Ava

About Me

Hi, I’m Ava Smith, a 34-year-old mom, wife, home cook, and unapologetic lover of cozy kitchens and quiet mornings. I’m also the human behind this blog, where I pour a little bit of my heart (and a whole lot of butter) into every recipe I share.

Tender Beef Bao Buns

Ava Smith Feb 9, 2026 3 min read
Tender Beef Bao Buns

These tender beef bao buns are soft, fluffy, and generously filled with slow cooked beef that is rich, savoury, and…

Mango Coconut Cream Pie

Ava Smith Feb 9, 2026 4 min read
Mango Coconut Cream Pie

This mango coconut cream pie is a cool, creamy dessert with bright tropical flavour and a soft, silky texture. The…

Delicious Homemade Sesame

Ava Smith Feb 9, 2026 3 min read
Delicious Homemade Sesame

This delicious homemade sesame cake is a soft, lightly sweet bake with a nutty sesame aroma and a tender crumb.…

Easy Strawberry Lava Cake

Ava Smith Feb 8, 2026 3 min read
Easy Strawberry Lava Cake

This easy strawberry lava cake is a soft, rich chocolate-style sponge with a warm strawberry centre that gently melts as…

Homemade Gummy Peach Rings

Ava Smith Feb 8, 2026 3 min read
Homemade Gummy Peach Rings

These homemade gummy peach rings are soft, chewy, and packed with bright peach flavour, just like the classic sweet shop…

Baked Apple Fritters

Ava Smith Feb 8, 2026 4 min read
Baked Apple Fritters

These baked apple fritters are soft on the inside with lightly crisp edges and pockets of tender apple in every…

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