Yes, we can say it now, 2025 is here. To us, the new year signals cooking new ideas – and we’ve got a few of them for you to chew on.
2024 was a strong year for food and creativity. We’d argue that thanks to social media (mainly TikTok and Instagram), people were cooking more recipes and being more creative than ever. From pistachio everything to viral Buldak noodles, people went crazy for food in 2024.
Below, we’ll look at four dishes that we know will trend in 2025 and why you should cook them.
1. One-Pot Chicken and Vegetables
One-pot meals are what efficiency meets flavour is all about, and this chicken and vegetable dish leads the way. This recipe, filled with healthy ingredients that clean up quickly, suits the busy cook who still wants to eat well. The beauty of one-pot cooking lies in its flexibility—switch out for seasonal vegetables, try diverse world spices, or simply stick with herbs and olive oil. It’s that kind of dish that can fit into any lifestyle effortlessly. Stick it into an oven and watch it bubble away until it’s cooked to perfection.
Some people argue the oven makes all the difference. The ability to evenly slow roast and simmer a one-pot is key to its success. In our opinion, aga gas cookers are the best for it – and reconditioned agas at Range Exchange are as good and satisfy the current of recycling! – but electric and fan ovens are also fine.
2. Dumplings: A Global Fusion
Dumplings went viral at the end of 2024 and we expect them to stay in 2025. They’ve become a canvas for creative juices. The dumpling renaissance of 2025 has taken off already, with chefs and home cooks experimenting with ingredients that bring together global flavors. The possibilities range from oxtail soup dumplings to sweet potato pierogies. They’re a tactile cooking experience, which is great for sharing with family and friends. Mastering this dish will connect you to diverse cuisines and let you craft dishes that suit any dietary preference or occasion. If you want our opinion, the dumpling steamers from Amazon produce a better dumpling than sticking it in boiling water.
3. Pavlova: The Show-Stopping Dessert
Let’s turn to something sweet. This meringue-based dessert, named after a Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova, is as elegant as it is tasty. It became one of the must-have recipes in 2025 because of its crisp outside, marshmallowy inside, and limitless topping options. Try covering your pavlova with seasonal fruits, whipped cream, or even edible flowers for that contemporary twist. In terms of desserts, it’s simple yet really impressive—perfect for either dinner parties or relaxed gatherings too.
4. Café de Olla: Mexican-Spiced Coffee
Pumpkin spice is old news – sorry, ladies. And does this one count as cooking? Technically, if you do it right, you’ll be slowly roasting the coffee beans.
Café de olla is the drink to cuddle up with in 2025. Made with cinnamon, piloncillo (unrefined sugar made from cane juice), and aromatic spices, this traditional Mexican coffee has a strong yet comforting taste. Learning to make café de olla will acquaint you with an authentic cultural experience and give you a chance to reveal your barista skills in a recipe steeped in history and flavour. Top tip: you might not get it right the first time. Try to find it in a café so you know what it should taste like.
These plates and drinks are worth learning for an experienced and a beginner cook. They’re fads, flavours, and convenience. So, put on your apron and get to the kitchen; it’s calling!