Delicious, easy recipes by Jay Wadams

Hi, I'm Jay!

I'm a cookbook author, food photographer and recipe developer.

Days of Jay is my website dedicated to sharing simple, tasty recipes for home cooking.

Jay Wadams - Cook, Author and Photographer. Owner daysofjay.com

My recipes are packed with photos and useful tips and tricks to help you as you cook. They are all inspired by healthy, seasonal ingredients and my travels across the globe, especially in Germany, Italy, Cyprus, and Australasia.

I am so excited to have you here, so let's dive in and get cooking!


Vegetarian Recipes Category.
Assorted fish fillets on a platter, including smoked salmon. "FISH" text overlay.
Roasted lamb dish with potatoes and tomatoes. Text: LAMB.
Raw beef cubes on a white plate. The image includes the text "BEEF".
Chicken Recipes Category Page.
Pork tenderloin with chimichurri sauce. "PORK" text overlay.
Cakes & Bakes: Close-up of frosted cakes with sprinkles and a lit birthday candle.

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The Latest Recipes From My Kitchen

Discover my latest and greatest recipes below, or use the search function to find exactly what you're looking for.


One Pan Chicken Biryani

One Pan Chicken Biryani

Living and working in East London fueled my serious addiction to curry, with the multitude of amazing restaurants around Brick…

Berry chia seed jam in a jar with chia seeds.

Berry Chia Seed Jam

Ever since I was a little boy I have been fascinated by jam making. It started with watching my grandmother,…

Easy Baked Beef Empanadas

Easy Baked Beef Empanadas

In my opinion, there are very few savoury foods that can't be improved by being wrapped in pastry. From good…

Classic Whiskey Sour

The Classic Whiskey Sour

We are sweltering here in Munich with the temperature sitting in the 30s every day this week. There's a thunderstorm…

Fruity White Wine Sangria

Fruity White Wine Sangria

Warm summer evenings call for cool summer drinks, and what could be more refreshing than a big jug of Fruity…

Pork and Ginger Stir Fry

Pork and Ginger Stir Fry

Who doesn't love a good stir fry? With stacks of punchy flavour, healthy vegetables and lean meat, a stir fry…

Looking for Dinner Inspiration?


Below are some of my most popular dinner recipes. Quick and easy with simple ingredients and big flavours.

Roasted Feta Stuffed Mushrooms
Pork tenderloin with pineapple salsa featuring fresh ingredients and a delicious plated meal.
Pork San Choy Bow Title Card.
Königsberger Klopse: German meatballs in creamy caper sauce, served with potatoes and green beans.
Stifado Greek Beef Stew title card.
Roast tomato and feta prawns recipe: raw prawns in a colander, cooked prawns with tomatoes, zucchini, and feta.
Tasty Chickpea Burgers
Baked Teriyaki Glazed Salmon Title Card.

Recipes By Meal Type


Light Bites: Asparagus and salmon appetizers on dark bread with cream cheese.
Main event: Stuffed bell peppers and poppy seed pastry, showcasing the main course.
Sweet Things: Fresh strawberries, raspberries, and rosé wine in a split image.
Summer cocktails: Mojito and wine for cocktail hour. Refreshing drinks!

Seasonal Recipes for Autumn


When the temperature drops, my oven goes on! Below you'll find some of my favourite rib-sticking comfort food, perfect for Autumn or Fall.

Hearty Classic Chicken Stew

Classic Chicken Stew

Rich, filling, and supremely comforting, my Classic Chicken Stew is the perfect winter warmer. This recipe feeds four people easily and any leftovers are delicious the next day.

German Plum Streusel Cake title card.

German Plum Streusel Cake

Plums pair beautifully with both cinnamon and ground almonds in this delicious German Plum Streusel Cake with cinnamon.

Pumpkin and ginger soup image with fresh pumpkins and a bowl of creamy soup garnished with seeds and cream.

Pumpkin and Ginger Soup

With plenty of ginger and bright and zesty orange, silky Pumpkin and Ginger Soup is like a burst of sunshine in a bowl. A delicious recipe to keep you warm when it's grey and cool outside.

Chilli Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Chili Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

I love baked potatoes, but you know what's even better? Chilli Stuffed Sweet Potatoes! Sweet potatoes, baked until tender, loaded up with a spicy chilli and covered with cheese and sour cream. So tasty!

Fig and honey tart with honey drizzle, alongside fresh figs. Text: "Fig and Honey Tart".

Fig and Honey Tart

Fig and Honey Tart with fresh figs and almond frangipane wrapped in buttery short pastry and drizzled with honey is the perfect sweet recipe for autumn or fall.

Authentic German Apple Strudel

German Apple Strudel

With a tender, flaky crust, crisp apples, and rum-soaked raisins, my easy recipe for homemade apple strudel is sure to become one of your 'favourite things' too! Possible the most famous German dessert of all, strudel is perfect for fall baking with orchard fresh apples.

Hasenpfeffer Title Card.

Hasenpfeffer (German Rabbit Stew)

Nothing beats a rich and comforting stew when the weather turns cold outside. Hasenpfeffer, or German Rabbit Stew, is a deliciously flavoursome meal made from tender red wine marinated rabbit. Serve this traditional German dish with plenty of mashed potatoes and braised red cabbage. Guten Appetit!

Tender and sweet, White Wine Poached Pears filled with creamy mascarpone are a light and fragrant dinner party classic dessert.

White Wine Poached Pears

Tender and sweet, White Wine Poached Pears filled with creamy mascarpone are a light and fragrant dinner party dessert.

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Creamy Chicken Pie

My Creamy Chicken Pie recipe with buttery pastry, a rich and tender chicken filling and creamy sauce makes a fantastic family meal. Make in advance and reheat for a super simple dinner. One of my favourite easy dinners, this is pure comfort food.