Paleo


  • Crispy skin Duck Pancakes

    Crispy skin Duck Pancakes

    I am ever so grateful for the spirit of multiculturalism in Australia. One reason is that we are a melting pot of diversity that has enabled us to be exposed to rich cultural traditions especially fruitful in the culinary space. Our rich and vibrant cultural diversity is our greatest strength as a nation. Food unifies […]


  • Vanilla Blueberry Cake

    Vanilla Blueberry Cake

    In keeping with the theme of Winter – trying my absolute best to stay on track with this paleo diet and avoiding sugar, this delicious cake was born out of an epic winter dessert craving. I initially made this cake for a very small oven dish – a 2 person size. I will try to […]


  • Soup: Pumpkin & Cauliflower Thyme

    Soup: Pumpkin & Cauliflower Thyme

    Let’s face it. It’s winter, It’s 2020 & despite the crescendoing chaos of 2020, if we have food on the table, a roof over our heads & options for nutrition the reality is that we are in the very small minority of the worlds population experiencing a pandemic with this luxury. We are all feeling […]


  • Cauliflower Mash.

    Cauliflower Mash.

    This one is relatively simple. Winter friendly warming & delicious. Let’s dive straight into it 🙂 Ingredients 1/2 cauliflower head (I used a small one) 4- 6 cloves of Italian Garlic (because you measure garlic with your heart, not logic) 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt 2 heaped teaspoons of Fresh thyme leaves 1 tablespoon of […]


  • Apple Rhubarb Crumble

    Apple Rhubarb Crumble

      Gorgeous. This Apple Rhubarb crumble recipe was born out of being inspired by some fresh rhubarb at the organic markets. I had no idea how to use rhubarb or what it tasted like until I made this. After being keto for 6 months without fruit (except berries) I was ready to introduce fruit again […]


  • Turkish Delight

    Turkish Delight

     This post is dedicated to Mahmoud Abboud. Giddo. The King. Happy 90th Birthday. You carried our family through poverty, war in Lebanon and adversity – Almost 70 years of marriage, 7 kids, a successful immigration to sunny Australia, 21 grandkids and 6 great grandkids later – you have made it to 90.  Grateful to bask […]


  • Fennel Rose Panna Cotta

    Fennel Rose Panna Cotta

      It’s midnight on the 24th of May 2020. Today is an Islamic celebration: Eid Al Fitr. Muslim sisters & brothers all around the world will gather with their families to celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan that has just come to a close. This day will be filled with celebration, family & community values […]


  • Prawn Thai Green Curry with Broccoli Rice with vegan options.

    Prawn Thai Green Curry with Broccoli Rice with vegan options.

    Get ready for a hearty winter warmer. Just in time as we enter the cooler Aussie months, where hibernation looks all too enticing & large comfy jumpers rule. For a vegan friendly option just use without adding prawns and add extra veggies, still delicious! Serves 3 – 4 You will need Curry ingredients 2 tablespoons […]


  • Thai Green Curry Paste

    Thai Green Curry Paste

    This paste makes a full jar & it’s perfect to be reused for many curries to come. Fresh paste is divine because it’s full of fragrant aroma from the combination of fresh herbs & powders. Ingredients 1/2 teaspoon of sesame oil 1 teaspoon of tumeric. 1 teaspoon of coriander paste or 1 handful of coriander […]


  • Game Changer Date treat

    Game Changer Date treat

    Think nutty caramel, with 3 ingredients. WOW Ingredients  1 date 1 teaspoon of almond or peanut butter 1 sprinkle of sea salt Instructions: Slice and pit a medjool date Fill the date with Almond butter Garnish with a tiny sprinkle of sea salt For best results, place the snack in the freezer and enjoy a […]