Pantry Whispers
Sit and
Simmer
Nourishment in New Spaces
Food has a way of grounding us. Whether you’re in a new kitchen for a week or a month, Sit & Simmer encourages house sitters to slow down, use what’s available, and find comfort in the ritual of cooking.
simple meals
creating comfort
About Sit & Simmer
Sit & Simmer is all about making simple, nourishing meals from the bits and pieces homeowners ask us to use – food that might otherwise go to waste. It’s respectful, practical, and just a little bit delicious.
Here, you’ll find:
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One-pot wonders made from leftover veg and pantry basics
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Simple recipes that work in any kitchen – even if you don’t know where the measuring cups are
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Sitter-tested meals that warm you up after a walk or wind-down feed
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Zero-waste inspo that honours your host’s request not to let good food go in the bin
Sit & Simmer Favourites
Chicken
Creamy chicken and winter veg make a simple, warming bowl. Perfect for cosy nights when you want something tasty and easy.
Loved every spoonful!
Sides
Creamy chicken and winter veg make a simple, warming bowl. Perfect for cosy nights when you want something tasty and easy.
This one’s a keeper!
Noodles
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A cosy winner every time!
Vegetables
Sed porttitor lectus nibh. Donec sollicitudin molestie malesuada. Proin eget tortor risus. Curabitur non nulla sit
House sitter favourite!
Fruit
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Four paws up from us!
Pork & Veg for One
Simple, hearty comfort food with winter veg and juicy pork. One pan, easy clean-up, big cosy flavour.
Perfect for warming the soul.
Self-Care While Sitting
Self-care while sitting means finding comfort in small everyday moments. From simple meals made with fresh produce to quiet routines, these rituals help you feel at home — wherever you are.
Made Fresh From What’s Here
Simple meals crafted using the fresh veggies and perishables left for you.
We start in the fridge, not at the market
From leafy greens to garden extras, many homeowners encourage sitters to use what’s already there. These recipes are made with gratitude, care, and a little creativity — for warm meals and calm evenings.