These black forest tarts are a perfect decadent and delicate balanced treat! A chocolate crust, topped with a bursting cherry compote and a rich chocolate ganache, finished with a light whipped cream. Whenever I want a new easy dessert, I…
Tuna Rice Salad
Summer days are made better with a cold tuna rice salad! Mix in your favourite ingredients and enjoy this salad by the beach or when the heat is just too much! One of my recipes I make non stop during…
Cherry Almond Muffins
These cherry almond muffins are made with fresh seasonal cherries! The cherries are a pop of flavour whilst the almonds give an extra crunch to the muffins. A perfect breakfast or snack to make for when you have too many…
Tuna and Artichoke Gnocchi
This tuna and artichoke gnocchi makes the perfect easy spring dinner. Ready in 30 minutes, this gnocchi recipe is packed with Mediterranean flavours that everyone loves. Gnocchi are always a favourite whenever I don’t know what to make. One of…
Cucumber and Radish Salad
This cucumber and radish salad is a refreshing side dish with a nice crunch and bursting flavours! Perfect for BBQs and with a fish meal. Done in minutes! Apart from being delicious, this salad is literally done in minutes. The…
Roasted Olives and Capers Potato Salad
This roasted olives and capers potato salad is ready to make your summer nights unforgettable! Ready in few minutes, this tangy salty potato salad can be enjoyed warm or cold. Potato salads are an easy great carb addition to every…
Qarnit bit-Tewm – Octopus in Garlic
Qarnit bit-tewm is tender octopus in garlic, parsley and plenty of olive oil! A perfect appetizer on its own, or for dinner! Growing up in Malta, I used to eat octopus frequently! My father had friends who used to go…
Cannoncini – Puff Pastry Cannoli with Pastry Cream
Cannoncini are an Italian dessert made from crispy flaky butter puff pastry filled with a luscious velvety pastry cream. Traditionally, you can find these cannoncini in all bakeries and pastry shops around Italy. Ideally, to be enjoyed after Sundayās lunch…
Spaghetti alla Puttanesca
Spaghetti alla puttanesca is a classic Italian dish ready in a few minutes! Perfect for a quick lunch or an easy weeknight dinner. In our home, we consider ourselves big pasta lovers. I personally, could eat it every day without…
Chickpea and Ä bejniet Chopped Salad
Fresh and bright finely chopped salad topped with marinated chickpeas and Maltese Ä”bejna cheeselets. Warmer days are coming and Iām now starting to crave lighter and fresh meals. Taking inspiration from Tabbouleh and other Middle Eastern salads, I created this…
Å»ebbuÄ” Mimli – Stuffed Maltese Olives
Å»ebbuÄ” mimli are large green stuffed olives with a tuna paste mixture! These salty olives are the perfect nibble to enjoy with a glass of wine. In Malta, from a small private get together to a wedding to any celebration…
Lemon Curd and Strawberry Rolls
Brighten your days with these soft and fluffy zesty lemon curd and strawberry rolls. Stuffed sweet rolls are always a good idea, no matter the season! These lemon curd and strawberry rolls are a perfect late winter and spring treat…
