This hearty dish is a staple in Turkish home cooking, especially during the summer when fresh eggplants
are abundant. These roasted and stuffed eggplants become smoky and silky with a savoury, spiced ground
meat filling.

This Turkish-inspired vegetarian pide is simple to prepare and can be enjoyed either hot or cold, offering versatility and convenience. For an added richness, place a cracked egg on top of the mixture before baking.

Inspired by Turkish meze platters, these
smoky, spiced vegetables are perfect
alongside grilled meats, flatbreads, or
dips like hummus and baba ganoush.
The recipe works beautifully on the
barbecue for deep char and flavour, but
you can also roast them in a hot oven.

Enjoy this classic stew featuring octopus, a popular ingredient in Turkish cuisine reflecting Turkey’s extensive coastlines and abundance of seafood available. Traditionally slow-cooked in a clay pot, this gentle cooking method allows the flavours to meld resulting in tender, succulent pieces of octopus.

These delicious bars are a nourishing way to satisfy chocolate cravings. Nuts and seeds deliver protein, healthy fats and fibre to support energy, hormone and heart health, while antioxidant-rich dark chocolate helps reduce inflammation, support brain function and boost mood.

These moreish gluten-free banana, chia and pistachio muffins make a wholesome treat or breakfast on the go. Naturally sweet bananas support energy, while chia seeds add fibre and omega-3s for gut and heart health. Protein-rich pistachios help balance blood sugar and promote lasting satiety, supporting overall digestive health.

These gluten-free blueberry oatcakes make a wholesome, nourishing snack that’s both satisfying and good for you.
Blueberries are rich in anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that support brain health and reduce inflammation,
while oats provide soluble fibre to support gut health, balance blood sugar and keep you feeling satisfied for longer.

These kale, tomato & feta frittatas are perfect for a healthy snack on the go.
They are a great way to use up leftover vegetables and herbs, so feel free to experiment with your fillings.

These healthy snack bars are easy to make, keep you satisfied until dinner
time, and are perfect for kids after school or on the go. For a nut-free
option, swap the almonds for pepitas or sunflower seeds.

Despite the apparent array in shops, good gluten-free crackers for dips and cheese are hard to come by.
This recipe is my quick, easy version of my activated and dehydrated crackers, skipping the labour while still delivering great flavour.
Make small batches often, as they’re best enjoyed fresh.

A perfect snack for the family, these apple muffins are whole wheat, refined-sugar-free and extra moist thanks to the apple sauce and yoghurt. Be sure to use the unsweetened variety for the apple sauce as some have added sweeteners and preservatives.

Bliss balls are everywhere, but many of them are a bit whatever. However, this 10-minute, no-blender bliss ball recipe delivers those nostalgic, childhood chocolate bar flavours in a healthier rendition.