Yum Picks by Maya

Creamy Garlic Butter Clams

September 19, 2023

Hey everyone, how's it going? The Formula 1 race just took place in the Singapore Grand Prix, and I've had quite a hectic time lately. Although my previous sentence might have made it sound like I was rubbing shoulders with Lewis Hamilton, there's no connection between me and F1! :D In reality, I've been swamped with work, and my health…

Appetizers Asian Bread Breakfast Chinese New Year Quick and Easy Ramadan Seafood Swift Spoon Yum Picks by Maya

Sesame Prawn Toast

August 18, 2023

What's up, food lovers? It's currently 3 AM here in Singapore while I am writing this blog post. I am a born night owl. I think better at night and my energy is literally at 100% when the moon is out. I'm not a morning person and waking up early is boring. As boring as Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg…

Beverages Dessert Yum Picks by Maya

Pear and Snow Fungus Dessert

August 5, 2023

Hello, foodie friends! How are you all doing, and what's new on your side of the world? As for me, not much has changed – just the same old daily ramblings. But sometimes, the comfort of routine is all we need. Today, I'm excited to share a delightful Chinese dessert that I love! This Pear and Snow Fungus Dessert is…

Asian Deepavali Dessert Quick and Easy Ramadan Vegetarian Yum Picks by Maya

Delicious Coconut Jelly

June 6, 2023

Hello everyone. It has been a while, hasn’t it? I had a number of recipes to share for Ramadan and Eid, but things didn’t work out as planned. Too many things were happening and I was down health-wise too. Anyways, let’s put everything aside and admire this refreshing and delicious coconut jelly. This Delicious Coconut Jelly is made…

Bread Breakfast Deepavali Vegetarian Yum Picks by Maya

Pav Bhaji Recipe

January 27, 2023

This Pav Bhaji Recipe might be alien to some of you. Whenever I go to Little India, I make it a point to buy some pav bhaji, which is a popular street food in India. It is a combination of different vegetables cooked and mashed together with a mix of masala. Traditionally eaten with toasted buns slathered with some butter.…

Dessert Yum Picks by Maya

Lemon Curd Cheesecake

January 11, 2023

Heard of this saying, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade?" Well, apparently these people have not had a taste of lemon curd! WHAT IS LEMON CURD? It is a smooth velvety custard that is delicious and can be used as a topping on cheesecakes, toast, and ice cream. It is equally perfect as a filling to sandwich between layers…

Christmas/Thanksgiving Mains Seafood Yum Picks by Maya

Best Baked Salmon

January 4, 2023

This thing here is a show-stopper. ↓ Hello peepz! How has 2023 been so far? Nothing new for me despite the calendar change. With regards to new year's resolutions, I still have two tubs of Ben & Jerry's in the freezer. We will revisit the resolutions once the tubs are empty; ok? Of course, there is a can of…

Bread Breakfast Quick and Easy Vegetarian Yum Picks by Maya

Cream Cheese Bruschetta

December 29, 2022

It is almost midnight here and I am feeling hungry just by looking at these pictures. Why do I always do this to myself? Why do I blog late at night and why do I feel that I deserve a cup of noodles right now? BRB. Yup I am back and cup noodles are done. Calories consumed between Xmas to…

Beverages Christmas/Thanksgiving Yum Picks by Maya

Chili Lime Mango Mocktail

December 6, 2022

MY MOTHER IS OBSESSED WITH THIS CHILLI SALT RIM AND I'M TOTALLY DIGGING THIS COMBO TOO! Forgive me for "shouting." I just wanted my thoughts to come across in caps. So I made this mocktail a few days back and have already encored it twice, as we enjoyed it quite a lot. A little too much I have to say.…

Asian Deepavali Dessert Yum Picks by Maya

Suji Ladoo – Semolina Ladoo

October 20, 2022

Namaste beautiful people! Diwali, the brightest of all Hindu celebrations is fast approaching. It is definitely a festival that is close to my heart. <3 . Prior to moving to this new house, I had an Indian neighbor for about 20 years and I always enjoyed seeing their house buzzing with activities a few…

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Creamy Garlic Butter Clams

Sesame Prawn Toast

Pear and Snow Fungus Dessert

Delicious Coconut Jelly

Pav Bhaji Recipe

Lemon Curd Cheesecake

Best Baked Salmon

Cream Cheese Bruschetta

Chili Lime Mango Mocktail

Suji Ladoo – Semolina Ladoo