Maple Pecan Sticky Buns

Although autumn has greeted us a month too early with it’s windy, wet weather (that could just be the London weather, who knows), this just means that the time for comfort food has finally come. These warm maple pecan sticky buns are the perfect treat for cosying up on the sofa in front of the […]

Cheesy Garlic Rolls

Yes, it’s raining in London in the middle (well, almost) of July and you’re just feeling some comfort food. Well, I’ve got you covered with these garlic herby cheese rolls. These are also great as a starter for Eid ul Adha coming up!

Blueberry Galette

Yes, it’s a scorcher outside but this jammy sweet blueberry galette with creamy ice cream just seems fitting. Don’t you think?

Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup

Whilst we’re in a complicated relationship with the weather this week – raining for 2 hours, sunny for 5 minutes – why not make a good ol’ noodle soup. Not just any ordinary chicken noodle soup but a Thai red curry noodle soup. 

Orange Chicken

Orange Chicken is an American-Chinese recipe that you can find at halal Panda Express and PF Changs around the world. It’s akin to a sweet and sour chicken but this version is much better, especially that little after zing from the orange flavour. 

Malai Chicken Tikka

I’m not going to waffle on today but here is a nice and light malai chicken tikka recipe. You may have had the bright red chicken tikka; malai (cream) chicken tikka is the softer and creamier sister of the bunch and a breeze to make! Plus, it is the perfect dish for this bbq weather […]

Chicken Shawarma

Since Ramadan is over, dinner in my house is returning to a somewhat healthy state. No deep-frying, unless its doughnuts because no one can say no to doughnuts, and no desserts, unless it’s ice cream, chocolatey, pastry, or cookie based. Okay, basically it doesn’t seem like much has changed but pinky promise, I’m trying to […]

Layered Pavlova

EID MUBARAK! And here is the last Ramadan recipe for this year… a layered strawberries and cream pavlova dessert! Not one pavlova but three whole pavlovas sandwiched together with freshly whipped vanilla cream and sweet berries. The perfect sweet ending to this month of fasting. 

Tips on Hosting Eid during Lockdown

This Ramadan, I like to think we made the most of the opportunity of being at home by reflecting on ourselves, spending quality time with other household members, and having been able to really focus on our prayers and fasts. It could possibly be the best Ramadan yet in terms of spiritually connecting with ourselves […]

10 Easy Eid Recipes Using Fridge and Pantry Staples

This year, Eid may seem a little different to usual but in Anisa Cook’s own words:  “We finally have a Ramadan where we can focus on ourselves, family, and of course Ramadan itself properly”