Homemade Lacto-Fermented Gherkins – Inspired by Turkish Traditions and a Few Personal Twists
Crunchy, probiotic-rich gherkins, fermented with sourdough and chickpeas—my go-to summer pickle inspired by Turkish tradition.
Baked Lamb Koftas with Courgette Islands (Inspired by Noor Murad, Polska, and Turkish Flavours)
Juicy lamb koftas baked over golden courgette stacks with sweet peppers and tomato—an easy, flavour-packed traybake perfect for using up a c
Blackberry Crumble Muffins (with Homegrown Fruit + a Crunchy Topping)
Juicy blackberry muffins with a golden crumble topping—made with homegrown berries and a fluffy batter. An easy, delicious summer bake!
How to Make the Crispiest Greek-Style Fried Courgettes at Home
If you’ve ever been to Greece in the summer, chances are you’ve seen plates of thinly sliced courgettes fried to golden perfection—crisp on the outside, tender inside, and dangerously moreish. While I didn’t get to try them on holiday, I came across this technique in 7 Mehmet – Stories, Products and Recipes by Mehmet Akdağ and Sinan Hamamsarılar a couple of years ago. I’ve been hooked ever since. These Greek-style fried courgettes are coated in seasoned flour, dipped in ice-c
Cooking in a Holiday Let Kitchen: The Joy of Doing More with Less
Discover the joy of cooking in a holiday rental kitchen with minimal tools and ingredients. Creative, simple meals made with what you have o
Chocolate Courgette Cake with Cocoa Crumble Topping
When you’re in the thick of courgette season, you either find creative ways to use them or you surrender to courgette overload. I’m...
