I am a firm believer that everyone can have a truly gorgeous, Pinterest-worthy pantry. Yes, even you! No matter how much – or how little – space you have, you can make your pantry organised, efficient and zero-waste! I’m bringing you my favourite pantry hacks for making the most of your space, for keeping your food fresh, and for using up those soon-to-be-expired ingredients. Let’s do it! Organisation I love an organised pantry. The thought of having to spend hours rifling through my groceries to find that one ingredient I need for tonight’s dinner sends shivers up my spine. It makes life so ..read more

  Orange Polenta Rosemary Cake If you're looking for a cake that's equal parts zesty, juicy, and totally delicious, this is the one for you! It has all the perfect cake elements: a beautiful texture, amazing flavours, and a to-die-for syrup drizzled all over! This cake is gluten free thanks to the polenta, which adds a beautiful moist texture which I just love. Decorate the top with thinly sliced oranges, and you've got a stunning dessert. For the cake: 200 g unsalted butter (in small cubes) 200 g Demerara sugar 100 g polenta 3 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla bean paste 200 g ground almonds 2 ..read more

Whether you’re lactose intolerant, vegan, or have an allergy, there’s so many reasons why dairy might not work for you, leading you on the hunt for dairy-free milks. But how do you choose an alternative to regular cow’s milk? Taste varies so much between brands, dairy-free alternatives are often expensive, and often the list of ingredients is far longer than it should be. I have the perfect solution: make your own! That way you can choose exactly what goes into your milk, it’s so much cheaper, and it’s so easy with your Thermomix. Today I’m bringing you a guide for my favourite dairy-free mil ..read more

  Yoghurt Bread I just love yoghurt bread. It's got such a beautiful, rich flavour thanks to the malt powder, honey and balsamic vinegar, and it pairs beautifully with cheese, or toasted with an extra drizzle of honey. To me, this is the perfect bread to take with you on a picnic with family and friends, as it's such a showstopping loaf. This really is a very easy recipe that delivers amazing results! 240 g water 1 tsp dry active yeast 350 g strong white bread flour 150 g rye flour ((light rye or any other rye flour of your choice)) 120 g Greek style yoghurt 2 tsp sea salt 10 g honey ..read more

Your scales are the most important part of your Thermomix. They’re intricately engineered to be ultra-precise, and are probably the most used part of your machine. I know they’re the most used part of mine! Even when I’m not cooking in the Thermomix, I’m using it to weigh out my ingredients. Because they’re such an integral part of your machine, it’s very important you know how to correctly use and look after your scales so that they’ll stay precise and functioning well. That’s why I’m bringing you the ultimate guide on how to protect your Thermomix scales! Get to know your scales Did you kno ..read more

I am a firm believer that everyone can have a truly gorgeous, Pinterest-worthy pantry. Yes, even you! No matter how much – or how little – space you have, you can make your pantry organised, efficient and zero-waste! I’m bringing you my favourite pantry hacks for making the most of your space, for keeping your food fresh, and for using up those soon-to-be-expired ingredients. Let’s do it! Organisation I love an organised pantry. The thought of having to spend hours rifling through my groceries to find that one ingredient I need for tonight’s dinner sends shivers up my spine. It makes life so ..read more

  Print Hot Cross Bunnies Step aside, regular old hot cross buns - these Hot Cross Bunnies are the cutest buns to bake this Easter! They may look a little complex to put together, but trust me - all it takes are a couple of snips with some scissors and a bit of creativity and you'll have the perfect little bunnies. These buns are topped off with some oozy apricot jam glaze for a bit of extra decadence! Yum! Prep Time 1 hour 40 minutes Cook Time 20 minutes Servings 12 bunnies Calories 289kcal Author Sophia Ingredients For the bunnies: 250 g whole milk 1 tbs ..read more

  Print Varoma Easter Eggs What could be better than dying your very own eggs with the kids this Easter? It couldn't be easier, and the end results are just so beautiful. Plus, the dyes are all natural and made with leftover veggies and scraps that would've otherwise just have been thrown away. These gorgeous eggs are such a wonderful Easter project, and once you've found them after your Easter egg hunt, you can use them to make my delicious egg molee! Prep Time 2 hours 30 minutes Cook Time 30 minutes Servings 24 eggs Author Sophia Ingredients 12-24 eggs Yel ..read more

  Print Orange Polenta Rosemary Cake If you're looking for a cake that's equal parts zesty, juicy, and totally delicious, this is the one for you! It has all the perfect cake elements: a beautiful texture, amazing flavours, and a to-die-for syrup drizzled all over! This cake is gluten free thanks to the polenta, which adds a beautiful moist texture which I just love. Decorate the top with thinly sliced oranges, and you've got a stunning dessert. Prep Time 4 hours Cook Time 1 hour Servings 16 slices Calories 270kcal Author Sophia Ingredients For the cake: 200 ..read more

How well-acquainted are you with your freezer? That may sound like an odd question, but if I asked you what was right down the bottom of your freezer, would you know? Your freezer can be your absolute best friend when it comes to food storage, and avoiding food wastage. That’s why I’m bringing you my Top 10 Freezer Hacks so you can really make the most of the chilliest part of your kitchen! Is it Freezable? It’ll probably come as no surprise when I say the most important step to making the most of your fridge is to learn what you can and can’t freeze! I have a feeling, however, that some free ..read more