Discover the Best Recipes from the UK's top Chefs
Welcome to the culinary heart of Britain through my eyes! I'm Ekani Ella. As a baking expert and seasoned writer with a journalism background, I share a deep love for the varied tastes that British cooking offers. From my home in London, I bring you straightforward, delightful recipes along with tips and insights into our culinary traditions. Discover both classic and contemporary dishes that highlight the best of Britain's culinary scene. Join me as we explore the art of baking and cooking, making it accessible and enjoyable for all.
Mary Berry’s Meat and Potato Pie is a quintessential British comfort dish, combining tender, savory meat with hearty potatoes in a deliciously flaky pastry. Ideal for cozy family dinners or as a warming meal during the colder months, this pie promises to satisfy hunger and bring smiles to the table. In this guide, I’ll walk …
Suet pastry is a type of pastry that is made with suet, which is the hard fat around the kidneys and loins of animals, usually beef or mutton. Suet pastry is rich, flaky, and tender, and it is perfect for making pies, puddings, and dumplings. In this article, I will show you how to make …
Imagine a dish that wraps you in warmth and nostalgia with every bite; that’s the essence of Mary Berry’s Chicken and Mushroom Pie. This classic British comfort food combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, all encased in a flaky, buttery pastry. It’s the culinary equivalent of a cozy blanket on a chilly …
In this blog post, I will show you how to make Mary Berry’s choux pastry recipe, step by step, with tips and tricks along the way. I will also share some ideas on how to fill and decorate your choux pastry creations, as well as how to store and serve them. Let’s get started! What …
If you are looking for a delicious and easy cake recipe that will impress your family and friends, look no further than Mary Berry’s marble cake. This cake is a classic British treat that combines chocolate and vanilla flavours in a beautiful swirl pattern. It is moist, fluffy, and rich, with decadent chocolate icing and …
The Hairy Bikers’ pineapple upside down cake is made with fresh or canned pineapple slices, brown sugar, butter, eggs, flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract. The pineapple slices are arranged in a round cake tin and sprinkled with brown sugar and butter. Then, a batter made with eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, and vanilla is …
French onion soup is a classic dish that originated in France and has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a simple but delicious soup made with caramelized onions, beef stock, wine, and herbs. It is usually served with cheese croûtes, which are slices of bread topped with cheese and toasted under the grill. In this …
Today, I’m going to share with you a delicious recipe for salted caramel cheesecake, inspired by the famous British baker Mary Berry. This recipe is easy to follow, and the result is a heavenly cake that will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests. What is Salted Caramel Cheesecake? Salted caramel cheesecake is a …
Mary Berry’s vanilla cheesecake is a classic crowd-pleaser and surprisingly easy to make at home. This recipe produces the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavours, with a hint of vanilla and a crisp biscuit crust. Though cheesecakes seem decadent, this version uses simple supermarket ingredients for a dessert that looks impressive but comes together …
If you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert that will impress your guests, then you should try this Mary Berry No Bake Baileys Cheesecake recipe. This cheesecake is rich, creamy, and infused with the irresistible flavor of Baileys Irish Cream. It has a crunchy chocolate biscuit base and a smooth cheesecake filling that …