Vietnamese Coffee French Toast blends the rich flavours of Vietnamese coffee with the comfort of classic French toast. This dish brings together the sweetness of condensed milk and the boldness of coffee for a deliciously indulgent breakfast or dessert. This indulgent dish offers a unique flavour profile, with rich coffee-infused custard-soaked bread that’s pan-fried to […]
Breakfast / Brunch
Caramel Apple Vietnamese Cinnamon Scones
Caramel Apple Vietnamese Cinnamon Scones, made with tart Granny Smith apples, aromatic Vietnamese cinnamon, five spice and a surprising touch of savoury miso, are a delicious addition to Thanksgiving breakfast or dessert. The apples add a sweet yet tangy burst, balanced by the warmth of cinnamon, while the miso adds a rich umami depth to […]
Pineapple BBQ Pork Croissant
My Pineapple BBQ Pork Croissant is the combination of the savoury flavours of Chinese BBQ pork (char siu) with the delightful crunch and sweetness of a pineapple bun (bolo bao), all encased in a flaky croissant. Check out my shortcut recipe using Costco croissants! I buy my croissants from Costco. The twelve pack can be […]
Chocolate Dipped Flat Croissant with Matcha
Chocolate Dipped Flat Croissant with Matcha is a pastry creation that combines rich chocolate and subtle bitterness of matcha with the buttery goodness of a croissant. You are probably wondering why I would flatten a croissant with beautiful and delicate layers. I was hesitant at first but trust me, it works! It’s like a caramelized, […]
Turnip Cake with Egg
Turnip Cake with Egg, or ่ฟ่็ณ็ ่ “Lo Bak Go Jian Dan” in Cantonese, is my favourite pairing of a classic dim sum dish with fried eggs! It’s such a satisfying breakfast that is ready in no time and it’s so easy to make. Who doesn’t like fried eggs anyway? Here in this recipe, I elevate […]
Garlic Croissants
Garlic Croissants are buttery, crispy and insanely flavourful with a garlic aroma that you will love. This is the perfect balance of savoury with a slight sweetness. Be forewarned, this mouth watering pastry will make you want more! Check out my shortcut recipe! It’s a copycat version of the mini garlic croissants from Paris Baguette, […]
Yuzu Danish
If you like yuzu as much as I do, this yuzu Danish recipe is for you! These pastries are buttery and flaky and oh so yummy! This Danish pastry is a shortcut version. The butter is worked directly into the dough, which is different from laminating it with separate layers of butter. Who likes a […]
Salted Egg Yolk Lava Croissant
This Salted Egg Yolk Lava Croissant recipe is buttery, crispy and oozing with creamy salted egg. This is the perfect balance of sweet and savoury. Be forewarned, this mouth watering pastry will make you want more! Check out my shortcut recipe using Costco croissants! You won’t regret making this croissant with silky lava custard. Even […]
Lemon Zucchini Loaf
This olive oil lemon zucchini loaf is so moist. Top it with a sweet lemony glaze and enjoy it as a snack, dessert or even for breakfast! It’s a great way to sneak extra veggies in. I love growing vegetables in my garden for the summer. I am no expert by any means but I […]
Rose Siu Mai
In Cantonese cuisine, siu mai is usually served during dim sum. The rose siu mai is a concept of two of my favourite things in life – siu mai and flowers. What is dim sum? Dim sum is traditionally enjoyed in restaurants during brunch. There is a large range of dishes, each with delicately prepared […]