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  • A black plate of creamy whipped feta garnished with hot honey chopped herbs, and red pepper flakes, served with two toasted bread slices. Green leafy decor is in the background.
    Whipped Feta with Honey
  • A plate with several golden-brown vegetable bhajis, featuring visible peas and shredded vegetables, sits on a piece of white paper towel to absorb excess oil.
    Vegetable Bhajis - 15 Minute Recipe (Pakora)
  • A black plate filled with bright red, grilled chicken chaat garnished with coriander, placed on a wooden table.
    Chicken Chaat (Takeaway Style)
  • A black plate with pieces of bright red, charred grilled tandoori chicken garnished with chopped green herbs, set on a wooden table next to green leafy stems.
    Chicken Tikka Marinade Recipe
  • Close-up of bruschetta topped with diced tomatoes, herbs, and a leaf garnish, served on a sourdough with mozzarella on a black plate. A bowl with more topping is in the background, and greenery is partially visible.
    Easy Bruschetta with Mozzarella
  • A cast iron skillet filled with cooked shrimp garnished with chopped herbs and paprika. A slice of lemon and two pieces of crusty bread rest on the side. The skillet is on a wooden table.
    Gambas Pil Pil (Prawn Tapas Dish)
  • A black plate on grass holds a clay dish of salmon spread, garnished with dill. Its accompanied by toasted baguette slices, ribboned zucchini, and fresh greens.
    Smoked Trout Pate
  • Open-faced sandwiches on toasted bread topped with a creamy mixture of diced vegetables and herbs, garnished with fresh dill, are displayed on a wooden board. The surface beneath is a warm-toned wood.
    Lobster Canapé with Chilli, Dill and Lime Crème Fraiche
  • A bowl of creamy mushroom soup garnished with chopped herbs and a drizzle of olive oil sits on a decorative plate. In the background, there are small containers with utensils and a leafy green plant.
    Mushroom Soup without Cream
  • A salad with a base of shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes. Topped with a creamy pink dressing, generously sprinkled with paprika. Served on a dark plate.
    Prawn Cocktail Salad
  • A close-up of a creamy, hearty soup served in a black bowl. The soup contains chunks of potatoes and chicken, garnished with finely chopped green herbs, possibly chives. The texture appears thick and comforting.
    Cullen Skink (Scottish Fish Soup)
  • A bowl of hearty scotch broth, garnished with chopped fresh herbs, sits on a light cloth with slices of bread in the background. The soup contains chunks of potato, carrot, and meat.
    Scotch Broth (Scottish Soup Recipe)
  • A creamy, nut-based soup is garnished with roasted nuts, a drizzle of oil, and fresh parsley, served in a black bowl on a wooden table.
    Celeriac And Apple Soup With Nutmug
  • A close-up of glazed bacon-wrapped sausages piled on a black plate. The glossy coating highlights the crispy texture of the bacon, and the sausages have a rich, savory appearance. The wooden tabletop is visible in the background.
    Honey And Mustard Sausages (Pigs in Blankets)
  • A plate of browned, round falafel balls garnished with chopped herbs, with one cut open revealing a textured interior. A small bowl of creamy dipping sauce with parsley is placed on the side. All on a wooden surface.
    Haggis Bon Bons
  • A black bowl filled with a hearty lentil and Ham Hough soup on a wooden table. The soup has a creamy texture with visible pieces of meat and is garnished with chopped parsley and a parsley leaf in the center.
    Traditional Scottish Lentil Soup with Ham Hough
  • A bowl of chutney with diced onions and reddish sauce, beside two round, crispy papadums on a wooden board. A smaller jar filled with the same chutney is next to the bowl. A purple spoon is in the bowl.
    Spiced Onions (Indian Takeaway Style)
  • A glass bowl filled with creamy tzatziki, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with chopped fresh herbs, sits on a wooden surface.
    Authentic Greek Tzatziki
  • Close-up of a pile of golden-brown, flaky pastry rolls filled with a dark filling, sprinkled with black and white sesame seeds, resting on a white plate. The surface beneath appears to be wooden.
    Black Pudding Sausage Rolls
  • A plate of bright red fried chicken pakora garnished with chopped herbs, arranged in a circle around a glass bowl of creamy dipping sauce on a wooden table.
    Chicken Pakora (with Pink Pakora Sauce)
  • Close-up of a colorful fresh salsa mix, featuring chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and green peppers, with visible seeds and a glossy texture. The vibrant ingredients are finely diced and blended, creating a fresh and appetizing appearance.
    Fresh Tomato Salsa (Pico De Gallo)
  • A white bowl filled with red pepper dip sits on a plate. Surrounding the bowl are slices of pita bread, arranged neatly on a wooden table.
    Nandos Red Pepper Dip Recipe
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Welcome!

I’m Lauren – a 34-year-old Mum of 2 who lives in Glasgow, Scotland.

I'm a stereotypical Scot who loves haggis, swears too much (think Gordon Ramsey crossed with Nigella Lawson) and thinks Scottish tap water is the best in the world!

More about me

Popular

  • A bowl of scottish clapshot topped with melted butter and finely chopped chives, placed on a wooden surface next to a colourful, textured cloth.
    Traditional Clapshot (Scottish Potato & Rutabaga Mash)
  • Two chocolate Easter egg halves filled with white chocolate, topped with a small chocolate bunny and colourful candy-coated eggs, sit on a white surface with more candy eggs scattered nearby.
    Easter Egg Cheesecake
  • A bowl of thick Scottish stovieswith visible chunks of meat and vegetables, served with two large, crispy wholegrain crackers on a wooden surface.
    Scottish Stovies (Traditional Recipe with Variations)
  • A tray of brownies topped with Biscoff biscuits and drizzled with Biscoff spread, with wrapped Biscoff biscuits on the side, on a wooden surface.
    Biscoff Brownies (Mega Fudgy!)

Seasonal

  • A plate of monkfish pasta: spaghetti topped with chunks of monkfish, diced tomatoes, capers, and chopped herbs, set on a wooden surface.
    Mediterranean-style Monkfish Pasta (30 Minute Meal)
  • A stack of mini egg brownies topped with mini chocolate eggs and chocolate chips, arranged on a white plate with extra mini eggs scattered around.
    Mini Egg Brownies (Thick and Fudgy)
  • Close-up of chocolate creme egg brownies topped with halved Cadbury Creme Eggs, some whole Creme Eggs nearby, and a box of Creme Eggs in the background. The brownies are cut into squares and look rich and fudgy.
    Creme Egg Brownies (Ultra Fudgy Easter Recipe)
  • A bowl of Italian penicillin soup (pastina) topped with grated cheese, served in a decorative white bowl with a silver spoon resting on the edge, on a wooden surface.
    Italian Penicillin Soup - Comfort in a Bowl

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