hainanese Chicken Rice (Cơm Gà Hai Nam)

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My Simple Hainanese Chicken Rice (Cơm Gà Hải Nam)

Updated on December 10, 2025December 10, 2025Leave a Comment

My Simple Hainanese Chicken Rice is an easy, family-friendly version of the famous Southeast Asian dish. Juicy poached chicken is served with aromatic garlic-infused rice cooked in broth, fresh cucumber and a tangy ginger dipping sauce. It’s a comforting, delicious meal that brings the warmth of South East Asian home cooking straight to your table.

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Bò Lúc Lắc (Vietnamese Steak Bites)

Updated on December 7, 2025December 7, 2025Leave a Comment

Bo Luc Lac (Vietnamese Steak Bites) is a beloved Vietnamese dish featuring tender cubes of marinated beef, quickly seared for a caramelised crust, then stir-fried with colourful vegetables in a sweet and savoury sauce. Perfect served with rice, chips, or a side of quick pickles for a balance of flavour and freshness.

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Chai Latte Crumble Cake

Updated on December 5, 2025December 5, 2025Leave a Comment

This Chai Latte Crumble Cake combines everything you love about a cosy cup of chai — the warmth of cinnamon and cardamom, the sweetness of vanilla buttercream, and the nutty crunch of pecan crumble. It’s soft, spiced, and utterly comforting — a perfect bake for Christmas or any cool autumn day.

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Vietnamese Prawn and Pork Mince Noodle Soup (Bún Tôm Thịt Băm)

Updated on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025Leave a Comment

This Vietnamese Prawn and Pork Mince Noodle Soup (Bún Tôm Thịt Bằm) is light yet full of flavour. With a naturally sweet broth made from dried prawns, pork mince and fresh herbs, it’s the ultimate comforting meal for chilly evenings.

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Gingerbread Honey Christmas Wreath Cake

Updated on November 28, 2025November 28, 2025Leave a Comment

This Gingerbread Honey Christmas Wreath Cake is adapted from my Mini Gingerbread Honey Cakes — soft, spiced layers baked in a wreath shape, sandwiched with cream cheese frosting and topped with berries and biscuit cut-outs. A simple yet stunning festive centrepiece that tastes just like Christmas.

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My Christmas Baking and Treats Collection

Updated on December 28, 2025November 23, 2025Leave a Comment

Discover my collection of Christmas bake treats – from spiced cakes and festive cookies to edible gifts and show-stopping centrepieces. Each recipe is homemade, full of flavour, and inspired by the warmth of the season.

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Red Velvet Christmas Tree Cake

Updated on November 22, 2025November 22, 2025Leave a Comment

This Red Velvet Christmas Tree Cake is a true Christmas showstopper — soft red velvet sponge stacked into a tree shape, layered with smooth cream cheese frosting in white and green, and finished with glazed cherries and a dusting of icing sugar snow. Festive, elegant, and irresistibly delicious.

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Sticky Rice Balls with Pork Mince (Xôi Bọc Thịt)

Updated on November 21, 2025November 21, 2025Leave a Comment

These Sticky Rice Balls with Pork Mince (Xôi Bọc Thịt) are a delicious Vietnamese comfort food combining glutinous rice and a savoury pork filling. Each ball is soft, sticky and aromatic, wrapped around juicy meat seasoned with soy sauce, mushrooms and sausages, then topped with fried shallots and spring onion oil.

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