Life is better when there is good food to be had — whether it’s a lazy brunch, a comforting weeknight dinner or a festive feast shared with friends and family. Great food doesn’t need to be fancy or take hours to prepare; sometimes, the best meals come together in minutes and leave you wanting more. I love experimenting with recipes from every corner of the globe, this is a curated collection of favourites. These dishes use simple, wallet-friendly ingredients - no special skills or equipment required, no hunting for the spring cheese of the golden fleeced goat of the upper Cantabrian mountains.

My philosophy: recipes are a guideline, not a legal document. Bend them to suit your own taste and ignore the purists, or let these ideas spark your own kitchen creations.

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Dips & spreads
Greek Tzatziki

Greek Tzatziki

Tzatziki is a deliciously creamy cucumber dip or condiment that's easy to make at home. Serve as a dip with pita, or on grilled lamb or souvlaki ... anywhere you like!
2025-10-04 01:45:42 UTC
Mirza ghasemi (Persian tomato and aubergine dip)

Mirza ghasemi (Persian tomato and aubergine dip)

A great Persian dish of soft roasted aubergine in tomato and garlic sauce, with eggs cooked into it at the last minute. Ideal for making as part of a mezze meal or as a brunch treat.
2025-10-03 23:45:25 UTC
Zacusca (Aubergine, Pepper and Tomato Spread)

Zacusca (Aubergine, Pepper and Tomato Spread)

A delicious spread with aubergine, peppers and tomatoes. Perfect as a dip on the appetizer platter, as a spread on sandwiches, morning toast, bagels or as a smoky pasta sauce.
2025-09-28 03:55:24 UTC
Red Lentil Hummus

Red Lentil Hummus

Smooth, creamy and infused with herbs and spices, this is an easy to make spread so worth the small effort.
2025-09-28 03:32:09 UTC
White Bean Hummus with Fresh Basil and Thyme

White Bean Hummus with Fresh Basil and Thyme

Use cannellini beans for this hummus variant to make a moreable dip for your next meze.
2025-09-28 03:22:02 UTC
Baba Ghanoush

Baba Ghanoush

The classic baba ghanoush - a Middle Eastern staple served with any self respecting meze.
2025-09-28 03:13:22 UTC
Slow-cooked garlic hummus with marinated mushrooms

Slow-cooked garlic hummus with marinated mushrooms

Grilling and marinating mushrooms really enhances their meatiness, making this a hearty vegetarian option.
2025-09-28 02:40:10 UTC
Hummus with cinnamon, lemon and ginger

Hummus with cinnamon, lemon and ginger

Grab some crusty bread or pitta to mop up the fried aromatic oil with this hummus.
2025-09-28 02:16:09 UTC
Aubergine, red pepper and tomato dip

Aubergine, red pepper and tomato dip

This aromatic vegetable dip, with eggs folded through it at the end, is a non-traditional take on an Iranian dish. Serve as part of a meze spread, or as a light supper or weekend breakfast with good bread and some salty cheese or crunchy salad.
2025-09-28 00:56:05 UTC
Hummus (Roasted Garlic and Caramelized Onion)

Hummus (Roasted Garlic and Caramelized Onion)

This hummus packs a punch of flavour. You can adjust the intensity by adding more or less roasted garlic to suit your taste.
2025-09-24 22:58:12 UTC
Hummus (Lima Bean)

Hummus (Lima Bean)

The buttery texture of lima beans make an outstanding smooth and creamy hummus. Serve them up with some vegetables or crackers.
2025-09-24 22:44:23 UTC
Hummus (Roasted Red Pepper)

Hummus (Roasted Red Pepper)

Red pepper, garlic and spices go into the hummus variant. Creamy with a little bit of texture, and packed with flavour – sweet, smoky, and spicy!
2025-09-24 22:35:19 UTC
Hummus (Spicy Carrot )

Hummus (Spicy Carrot )

A spicy carrot alternative to the classic hummus, vary the heat as you like.
2025-09-24 22:21:11 UTC
Hummus (Sweet Potato )

Hummus (Sweet Potato )

A slightly sweet, nutty, garlicky alternative to chickpea hummus.
2025-09-24 22:06:19 UTC
Hummus (Beetroot and Ricotta)

Hummus (Beetroot and Ricotta)

This hummus brings out the best of ricotta and the powerful flavour and colour of beetroot to make an unusual but delicious spread.
2025-09-24 06:01:54 UTC
Hummus (Herby Avocado)

Hummus (Herby Avocado)

A twist on the classic hummus, blending in avacado and a mix of herbs and spices for a moreable spread.
2025-09-24 05:46:59 UTC
Hummus (Classic Chickpea)

Hummus (Classic Chickpea)

The original, classic chickpea hummus. Quick and easy to make, and better than any store bought hummus - you can't beat that fresh made taste.
2025-09-24 05:38:54 UTC
Caramelised Onion Chutney

Caramelised Onion Chutney

Some might call this an onion marmalade. However you call it, it marries perfectly with a sharp cheddar and baked ham on a fresh bread roll, or spread it on poppadoms for a delicious crunchy spicy bite. Make it in bulk, you'll be coming back for more!
2025-09-22 03:55:09 UTC
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