About

Hi! I’m Kate Phillips,
the creator behind Dished.

Here you’ll find (mainly) healthy recipes, full of punchy flavors and using fresh colorful (mostly) everyday ingredients. I really believe that cooking doesn’t have to be stressful or overwhelming – so I’m here to show you how to make delicious food for yourself, friends and family that delivers on flavor every time.

About Kate

Kate’s Beginning

I grew up in Auckland, New Zealand, but I wasn’t constantly in the kitchen. I was, in fact, in the gym constantly 😅.

I was a competitive gymnast throughout my childhood (we’re talking 5 to 18!), so I really only discovered a love for cooking after that, especially after I moved across the world to London.

Arriving in a new city, knowing almost nobody, I never thought I’d still be here, 10+ years later.

While I had a successful career in digital marketing and social media, the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic shifted my priorities (as it did for many of us).

That’s when I really startedexploring cooking and recipe development.

Zageer Starts

I’d always struggled with imposter syndrome in my marketing career (even after winning industry awards 🤪), so cooking became my happy place – my therapy, really.

When I started sharing recipes on Instagram, it completely blew me away that other people enjoyed what I was doing, too!

With the help of some very talented designer friends, I launched the Zageer website in 2022.

After that, I won Mutti’s Golden Tomato Cook competition, a nationwide search for the UK’s best home cook. I (scarily) competed in a live final, presenting my three-course tomato-based menu to expert judges.

That was the moment when I realised I was actually good at this. So I made a crazy leap of faith and took Zageer full-time.

Where I Am Today

Fast forward to now, and I’m still in London, still loving creating delicious, fuss-free, packed with flavor recipes for you.

From my crazy viral smash dumpling tacos, to fun, creative party food and appetizers, and genuinelyquick and easy meals designed for busy weeknights, you’ll find hundreds of recipes on Zageer that you’ll actually look forward to cooking (and eating!) 💃

While the majority of the recipes here are simple enough for everyday cooking, you’ll also find more challenging or ‘project’ type recipes, fab for weekends or special occasions.

Whatever you choose, I’ll break down all the steps and make it as easy to follow as possible. So whether you’re just getting started or are a seasoned home cook, you’ll find something you’re looking for here.

Who I’ve Worked With

In 2022, I won Mutti’s Golden Tomato Cook competition. This was a nationwide search for the UK’s best home cook. I competed in a live final where I presented my three-course tomato-based menu to a panel of expert judges.

I’ve been lucky enough to continue to work with Mutti, as well as other leading brands.

My recipes have been regularly featured in The New Zealand Herald, New Zealand’s largest newspaper.

I’m also a featured chef on the meal-planning app, Cherrypick.

Kate’s Favorite Recipes

If you’re not sure where to start, these six endlessly popular, quick, easy recipes are the ones I love the most.

30 Minute One Pot ‘Marry Me’ Chicken Meatballs

Fluffy Steamed Bao Buns

EASY Loaded Festive Bread Dipping Oil

Smash Dumpling Tacos

Quick Spicy Coconut Noodles

Easy Air Fryer Chicken Fried Rice

Services I Offer

Event Catering

Work With Me

Party Platters

Hi, I’m Sunny,
the style director behind Zageer.

Streetsmart, with 10 years in the game, I bring the creative edge to Zageer. You can rest assured knowing that nothing but the best recipes get past my paws into the wild. Also, how handsome is this red collar?