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
Thank you for letting me love Dozer, too, by giving him to your audience. He lives in more hearts than just yours! (hug)
About the pesto: My foodie-dude (translation: my bf is a foodie) sent me to your site! Can’t wait to try it out!
Until then, I’ll keep reading on Dozer and perusing your site!
All the best,
Candace, Portland, Oregon, USA
Really enjoyed learning more about your cooking approach and how you keep recipes both practical and flavorful. The focus on simple ingredients and real taste makes your content stand out.
While exploring different food options recently, I also came across a detailed guide on Arby’s menu with pictures and prices which made it easier to compare fast food choices alongside homemade meals.
It’s always interesting to see how people balance quick options with home cooking, and your recipes are a great example of that balance.
I just discovered Recipe Tin Eats when searching for a Lentil Soup recipe. It’s a keeper, and I have bookmarked the site.
I too work in corporate finance, and enjoy cooking, but not enough to do it for a living 🙂
I also loved the tribute to your sweet Dozer!
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this. Very comprehensive coverage. Very insightful indeed.
This was a great read, looking forward to more articles. Very insightful indeed.
Hi Nagi! It’s a pleasure to meet you. So sorry about the passing of your beloved fur family, Dozer. I’m sure food has been unconsciously intentionally dropped to the floor or you’ve turned ready to step over him as he was by your side always. My heart goes out to you.
In my internet searches for recipes I inevitably find your site and have yet to be disappointed. I’m glad you left the corporate world of finance for the cozy world of cooking – I love your nod to your unique creativity in your red shoes (and you’re the only woman in the picture to boot!).
My husband and I both love to cook, and me bake, and often use & share your recipes. It’s great to have your site to rely on! Sending love from Canada 🇨🇦 ❤️
So sorry about your beautiful dog
Love to you
Lorraine
Hi Nagi, I use many of your recipes as they always work well, but a regular repeat is crumpets. I make them thicker (about 3cm), cook both sides then slice into halves before toasting. Great result as quicker overall & ‘top’ then has holes for the butter
I just tried your Truly Crispy Oven Baked Buffalo Wings. My husband loved them! I think less salt on the wings and in the sauce would be preferable. I used Frank’s Extra Hot Sauce and it worked fine, but we both found the wings too salty and I even used a little less than your recipe called for. Also, I used aluminum foil on my shallow metal baking pan, and it was hard to pull some of the wings off. (I hate having to clean pans.) But this is a WONDERFUL RECIPE. The crispiness of the wings is terrific. Thank you!
This is exactly what I was looking for, appreciate the detailed explanation.
I love Nagi’s recipes. Easy to follow, yummy and successful. The only one I’ve had trouble with is the Indian prawn coconut curry. The flavour is fabulous but the sauce doesn’t thicken. Any suggestions? I followed the recipe to the T.
Like your sincerity. Just came across your website, when I typed black forest recipe.
Forget the black forest…. Now running thru your looks yummy recipes.
Just discovered your blog, love the content quality. Shared this with my friends.
This is exactly what I was looking for, appreciate the detailed explanation. Bookmarked your site for future reference.
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this. Very comprehensive coverage. Shared this with my friends.
Hi Nagi. When I search for a dinner to make that my family will enjoy, I keep coming back to your site. Tonight I read what you have shared about your life and interests. If I lived closer to you, I’d ask if you’d like to hang out. Sorry to hear about your dog. Thanks for your recipes!
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this. Very comprehensive coverage.
Interesting perspective on this subject. Thanks for sharing! Keep creating great content like this.
Just discovered your blog, love the content quality. Shared this with my friends.
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this. Very comprehensive coverage. Very insightful indeed.