What's for dinner?
What's for dinner?
What's for dinner?
What's for dinner?
Fish and Prawns
Noodles
Quick Meals
It was such a warm day today. With the forecast looking even sunnier for the weekend, I thought I’d share …
Noodles
Pork
Quick Meals
This Pork Mince Noodle Stir-Fry is a quick, flavour-packed dish that comes together in under 30 minutes. Made with chewy flat rice noodles, savoury pork mince, and a colourful mix of vegetables, it’s finished with a simple umami-rich sauce. Serve it topped with sriracha, roasted peanuts and crispy fried shallots for extra crunch and bold flavour. A versatile, family-friendly dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Cake
Dessert
Kids
This wedding anniversary cake features alternating layers of fragrant jasmine tea sponge and fruity blackberry lemon cake, filled with light and tangy lemon Swiss meringue buttercream. Decorated simply with fresh edible flowers and herbs, it’s a beautiful and delicious centrepiece for any special occasion.
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This Vietnamese coffee ice cream with rum is the perfect combination of creamy sweetness and bold coffee flavour. Made with double cream, condensed milk, strong Vietnamese coffee and a splash of rum, it’s a rich and indulgent frozen dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for coffee lovers.
Quick Meals
Rice
This Pak Choi in Oyster Sauce (Cải Thìa Sốt Dầu Hào) is a simple yet delicious Asian-style vegetable dish. Blanched pak choi is topped with a savoury oyster sauce infused with garlic, soy, and a hint of chilli. It’s fresh, light, and perfect as a quick side to any meal.
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Hanoi Prawn Fritters (Banh Tom Ha Noi) are a beloved Vietnamese street food made with whole prawns and shredded sweet potatoes, fried in a light, golden batter until perfectly crispy. Traditionally served with fresh herbs, salad leaves, and a tangy nuoc cham dipping sauce, these fritters are full of texture and flavour – ideal for sharing at family meals or as a special weekend treat.
Coconut milk
Dessert
This Mango Sago with Coconut Jelly (Chè Xoài Thạch Dừa) is a refreshing dessert made with sweet ripe mangoes, chewy tapioca pearls, and smooth homemade coconut jelly, all brought together in a lightly sweetened coconut soup. It’s fruity, creamy and packed with delightful textures – perfect for cooling down on a warm summer day.
Kids
Rice
Sticky Rice
This Black Glutinous Rice in Lotus Leaf is a beautiful and fragrant Vietnamese dish made with lightly sautéed vegetables, crunchy macadamia nuts, and chewy black glutinous rice. Wrapped in a lotus leaf, the rice absorbs a subtle floral aroma, making it as elegant as it is delicious. Perfect for a special occasion or when you want to bring a taste of Vietnam to your table.
Fish and Prawns
Noodles
This Lemongrass Prawn Noodle Salad (Bún Tôm Nướng Sả) is a light and flavour-packed Vietnamese dish, perfect for warm days. Juicy prawns are marinated in fragrant lemongrass and grilled to perfection, then served over rice noodles with crisp salad vegetables, fresh herbs, spring onion oil and a tangy nước chấm dressing. Quick, healthy and absolutely delicious – it’s dinner in under 30 minutes.
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This Elderflower and Lemon Cordial is a beautifully fragrant, homemade drink that captures the essence of early summer. Made with freshly picked elderflowers, zesty lemon, and just a handful of simple ingredients, it’s a wonderfully refreshing drink served chilled with still or sparkling water. Whether you’re hosting a garden party or enjoying a quiet moment in the sunshine, this cordial is a delightful way to make the most of the elderflower season.