If we say, “Let’s make pasta from scratch today,” you’ll probably look at us and think we’re nuts! Making pasta from scratch may seem daunting, but it’s really satisfying. Imagine taking a bite of freshly made pasta topped with your favourite sauce…ahhh…utterly blissful! Homemade pasta is an ancient art in Italy and with just a[…]
“Let’s have spaghetti Bolognese again kids!” WHAT!!! AGAIN?? I’m sure you’ve heard this before? How about giving your Bolognese a rest and broaden your repertoire with some refreshing new recipe ideas. Step into any Italian restaurant and you’ll see some familiar words like alfredo, pesto, carbonara and marinara. These basic sauces can dress up about[…]
Flavourful, contrasting textures with a hint of smokiness – that’s how Char Kuey Teow should best be described. One of the most popular street foods in Malaysia, Char Kuey Teow is flat rice noodles fried with a mixture of sauces, seafood and a hint of vegetables in just 5 minutes. A delicious serving of Char[…]
Do you have childhood memories of eating your favourite food? Or how you eagerly anticipate the end of your holiday meal with your grandmother’s dodol, nian gao or coconut candy? How mom made your favourite nasi lemak or fried noodles extra special during the weekends? Culturally, food is very important. Food can be nostalgic and[…]
Imagine taking a bite of a crispy piece of boneless chicken that is stir-fried and swimming in a flavourful homemade teriyaki sauce. A hint of garlic that adds a twist to the traditional Japanese Teriyaki Chicken recipe. It’s totally addictive and better than any store-bought teriyaki sauce.  Serve it with steamed broccoli or any Asian[…]
Knowing how to use different types of spices can instantly take your cooking to a whole new level. Turn your food around from bland and boring to distinctive and delicious with a touch of spice. Spices are mostly dried and ground before using. Pre-ground spices lose potency quickly, so it’s best to store them in[…]
What is a spice? A spice is defined as any class of pungent or aromatic substance of vegetable origin such as pepper, cinnamon or cloves used as seasoning, preservatives, etc. Spices has played a vital role in the lifestyles of people from certain parts of the world. Herbs and spices have been used by many[…]
Pancakes! Everyone loves them, from the little ones to the oldest. Who doesn’t love a good serving of freshly made pancakes? A crispy buttery pancake drizzled with maple syrup and butter or topped with fresh fruits and ice cream – it’s definitely worth waking up for or indulging after a meal. However, pancakes aren’t the[…]
It’s time to get cracking and whip out a week’s worth of healthy meals. But how should I start? What can I cook? Don’t fret! Here’s some food that you can prep ahead to get you started. Hard-boiled eggs Ready to get cracking with a power-pack breakfast or meal prep? Just crack an egg…seriously! Eggs[…]