Author: Suci Bakri

  • Banana Chocolate Bomb

    Banana Chocolate Bomb

    Sometimes I end up with a few neglected bananas sitting on the counter, slowly becoming overly ripe. Instead of letting them go to waste, I love whipping them up into delicious treats like these Banana Chocolate Bombs. It’s my favorite way to make sure nothing goes spoiled… and even better, it makes my family super…

  • Peking-Style Crispy Chicken Bao Buns

    Peking-Style Crispy Chicken Bao Buns

    If you ever came over to my house for lunch, there’s a good chance I’d make these Peking-style bao buns for you. 😊 I made Peking duck for an Easter dinner with my best friends, and let me tell you, it was an absolute hit! Everyone couldn’t get enough of it and they’re still talking…

  • Oliebollen

    Oliebollen

    I’ll admit it, I bribed my neighbours with oliebollen to get away with noise complaints! I used to host house parties often back in the day, and one of them was, of course, a New Year’s Eve party. New Year’s Eve was loud, music a little too high, we laughed, we danced like crazy with…

  • No-Bake Matcha Tiramisu

    No-Bake Matcha Tiramisu

    Creamy, Calm, and Elegant If you love desserts that feel indulgent but are surprisingly easy to make, this no-bake matcha cheesecake is for you. It’s smooth, lightly sweet, and infused with earthy matcha that brings both flavour and calm to every bite. Perfect for when you want something special without turning on the oven. Why…

  • Asian Style Salmon Crudo

    Asian Style Salmon Crudo

    Asian-Style Salmon Crudo: A Fresh Christmas Appetizer 🎄✨ Christmas meals are often rich and comforting, which is why I always like to start with something light, fresh, and full of flavour. This Asian-style salmon crudo has become my go-to Christmas appetizer. It’s elegant, refreshing, and surprisingly easy to put together. Crudo, meaning “raw” in Italian,…

  • Pandan Tiramisu

    Pandan Tiramisu

    Pandan Tiramisu: A Festive Indotalian Twist 🎄 You know how everyone says you need some greens on your Christmas dinner table?Well… here’s my version of greens: Pandan Tiramisu. I made this dessert for a Christmas dinner with my best friend, who happens to be married to an Italian. I was a little nervous serving a…

  • Snowman Cake Pops

    Snowman Cake Pops

    There’s something extra special about baking together, especially around the holidays. This year, my daughter and I made snowman cake pops for her Christmas dinner at school, and it turned into one of those fun moments I know we’ll both remember. Sticky fingers, lots of giggles, and of course a little taste-testing along the way,…

  • Rendang Shepherd’s Pie

    Rendang Shepherd’s Pie

    Christmas dinner is all about comfort, warmth, and sharing something special with the people you love. This Rendang Shepherd’s Pie brings all of that to the table, with a festive twist. It combines the deep, aromatic flavours of Indonesian beef rendang with the cozy, familiar comfort of a classic Shepherd’s pie, making it a wonderful…

  • Apple Rose Puff Pastry

    Apple Rose Puff Pastry

    I’ll admit it, I’d been ignoring a small pile of apples in my fridge for far too long. Rather than letting them spoil (I hate wasting food!), I decided to turn them into something beautiful and delicious. I enjoy giving neglected fruits, vegetables, and breads a second life by turning them into desserts, and my…

  • Sambal Goreng Tempe (Stir-fried Tempe in Sambal)

    Sambal Goreng Tempe (Stir-fried Tempe in Sambal)

    Sambal Goreng Tempe is a popular Indonesian dish made from tempe (fermented soybeans) cooked in a spicy sambal (chili paste) sauce. It’s savoury, slightly sweet, and spicy — a perfect accompaniment to rice. Sambal goreng tempe is a favourite dish in Indonesian cuisine, enjoyed in various settings, from home meals to special occasions; whether it’s…