Banana Suji Halwa (Semolina Dessert) for Babies
So this recipe is a golden oldie… literally! It’s golden appearance and soft texture makes it a wonderful treat for baby, and taken from my first ever ebook published 4 ½ years ago, it’s definitely an...
View ArticleFlavour-led Weaning: A Fantastic Weaning Method to Prevent Fussy Eaters
Flavour-led weaning, as I now call it, developed as a result of weaning my daughter Aaliyah a few years back. Of course I didn't realise at the time that's what I was doing. The closest I could get...
View ArticleKiwi, Mint and Lime Puree for Babies
Super excited friends! My brand new weaning cookbook - The Flavour-led Weaning Cookbook, will be released in just a few weeks time (2nd March)! So I thought I'd give you a taster of some of the...
View ArticleTilapia with Mango and Lime Sauce - Stage 2
Sweet and yummy! Taken from my Flavour-led Weaning Cookbook, this protein-rich fish dish is high in a range of B vitamins and will go down a treat with your little one. Suitable for babies from 7...
View ArticleBeetroot and Broccoli Mash - Stage 2
So I'm at count down now with book launch number 2 - 10 days to go! Whilst every time I think about the launch, my heart is literally pounding out of my chest [I'm that scared!], I am also very...
View ArticleThai Chicken Curry - Stage 3
Curries always go down well with babies and toddlers - Aaliyah always lapped them up. There's something about the combination of delicious flavours, and lovely aromatic curry sauce which makes it...
View ArticleBanana and Coconut Pancakes - Stage 2 Finger Food
I love Pancake Day!! Back in the 80's there was only one way to eat your pancakes... a sprinkling of sugar and a dash of fresh lemon! Simply delicious. Thinking about it, that's probably one of my...
View ArticleParsnip Yogurt Mezze - Baby-led Weaning
This baby-led weaning recipe is simply delicious, flavoursome and perfect for babies from the age of 7 months - once first tastes and flavours have been accepted, and baby is comfortable with finger...
View ArticleNo-fuss Tandoori Fish Curry - Family Meal
This super-simple fish curry is perfect for a quick mid-week meal (takes just 20 minutes), and tastes really delicious. Comprised of just a few ingredients, this one-pot curry always goes down...
View ArticleNon-Alcoholic Eggnog | Creamy Christmas Mocktail
For the last two years I’ve been hosting Christmas dinner at my home. I am Muslim so we don’t celebrate Christmas as such, but it is an opportunity for the family to get together because it’s one of...
View ArticleOne-Week Feeding Plan: Safely Introduce Baby-Friendly Herbs and Spices
Is your little one ready for new and exciting flavours? Before you and baby jump into the flavoursome world of weaning with herbs and spices, also known as flavour-led weaning, I’d recommend following...
View ArticleLife-Enhancing Benefits of Weaning Your Baby with Unique Flavours:...
Everyone at some point will have incorporated aromatic herbs and spices into their homecooked meals – from herbs such as garlic, basil, chives and rosemary to spices - turmeric, coriander and...
View ArticleAdd Flavour: 19 First Taste Herbs and Spices for Weaning Your Baby
Herbs and spices are wonderful! As well as being 100% natural, there are loads of yummy and unique herbs and spices suitable for weaning. Available in fresh, ground or dried varieties, most are safe...
View ArticleMust-Know: Achieve a Balanced Diet for Your Baby
A balanced diet is essential. It provides your little one with vital vitamins and minerals required for his or her tiny body to grow, develop and function effectively – maintaining and repairing...
View Article12 Harmful Foods and Ingredients to Avoid When Weaning Your Baby: Supported...
Before your little one’s exciting flavour-led weaning adventure begins, there are a number of foods you should be aware of that will need to be avoided or introduced later as a precaution, as some can...
View ArticleApple and Ginger Puree
Yummy, sweet puree with a hint of ginger for baby. Taken from my Flavour-led Weaning Cookbook, this recipe is excellent for combating coughs, settling nausea and for tasting simply delicious! Watch the...
View ArticleEasy Turkish Chicken Shish
Due to popular demand I'm adding this healthy, low fat delicious fakeaway recipe to my blog. Complete with a homemade spice mix, this super-easy, quick Turkish Chicken Shish recipe is suitable for the...
View ArticleOne-pot Mushroom and Courgette Paella
**Sponsored Post**Today feels like a paella day. The weather this summer has been simply marvellous! Best summer ever! I always cook my paellas with basmati rice. I love the texture of basmati, I find...
View Article21 Delicious Baby-Led Weaning Curries - Easy to Prepare, Nutritionally-Balanced
As a British Asian mum, I had certain goals when it came to weaning my baby girl:1. Top-notch nutrition2. Yummy flavours3. Culinary heritage4. Variety of mealsReadily-available baby food recipes...
View ArticleSmoked Aubergine (Eggplant/ Baingan) Bharta (V)
This super-quick video shows you all angles of what my smoked aubergine bharta curry recipe should look like when cooked.Definitely one of the more interesting ways to cook an aubergine! Cooked on an...
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