Recipes
Welcome to my recipes collection - a selection of easy-to-follow, seasonal recipes developed and photographed by me, here in New Zealand. As a New Zealand–based food photographer and recipe writer, I pair clean, editorial-style food photography with well-tested recipes designed to inspire home cooks and celebrate the flavours and produce I love. 

This easy almond marzipan is one of those recipes that quietly sits in the background of other bakes - but once you make it from scratch, you realise just how much better every bake it's in can be! I originally shot this just before Christmas, when trays of mince pies were coming out of the oven daily and the kitchen smelt permanently of citrus zest and warming spice. I was cutting little marzipan stars to sit on top of each pie - they soften slightly in the oven, turning gol

When I'm working, I'm carefully crafting every image to highlight your product, tell a story, and engage your audience. Achieving this consistently isn’t just about skill - it’s also about the tools and equipment I use. From camera to props, each piece of equipment in my studio plays a role in delivering polished, commercial-ready food imagery for brands and agencies. Camera body At the heart of my studio is my Canon EOS 5D Mark IV. This full-frame DSLR is reliable, captures

This roasted garlic, shallot and cauliflower salad is one of those dishes that works just as well for summer entertaining as it does for an easy lunch or weeknight meal. I first created this recipe for 5+ A Day , with the goal of showcasing seasonal vegetables in a way that feels generous, flavour-packed and unfussy. Roasting the garlic, shallots and cauliflower brings out a deep, caramelised sweetness that forms the backbone of this vibrant vegan salad. It’s also a recipe th

Christmas fruit mince is the ultimate ingredient to bring warmth and tradition to holiday baking. Its rich blend of dried fruits, spices, and a generous splash of spirit has been a festive favorite for centuries. Whether you fill pies with it or explore other creative uses, this ingredient adds a unique depth of flavor to your baked Christmas treats. I loved delving into its history, and gathered some practical tips, as well as thinking of fresh ideas to inspire your baking t