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 San! I, too, recently found your blog on Pinterest and have made several of your recipes😋. I LOVE them, you and especially (um, sorry?) your awesome dog Dozer! I saw your photo from your former life, pictured as the only woman in a line of men, and felt sooo enpowered and proud!! Thank you for ‘being there’, in the field of corporate finance, blazing the way for like-minded women of the future! Ja, atode, onegai shimas !!
Thank you so so much Doris, that’s so lovely to hear ❤️
I just want to comment on your site…….so well done! I am constantly looking for different recipes and yours are 100% no fail and I’m a tough critic. Love the dog! Thank you from here in Canada.
Thanks so much Christine!!!
Hi Nagi,
I discovered your site while looking for apple crumble recipes. I tried yours and it turned out perfect! I can’t wait to explore all your other recipes.
Wahoo, that’s great Janie!
Hi, I just discovered your blog. I can’t wait to try your recipe.
I hoPe you love the Tara!
I just wanted to mention that here in Texas the “finer” households holding barbeques will hollow out the top of the bun and insert cole slaw or pickle relish. I relish the thought.
Sounds terrific Paul!
Hi Nagi , made your delicious kale rice tonight ..might have eaten too much !
At least it’s healthy Karen!!
Hi Nagi today i made stir fry beef with honey black peppersauce, it was a fantastic recipe, such a great taste, such a good marinade. I go to Singapore every year to my son, so i eat a lot of asian food and i love it. But this recipe i had also in Singapore. I love your recipes and i’m gonna make a lot of them so thanks Nagi for the great recipes
Thanks so much for the great feedback Elly!
Hi Nagi. Re: Maple Glazed Ham. Looks terrific. When buying a 1/2 ham which end is better, the shank or butt end? Thanks.
Hi Nick, I always buy the end with the shank 🙂
Hello there..just came across your mango cheese cake recipe..going to make for my grandchildren who live in Singapore and coming to me in South Africa for Xmas. Just meant to make sure if I got the measurement for the gelatine right…is it 4 and a half teaspoon? Regards Joyce De Roche.
Hi Joyce, yes that’s correct for the filling and an added 3/4 for the topping – N x
Hi Nagi! my mom and I love all your recipes, we always cook them together.:) I wanted to ask, do you have Instagram?
That’s so great to hear Melissa, and I do have instagram – you can find me at recipe_tin 🙂
Learning and I enjoy the food and the rec are easy to follow. Love it
Have just come across your website.I hope to make some of your recipes. Cooking for 1,
do I basically halve most ingredients! Thanks
Hi Dave – you can adjust the servings of each recipe! Hover your mouse over the serving size and slide the scale down to the number that suits – N x
I honestly love your blog I’m yet to make anything on your website that I didn’t love and keep doing what your doing your amazing!
Thanks so much for the great feedback Alicia ❤️
Hi Nagi, today i made Lo mein noodles, great recipe, this time i used dark soj sauce, and yes my sauce was fantastic.it’s the 3th recipe i made , and many more to do. Your recipes are fantastic, and i have succes family loves them. Thanks so much for your recipes Greets Elly
I’ve never had good success with roasting a turkey until I found your recipe using cheesecloth soaked in melted butter. SUCCESS!! My turkey was tender, moist and delicious. Since discovering your website Recipe Tin, I have enjoyed many different recipes to great success. The key is to follow the directions carefully.
Thank you, Nagi!
Wahoo that’s great Elly!
Hi Nagi – I have made your Cottage Pie recipe for friends and family who have been in the hospital and recovering. They now make your recipe. It’s the ultimate comfort food! Thank you for so many delicious recipes. I love reading about Dozer & so glad he’s ok after his ‘fishing’ incident!
Nagi, you’re absolutely genius!! I’ve never baked cake perfectly like today, I followed your recipe of lemon glazed cake and apple muffin, they are gorgeous and presentable, thank you!! I am so happy to find you in Facebook, your recipe are so easy to follow, thank you and greetings from Canterbury, UK!
Looking forward to trying out a couple of your recipes this Thanksgiving. Hugs to Dozer (such a sweetie he must be)!
Awesome!! Happy Thanksgiving! – N x
Really looking forward to trying your magic 3 layer custard cake at high altitude (we live at 7500 ft / 2286 meters). Hoping all goes well, and I’ll post the results for future reference 🙂
Hi Nagi,
I just wanted to say that I think the new features are a brilliant idea, and so easy to use, even for me! I am working my way through all your recipes and have already saved many of them to ‘my favourites’. I am hoping that there is no limit to the number that can be saved!
Also loving the updates on your house move, and very envious of your close proximity to the beach. Although where I am in England, no matter how close to the beach, the view would probably be obscured by the rain!
Sending hugs to adorable Dozer and best wishes to you both in your new ventures.
Helen
Thanks so so much Helen, that’s so lovely to read ❤️
I have just discovered your site, while searching for crispy wings. So glad to meet you.
I hope you love the site and recipes Margi!!
Dear Nagi~ Recipe Tin Eats is the BEST food blog! I tell people about it frequently. Every recipe I’ve made is a HIT. Your crockpot roast chicken is deliciously genius!
Oh that’s so lovely to hear Gwenda, thanks so much!!
omg nagi you are so nice, thnks 4 the information, honey! 🙂
omg nagi! you are so nice, thnks 4 the information, honey! 🙂