Christmas recipes – Page 3

Mango Panna Cotta

September 7, 2022

The eldest brother came over to my place a few days back. I cooked Asam pedas fish as it is one of his favorites. Obviously, I had to make a dessert as well. I am someone who wants to overdeliver when it comes to entertaining guests. It does not happen every time but if I had my way, I would…

Chinese New Year Meat

One Pot French Chicken Stew

December 24, 2021

It's Christmas Eve and you don't have time for the turkey? No worries, today's One Pot French Chicken Stew has got you covered. Just an hour is all that you need. I used a mixed of chicken thighs and drumsticks but feel free to use whichever parts you prefer. This One Pot French Chicken Stew is comforting especially in this…

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Potatoes Au Gratin

December 15, 2021

A lot of people swear that a traditional Potatoes Au Gratin recipe does not contain cheese, but I am willing to forgo tradition for cheese. Hello and Greetings from Sunny island! How are you guys doing? I see my neighbor Christmas's tree all lit up! Personally, I am not gonna be having one this year, however, it does not keep me…

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3 Easy Mocktail Recipes

December 8, 2021

Hello folks! Just as I said in my previous blog post, this month we are doing Christmas recipes. With the holidays season approaching, companies manufacturing alcohols must be raking in the moolah. I am making mocktails instead, thus they ain't getting a single penny from me. *flips hair* Cocktails often get a lot of attention during parties but not everyone can…

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Easy and Delicious Pumpkin Soup

December 2, 2021

Are you ready to be serenade with good food throughout the whole of December? As soon as November comes to an end, I hear jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way! Pardon me. Yes, I am a good cook, but I can be lame too. I don't celebrate Christmas, but I love the festival for a couple of reasons. I…

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6 MUST try recipes for Christmas

December 23, 2020

Now, I know most of you must have your Christmas Party menu all prepared, but if you're still on a look-out or even unsure where to begin, today's post is surely going to be useful. Consider it as my Christmas gift to you to end 2020 right. #santamaya 6 MUST try recipes for Christmas. Roasted Garlic Parmesan Potatoes - These roasted potatoes…

Quick and Easy Seafood

Prawn Cocktail Recipe

December 22, 2020

Here we are, just 3 days to Christmas and if you are still thinking of starters for your Christmas party? Well, my friends, look no further, today's I have for you: Prawn Cocktail Recipe. When I was making these, my brother who was at my house preparing to take his leave, took a whiff and decided he was staying for the…

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Sparkling Rosemary Peach Mocktail

December 15, 2020

Say hello to this refreshing Sparkling Rosemary Peach Mocktail. It is oh so perfect, be it on a hot sunny day or for a party. There is something therapeutic about sipping a glass of mocktail, isn't it? Maybe the same can be said with wine, however, I do not consume alcohol, so I guess I would never know. *Grins* Anyways, how…

Quick and Easy Seafood

Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops

December 11, 2020

I discovered that scallops are 20 bucks per pound recently. Thinking of serving these for a party? Well, here's a suggestion, how about serving 1 scallop on every spoon. It is Christmas after all and we need to feed a crowd!. Just joking. Maybe not. Then again, these would cost 3x more in a restaurant, so you are better off making…

Breakfast Quick and Easy

Deviled Eggs Recipe

December 9, 2020

Ho ho ho! Ready for THAT time of the year? I'm SO ready and it's 1 of my favorite month of the year for shure! ♡ Let's kickstart with a simple recipe but a HOT favorite in my household and it's a MUST for us every Christmas. Deviled Eggs. There are many variations of this, but this simply begins with boiled eggs that…