The Watermelon Cake

The Watermelon Cake

The Watermelon Cake This spectacular cake was the hit of summer, not just because of its Wow factor, but also because it’s gluten-free and (refined) sugar-free. Both the kids and adults kept coming back for more.You will need to  place the tins of coconut milk...
Biji Salak

Biji Salak

Biji Salak This recipe was given to me by Nur Hasrat Thamrin as it’s the one she likes to use. She explained that these sweet potato balls have a slightly chewy texture and are delicious served with palm sugar syrup and a drizzle of creamy coconut milk....

Carol SelvaRajah on Dining with Dragons

Carol SelvaRajah on Dining with Dragons My late friend Carol SelvaRajah was honoured today with a Medal of the Order of Australia. It is heartwarming to see other women of colour being recognised in the Australia Day awards this year. Here is a story I wrote a...
Meen Moilee (Fish Curry)

Meen Moilee (Fish Curry)

Meen Moilee (Fish Curry) This delicate flavoursome fish curry, possibly of Portuguese-Indian origin,  is quick and easy to prepare and very well received whenever I serve it. Make sure you use fresh curry leaves as their flavour and aroma is irreplaceable. The...
Passionfruit Coconut Slice

Passionfruit Coconut Slice

Passionfruit Coconut Slice In need of some comfort food at the end of this week of bleak news? This luscious slice is just the thing to lift the spirits, delight the family and occupy the kids. Get them to crack the eggs and press the pastry into the tin. View...