ABOUT ~

MAKING IT EASIER TO FEED YOUR FAMILY ON A BUDGET!

Hiiii there! Welcome to my flavorful corner of the internet! I'm Nikki, the food blogger, recipe developer, and food photographer behind Deliciously Nikki. Deliciously Nikki focuses on sharing simple recipes that make it easy to feed your family on a budget. Here you will find family-favorite recipes that won't break the bank.

I’m the self-proclaimed queen of budgeting—I can whip up delicious family meals on a dime and save my family hundreds of dollars with budget-friendly recipes.

From smart grocery shopping to creative meal planning, I know how to stretch every dollar without sacrificing.

Cooking great food like baked risotto doesn’t have to be expensive—it just takes a little know-how (and maybe a few secret tricks up my sleeve that I can share with you)!

WHAT YOU WILL FIND ON DELICIOUSLY NIKKI

Budget-Friendly Family Meals – Delicious recipes that won’t break the bank, perfect for feeding the whole family.

Step-by-Step Instructions – Easy-to-follow recipes with clear, detailed steps to make cooking stress-free.

Simple Ingredients – Meals made with everyday ingredients that are not difficult to come by.

Tips and Tricks – Hacks to help you cook smarter, not harder, so you can spend less time in the kitchen.

ABOUT DELICIOUSLY NIKKI

My cooking style is simple and hassle-free. I love one-bowl wonders and sharing family dinner recipe ideas.

I also love to entertain, so you will find meals that you can serve to your friends without spending hundreds of dollars, making expensive food cheap!

WHAT IS MY BACKGROUND

👩🏼‍🍳 A TRAINED CHEF:

After completing high school, I did my formal training at The Lord Charles Hotel and Grange Bay - Cape Town Hotel School, where I studied and worked in industrial kitchens and hotels. I then worked in London and Africa at some of the top hotels and lodges. I have even worked for some big A-list celebrities like Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.

🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 A WIFE AND MOM TO TWO BOYS

Balancing the demands of family life means I always look for the quickest and easiest ways to make a healthy, budget-friendly meal. A family meal is something I hold very close to my heart, and I greatly appreciate food's role in bringing friends and family together.

🇿🇦 BORN IN SOUTH AFRICA

I'm originally from South Africa, we called New Zealand home for 9 years, and then our family of four (plus our cat) moved to Australia. 🇦🇺

The boys looking over the ocean. — **Outdoor walks and the ocean for miles.** 🏖️

📸 FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY AND BRAND WORK

As a trained food photographer, I've had incredible opportunities to collaborate with some amazing brands to bring their creations to life through photography and video reels for their social media platforms. Below is some of the work that I have done.

A stack of pancakes with pink frosting and berries.

Chocolate Berry Tart covered in berries.

🥰 FAQS ABOUT DELICIOUSLY NIKKI

WHAT IS THE BEST COUNTRY YOU HAVE BEEN TO?

Okay, technically not a country, but the islands off East Africa totally stole my heart. Think turquoise waters, white beaches, and beautiful coral reefs.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FOOD?

Pasta is my ultimate favorite—especially when it’s covered in a creamy sauce, with a generous helping of prawns and garlic!

IF YOU WERE STUCK ON A DESERTED ISLAND AND COULD ONLY TAKE ONE THING, WHAT WOULD IT BE?

Sunscreen! Because survival is important, but so is avoiding a sunburn. 😆☀️

DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?

The cutest, most adorable Burmese cat called Teddy, who thinks he's a human and loves to watch me take food photographs.

ANY HOBBIES?

If hitting the gym 5 days a week counts as a hobby, then yeah—I’m basically a part-time athlete 🤣. Otherwise, I also dabble in pretending to stretch while scrolling to find a podcast to listen to.

A trip to Africa to see the zebra. — **Beautiful Africa** 🦓

Nikki standing in front of a fire place. — **Cheers to you, and happy cooking!** 🍷

Thank you for being part of this —I'm excited to have you along for the ride!

MY MOST POPULAR RECIPES

Holding a slice of vanilla sponge tray bake. You can see the moist, soft crumb on the side.

Vegan Vanilla Sponge Tray Bake: this cake is perfect for birthday parties, feeding a crowd, or afternoon tea. It's budget-friendly, vegan and so easy! I make it all the time.

Paprica feat dip with a side of crusty bread.

Paprika Dip with Feta: this is not only the best dip but it's delicious enough to toss it into hot, cooked pasta. Add extra feta (because feta makes everything better!) - and it's vegetarian. It's cheap to make too!

A close picture of Penne Napoli. You can see tomato sauce covering each piece of pasta.

Easy Penne Napoli (cheap meal): it's a budget-friendly, fuss-free, vegan dish. This rich Italian tomato sauce perfectly coats every strand of pasta and is perfect for serving a family, hosting a dinner party, feeding a crowd, or a simple meal for two.

Happy cooking and bon appétit!

Nikki. Chef, Mom, Friend, Wife ❤️

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