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Edible Christmas Gifts 2020 Round Up

I can’t believe it is almost Christmas already! It feels like yesterday that I put away last year’s Christmas decorations! However, I can’t wait for 2020 to finish… Let’s hope that the new year will be better for everyone! Anyhow, I won’t complain. At the end of the day, it is still my favourite time…

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December Menu

December 2020 Menu Plan

And it’s already December! Where is the time going?? I am only happy that this crazy 2020 will be over soon! Today I will share with you my December Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

November Menu

November 2020 Menu Plan

And it’s already November! Where is the time going?? Today I will share with you my November Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

Freshly baked Pan di Spagna cooling on the counter.

Pan di Spagna (Italian Sponge Cake)

Light, airy, and irresistibly soft, Pan di Spagna is the secret to elegant desserts, ideal for layering with cream, fruit, or custard for an authentic homemade patisserie feel.

October 2020 Menu Plan

October 2020 Menu Plan

And it’s already October! It’s finally getting warmer in Australia! Today I will share with you my October Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

Low Fodmap Vanilla and Miso Caramel Cheesecake

Low Fodmap Vanilla and Miso Caramel Cheesecake Slice

It’s dessert time today! Yay! I really love this Low Fodmap Vanilla and Miso Caramel Cheesecake Slice so I am very excited about sharing this recipe with you!

September Menu Plan

September 2020 Menu Plan

Eh?? Wait! What?! Is it September already?? It’s finally springtime in Australia! Today I will share with you my September Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

August Menu Plan

August 2020 Menu Plan

Eh?? Wait! What?! August you say?? It’s getting cold here in Australia, but even after all these years, August to me will always mean summer! Today I will share with you my August Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

July 2020 Menu Plan

Where did last month go?! It’s getting cold here in Australia, but even after all these years, July to me will always mean summer! Today I will share with you my July Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

Strawberry Round-Up

Strawberry Round-Up 2020

Welcome to my Strawberry Round-Up 2020! If you like strawberries, this is definitely the place to be! In this post, I will share with you a compilation of MsM’s best strawberry based recipes.

June Menu Plan

June 2020 Menu Plan

And just like that it’s June already! Time has flown these weeks, as we have spent most of them at home. Stay safe everyone! Even if you may be allowed out, keep practicing social distancing, and wear a mask! Today I will share with you my June Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

Lemon Round-Up

Lemon Round-Up 2020

Welcome to my Lemon Round-Up 2020! If you like lemons, this is definitely the place to be! In this post, I will share with you a compilation of MsM’s best Lemon based recipes.

May 2020 Menu Plan

May 2020 Menu Plan

Wow, it’s almost May already! Time has flown these weeks, as we have spent them at home. Stay safe everyone! Stay home and cook some comforting food for your loved ones, while we all wait for the worst to pass. Today I will share with you my May Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering…

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April 2020 Menu Plan

Wow, it’s almost April already! Easter will come soon as well, yet our lives have changed a lot in the past few weeks. Stay safe everyone! Stay home and cook some comforting food for your loved ones, while we all wait for the worst to pass. Today I will share with you my April Menu…

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Gluten-free Vanilla Cake

Gluten-free Vanilla Cake

Today, I will share with you the recipe for a delicious Gluten-free Vanilla Cake, perfect to have at breakfast or tea time.

March 2020 Menu Plan

March 2020 Menu Plan

Wow, it’s almost March already! Spring will come soon in the Northern Hemisphere, while we will finally get some fresher weather. Today I will share with you my March Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

Nutella Recipe Round-up 2020

Nutella Recipe Round-up 2020 #WorldNutellaDay

As on Wednesday, we celebrate World Nutella Day, I thought of putting together a round-up of some of the best Nutella recipes on the web. Hopefully, this will give you a few ideas on what to make to celebrate such sweet occasion. Grab a spoon and dig in! Here goes MsM’s Nutella Recipe Round-up 2020!

February 2020 Menu Plan

Wow, February is around the corner already! This is y favourite month of the year… as it’s going to be my birthday soon! 🙂 Today I will share with you my February Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

Juanury Menu Plan

January 2020 Menu Plan

Happy New Year everyone! I hope you had an amazing time with family and friends and are now ready to start a new year! Can you believe it’s 2020 already?? To me, it feels like yesterday that we started a new century and here we are, 20 years into it already! Today I will share…

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December Menu Plan

December 2019 Menu Plan

Oh my! It’s December already, which means Christmas and New Year are just around the corner! Today I will share with you my December Menu Plan. In this post, I will share a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

Thanksgiving 2019

Thanksgiving 2019 Round Up

As Thanksgiving 2019 is coming up, I thought it would be nice to put together a little Round-Up specifically for this occasion in honour of all my American readers.

November 2019 Menu Plan

Oh my! It’s November already! I am sorry this post is a bit late, however, I have just returned from a long holiday! I will tell you all about it in my next posts, so stay tuned! Today I will share with you my November Menu Plan. In this post, I will share a month worth…

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Halloween Round-Up 2019

Oh, my… can you believe that Halloween is already around the corner? I know, amazing, right?

September Menu Plan

September Menu Plan

Oh my! It’s practically September already! It’s the beginning of spring here in Australia and I bet my friends in the Northern Hemisphere are starting to feel the cooler breeze of autumn! Today I will share with you my September Menu Plan. In this post, I will share a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

August Menu Plan

August Menu Plan

Yes, August is almost here! It’s the last month of winter here in Australia and I bet my friends in the Northern Hemisphere are enjoying their last summer days! Today I will share with you my August Menu Plan. In this post, I will share a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

July Menu Plan

July Menu Plan

I can’t believe it’s already July! Where does time fly to?? It’s definitely winter down here in Australia and I bet my friends in the Northern Hemisphere are enjoying their summer! Today I will share with you my July Menu Plan. In this post, I will share a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

June Menu Plan

Can you believe it’s already June? It’s definitely getting colder in Australia and I bet it’s getting nice and sunny in the Northern Hemisphere! Today I will share with you my June Menu Plan. In this post, I will share a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

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A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always ha A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always handy to have in the kitchen.

They're crisp, easy to store, and pair well with dips, soft cheeses, fresh vegetables, or your favourite toppings whenever you need a quick snack.

#flaxseedcrackers #mealprep #healthysnacks #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a driz Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a drizzle of honey 🍯

The combination of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures makes this such an easy appetiser to put together when you want something simple but a little different.

Serve with crusty bread or your favourite crackers and enjoy. 

#pistachios #HoneyDrizzle #sharingplatter #manusmenu
After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast recently, I thought it would be a good time to highlight one of my favourite herb blends 🌿

Herbes de Provence is a traditional French herb blend usually made with herbs such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, and savoury.

It's a simple way to add extra flavour to everyday ingredients and works especially well with eggs, tomatoes, roasted vegetables, potatoes, chicken, and soups.

Have you used Herbes de Provence before?

#herbesdeprovence #frenchcooking #mediterraneanfood #herbblends #manu #manusmenu
Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of thos Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of those simple meals that always works 🍅

Warm, savoury, filling, and made with ingredients most people already have at home.

#scrambledeggs #QuickMeals #breakfastideas #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and so satisfying 🍚

Made as a low FODMAP recipe, it’s a homemade seafood dinner option that feels filling and easier to enjoy for those with sensitive stomachs or lower FODMAP dietary needs.

 #lowfodmap #calamaririsotto #seafoodrecipes #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is why ingredients like ginger, coconut cream, herbs, curry paste, or lime work so well with it.

Those subtle layers of flavour help create soups that feel comforting, warming, and more rounded 💛

 #pumpkinsoup #thaifood #homemademeals #homemade #manusmenu
Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-ins Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-inspired flavours 🍲 This pumpkin soup makes such a lovely homemade dinner idea ✨

#PumpkinSoupRecipe #homemadefood #thaifood #manu #manusmenu
A sweet homemade treat for the person who made lif A sweet homemade treat for the person who made life sweeter first 💖
These chocolate date hearts are filled with soft dates, rich chocolate, and a little homemade love for Mother’s Day 🌷

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more stories beyond the menu ✈️ #MatchaMoments #t more stories beyond the menu ✈️

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A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸 These chocolate A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸

These chocolate covered dates pair perfectly with a warm cup of tea and make a lovely homemade gift or afternoon treat.

Simple, sweet, and easy to make at home.

#mothersday #chocolatecovereddates #HomemadeTreats #dessertideas #teatime #manusmenu
This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when you want something calm and comforting.

Made with a few ingredients and warm spices, it’s a drink you can easily prepare at home without much effort.

Sometimes it’s the simple drinks that you keep coming back to. 💓

#icedchai #homedrinks #teatime #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes differen Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes different every time?

It’s not just about the ingredients. Small details like the quality of the matcha, how you sift it, and how you whisk it can completely change the result.

Even the texture and colour can tell you a lot before you even take a sip.

Once you start paying attention to these steps, it becomes much easier to get a smoother, more balanced matcha at home 🍵

 #matcha #icedmatcha #Matchalatte #JapaneseTea #manusmenu
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