Smoky aubergine grilled until silky, drizzled with garlic oil and lemon. An earthy side that pairs beautifully with lamb koftas.
Pumpkin roasted with warming curry spices, blended smooth, and finished with coconut cream. A fragrant, creamy soup with brightness from lime and a swirl of colour.
Flaky puff pastry pinwheels swirled with garlic herb cheese, golden and crisp from the oven. Perfect finger food, delicious warm or cold, and simple enough for effortless entertaining anytime.
Triangles that pack a punch These puff pastry triangles filled with spiced lamb and served with cooling mint yoghurt are bold, fragrant, and immensely satisfying. They’re the kind of appetiser that takes inspiration from Middle …
These Sweet & Spicy Pineapple Halloumi Skewers are a tropical twist on your standard vegetarian BBQ spread. Juicy chunks of caramelised pineapple meet the savoury richness of halloumi cheese, while strips of red pepper and …
Chimichurri works so well with courgettes! The first time I paired chimichurri with courgettes, it was a happy accident. I’d made the sauce for this bbq chicken with chimichurri recipe, but the courgettes I was …
This creamy leek and mustard gratin is a proper comfort food side dish that brings a warm, rustic elegance to the table. I’ve been making versions of it for years, and it never fails to …
Why These Garlic Rosemary Roast Potatoes Are My Go-To Side I’ve always believed you can tell a lot about a home cook by their roast potatoes. Fluffy middles, crisp golden edges, and that irresistible scent …
This is my go-to when I want a lighter, zesty potato side that works with smoky BBQ flavours. Baby new potatoes are steamed until tender, then tossed in a warm dressing of lemon, olive oil, …
There’s always someone hovering around the BBQ who wants a bit of heat, these spicy roast potatoes deliver. I toss these baby potatoes with fresh red chilli, smoked paprika, and garlic, then roast them until …
There’s something great about this roasted garlic hummus. It’s sweet, nutty, and so much softer than raw garlic, which makes it perfect for hummus. This roasted garlic hummus is creamy, light, and packed with a …
This smoky paprika hummus is my go-to when I want a dip with a little extra depth and warmth. It’s made with the same core ingredients as traditional hummus but elevated with sweet smoked paprika, …
This sun-dried tomato and basil hummus brings a Mediterranean twist to the classic chickpea dip. Packed with rich, tangy tomatoes and the fresh aroma of basil, it’s one of those recipes I come back to …
There’s something visually pleasing about beetroot hummus. The colour always impresses, that rich magenta-purple shade draws people in before they’ve even tasted it. But once you get past the looks, what really keeps you coming …
I love making this spiced carrot hummus when I’ve got a bag of slightly sad carrots hanging around. Roasting them brings out their natural sweetness, which pairs really well with earthy cumin, a little paprika, …
I’ve made hummus more times than I can count, but this roasted red pepper hummus is one of the ones I keep coming back to. It’s full of smoky, sweet, garlicky flavours and has a …