Have you started your mooncake project yet? Why not initiate a new tradition this year? Gather your loved ones, both family and friends and whisk up a batch of mochi mooncakes together. It’s a wonderful way to bond and create cherished memories. The Rich Heritage of Traditional Mooncakes Mooncakes are a special treat in Chinese…
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The Sweet World of Mochi Ice Cream
Chasing the perfect bite with mochi ice cream adventures! Have you ever indulged in mochi ice cream? These petite, chewy rice dough orbs enveloping creamy ice cream are very popular in Japan. What I love about them is the contrast it offers – the outer layer is pleasantly chewy, while the inner part is cold…
Boosting Your Immunity One Shot At A Time
Summer isn’t officially over yet, but we’ve started to get some chilly weather and the kids have started to feel a bit under the weather after going back to school. That’s my cue – it’s time to arm our immune systems, one shot at a time. Maximizing Health with Shots – What You Need to…
Crispy, Golden Delights: Homemade Rösti
Rösti is one of my all-time favourite breakfast and comfort foods. This Swiss potato pancake is a perfect mix of crunchy and creamy, and it’s just too good to resist. I can still vividly remember the first time I had the pleasure of savouring this delicious dish while visiting Switzerland; it was absolutely fantastic! Rösti:…
Golden Memories: Homemade Egg Tarts
Egg tarts, they’re more than just a dessert to me; they’re a slice of my childhood. Back in the day, weekends were all about dim sum and trips to the local bakery for some delicious treats. Egg tarts were like my go-to desserts. I mean, who can resist that buttery, flaky pastry embracing that sweet,…
From My Kitchen to Yours: Making Homemade Ketchup
Making ketchup from fresh tomatoes is an absolute must-try! Have you ever given it a shot? Whipping up a batch is incredibly simple and undoubtedly yields a healthier, more wholesome, and tastier result than store-bought alternatives. There’s something so satisfying about knowing exactly what’s going into your ketchup, and the fresh tomato flavour really shines…
Muffin Mania: Blueberry Edition
Is there anything better than the smell of blueberry muffins baking in the oven? Genuinely one of my favourite smells in the world and it never gets old. These ones are tender, moist, and packed with juicy fresh blueberries — but the part that really makes them is the golden buttery crumble on top. That…
Sipping Sunshine: Lemonade Perfection
When the sun’s out and the heat is on, there’s nothing better than a cold glass of pink lemonade to refresh and cool off. With your Thermomix, you can take this classic drink to the next level. Simply toss in whole lemons, rind and all, and let the Thermomix turn them into a smooth, citrusy…
Homemade Pork Floss with Thermomix
Pork floss is one of those things that just lives in Asian kitchens. That sweet and salty, melt in your mouth texture that somehow disappears the moment it hits your tongue. There was always a jar of it somewhere in our kitchen growing up — on the counter, in the pantry, mysteriously half empty by…
Simple Veggie Chips You Can Make at Home
I’m definitely more of a savoury snack person, and homemade root veggie chips have become one of my favourites. They’re easy to make and just nice to have on hand, especially for after-school snacks. I usually go for taro and sweet potatoes—they’re my go-to. They get that good crunch and have a bit more flavour…
Pizza Night with the Ooni
Wood oven pizza has always been one of my favourites. There’s just something about the crust—it comes out crispy on the outside, still a bit chewy inside, with those slightly charred edges that give it that smoky flavour. It’s hard to get the same result in a regular oven. The heat and the flames just…
The Viral Sensation That’s Taking Breakfast by Storm!
“No, I don’t watch TikToks, I watch Instagram reels of TikTok videos that were popular two weeks ago… like a grown up.” – Gareth Waugh 😅 This custard yogurt toast has been all over TikTok lately, and I kept seeing it pop up, so I figured I’d give it a try. It’s actually really simple…
Melt Your Heart Away With This Chocolate Lava Cake
There’s just something about a warm chocolate lava cake. Especially around Valentine’s Day, it feels like an easy way to make things a little more special. That soft cake with the melted centre—it’s hard to say no to. Valentine’s Day is one of those times where it’s nice to have something sweet, even if you’re…
Deliciously Golden: Baked Cha Siu Bao
Hey there, fellow foodies! If you’re anything like me, you can’t resist the classic comfort of homebaked Cha Siu Baos. These delicious pastries from Chinese bakeries have a soft, fluffy bun filled with a delicious secret inside – tender Chinese BBQ pork, fragrant shallots, flavourful sauces, and aromatic spices. So, put on your apron, roll…
Dragon’s Beard Candy: A Taste of Chinese History
Picture a young child’s eyes widening with delight as they watch a skilled artisan work their magic, transforming a simple lump of sugar into a mesmerizing masterpiece. That was me, entranced by the skillful hands that crafted Dragon’s Beard Candy (龍鬚糖), one of my all-time favourite childhood treats. I still remember the sweet, melt-in-your-mouth feeling…