Christmas/Thanksgiving – Mayakitchenette

Virgin Pina Colada

December 17, 2024

Hey everyone! It seems many of you have been quite busy with your baking endeavors. Those colorful cookies are quite impressive! The holiday season is certainly inspiring creativity in the kitchen. Due to my recent accident + the niece is a working lady now, we haven't been able to paint the kitchen red. However, last weekend we set aside some time…

Delicious Fondant Potatoes

December 4, 2024

It's my favorite time of the year! Even though I don't celebrate Christmas, I love the vibes that this festive spirit brings. The dazzling lights, vibrant decorations, and joyous melodies fill the shopping centers. It is always all mesmerizing! Oh, and the food! The scrumptious panettone, the delightful log cake, and a whole host of other yummies; what not to love? I…

Christmas/Thanksgiving Mains Meat Noodles/Pasta Quick and Easy Soup/Salad

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

January 31, 2024

How are we almost into February? January flew by in a blur! Didn't we just clink glasses for the new year? Guess it's true what they say about January being a trial month after all. Here's to hoping that February brings more unforgettable moments and gives me some quality time to relax before Ramadan arrives in just 5 weeks! By the…

Beverages Christmas/Thanksgiving

Spiced Apple Mocktail

December 28, 2023

Certain things just hits you differently when the weather is cold. A steaming bowl of soup becomes a cozy haven, churros dusted with cinnamon sugar and a mug of hot chocolate paint a vivid picture of comfort and delight. Personally I feel apples and spices absolutely scream comfort too. Be it a warm apple pie, a spiced cider, or just…

Christmas/Thanksgiving Side dish Vegetarian Yum Picks by Maya

Brown Butter Mashed Potato Bake

December 26, 2023

As the shimmering lights of yet another Christmas fade into the distance, how did your Christmas celebrations go? I hope they were filled with the embrace of warmth, echoes of laughter, and treasured moments with your loved ones. On my blog, there's a mouthwatering mashed potato recipe that's simply irresistible. Creamy, decadently cheesy; I couldn't help but think, "Ah, this must…

Christmas/Thanksgiving Mains Meat

Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken

December 13, 2023

Sundried tomatoes, chicken, cream and fresh basil. You know today's recipe is gonna be goooood. I love tomatoes and sun dried tomatoes are my culinary obsession. That concentrated deliciousness elevates everything. Even a simple aglio e olio gets an instant upgrade with a few chopped sun dried tomatoes. Game changer indeed. So today I would be sharing this Creamy Sun Dried Tomato…

Bakes Christmas/Thanksgiving Dessert

Chocolate Burnt Basque Cheesecake

November 24, 2023

I am pretty sure that most of you have seen pictures/recipes of Burnt Basque Cheesecake that have taken social media and food blogs by storm. Its origins trace back to the quaint coastal town of San Sebastián, nestled in the heart of Spain's Basque Country. Despite its simple ingredient list of cream cheese, heavy cream, eggs and sugar., the Burnt Basque…

Christmas/Thanksgiving Quick and Easy Soup/Salad Swift Spoon Vegetarian

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

November 17, 2023

Hello, lovelies, how are you guys doing? I've been quite occupied lately, but I'm not complaining. Staying busy is far better than being idle, it keeps me engaged and, honestly, helps avoid that empty feeling, not to mention the financial struggles. *Grins* So, today we are doing soups. Pardon me for boasting, but I do have a knack for creating delectable…

Appetizers/Snacks Bakes Christmas/Thanksgiving Soup/Salad Vegetarian

Lemon Parmesan Roasted Potatoes

February 11, 2023

Hello beautiful people! I hope you guys are doing well. Just dropping in for a quick update and to share a simple yet yumsss recipe. We are about 5 weeks away from Ramadan. Have always loved and enjoyed the vibes during Ramadan but after losing my brother in Ramadan itself, it is now a roller coaster of emotions and memories. Anyways, let's…

Christmas/Thanksgiving Mains Seafood Yum Picks by Maya

Best Baked Salmon

January 4, 2023

This thing here is a show-stopper. ↓ Hello peepz! How has 2023 been so far? Nothing new for me despite the calendar change. With regards to new year's resolutions, I still have two tubs of Ben & Jerry's in the freezer. We will revisit the resolutions once the tubs are empty; ok? Of course, there is a can of gulab jamun…