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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

Roasted Tomato Four-Cheese Stuffed Pasta

Cherry Cheesecake

1 hr 20 mins Beginner

Cheesy Beef Ragù Filo Rolls

50 mins Beginner

Cherry Rice Paper Mochi

35 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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Roasted Tomato Four-Cheese Stuffed Pasta

Updated on 26/07/202626/07/2026Leave a Comment

Roasted Tomato Four-Cheese Stuffed Pasta: Creamy, Golden and Full of Flavour This Roasted Tomato Four-Cheese Stuffed Pasta turns a handful …

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Cherry Cheesecake

Updated on 22/07/202622/07/2026Leave a Comment

Cherry Cheesecake: Creamy, Fruity and Made for Cherry Season This Cherry Cheesecake brings together everything a good baked dessert should …

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Cheesy Beef Ragù Filo Rolls

Updated on 20/07/202620/07/20261 Comment

Cheesy Beef Ragù Filo Rolls: Golden, Crinkled and Packed with Flavour These Cheesy Beef Ragù Filo Rolls combine delicate, buttery …

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Cherry Rice Paper Mochi

Updated on 16/07/202616/07/2026Leave a Comment

Cherry Rice Paper Mochi: A Creamy No-Bake Cherry Dessert These Cherry Rice Paper Mochi are soft, creamy and filled with …

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!