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Spice & Iced Cranberry Cake | Cozy, Citrusy & Totally Irresistible
A golden Bundt kissed with orange zest, warm cardamom, and a pop of tart cranberries — this cake smells like the holidays found your kitchen. Moist, rich, and beautifully balanced between sweet and citrus-sharp, it’s finished with a glossy pink glaze that’ll steal the show at any table. Baked in one pan, no fuss, just pure comfort with a touch of elegance.✨ Perfect for brunch, gifting, or your next cozy afternoon coffee break. Let’s get that oven humming and make this Cranber
TJ Holyoake
5 days ago3 min read


Oven-Roasted Chicken with Hot Honey, Lime & Orzo – The Perfect Pairing
This is the dinner that proves sweet heat belongs in your weeknight rotation.Juicy, oven-roasted chicken thighs brushed with a hot honey–lime glaze — golden, sticky, and finger-licking irresistible. Paired with a warm orzo side full of color and flavor: roasted red peppers, spinach, balsamic, and fresh basil all twirling together in buttery harmony. Why you’ll love it: • Sweet, spicy, tangy perfection in every bite• Easy one-pan roast — minimal cleanup, maximum reward• Orzo s
TJ Holyoake
Nov 73 min read


No-Fry Apple Cider Doughnuts That Taste Like Autumn 🍎
Skip the fryer and keep all the flavor. These Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts deliver the warmth of fall in every bite — buttery, cinnamon-kissed, and coated in sparkling sugar. Perfect with coffee or a cup of hot cider, they’re quick, comforting, and guaranteed to disappear fast. You’ll love: The same tender crumb as classic doughnuts — no oil bath required • That fragrant apple-cinnamon aroma filling your kitchen • Easy one-bowl batter & quick bake time • A make-ahead dream
TJ Holyoake
Oct 242 min read


Spicy Shrimp Cakes with Cilantro–Mint Chutney | Easy & Irresistible!
Turn up the heat and cool it right back down — all in one bite.These Spicy Shrimp Cakes are golden, juicy, and packed with bold flavours...
TJ Holyoake
Oct 113 min read


Strawberry Jam - Simply Incredible
This no-canning-needed jam is your gateway to homemade summer magic. Made with ripe strawberries, fresh apple for natural pectin, and...
TJ Holyoake
Sep 262 min read


Spicy Coconut Corn Soup (vegan)
This soup is like summer in liquid form — sweet corn, creamy coconut, and a cheeky kick of chili to wake up your taste buds. It’s light...
TJ Holyoake
Sep 192 min read


Nutella Ice Cream - No machine = no churn
Rich, creamy, and dangerously easy — this no-churn Nutella & chocolate chip ice cream is pure indulgence in a loaf tin. No machines, no...
TJ Holyoake
Sep 62 min read


Sweet and Sour Japanese Eggplant With Garlic Chips
Ingredients 4 garlic cloves, very thinly sliced 60 ml (¼ cup) canola oil (or other neutral oil) Kosher salt, to taste 450 g (1 lb / about...
TJ Holyoake
Aug 232 min read


Blueberry Orange Olive Oil Cake – Bursting with Flavor!
Caramelized berries, a golden citrus polenta crumb, and a centerpiece in its own right — this blueberry cake is pure sunshine.Juicy...
TJ Holyoake
Aug 162 min read


Chicken Florentine
Golden, crispy chicken nestled in a velvety, garlicky Parmesan cream sauce — and just when you think it can't get better… in comes the...
TJ Holyoake
Aug 82 min read


Lemon Curd Cheesecake
This cheesecake doesn’t whisper... it moans . Creamy, silky-smooth filling meets the zing of fresh lemon zest and juice, all on a buttery...
TJ Holyoake
Aug 23 min read


Easy One Pot Pasta with Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes
A delightful serving of spaghetti mixed with vibrant cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, topped with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan...
TJ Holyoake
Jul 262 min read


Fresh Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes | Real Berries & Buttercream Bliss
These soft, sunshiney strawberry lemon cupcakes are bursting with real strawberries and bright citrus — topped with a fluffy...
TJ Holyoake
Jul 182 min read


Tomato Soup & Crispy Sheet Pan Quesadillas | Tuscany Meets Tijuana
This one’s for the soup lovers, the cheese chasers, and anyone who just wants something warm, easy, and utterly satisfying.In this...
TJ Holyoake
Jul 122 min read


Coffee Sponge Cake with Espresso Frosting | A European Treat
Coffee Sponge Cake This classic Coffee Sponge Cake is a European teatime favorite — light, buttery sponge infused with espresso, layered...
TJ Holyoake
Jul 42 min read


Colcannon & Croquettes | Irish Mashed Potatoes Done Right
Discover the joy of Irish Colcannon — Ireland’s beloved mashed potato dish — and give your leftovers a golden second life as crispy...
TJ Holyoake
Jun 273 min read


Rhubarb & Strawberry Crisp
Craving a sweet slice of summer? This Rhubarb & Strawberry Crisp has it all — tangy fruit, buttery oat topping, and that nostalgic warmth...
TJ Holyoake
Jun 212 min read


🍋 Easy Mediterranean Chicken & Rice | No-Stress, Full-Flavour Dinner
Golden, crispy chicken thighs. Tangy lemon slices. Briny olives. And a bed of fluffy rice that soaks up every drop of flavour. This...
TJ Holyoake
Jun 132 min read


Linzer Cookies | Sweet, Crumbly, and Just a Little Naughty
These Austrian-inspired biscuits may be small in size, but they’re big on drama. Made from a rich almond dough spiced with cinnamon and...
TJ Holyoake
Jun 72 min read


Dutch Oven Pot Roast
Get ready to fall hard for this deeply flavorful Dutch Oven Pot Roast — slow-roasted chuck beef, caramelized root vegetables, and a...
TJ Holyoake
May 303 min read
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