The dB Kitchen

Niche-free recipes, created out of a pure love of food, by home cook Carmel de Bedin (that’s me!). Genuine, accessible dishes tried and taste-tested by a couple of food nerds who truly love a good meal.

PLUS! Check out my Foodie’s Guide to Surviving Hotel Quarantine for Sassy Hong Kong!

Check out our latest post below, or head to the Recipes page for more!

Rainbow Chard Salad with Turmeric Dressing

by thedbkitchen 26/01/2022

Chicken Stuffing For An Anti-Inflammatory Christmas

by thedbkitchen 22/12/2021

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What to do with a pack of broken noodles? Singapore ‘em!

First week back to office life but that didn’t keep me away from my happy place, getting some dinner inspiration in the wet market 🥰

Some neighbours you call for milk, some for sugar; me? I’m the girl you call for butchers’ twine 😉

What’s on the menu?

Beautiful whole steamed snapper served with simple ginger fried rice.

Cantonese Steamed Snapper

Having grown up in Hong Kong, I have so many memories of eating this celebration dish. A simple cook with oh, so satisfying results.

Herbaceous smashed potatoes, simple vinaigrette and a flavourful take on minty peas.

Perfect Summer Sides

Perfect to take along to any summer potluck or BBQ. Serve them alongside our easy beer can chicken for an easy, delicious summery win.

Moules Frites (Mr. dB’s Mussels in White Wine Sauce with Fries)

Hands-down, one of my top 5 go-to, celebratory dishes when Mr. dB says he wants to spoil me with an indulgent cook. A simple update on an absolutely classic dish with a foolproof cooking technique.

Check out this recipe