top of page
Search


Pecan Carrot Cake Recipe
OPEN TO ALL: This week’s recipe is one of my autumn favourites - a quick Pecan Carrot Cake that’s soft, nutty, and delicately spiced. It captures everything I love about this season’s baking: warmth, balance, and comfort. Perfect for a slow Sunday afternoon with a cup of tea. :) A glimpse into my online cookbook - refined, seasonal, and made to be enjoyed. 🍂 Enjoy!

David Batala
Oct 19, 20251 min read


Sloe Berries, Caramelised Whey, Pine & Almond Cream
Flavours of Autumn - Sloe Berries, Caramelised Whey, Pine & Almond Cream. Wild, simple, and full of contrast - the tartness of sloe berries against the sweetness of caramelised whey just works perfectly.
Now live in my online cookbook for members — if you enjoy seasonal, thoughtful food, you’ll love this one.

David Batala
Oct 12, 20252 min read


Almond, vanilla & cocoa nib praline tartlet
Treat yourself to our almond, vanilla, and cocoa nib praline tartlet, topped with dark chocolate and whipped Amarula cream. Perfectly simple yet irresistibly tasty, it's the ideal sweet snack for after a meal or anytime you crave something indulgent. A delightful combo of sweet, salty, crunchy, nutty, bitter, rich, and creamy flavours in every bite!

David Batala
Sep 14, 20252 min read


Yellow peach, shiso, sake & jasmine rice
Sake-poached peaches, jasmine rice ice cream, and a light sake custard come together in this fresh, floral dessert. Finished with shiso, crisp puffed rice, fizzy sake powder, and a sugar tuille for crunch — it’s all about balance, texture, and clean summer flavours. Try it yourself! Enjoy ;)

David Batala
Aug 26, 20253 min read


Chicken Livers, Sauternes & Parmesan
Chicken liver and foie gras parfait, whipped until silky smooth, dipped in sauternes jelly and set on a crisp parmesan sablé. Finished with a sliver of black truffle for an indulgent, bite-sized starter. Rich, elegant, and surprisingly light—perfect for entertaining or treating yourself. Enjoy!

David Batala
Jul 6, 20252 min read


Raspberry & Tonka Jelly
Fresh on the menu: Raspberry & Tonka Jelly. A vibrant, no-fuss petit four that’s all about balance — tart raspberry meets the warm, vanilla-almond notes of tonka bean. It’s light, fruity, and incredibly easy to make. A beautiful little bite to finish a meal or serve with coffee. The full recipe is ready and waiting!

David Batala
May 4, 20251 min read


Rhubarb & Custard
Rhubarb and custard — one of my all-time favourite combinations, and the perfect pairing for this time of year. The recipe is now live! Vibrant rhubarb with rich, silky custard — pure comfort on a plate. Head over to check it out and let me know what you think! Enjoy!

David Batala
Apr 20, 20253 min read


Smoked Veal Sweetbread
Spring is here and so am I with my veal sweetbread served with fresh peas, mint, and light dill cream to celebrate this time of the year. ;)

David Batala
Apr 6, 20253 min read


Angus Beef
Absolute flavour bomb guys! Juicy Angus beef glazed with onion caramel, wild garlic, earthy maitake mushrooms and a bold peppercorn sauce.

David Batala
Mar 23, 20256 min read


Beef and Tuna Tartare Croustades
Beef & Tuna Tartare Croustades: A quick, delicious snack that will wow your guests and get them excited for the rest of the menu!

David Batala
Feb 21, 20253 min read


Chocolate Bar
This decadent layered chocolate bar features five rich layers, from chocolate crumb to caramel, topped with crisp and honeycomb. A must-try!

David Batala
Feb 9, 20254 min read


Lobster Raviolo
Got a dinner party coming up soon? Try out my Lobster Raviolo recipe and impress your guests with my take on this flavour combination.

David Batala
Feb 3, 20254 min read


Foie Gras Lucullus
Unlock the secrets of Foie Gras Lucullus—tender veal tongue, rich foie gras, Sauternes jelly, and aromatic gingerbread. Join now for access!

David Batala
Dec 15, 20244 min read


Black Sesame 'Madeleine'
Impress your guests at the end of their meal with these black sesame petit fours. Check out the full (members-only) recipe on the blog now!

David Batala
Nov 30, 20242 min read


The Best Filled Doughnuts Recipe - Vanilla Custard or Strawberry Jam?
Donuts are one of my favorite desserts to make, they are super easy and bloody delicious so I have to share my recipe with you! There are...

David Batala
Oct 4, 20212 min read


My Favourites - Top 5 Cookbooks
Hi there, thank you for coming to my blog and your interest in my first blog post! Today, I would like to share with you 5 of my...

David Batala
Sep 27, 20205 min read
bottom of page
