Christmas/Thanksgiving

Roasted Tomatoes with Burrata

December 24, 2024

Hi everyone! Can you believe Christmas is just around the corner? Time to panic-buy gifts, right? How are your preparations going? Has the menu been finalized yet? If you're looking for a quick and tasty appetizer, read on. today recipe is definitely a must try!! This Roasted Tomatoes with Burrata is deeeelicious! Burrata is a fresh Italian cheese made from mozzarella…

Beverages Christmas/Thanksgiving Yum Picks by Maya

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…

Appetizers Christmas/Thanksgiving Side dish Yum Picks by Maya

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…

Beverages Christmas/Thanksgiving Slider

Fizzy Strawberry Mocktail

February 14, 2024

The colour of this mocktail reminded me of the red Dolce & Gabbana bejeweled catsuit that Alicia keys wore during the Superbowl halftime show. All bright and sparkly and no, we are not discussing what Usher did at the Superbowl. Everything is too scripted nowadays from Television to TikTok. Are you a fan of soda? A cold sparkling drink just hits…

Christmas/Thanksgiving Mains Meat Noodles/Pasta Quick and Easy Soup/Salad Yum Picks by Maya

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…

Christmas/Thanksgiving Dessert Quick and Easy

Triple Chocolate Mousse

December 31, 2023

Hey everyone, ready to say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024? While there are certainly challenges ahead, I choose to hold onto hope, for a brighter year. Not asking for much, just healthy loved ones, a big ol' dose of global happiness and togetherness and a touch of financial magic. Not for fancy cars or anything, just wanna take…

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…

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Roasted Tomatoes with Burrata

Virgin Pina Colada

Delicious Fondant Potatoes

Fizzy Strawberry Mocktail

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Triple Chocolate Mousse

Spiced Apple Mocktail

Brown Butter Mashed Potato Bake

Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken

Chocolate Burnt Basque Cheesecake