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This is a simple Greek vegetable stew. It’s vegan and super healthy. Serve with hummus and crusty bread to mop up the sauce.

This is my comfort food in winter. There is nothing better than sprinkling sea salt on crispy roast potatoes, straight out of the oven.

This pasta is the ultimate fall comfort food. It’s a creamy mix of pumpkin bechamel, topped with roast pumpkin and pine nuts.

Peach Tarte Tatin, with notes of caramel, bourbon and sea salt, is a quick dessert for a weeknight or a summer gathering.

Yemista are delicious hot or cold, and are great with a chunk of fetta drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with some dried oregano.

This vegan cake, not only has an interesting cultural heritage, but only uses basic cupboard ingredients and is super easy to make.

Grilling the apricots brings out their full flavour potential, while the notes of thyme add a savoury element. A modern take on a classic celebration cake for life’s sweet moments!

Hortopita (or green pie) is traditionally made in Greece around Springtime from wild greens. It’s vegan as the Greek community is typically fasting during this time for Lent. It’s like a detox for the body, and allows you to experiment with produce that is in season.

During the pandemic, I have been craving the comfort and safety of home. Everyone has one meal that they associate with home. For me, it’s Greek avgolemono soup.

In Greek culture, vegan recipes come from the religious practice of fasting during Lent. This is one of my favourite recipes because it can be made with or without meat, and is brilliant hot or cold.

This week I share my mum’s recipe for roast chicken. Made with a handful of quality ingredients it’s quick to prepare and creates a feeling of warmth and comfort as the gentle aroma of rosemary, lemon and chicken fill the house.

This week’s recipe comes from guest contributor, Neridah McMullin. Neridah is the author of seven children’s books and loves true stories and Australian history. This year her apple tree was plentiful, so she shares her favourite recipe for baking her homegrown apples into a delicious family treat.