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Dear Diary: Late-Summer Plates, Early-Autumn Comfort

heylollyUpdated on September 3, 2025September 3, 2025

A soft reset for the kitchen: tomatoes, quick bowls, plant-powered plates and one last summer sorbet. Here’s what I’m cooking in September.

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Nothing makes me feel healthier and happier than a Nothing makes me feel healthier and happier than a simple yet stunning Thai style x Vietnamese salad with poached chicken infused with plenty of aromats. Finish it off with lots of lovely little umami crunchy bits and I guarantee you’ll be coming back for more! #thaifoodlover #thaisalad #vietnamesefood #noodles #healthyfoodporn #healthyfoodchoices #easyrecipesathome #easyrecipeideas #chickensalad #umami #midweekmeals #dinnerideas #heylolly
🍊Grapefruit posset doing its silky thing, pista 🍊Grapefruit posset doing its silky thing, pistachio shortbread bringing a divine little crunch. 🤗 Elegant? Absolutely. Effortless? Even better. Because sometimes you need a dessert that looks Michelin… but only takes you half an hour. 👌 Full recipe now up on the blog (link in bio) #grapefruit #redgrapefruit #posset #grapefruitposset #dolce #dessert #pudding #citrus #shortbread #creamydesserts #ukfoodie #foodblogger #foodbloguk #easydesserts #foodieinspo #lollyskitchen #heylolly
And just like that Summer went to Autumn… And just like that Summer went to Autumn…
Dinner tonight? 👉 Jammy shallots. Bursting cher Dinner tonight? 👉 Jammy shallots. Bursting cherry tomatoes. Buttery puff pastry. And that upside-down flip. 🫠 This shallot and tomato tart is proof that vegetables deserve the spotlight - indulgent, delicious, and ready in under an hour. I used the sweetest from @iowtomatoes 🍅 (nothing else comes close). Would you dare the flip? 👀 #easyrecipes #vegetarianrecipes #tomatoes #foodiesofig #gourmetfood #puffpastry #shallots #puffpastrytart #upsidedowntart #easymeals #easyrecipes #dinnerinspo #vegetariansofig
20-Minute Korean Crab Fried Rice 🦀🔥 The only 20-Minute Korean Crab Fried Rice 🦀🔥 The only rule? Crab goes in last 🤗 Everything else? Fast and hot!! Save this for when you want proper flavour, quick, quick, quick! 🦀🌶️🍚 RECIPE (serves 4) ✍️ • 4 cups cooked brown rice🍚 • 2 tbsp neutral oil 🛢️ • 2 eggs, lightly beaten 🥚 • 1 large onion, diced 🧅 • 1 red pepper, diced 🔴 • 3 garlic cloves, minced 🧄 • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced 🫚 • 1 dried chilli (or ½ tsp flakes) 🌶️ • 2–3 tbsp gochujang 🥄 • 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar 🥢 • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil 🥄 • 250g crab claw meat 🦀 • 2 limes (zest + juice) 🍋 • Large handful Thai basil 🌿 • Spring onions, sliced (optional) 🌱 Method ⚡ 1. Hot wok, 1 tbsp oil → soft-scramble eggs; remove. 2. 1 tbsp oil → onion + pepper 2 mins; add garlic, ginger, chilli 1 min. 3. Rice in; fry 2 mins till hot and a little toasty. 4. Stir in gochujang + rice wine vinegar till glossy. 5. Fold in crab gently; return eggs. 6. Off the heat: lime zest + juice, basil, drizzle sesame oil. Taste, adjust. Serve with extra gochujang + lime wedges. 🥄✨ Pro tips 💡 • Keep rice cold, pan hot. • Don’t overwork the crab (keep those luxe flakes!). • Finish with lime + sesame for that final perfume. Save this for weeknights + tag me if you make it 🫶 #crab #gochujang #friedrice #foodlover #crabmeat #crabrecipes #koreanrice #koreanrecipes #easymeals #quickandhealthy #20minutemeals #fakeaway #deliciousandnutritious #heylolly #lollyskitchen
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It’s giving Amalfi 🇮🇹 but I’m in my kitc It’s giving Amalfi 🇮🇹 but I’m in my kitchen and working through a glut of courgettes. My courgette, lemon and ricotta rigatoni makes for a RIDICULOUS tasting pasta and ready in just 26 minutes! Full recipe on the blog (link in the bio) @pasta_rummo #pasta #zuchinnipasta #courgette #courgettepasta #pastalover #vegetarianpasta #vegetarianrecipe #ricotta #lemon #amalfilemon #dinnerideas #lollyskitchen #heylolly
Things I made from scratch this week. No real plan Things I made from scratch this week. No real plan. Just vibes, hunger, and a fridge full of things I didn’t want to waste. It got a bit out of hand… in the best way. 🥥 Thai-style basa — light, spicy, and gone in about 3 minutes 🥢 Vietnamese summer rolls — satay on the side, no regrets 🍜 Chicken pho — speedy, slurpy, and exactly what I needed mid-week 🦐 Goan tiger prawn curry — rich, fiery, and weirdly therapeutic to make 🍣 Teriyaki salmon with pak choi + quinoa — balanced queen energy 🌶️ Gochujang salmon with pineapple + pepper salsa + black bean salad — sweet, spicy, chaotic 🐟 Trout with courgette + cannellini bean stew — soft, herby, a little smug Would I make all of it again? 100%. #homecookedmealsarethebest #thingsicooked #midweekmeals #easymeals #easymealsforbusypeople #fypreelsシ゚ #heylolly #foodiesofinsta #fortheloveoffood #easyrecipesathome
👉 Jason’s No 6 @jasonssourdough 👉 Silken 👉 Jason’s No 6 @jasonssourdough 👉 Silken eggs 👉 Smoked Mackerel with a dill crème and a splash of @hendersonsrelish for good measure 👌 🇫🇮🇳🇴🇩🇰🇸🇪 Scandi breakfasts just hit different 🤌🤌 #easybreakfastideas #scandibreakfast #eggs #mackerel #jasonssourdough #hendersonsrelish #smokedmackerel #healthybreakfastrecipes #heylolly #breakfastideas
They look good, but they taste better. 🤤 My go They look good, but they taste better. 🤤 My go to can’t be damn bothered to cook tonight midweek meal - grab a few of these from the freezer and turn them into an absolute feast. Drop a comment if you want the full recipe. 👇👇 🥟 🥟 #cookwithme #lollyskitchen #potstickers #dumplings #homemade #chickengyoza #midweekmeals #easyrecipes #gyozastagram #fypreelsシ゚
8 Easy Ways to Make Eggs For Breakfast Soft-boiled 8 Easy Ways to Make Eggs For Breakfast Soft-boiled, fried, poached, baked – however you like it, these eggy mains are proof that breakfast doesn’t have to be boring. From avocado toast upgrades to full tray-bake energy, this is your morning moodboard (with yolk porn guaranteed). 👉🍳 Slide into your egg era with these golden ideas: Poached + spicy avo toast 🌶️ Jammy egg stack on smashed avo toast 🥑 Classic English tray bake with all the fixin’s 🍅 Eggs Benedict, brunch icon status 🍳👑 Baked feta, cherry tomatoes & eggs - a Mediterranean dream 🌞 Brunch flatbread with eggs baked in 🔥 Herb egg bites with parmesan and sourdough soldiers 🌿 Everything bagel egg cups – gooey, cheesy, irresistible 🧀 #breakfast #breakfastisserved #eggsofinstagram #itswhatsforbreakfast #delicious #eggrecipe #breakfastinspo #lollyskitchen #fypシ❤️💞❤️
A little Saturday Reset 🥰 #easyrecipes #tacos # A little Saturday Reset 🥰 #easyrecipes #tacos #breakfasttacos #mexicanfood #foodvibes #itswhatsforbreakfast #breakfastinspo #easyfood #lollyskitchen #fypシ #foodiegram
Tiramisu packed her bags and went to the tropics… ✈️🥭🥥☀️ @trashandtreasurespirits #mango #tiramisu #summerdessert #lollyskitchen #tropical #dessertgram #easyrecipes #rum #islandgyal
If peace had a postcode… I’d pin it here. 📍 If peace had a postcode… I’d pin it here. 📍 Welcome to Hvar. 🇭🇷 #hvar #hvarisland #hvarcroatia #croatia #croatiawithlove #croatia_instagram #travelgram #itsmelolly
Six breakfasts I come back to when life feels bett Six breakfasts I come back to when life feels better with good olive oil and a warm yolk. 👌 A little effort = A whole lot of satisfaction! 🍅 1. Slow-roasted tomatoes on hummus toast 🫑 2. Persian eggs with herby yoghurt + chilli oil 🌮 3. Mexican breakfast tacos with black beans + avo 🍳 4. Shakshuka with feta + fresh herbs 🌯 5. Loaded breakfast burritos with roasted Tenderstem broccoli + scrambled eggs 🥚 6. Poached eggs on garlicky lentils + tomato #lollyskitchen #fyp #breakfastinspo #breakfastideas #plantbasedbreakfast #eggs #flexitarian #fypreelsシ゚
Meals I made from scratch this week… No real pla Meals I made from scratch this week… No real plan. Just fun, hunger, and a fridge full of things I didn’t want to waste. 🍥 Thai-style basa – light, spicy, and gone in about 3 minutes 🥢 Vietnamese summer rolls – satay on the side, no regrets 🍜 Chicken pho – speedy, slurpy, and exactly what I needed mid-week 🔥 Goan tiger prawn curry – rich, fiery, and weirdly therapeutic to make 🍣 Teriyaki salmon with pak choi + quinoa – balanced queen energy 🌶️ Gochujang salmon with pineapple + pepper salsa + black bean salad – sweet, spicy, chaotic 🎨 Trout with courgette + cannellini bean stew – soft, herby, a little smug Would I make all of it again? 100%. 💪💪 #lollyskitchen #eatwithme #ukfoodie #weeklymenu #midweekmains #fypreelsシ゚ #foodlover #mealprep #homemademeals
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POV: It’s 9pm ⏰ You’re starving and absolute POV: It’s 9pm ⏰ You’re starving and absolutely not in the mood to wait 🍽️ This tikka hits in 20! Chicken, tofu, and a sauce that does not hold back! 🔥 #easymeals #midweekmains #chickentikka #curryrecipe #flexitarian #currystagram #heylolly #lollyskitchen
Happy Hump Day - I don’t know about you but I’ Happy Hump Day - I don’t know about you but I’ve had a Christmas “to do” List as long as my arm today - I need a large glass of Friday! Double tap ♥️ If you’re with me! Fetch the recipe for my Spiced Cranberry Vodka Fizz Cocktails (link in my bio) CHEERS! @heylolly.uk . . . . . #cocktails #christmascocktails #drink #thirsty #cranberrycocktail #holidaycocktail #happyhour #mixology #craftycocktails #drinkup #festivecocktails #wintercocktails #festivus #honey #spiced #drinkup #f52grams #foodstyling #instachristmas #cocktailbar #christmasspirit #rosemary #drinkoftheday #homebartender #drinkporn #vodka #greygoosevodka
Anyone else freezing their buns off rn? ⛄️ Sou Anyone else freezing their buns off rn? ⛄️ Soup season is officially in full swing so grab the recipe for my Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup (link in my bio) This will satisfy anyone’s appetite even on the coldest and darkest of days. It’s intended to be devoured in front of a roaring fire, bodies intertwined in knitted blankets watching your favourite TV show. @heylolly.uk @merchantgourmet . . . . #soupseason #soupseasonishere #frugalfood #cauliflowerchestnutsoup #cauliflower #chestnuts #warming #heartwarming #satiated #eeeeeats #foodblog #discoverunder1k #christmasfood #inspofood #foodiesofinstagram #foodiegram #nutty #soupoftheday #truffleoil #ukblog #lifestyler #ontheblog #lifestylebloggeruk #foodstylish #foodstylists #f52grams #bonappetit #lollyskitchen #heylolly
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