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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

Sliced High-Protein Salmon Courgette Wrap showing colourful layers of salmon, avocado, rocket and roasted pepper inside the courgette base.

High-Protein Salmon Courgette Wrap (No Bread!)

45 mins Beginner

Spinach and Feta Flatbreads

55 mins Beginner

Crispy Rice Paper Toast

18 mins Beginner

Spinach Feta Rice Paper Bombs

25 mins Beginner

Blueberry Ricotta Lasagna

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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Spinach and Feta Flatbreads

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Spinach and Feta Flatbread: Soft, Cheesy and Perfectly Golden from the Pan There is something incredibly satisfying about tearing into …

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Crispy Rice Paper Toast

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Crispy Rice Paper Toast: Crunchy, Cheesy and Packed with Protein This Crispy Rice Paper Toast is a quick and delicious …

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Spinach Feta Rice Paper Bombs

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Spinach Feta Rice Paper Bombs: Golden, Cheesy Air Fryer Bites These Spinach Feta Rice Paper Bombs turn a handful of …

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Blueberry Ricotta Lasagna

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Blueberry Ricotta Lasagna: A Creamy, Fruity Twist on Classic Lasagna Who says lasagna has to be savoury? This Blueberry Ricotta …

About Me

Hi there!

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!