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Mandarin Tiramisu

35 mins Beginner

Garlic and Herb-Roasted Chicken

1 hr 50 mins Intermediate

Individual Christmas Pies

35 mins Intermediate

Braised Beef Shanks

3 hrs 15 mins Intermediate

Mini Crushed Potato Tarts displayed on a serving board.

Easy Mini Crushed Potato Tarts (Gluten Free)

1 hr 5 mins Beginner

A beautifully sliced Crushed Potato Veggie Quiche, revealing a creamy filling and assorted vegetables in a potato crust.

Easy Crushed Potato Veggie Quiche (Gluten Free)

1 hr 50 mins Beginner

Crushed Potato Pie

1 hr 30 mins Beginner

Finished cottage cheese date bite coated in chocolate and topped with crushed pistachios

Cottage Cheese Date Bites

20 mins Beginner

Rice Paper Chicken Sausage Rolls

30 mins Beginner

Courgette Tortilla Quiches

40 mins Beginner

Strawberry Ricotta Tartlets

45 mins Intermediate

Chicken and Feta Puff Quiches

45 mins Beginner

Whole Apple Bakewell Tart with golden crust and apple slices.

Easy Apple Bakewell Tart

1 hr 5 mins Intermediate

Butternut Squash and Gruyère Gratin

1 hr 30 mins Beginner

Tortilla Cups filled with creamy Avocado Mousse and topped with zesty Salmon Tartare, garnished with fresh chives

Tortilla Cups with Salmon Tartare and Avocado Mousse

28 mins Beginner

Pesto Mozzarella Filo Buns

25 mins Beginner

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Rice Paper Chicken Sausage Rolls

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Rice Paper Chicken Sausage Rolls: Crispy, Juicy, and Packed with Flavour If you love recipes that combine a crispy exterior …

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Courgette Tortilla Quiches

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Courgette Tortilla Quiches. Light, Creamy and Beautifully Layered If you enjoy recipes that look impressive but are surprisingly simple to …

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Strawberry Ricotta Tartlets

Updated on 07/03/202607/03/2026Leave a Comment

Strawberry Ricotta Tartlets – Buttery Pastry with Creamy Ricotta and Fresh Strawberries There’s something irresistible about a beautifully made tartlet. …

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Chicken and Feta Puff Quiches

Updated on 05/03/202605/03/2026Leave a Comment

Chicken and Feta Puff Quiches These Chicken and Feta Puff Quiches are one of those recipes that look far more …

About Me

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I’m Izabella, and I’m thrilled to have you here!

I was born and raised in Ukraine, where my passion for cooking was sparked in early childhood. I have fond memories of waking up to the delicious aromas of breakfast my mother would prepare and the joy of cooking together as a family. My culinary creativity truly blossomed during my student years, as I learned to craft unique dishes from limited ingredients.

Living in the Middle East further expanded my culinary horizons, and I’m still deeply inspired by the rich flavours of Middle Eastern cuisine, which you’ll find featured often in my recipes. For the past five years, I’ve made the UK my home, where I now dedicate myself full-time to my food blog.
Here, you’ll discover a collection of simple, easy-to-follow recipes that are perfect for anyone who loves quick and delicious meals. As a self-proclaimed “lazy cook,” I focus on efficiency without sacrificing flavour. If that sounds like what you’re looking for, you’re in the right place!