Welcome! I'm Del, and I'm here for home cooks who want great food without the waste or the expense.

I believe every home cook can make simple, easy, and delicious food, all while saving money and cutting down on food waste!

And that is how YOU found me. Because you believe it too!

If you love being in the kitchen but feel like recipes never quite work out, you're in the right place.

I'm a chef with over 20 years of experience in professional kitchens, and my mission is to turn kitchen struggles into kitchen successes. I break down recipes into clear, step-by-step guides, share the small tricks that make a big difference, and give you the confidence to cook with ease.

Whether you're mastering the basics, cutting down on your food waste, or ready to transform pantry staples into something spectacular, I'll give you the tools and guidance to make it happen.

Ready to level up your kitchen game?

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Del from Dishes with Del holding a $50 note beside a full week's groceries for the Savvy Suppers Club budget meal plan

Meal Plans To Make Dinnertime Easy.

You have seen Savvy Suppers. But now there is The Savvy Suppers Club. 5 dinners for $85 NZD for 2-3 people. All the recipes, shopping lists and plenty of helpful tips and tricks to each banging dinners, on a budget!

The Savvy Suppers Club is open! 

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Why not try some of my recent recipes and see what you can create?

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Savvy Suppers

My budget dinners cookbook is available now.

I've packed 3 dinners for under $50, week after week, into this one easy-to-follow digital cookbook.

Sick of wondering what's for dinner and watching the grocery bill creep up? Savvy Suppers is built for exactly that. As I always say, "Let's make every dollar count without eating boring food!"

Easy step-by-step recipes from me, Del, a professional chef with 20+ years of experience. Digital download, instant access, just $13.99.

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Save Money & Reduce Food Waste

6 easy steps that you can do at home to save you money and cut down on food waste. Click below to get your free mini guide.

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