Author: Winny Hayes

Berry puff pastry filled with homemade strawberry and blackberry compote and drizzled with vanilla glaze.
Desserts, Sweets

Berry Compote Puff Pastry

There are days when fresh berries disappear the moment they make it into the kitchen, and then there are days when they sit in the fridge just a little longer than planned. That’s exactly how this recipe came to be. I had strawberries and blackberries […]

Poor man's burnt ends made with oven-baked chuck roast, coated in sticky barbecue sauce with sides.
Comfort Food, Dinner, Meat

Poor Man’s Burnt Ends (Oven Recipe)

There are some recipes that instantly remind me of backyard barbecues, paper-lined trays piled high with smoky meat, and lazy weekends spent gathered around the table with family. Burnt ends have always been one of those foods for me. Every time I ordered barbecue, I […]

Huli Huli Chicken with grilled pineapple, Hawaiian Mac Salad and rice.
$100 Dinner Series, Budget Meals

Huli Huli Chicken

This Huli Huli Chicken is a Hawaiian-inspired grilled chicken recipe that’s packed with sweet, savory, and tangy flavor. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a simple pineapple-soy sauce mixture, then grilled until perfectly caramelized and juicy. Whether you’re hosting a summer cookout, planning a family […]

Creamy Hawaiian mac salad with carrots, onion, and green onion.
Salads, Side Dish

Creamy Hawaiian Mac Salad

If you’ve ever had a plate lunch in Hawaii, you know the meal isn’t complete without a big scoop of creamy Hawaiian Mac Salad. It’s simple, comforting, and the perfect balance to smoky grilled meats like Huli Huli Chicken, BBQ ribs, or teriyaki beef. Unlike […]