It’s less about perfect recipes and more about moments: what’s in my basket, what’s simmering on the stove, and the flavours that tell the story of where I am right now.
Think of it as the heart of Hey Lolly - part food journal, part travelogue, part love letter to eating well in every sense. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I have enjoyed creating and writing it.
Harissa butter beans deserve their own little love letter. This skillet version simmers creamy beans in smoky harissa sauce, then crowns them with whipped feta and lemon zest. Warm baguette and a sharp salad make it complete – big flavour, zero fuss.
Crispy Asian potstickers filled with juicy pork and turkey, wrapped in homemade dumpling dough and pan-fried until golden. Served with a punchy chilli soy dipping sauce, these dumplings are deeply satisfying to make and even better to eat.
Is The Ivy Nottingham’s £19.17 lunch menu actually worth it? I tried the 1917 heritage lunch menu to find out. Here’s what the food, atmosphere and bill were really like.
This gochujang cod noodle bowl began with fresh cod from the fishmonger and the promise of something bold. Sticky glaze, tangled noodles and bright greens bring it all together.
Brioche French toast soaked in vanilla custard and cooked until golden, topped with fresh fruit and maple syrup. A decadent brunch that’s surprisingly simple to make.
This creamy pasta alla vodka with burrata and basil pesto is silky, indulgent and full of flavour. A simple vegetarian dinner that wins over everyone at the table.

