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Let’s be honest. For many kids and adults, kale is, literally and figuratively, a tough one to swallow. Meanwhile, study after study shows that green vegetables are nutritional superheroes. A 2015 study linked consumption of 1-2 servings of green leafy veggies per day to substantially improved cognitive abilities. Another study demonstrated that a chemical compound,Read more

The holiday season is upon us, bringing with it an insatiable appetite for good food, friends and special moments with family. To soften the sugar blow without compromising on deliciousness, here is a delectable, super simple to prepare, healthy cashew fudge sure to please the pickiest of palates. Loaded with festive cranberries, chocolate chips, honey,Read more

A common misconception is that enjoying the health benefits of spices means eating curry. The truth is that, as much as I love a good curry, these traditional recipes are not the only vehicles for spice. Simple dishes that we all enjoy on a regular basis can be ideal canvases for spices. Some out-of-the-box thinkingRead more

One of the best things about being an expat in Hong Kong is the diverse global community we find ourselves in. At my son’s preschool, there are kids from all over the world: France, India, South Africa, China, America, Lebanon and so on. As a result, the children are exposed to a range of culturalRead more

Nothing beats a one pot dinner on a busy weeknight and this creamy, nutmeg-infused broccoli and chicken pasta bake is just that. I stuck to the classic elements of your typical, comforting pasta bake but elevated the nutritional content by swapping in whole wheat pasta and adding protein-rich chicken (can be omitted for a vegetarianRead more

One of the best things about meeting my husband 14 odd years ago, besides the man himself of course <insert wink emoji>, was getting acquainted with his father. Ish, as he’s lovingly called, is not only an amazing, loving and fun dad, dad-in-law and grandpa to toddler but also, as I mentioned here before, a Cordon BleuRead more

Potatoes are arguably the most misunderstood vegetable around. Often dismissed as fattening and nutrition-less, the humble spud, that fed our ancestors for centuries, frequently finds itself relegated to the kitchen corner for an emergency meal, or worse, to start sprouting and be tossed in the trash. If you’ve been following my musings on all things food andRead more

Find me a kid who doesn’t love a meatball and I’ll find you a mum who couldn’t use more sleep. Meatballs are a beautiful culinary invention – crowd pleasers and deliciously perfect for the family table. They are also a fun canvas for additions and improvisations. My recent love affair with star anise got meRead more

My favourite savoury snack growing up in India was Aloo Tikki or Indian potato cakes, particularly the ones made by my Dadiji / Grandma. Mashed potatoes mixed with spices and bread crumbs and fried to a perfect golden brown – I mean, need I say more?! I’d get home from school and wish with all myRead more

Merry Christmas to all my dear readers! We just returned from a wonderful, food-filled holiday in Vietnam to a house packed with family and guests – the best kind of Christmas. To keep 4 kids satisfied, I whipped up these classic sugar cookies and naturally, added some spice for holiday pizzazz. I hope your holiday seasonRead more