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
Nagi,
Thank you for all of the recipes! Truly my favorites and easy to follow. My kids always say you can tell if love is in the dinner and I can feel the love in your recipes.
I am a house-bound Carer of a quadriplegic partner. Always working out appealing and quick recipes. To have a ‘back-up’/support is valuable. Thankyou for your very cheerful website. I can’t wait to make your yummy cheesecake in your latest book.
Hi Nagi,
Just picked up your cookbook! LOVE LOVE LOVE!
It is so obvious that this has been put together with so much heart and soul!
It’s just like having you standing in the kitchen with me while I’m cooking …….
Congratulations !
hi Nagi, love your work, congrats on the book finally! I would like to discuss something off forum, and wondered if I could possibly get a direct email please? Many thanks, Michael
Dear Nagi,
I just want to say that I LOVE your book and have been following your recipes for a few years now. CONGRATULATIONS on all your achievements. I so wish you every success in life. It is so refreshing to be inspired by someone who seems to be totally down-to-earth, loves their mama, their dog and food – fat and all!! I love that I can go to Woolworths and find the ingredients you recommend. My friends and family now follow you after I raved about how great your recipes are. Thank you again, and all the best for the future. Regards T
Navi,
You’re obviously a very busy person, but I would appreciate notes on recipes whenever you have time on how to make a recipe gluten=free and dairy free so that everyone in my family can eat it. The Honey Garlic Chicken is delicious.
Hi Nagi, our family has been enjoying your gorgeous recipes for years and now we are the proud owners of DINNER!! We have made a few meals from the book, and every single one has been a hit! Thank you Nagi for all the wonderful recipes and especially the handy notes, and Dozer who adds magic to every post 😊
Nagi, do I need to pre order your cookbook on your link vs. Amazon to get your surprise? Love your recipes!
I received the new cookbook today. It’s so beautifully presented and so many great recipes I don’t know what to cook first!
Thanks Nagi.
Are your oven temperatures for a normal or fan oven, please
Cookbook arrived, and is already in use. Thank you! I love it, and my entire family loves Dozer. We went through the book to find his pictures first! Thank you Nagi!
I love your recipes and Dozer!! I must get your cookbook! Maybe you can come to the States, specifically to Kentucky! The Food Network would love having you as a guest on one of their shows!
Yay “Dinner” arrived! So happy! Thanks Nagi – you’re an absolute inspiration! I started cooking a couple of years ago and you’re my go to every night for dinner. And I really mean every night 😊 Thanks for the recipes, the “why’s” and the videos – I’m getting high fives all round!
Nagi’s pretty awesome isn’t she!
Easy delicious food. So good.
Good, clean, honest food.
Love your cookbook. Thank you for your amazing efforts and integrity. It really shows. I have a question about Canola oil. I normally use olive or macadamia oil – can they be used instead of Canola?
Love the Cookbook 😍
Question: Where is the Nutritional Info for the cookbook recipes?
Cooking for Type 1 diabetics means that carb counting (doesn’t need to be low carb – I just need to how MANY carbs) is pretty important.
Your website recipes provide this information and it is soo helpful and I appreciate it so much😄
Will there be any autographed copies of this new book.
Excited to try your meals,daughter showed me your blog
Congratulations and thank you for sharing your journey with us! Your recipes and explanations are truly the best! Just pre-ordered from Canada.
I read your comment about measurements. In Australia, a tablespoon is equal to 20 ml whereas in Canada a tablespoon is 15 ml. Do you use the larger tablespoon in your recipes. Thanks.
Hello My Aussie Friend! I really consider you a friend, as I spend so much time on your website. You and Dozer frequently make my day! So excited, I pre-ordered your cookbook and will look forward to getting it in Feb 2023 as a sort of late Valentine’s Day gift to myself.
Take care, be well, be happy
Susie