Three bean salad with herb salsa When summer came round my mum would inevitably make a bean salad for our family picnics. My mum was definitely on to something as the salad never went soggy and stood up to the long car journeys in search of the perfect picnic spot. Instead [...]

These tasty little cheese coins with figs are the perfect little aperitifs to share with your friends and family. Prep them in advance and store in the freezer for a handy pull-out snack when visitors arrive. See the full recipe over on my Youtube channel – let me know [...]

What did you think of my spicy taco shells? For a deliciously light and easy filling to go with them, I’ve created this tahini taco recipe. It’s perfect for using up that jar of tahini and a great veggie meal. The nutty tahini is goes so well with the acidity of [...]

Brush your tortillas with a quick and easy spice blend – a great way to jazz up your taco shells and give them a spicy kick! Hop over to my Youtube channel for the recipe. Let me know what you think in the comments. PS. Don’t forget to subscribe!

Fig season is a joyous time of year for me. Back in my Paris days, the markets would be filled with piles of these squidgy fruit, no doubt sent up from the sunny south where they grow in abundance. I would eat them on the spot, or if I managed to get them home, they would [...]

Even the most fanatical meat-lovers will love this veggie burger because it has all the classic trimmings of a regular burger, including the chips. The mushrooms replace the buns so it’s also gluten-free but it’s so delicious you don’t feel like you’re missing out on [...]

Squash is absolutely delicious cooked simply – I love to roast it in the oven and sprinkle with some maldon salt. Serve with a cool cottage cheese dip – made with dried and fresh mint –  for the perfect starter or side dish. See the full recipe over on [...]

Fed up with mystery meat patties on the barbecue this summer? This vegetable burger is just the ticket. Don’t be afraid to go to town on the accessories — just because it’s meat-free doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be indulgent (although it’s also damn good without the bun). [...]

Houmous doesn’t just need to be made with chickpeas – using roasted butternut squash is lighter, tastier and brings a hint of summer! See the full recipe over on my Youtube channel – let me know what you think in the comments. PS. Don’t forget to subscribe! [...]

Butternut squash can be the star of any summer dish – perfect for roasting on the barbecue and tastes beautiful in a salad. They are also a great source of fibre, potassium and vitamin C, which are essential for bolstering the immune system. I’ve used Chinese [...]