Hi there, nice to meet you!
I’m Nagi, and RecipeTin Eats is my corner of the internet!
I’m the voice, cook and eater behind RecipeTin Eats. I create recipes, take photos of them, write them up and make recipe tutorial videos. Oh, and I have a food bank – RecipeTin Meals – and I wrote a cookbook too!
I live in beautiful Sydney, Australia, and have an unhealthy obsession with all things food and my dog Dozer, an abnormally large and very cheeky golden retriever.
When I say he’s “abnormally large”, I mean it! Proof:
(OK, possibly I am a little on the short side too….😂)
My recipes
My website reflects my philosophy on food and cooking – fast, creative, clever and fresh.
That’s fast meals for busy weeknights.
Creative new ideas and fresh takes on favourites to shortcut preparation, cut down on cost and create food with style.
Clever cooking so that you don’t sacrifice taste just because you’re short on time and on a budget. I’ll show you how to get gourmet flavours out of budget ingredients and how you can get organised so it’s a breeze to serve up nourishing meals to your family that will knock their socks off.
And fresh meals that are made from scratch. I don’t use store bought packet mixes or canned soup.
My recipes are cost conscious, made using everyday ingredients and (mostly) pretty healthy. I don’t use a tub of cream or blocks of cream cheese in every sauce, and I only deep fry when I really think it’s worth it.
But, sometimes I feel the need to unleash the demon within. 🙂
OK, maybe a little more than sometimes……
A bit about me …
Born in Japan, raised in Sydney, Australia, I’ve travelled the world from Europe to the Middle East, across Asia and America.
In a previous life, I worked in corporate finance. Though I thoroughly enjoyed my “first” career, I wanted to pursue a future where my passion really lies – food. 🙂
Today, I’m extremely fortunate to be able to say that I make a living doing what I truly love – creating and sharing my favourite recipes with people from all over the world.
Growing up, budget was tight and even though my mother worked full time, we dined like royalty because she was so creative in the kitchen. And this is why I know it’s possible to make great, fresh food even if you’re short on time and on a budget.
The recipes on my blog draws on influences from my travels, my ever evolving fascination with how just a few simple ingredients can transform into something that tastes so amazing, and learning genius tricks from the masters of the world.
I want to show you how to make vibrant recipes made with everyday ingredients, spanning cuisines from around the world as well as classic comforts. Delicious recipes with the “wow” factor that are simple to make, cost effective and can often be prepared ahead.
I hope you find something on here to your taste! – Nagi x
What you will find on RecipeTin Eats
Seriously tasty simple recipes made using everyday ingredients. I don’t shop at gourmet stores.
Exciting New Ideas for Fast Midweek Meals.
Takeout favourites that truly taste like what you get at restaurants.
Easy recipes from around the world.
Can’t-Live-Without Classics. 🙂
Salads with oomph! Because if I’m having a salad as a meal, it’s got to be something special!
Cooking for a crowd. I like to entertain. So many of my recipes are convenient for cooking for a crowd, whether it be easy to make in large volumes, or make ahead.
Tried and tested recipes. I take great care to ensure my recipes work and are written concisely. I also add notes to help with substitutions (where possible) and explanations for things that I think may not be familiar to everyone.
What you won’t find on my blog
I don’t follow trends for the sake of it. I only share recipes I truly love. There will never be a cauliflower crust pizza on my blog.
I do not sacrifice taste just for the sake of reducing calories (or following a trend). My healthy recipes are accidentally healthy.
Food that looks pretty but tastes blah. Never, ever, ever!
Recipes with shortcuts that compromise on flavour. I will cheat at every opportunity. So long as it doesn’t compromise on flavour.
Difference in measures between countries
DID YOU KNOW….? Cups, tablespoons and teaspoon sizes differ between countries. For the vast majority of my recipes, the difference is not enough to affect the recipes – this mostly holds true for savoury recipes.
However, for baking recipes like cakes, slices, delicate desserts and especially cookies, the slight difference between measurements does matter.
So I ensure that my baking recipes are tested and written so that they will work for cooks in different countries. This also applies to any savoury recipes that are affected as well.
Oh – and I have a food bank!
During the height of the pandemic in 2021 when there was increased food insecurity in my community, I started my food bank, RecipeTin Meals, where we make homemade meals which are donated to the vulnerable.
I have 3 full time chefs who work in the kitchen making meals 5 days a week. Many of the recipes we use are from my website!
To learn more about RecipeTin Meals, pop over here. ❤️
Finally … Don’t be shy, say “Hi”!
Drop me an email and say hi! Due to the sheer number of messages I receive, I sadly cannot respond to every one. However I do my very best to reply where I can (unless you’re SPAM!). One thing I can assure you is that I will see your message! You can contact me here.
“People who love to eat are always the best people!” – Julia Child
~ Nagi xx
Hi Nagi
Found your recipes while in lock down and love them. Your sausage rolls to die for, I have mastered your quiche, carrot cake easy and delicious, and lamb shanks perfect for a cold Melbourne night.
Thanks – I wonder what is next??
Laura
Hi Nagi. I just discovered your website and can’t wait to try your recipes. Love the way you write, love the videos and love Dozer! Thank you
hello Nagi ,
I just discovered your recipes via Pinterest and searched more of your recipes in you tube. Your recipes are AWESOME and I also LOOOOOVE your background music. Please, could you share with me, the title of your background instrumental music, as well. Appreciate, so much.
ps. can you also show me a photo of your doggie …. LOVE dogs & kitties too 🙂
Joy 🙂
Hi Nagi,
You are a true goddess!
Just started with your Parmesan fish which was amazing!
Doing lemon potatoes, sweet potatoes stack with eye fillet tonight. yummo!
Thank you 🌷
Thanks for recipe love them to the moon and Dozer what can I say jus gorgeous 😍
Thanks so much Fatima ❤️
Hi Nagi, just wanted to say hi and love your recipes because they work and taste fantastic. You’re my fave go-to for recipes, love your work, thanks so much. 🤗
I discovered your blog through feed on my phone a week ago, and I’ve done 4 of your recipes already..I had become so bored with cooking and baking, stuck in a rut, turning out the same old stuff with little satisfaction. Your recipes have put the pleasure and enthusiasm back into my cooking, not to mention taste and the ease of preparation. Recipes from the 4 corners of the world at my finger tips..I thank you Nagi, and my family certainly do 😃..seem to have acquired my own Sous chef now too, the husband 😉👍
Thank you so much Kathy, that’s so great to hear! N x
Hi! Loving your recipes! Every weekend I cook something and they are all great! Keep them coming!
Louise Melbourne
Such a pleasant site. Thanks, again, for all the recipes. It must be a lot of work to run this blog. Well done!
Thank you SO much Heather ❤️
Your recipes look appetizing
Thanks so much Catherine! N x
I love your recipes and have tried several with great success. My question is how old is Dozer? Im
Hi Dorothy, he’s 8 🙂 N x
I love your Recipes, I got a new phone and lost all my recipes saved , so I Google and glad I got you back.. Thanks for sharing your awesome recipes ..i also love your beautiful dog ..
Your recipes make me look good. Your going to make me gain weight.lol thank you for posting them
Hi Nagi, saw your recipe on YT tonight after dinner looking for inspiration and ideas for future meals. Read your blog and sounds yummy and modern, so i subscribed. Will try the curry lentils as its all pantry staples here and economical. Great blog and content. 👍
KiaOra Nagi, I am your biggest fan right now. I hated cooking with a passion but since finding your blog I have found a love for cooking again. Your recipes are so easy to follow, with so much information that you just cannot fail any recipe. Kids and hubby are cleaning up plates as well. Thankyou Nagi, you have changed our lives..Kay💜💜💜
Hola Nagi, I’ve been following you for a while and have actually cooked a few of your recipes. What l love about your cooking are the recipes themselves but l love your videos. I’m a visual person so l do better when l can actually see the steps to preparing and cooking the food. Thank you so much!!!
Hi Nagi,
Love all your recipes especially the curry. Love curry but was always intimidated to make it. You made it easy and delicious. I am going to venture into the thai red curry paste tonight. I know it will be yummy. Is it ok to add potatoes to the recipe instead of putting it over rice?
Hi David – 100%! I’d love to know how you go – keep me updated! N x
Hi Nagi
Update! Thai red curry was delicious. Everyone raved. Made the sauce a little thinner to accommodate the taters. Great recipe!
David
Hi Nagi- I’ve used your chicken wing recipe forever. Today I was looking for a great broccoli/pasta recipe- and again found YOU. Amazing recipe, you’ll be my go-to chef from now on. Thank you!
Hi Nagi, I love all your humor. You are a very funny Lady! And ah, your recipes, doable and not expensive to make. BTW how is you Mom? Missing her recipes too.
Hi Diana, thanks so much for the great feedback, I truly appreciate it! You can see all my Mother’s recipe here: https://japan.recipetineats.com N x
Hi Nagi, I have been browsing your blog for a short time. Love your dishes
Been cooking(baking) for quite some years. I’m 86 and still love cooking!
Thank you for your delightful personality! PS
I LOVE Goldens!! Have had them for 40years!!
Hi Nagi
I’m from Cape Town in RSA
I discovered you on you tube recently and really enjoy your recipes
Made the Salisbury steak and chili prawns
Was a hit with my family
Hello Nagi
Can you please put me right with your recipe for mango icecream? I have noticed that you have measured 160z in the glass jug for two cups but can you please advise how many ounces for the whipping cream because I need to get this right! Thank you.
Hi Gennie, I use a 250ml cup – so 500ml/16oz Mango puree and 500ml/16oz cream. N x
Thanks so much!
I hate it when recipes state cups for measures because cups come in all shapes and sizes. Will be shopping for the milk and cream today. Thanks.