Torn between having a drink or a great meal? Why not have both, sort of, with a delicious bowl of pasta alla vodka? It may not be the most traditional Italian dish, but its creamy sauce, subtle heat and unexpected splash of vodka are exactly what make it unforgettable. And hey, as a 14-year-old, this…
Why your salmon skin stays stuck to the pan (and how to fix it)
Picture this. You head to the supermarket, grab a nice fillet of salmon, and set out to cook the most delectable piece of fish you’ve ever had. “Surely cooking this can’t be that hard,” you say to yourself. But the moment you try to flip it, the skin peels off faster than a bad sunburn…
Hong Shao Rou, low and slow
Succulent, fatty meat that melts in your mouth, wrapped in a glossy, rich sauce – there’s no better way to describe Hong Shao Rou (red-braised pork belly). It’s a dish that’s equal parts comfort and indulgence, with deep soy flavors, warm spices and a hint of sweetness in every bite. Slow-cooked and caramelised to perfection,…
A burrito bowl for the soul
It was one of those evenings; long day, zero energy and a fridge full of maybe-I’ll-use-that-someday ingredients. Instead of giving in to takeout temptation, I pulled together one of my go-to weeknight lifesavers: the burrito bowl. It’s fast, satisfying and customisable with whatever you have on hand. This version came together in under 30 minutes,…
Protein coagulation and key lime pie
Yesterday, my kitchen smelled like summer. There’s something about the tangy-sweet aroma of freshly squeezed key limes and a buttery biscuit crust that instantly lifts your mood. I hadn’t planned on baking a pie, but when I spotted those tiny, stubborn green gems at the market, I knew exactly what they were meant for. What…