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Ploughman’s Lunch

The Ploughman’s Lunch

Life’s too short to have a boring lunch even in lockdown. Something simple but definitely not boring. The Ploughman’s Lunch (or deconstructed sandwich) has boiled eggs, some cold cuts bit of salad greens and some pickles. At the start of lockdown, I made a mixed vegetable pickle which we’ve christened […]

Hot Chocolate Mix

Homemade Hot Chocolate

I have yet to meet anyone who doesn’t like hot chocolate. While you can buy packaged hot chocolate mix, the homemade version made with real cocoa powder is the best. If you make a batch beforehand you can have rich hot chocolate in minutes which is so much more satisfying […]

Pumpkin and Mung Bean Sprouts Fritters

Sweet Potato and Bean Sprout Fritters (Ukoy)

Ukoy is one of the most popular street food in the Philippines. Essentially julienned mixed vegetables bound by a thin batter, fried until crispy and served with a spiced vinegar sauce. There are many versions of Ukoy and it comes in all shapes and sizes as there are many cooks.  One […]