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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…

Asian Beverages Dessert

Hwachae – Korean Watermelon Punch

October 24, 2023

Hi guys, do you love TikTok? If you're a fan of the platform, you've likely come across this viral recipe known as Subak HwaChae, a delightful watermelon fruit punch that's been taking over your FYP. It is a refreshing watermelon fruit punch that combines the flavors of milk and lime soda. It has gained immense popularity, with even the BTS…

Dessert Yum Picks by Maya

Strawberry Cheesecake Parfait

October 5, 2023

Hey foodies, how's it going? Singaporean sprinter Shanti Pereira won a historic gold medal in the women's 200m final during the Asian Games. This achievement fills us Singaporeans with immense pride, marking our first gold medal in athletics since 1974. Yup, nearly a 50-year wait for a track and field medal at the Asian Games! I'm not a runner myself, but…

Asian Dessert Eid

Non-Baked Batik Cake with Chocolate Ganache

August 14, 2023

Hey there lovelies! I hope you all have a sweet tooth, as I'm about to share a delightful treat with you today! This Non-Baked Batik Cake with Chocolate Ganache recipe is just as delightful as it is hassle-free. It's especially perfect for those who aren't comfortable with baking or don't have an oven to work with. Before we dive into this chocolatey…

Beverages Dessert Yum Picks by Maya

Pear and Snow Fungus Dessert

August 5, 2023

Hello, foodie friends! How are you all doing, and what's new on your side of the world? As for me, not much has changed – just the same old daily ramblings. But sometimes, the comfort of routine is all we need. Today, I'm excited to share a delightful Chinese dessert that I love! This Pear and Snow Fungus Dessert is my…

Asian Deepavali Dessert Quick and Easy Ramadan Vegetarian Yum Picks by Maya

Delicious Coconut Jelly

June 6, 2023

Hello everyone. It has been a while, hasn’t it? I had a number of recipes to share for Ramadan and Eid, but things didn’t work out as planned. Too many things were happening and I was down health-wise too. Anyways, let’s put everything aside and admire this refreshing and delicious coconut jelly. This Delicious Coconut Jelly is made from minimal ingredients and…

Dessert Yum Picks by Maya

Lemon Curd Cheesecake

January 11, 2023

Heard of this saying, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade?" Well, apparently these people have not had a taste of lemon curd! WHAT IS LEMON CURD? It is a smooth velvety custard that is delicious and can be used as a topping on cheesecakes, toast, and ice cream. It is equally perfect as a filling to sandwich between layers of cakes,…

Bakes Christmas/Thanksgiving Eid Others

Delicious Snickerdoodle Cookies

December 22, 2022

When these Snickerdoodle Cookies were baking in the oven, we felt like we were passing by Auntie Anne's store. Maybe it is just me but I have always associated cinnamon sugar with Auntie Anne's pretzels as I am definitely #teamcinnamonsugar when it comes to pretzels or churros. So what is a Snickerdoodle? Well, basically they are a cinnamon lover's dream! Soft,…

Bakes Christmas/Thanksgiving Dessert Eid

Cranberry Orange Loaf Cake

December 14, 2022

Greetings everyone! With Christmas around the corner, there are plenty of activities and cheers going around everywhere. I am sure most of you are busy shopping for gifts, enjoying the jingle bells, fixing fairy lights on your Xmas trees, and savoring the warm smell of classic recipes; or even new ones! Cranberries-based recipes are especially popular during Christmas, so I would…

Deepavali Dessert Yum Picks by Maya

Vermicelli Kheer – Semiya Payasam

September 25, 2022

Do you guys have some customary traditional food that you prepare only on special occasions or festivals? Let's say, maybe a specific pie that your mom bakes only during Christmas. Basically, food that makes its appearance only once or twice a year. My family has two things I would say. Mom used to make them every Eid and now she has…