When I go for coffee-flavoured cakes, I like it REALLY tasting like coffee. But most out there don’t really hit the spot for me. So I finally got down to working out a recipe that ticked all the boxes for me.

I wanted to have a more Asian-profiled cookie in my arsenal that wasn’t just a sweet cookie, so I decided to make one with black sesame seeds, which is one of my favourite Asian dessert flavours — the decision between peanut vs black sesame tang yuans (stuffed glutinous rice balls), or matcha vs black sesame ice cream is always an easy one!

Pesto: greens + nuts + cheese + nuts + acid + oil. I rarely make pesto the traditional way using basil and pine nuts, because I don’t have them casually lying around, and I like to make things with what I have at home – so today its kale and walnuts!

My take on one of my favourite Thai dishes, Laarb Gai/Laab Gai, using tempeh and cauliflower instead of the usual minced meat.

In a time like this, we are going for dishes that can be made with ingredients that are affordable and easy to stock up on. I’ve mostly gone for canned products here (chickpeas, chopped tomatoes, etc), so you can keep these in your kitchen cupboard on standby for whenever the cravings kick in.

A pastry that requires some time, but gives high returns! This is a pastry dough that requires a little more time and finesse than most, but I promise you it’s so good that you’d keep returning to it. It’s probably the best pastry I’ve ever made and it is worth every second of effort.

Braised eggplant (鱼香茄子) is a must-order for me each time I’m at a Chinese restaurant. It’s commonly cooked with minced pork, but I’ve swapped that out with some crumbled tau kwa (firm tofu) this time, and I loved it just as much!

Mushroom (Meat)balls? Mushroom meatless balls? Mushroom balls? Whatever it is, these are absolutely plant-based, and are just as good as the OG meatballs! Eat them as they are with some marinara sauce, smashed in a cheesy sandwich, or make them ahead to keep in your freezer!

The pastry needs only 4 ingredients* and a tupperware box. No need for rolling pins or mixing bowls! This is my go-to when someone decides to come over for dinner unplanned. The pastry literally takes you LESS THAN 5 MINS to put together using just a few pantry staples!

Inspired by….our beloved curry puff of course! If you’re a pastry lover like me, this recipe for the crust is perfect and incredibly easy. It’s light in texture, yet sturdy enough to hold your favourite fillings. This time I’m using pumpkin and feta, but feel free to play around with what you have at home!

This is a dish I’m pretty sure most kids grew up eating in Singapore/Malaysia! I have bad memories eating this as a kid as it had all the elements I didn’t like: sardines, raw onions, coriander. And to top it off, my mom would slap it in a sandwich using wholemeal bread – ugh! The best part of all this? These are ingredients I love today haha!

An easy breakfast pancake to put together, especially if you’ve run out of milk, or are intolerant to it! If you’re like me and don’t really fancy the strong taste of coconut milk in sweet foods, this is for you!

Mmm one of my all-time favourites! It’s packed with lean protein that will keep you full for longer, and the mackerel is a great source of brain- and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids!

Your next movie night snack, sorted! Try out this recipe for chilli con carne that’s heartier and tastier than your average bucket of popcorn.

A quick & easy pizza to put together in 30 minutes with whatever ingredients you have lying around at home!

This is one of my all-time favourite cakes to bake. It’s incredibly simple, all you need are 8 ingredients, and the clean up is easy because all you need is a food processor – no additional bowls etc!

If you don’t already have a jar of peanut butter at home, get one pronto, and get working! This is one of my favourite dishes to cook up when I want something comforting and delicious.

EASY. QUICK. MINIMAL CLEANING UP. Whip this up when you need a quick recipe that will impress. It’s a one-pot meal that has all you need – protein, fibre, carbs, healthy fats, love.

Here’s making a traditional Greek recipe a little more fun! If you want to make vegetables look a little more sexy on the dining table, give this a go!