Winter

I’m always in charge of Christmas desserts and usually like to make something that’s a bit of a showstopper. I made this vertically layered tree stump-esque yule log a few years ago but, as I actually made it for Christmas day, I didn’t actually…

Making marshmallows can seem like a little bit of magic, watching everything whip up into a fluffy, wobbly foam and letting it set into perfect little clouds. I started what turned out to be a very challenging adventure of making vegan marshmallows a few…

Nothing can beat an upside down cake for ease AND deliciousness. They don’t need frosting (so take a lot less effort/time to make) and you can switch up the fruit depending on the season. This apple one is lightly spiced with a touch of…

Every year I try to come up with some plant-based alternatives to Turkey. Most of the time I’m drawn to winter squash for their versatility and beauty. This year for my veggie Christmas main (which was also for Thanksgiving), I made a savoury butternut…

Come Christmas or Thanksgiving, these crisp, golden Brussels sprouts will always be a favourite. My mum used to make sauteed brussels sprouts with chestnuts, juniper and bacon when I was growing up. The pairing of sprouts and chestnuts is so classic and for good…

Stuffing is always a popular Thanksgiving side dish, isn’t it? Basically just crispy pieces of bread intertwined with chunks of delicious veg. Almost like a warm panzanella! This vegan version is just as good – I cook down leeks and garlic until soft and…

This creamy, vegan ‘cheese’ sauce is the perfect base for steamed cauliflower and broccoli to reinvent the British classic Cauliflower Cheese. A crispy topping of breadcrumbs makes it even better!! The sauce is based off of one by Kenji at Serious Eats – I…

With Thanksgiving coming up, we need some easy desserts in our lives!! I must admit that pie is not top of my list when it comes to baked goods (except for pecan pie, that is) and I know some people are averse to pie-making…

All the flavour of an oreo in a very simple slice & bake shortbread. These cookies are SO BLOODY delicious! Their slighty spooooooky look from the black cocoa also makes them a CLASSY option for your halloween baking. One of my very lovely friends,…

Crispy, warmly spiced and golden-hued waffles for the spooky season! Gotta get as much pumpkin spice into your mouth hole before everyone starts talking about Christmas, right? As the batter is flavourful for these crispy pumpkin waffles, I prefer minimal toppings. A bit of…