Melissa Hemsley's easy and fun comfort food, including her deliciously nutty no-bake bars

Ahead of her new book, the cook talks to Prudence Wade about her favourite comfort food, and being inspired by her Filipino heritage.

Melissa Hemsley: specialising in simple fare for feelgood moments

What does it really mean to feel good?

It’s a personal thing, but a big part of it for Melissa Hemsley is “about savouring the actual meal”, she says. “Not cooking for 45 minutes, washing up for 15 minutes, and only eating for 10 minutes.” The 36-year-old – who first rose to fame as half of the food and wellness duo Hemsley + Hemsley, alongside her sister Jasmine – continues: “Feeling good is about feeling confident in your kitchen, with your own cooking – because nothing’s more important than making a delicious, nourishing meal for you or the people you love.”