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 , My friends and I have been following you and cooking your wonderful recipes for years now. We all have copies of your book as well. We just adore the handsome Dozer’s antics as well. We are having our annual girls trip away this February which we have been doing now for 30 years and we were wondering if you could give us some tips of where to eat and what to see and do in Sydney. Much thanks and you look lovely in that blue dress xx
As someone who loves to cook and try food from all over the world, especially when it is for scratch cooking, gotta be good so I am going to check on more. Have a great week.
I just found you via one of your recipes and I’m so grategul ! I will definitely be trying more!! Ty for sharing not just your recipes but your backstory … how inspiring ! I I hope you and Dozer have good health and continued success 😊
I love all the recipes that I have tried so far, they are becoming family favourites. My children are even convinced that they like lentils due to your amazing Dahl recipe. Quick question, the savoury muffins – how would you adapt to being eggfree? We have an egg allergy but would love to make these for school lunches.
Please come to Mulgrave, or even Frankston when you come to Melbourne <3
Hi Nagi, All your recipes are the best! When I search for any recipe and see yours as an option, I always choose yours 🙂
I do the same. I always choose tin eats.
Hi Nagi I simply got to marry you
So do I!! Your recipes are the best Nagi!!
I just tried the chicken Frances’s. I’m a fan!
Hi Nagi. I have a question. I love the BBQ recipe that is used for the slow cooker brisket. It’s the best and everyone loves it (and the brisket of course!). I noticed the BBQ ingredients for the pulled pork recipe are different. Is there a reason or can I use the brisket BBQ recipe for the pulled porK?
I tried the brown sugar chicken. Roasted and Yummy! Thank you. Very easy.
Hi Nagi, i tried your Worlds Easiest yeast bread receipe and I loved it!
The exterior turned out crusty and beautiful!.
The inside dough was a little ‘dough damp’ although still fluffy so want to ask if there’s something I could have done different.
I didn’t have a dutch over so i used the Corning bake dishes with the glass lid.
Have just found you and your wonderful recipes. Love your chat
And have learnt an enormous amount because you explain and give the science behind the ritual of cooking. Thank you so much for sharing knowledge. Take care. Annie UK
Hey Nagi, another wonderful meal useing your recipe.
Love you book, can still taste dinner XOXO
I love that you refer to the recipients of your food-bank meals as “vulnerable.” It is inclusive and kind.
Nagi, I just discovered your site this morning looking for a chicken shawarma recipe. What a lovely thing to wake up to in Iowa, where it is 0 degrees farenheit! Your passion for cooking and smile come through! And I love your pal, Dozer. Have my own 90 lb. Lab, Moki! Thank you again!
Hi Nagi. I live in Canada, Ontario, near Toronto. I love to cook ( different soup twice a month). I really wanted a Golden Retriever, especially during the pandemic, and we ended up with a Golden/yellow lab mix we named Juno. Very sweet but she’s a big girl. Love your blog. I will be attempting your salsbury steak this evening.
I absolutely hot and sour soup,thank you so much for your recipe
Insert love between absolutely and hot please
Could you send me your Salmon and asparagus quiche recipe. Or what should I look for in your recipe book. Thank you. Di Harry
Can you let me know what is the recipe featured on the cover of your cookbook please.
Love your recipes. I made the celebration punch recipe for
Christmas and it was a big hit. You are my go to for all recipes now.
Thank you so much for the recipes. And your delicious meals I’m drooling about. Too bad I’m in California instead. I wish you have a Happy New Year coming with best wishes. Love, Wendy. 🥰