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I’m Leili, a writer, food photographer and food stylist based in London UK. Secret Flavours came from the desire to share my passion about food.

I will be posting phitos, recipes, tips and reviews

11/09/2024

🍫 Brigadeiro: Brazil’s Beloved Sweet Treat! 🇧🇷

If you’ve ever been to a Brazilian party, you’ve definitely tasted brigadeiro – the irresistible chocolatey balls rolled in sprinkles. These little bites of heaven are a staple in our celebrations, and we even have Brigadeiro Day on 10th September to honour them! 🎉

But did you know brigadeiro was invented in the 1940s during a presidential campaign? It was originally made to raise funds for Brigadeiro Eduardo Gomes’ campaign, and it became an instant hit! With a simple combo of condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter, brigadeiro has been a sweet part of our culture ever since.

Want to make your own brigadeiros at home? Here’s the recipe! 👇

Classic Brigadeiro Recipe
✨ Ingredients:

395g (1can) condensed milk
30g cacao powder
15g unsalted butter
A pinch of salt
Chocolate sprinkles for rolling

Method:

Mix condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter and salt in a pan.
Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and pulls away from the bottom (about 10-15 minutes).
Let it cool, then butter your hands and shape it into small balls.
Roll the balls in chocolate sprinkles, and voilà! 🎉

Serve them up at your next party or just treat yourself – you deserve it! 🍬✨

17/08/2024

Today is *Pão de Queijo Day*! 🎉🇧🇷
This Brazilian cheese bread is a true staple in Brazil, enjoyed at any time of day. Crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside, it’s the perfect bite-sized comfort food. If you are craving something new, celebrate with us and try this iconic Brazilian treat. One bite, and you’ll be hooked!

Have you experienced the taste of *Pão de Queijo* yet?

10/08/2024

After a while, I’m getting back to the kitchen/ studio. We recently moved to Valencia, Spain. I’m taking this opportunity to change a little my focus to study about the history of food from Brazil and share what I’m learning to my social media accounts.
This is a plate of moqueca, a fish and prawn stew, similar to a curry. One of the most iconic dishes in Brazilian cuisine, renowned for its rich flavours, vibrant colours, and Afro-Brazilian roots. Served with white rice and farofa (toasted cassava flour).

13/05/2024

Lemon roasted potatoes, a recipe inspired on Greek cuisine. It has all fkavours, making it a brilliant side dish for any meal.
and by me 🙂

05/01/2022

My first take on babka is this delicious chocolate, orange and almond flakes, inspired by Liberty recipe for
It came out looking fantastic. And the flavours were spot on, just the right amount of sweetness. Now, my goal is to share it with my neighbours :)

04/01/2022

Sauteed chicken veggies, and quinoa salada with butter lemony sauce. It’s so good!!! 😋😋😋 Another recipe, recently tested and photographed for

03/01/2022

Starting the first week of 2022 with delicious healthy bowl of yoghurt, fruits and homemade granola. Happy New Year!

22/12/2021

This year I was blessed to had the opportunity to work with Saima Duhare for
I helped her withe recipe development, as well as food styling and photography for her Halal recipe boxes. It has been an amazing experience! She knows her flavours and spices and shares so much about it. Thank you Saima! Can’t wait for keeping rocking with you next year.

20/12/2021

I frequently assist Kimberly Kimberly / Food Photographer] on Tofuture shootings. We’ve been cooking and photographing their website recipes through the time. Since we started this project, I learned so much about vegan food and cooking with tofu. It has been a great opportunity to work with other assistants in the kitchen, as well as helping Kimberly compose fantastic imagery for her client.
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Silken tofu rocky road - Tofuture recipe
Styling and photography: Kimberly Espinel Kimberly / Food Photographer]
Styling assistant: Leili

17/12/2021

I love cooking on Christmas. But I must confess I’m not so keen on sticking to traditions. Sometimes I feel it’s too much work and too much food. I always tend to simplify the dinner. Just one fancy main dish and one side, very elegant and special! But the tradition will be still on with a beautiful cake as a showstopper dessert. I picked Black Forest because it’s beautiful, matches the festivity vibes and I love its flavours.
Are you innovative or traditional about Christmas?

16/12/2021

Love the festivities vibes going on right now. The colours, flavours, textures and coziness of this period are so beautiful! My favourite part of Christmas is to spend time with my family, cooking and celebrating… what is your favourite thing about it?

06/12/2021

For me, the best way to tackle this cold and dark winter weather is having a bowl of soup. I instantly feel comfortable and warm having a ramen, chicken dumpling soup, minestrone or any other kind of soup. It just give me the strength to keep on moving through the day.
What do you do to keep your energy up during winter days? Tell me in the comments!
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