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Close-up of Macadamia Dukkah in a small bowl.

Macadamia Dukkah

Toasted nuts and spices are always a good idea. This Macadamia Dukkah is made for dipping, sprinkling, and passing around the table.

Low FODMAP Curry Spice Mix in a glass jar with spoon and whole spices.

Low FODMAP Curry Spice Mix

Made with everyday spices, this Low FODMAP Curry Spice Mix gives homemade curries warmth and colour without high FODMAP ingredients.

Close-up of sweet and spicy macadamia nuts, a gluten-free snack idea.

Sweet and Spicy Macadamia Nuts

These Sweet and Spicy Macadamia Nuts are the perfect mix of crunchy, buttery, and lightly spiced. A simple homemade snack that pairs perfectly with your favourite drink or cheese board.

Indian Spiced Nuts

Indian Spiced Nuts

Today I will share with you the recipe for a delicious snack to have with your favourite drink: Indian Spiced Nuts.

Low Fodmap Garam Masala

Low Fodmap Garam Masala

Anyone else loves Indian food here?? I do and you can easily see that from the huge variety of Indian recipes on the site. I do, after all, have an Indian husband! 😉

Low FODMAP Taco Seasoning stored in a small glass jar on a wooden board.

Low FODMAP Taco Seasoning

Ditch the packet and blend paprika, cumin, and oregano into your own Low FODMAP Taco Seasoning for quick, flavourful Taco Tuesday meals at home.

Vegan Apple Spice Cake

Vegan Apple Spice Cake

As you may know, I have recently discovered that I am lactose intolerant. That means that I have to also find new ways to satisfy my sweet tooth, so I am always on the lookout for recipes that do not include dairy. Good vegan recipes, like this Vegan Apple Spice Cake, are always great, as…

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Middle-Eastern Chargrilled Pumpkin Salad

Middle-Eastern Chargrilled Pumpkin Salad

I made this Middle-Eastern Chargrilled Pumpkin Salad as one of the side dishes for our Christmas Eve dinner, as it paired really well with the stuffing of the roast pork I had made. I loved the blend of Middle Eastern spices that goes into this warm simple salad. Sumac is one of my all time…

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Home-made Apple Pie Spice Mix

Home-made Apple Pie Spice Mix

Living in Australia, I do not find many of the spice mixes available in North America (or in Europe), so I often make my own. Besides, these spice mixes are usually made by stirring together spices that are commonly available everywhere in the world. I already showed you how to make Cajun Seasoning, Pumpkin Pie…

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Close-up top view of baked homemade Doritos piled in a white bowl.

Homemade Doritos

Fresh-from-the-oven Homemade Doritos bring a warm, crunchy texture with cheese and spice that pair well with dips, spreads, and relaxed get-togethers.

Cajun Burgers

Cajun Burgers

With both the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras around the corner, how about putting some cajun spice into your life? As you know, I love to come up with different combinations of flavours for burgers and this recipe is an absolute keeper. Remember I shared my home-made recipe for Cajun Seasoning in my last post?…

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Cajun Seasoning

Cajun Seasoning

Today’s post is not a complicated recipe, but it is a very useful one for people who do not live in the USA and don’t have access to store bought Cajun seasoning but still want to enjoy the delicious dishes you can make with it. Even if you can buy the ready made mix, it’s…

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Spiced Potato Wedges with Easy Sweet Chilli Sauce

Spiced Potato Wedges with Easy Sweet Chilli Sauce

It is time again for the “Secret recipe club” reveal! I am sure you all know what the club is about, but for the few of you who still don’t know about it, here goes a brief explanation. It is a great concept… each month you are assigned a participating food blogger to make a…

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Slices of Panforte dusted with icing sugar on a wooden board with a candy cane.

Panforte di Siena

Panforte di Siena is a classic Italian Christmas cake filled with almonds, honey, and spices. It’s rich, chewy, and filled with the warmth of Tuscan holiday traditions in every slice. Panforte di Siena is a traditional Christmas recipe from the beautiful Tuscan town of Siena. The name means “strong bread”, a reference to its spicy…

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Chai Shortbread Cookies

Chai Shortbread Cookies

Shortbread cookies have always been my favourites. I love the fact that they are buttery and not overly sweet and I also like experimenting with different shapes and flavours. This time I gave my shortbread an Indian twist. We love Chai at our place and we always have some during the colder months of the…

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Pumpkin Pie White Hot Chocolate

Pumpkin Pie White Hot Chocolate

It is time again for the “Secret recipe club” reveal! I am sure you all know what the club is about, but for the few of you who still don’t know about it, here goes a brief explanation. It is a great concept… each month you are assigned a participating food blogger to make a…

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Hot Cross Buns with Honey Butter

Hot Cross Buns with Honey Butter

Today’s recipe is not Italian.  In fact, I had never eaten Hot Cross Buns before moving to Australia 8 years ago.  Hot Cross Buns are traditionally eaten for breakfast on Good Friday and they are marked with a cross to represent the crucifixion of Jesus.  Traditionally these buns are made with lots of spices (especially…

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A fresh bowl of Fattoush salad with crispy khubz, cucumbers, radishes, pomegranate, and sumac dressing.

Fattoush with Sumac Dressing

Bright, zesty, and refreshing, this Fattoush with Sumac Dressing brings together the best of crispy bread, fresh vegetables, and a tangy sumac dressing. Perfect for meal prepping or a quick lunch.

Murukku - Chakali

MURUKKU – CHAKALI

Today I will share with you the recipe for an Indian savoury snack that is always eaten for Diwali, but that we also like to eat during the rest of the year at tea time: murukku – முறுக்கு (also known as chakali or chakli).  Murukku is a Tamilian word that means “twisted” and even though these…

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Chai

CHAI

Today is the time to share the recipe for one of the most comforting beverages ever: Indian chai.  I see all kinds of chai drinks around and it’s become quite a fashionable drink… so much so that it’s often not the original Indian chai any more and it can get quite confusing.  So, what is…

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Chai Masala

CHAI MASALA

You probably don’t know this, but my family has been hit by a brutal bout of flu… the kind that gives you 104F fever.  It is so irritating as it is summer here and it’s really not the time you would want to catch the flu (if ever there is a time!).  Also, both my…

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SPICED BANANA UPSIDE DOWN CAKE – BOLO DE BANANA

It is time again for the “Secret recipe club” reveal!  I am sure you all know what the club is about, but for the few of you who still don’t know about it, here goes a brief explanation.  It is a great concept… each month you are assigned a participating food blogger to make a…

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Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani

Fragrant basmati rice layered over spiced chicken, herbs, and fried onions makes Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani a dish that fills the kitchen with rich aroma.

CHOCOLATE, ESPRESSO AND CHILLI MOUSSE

Have you already decided what to serve to your loved one tomorrow?  If you haven’t, or are still undecided, look no further.  I think I may have the answer for that, at least as far as dessert goes.  I have always wanted to try and make something with chocolate and chilli… I know, it sounds…

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Home-made Pumpkin Pie Spice

HOME-MADE PUMPKIN PIE SPICE

This is another one of those items that is commonly found in North American stores, but is very hard to come by anywhere else in the world, Sydney included.  Luckily, this pumpkin pie spice mix is easy to make and calls for “international” spices, so it can be made at home no matter where you…

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Labneh

LABNEH

If you follow this blog, you know that cheese is my weakness. I can do without dessert, but if I see cheese… well, I have to have some! After making home made yogurt, I had to try my hands at making home made labneh. I had seen a picture of it on my friend Sawsan’s…

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Seekh Kebab

SEEKH KEBAB

Today I want to share with you the recipe for one of my favourite Indian/Pakistani dishes: seekh kebab.  Whenever we eat out, we never fail to order some as an appetiser.  They are made of minced lamb with spices and are cooked on skewers, traditionally in a tandoor oven.  They are usually served with hari…

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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 🌷

 #mothersday #mothersdaygiftideas #datehearts #manusmenu
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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