Hey, I'm Angie!
It's great to have you here. I am the creator, cook, and photographer behind Salty Ginger. Where I create and share easy-to-follow recipes for the home baker!
About Salty Ginger
After travelling across the world to settle in New Zealand, Mary-Lou became fascinated by the culinary differences and similarities between South African cuisine and the offerings of Kiwis and Aussies.
In 2016, she rediscovered her passion for baking and dedicated herself to learning from professional bakers and pastry chefs on YouTube. This journey culminated in the creation of SaltyGinger.com in 2021—a platform for Mary-Lou to experiment with recipes from her childhood while exploring dishes from diverse cultures.
In 2024, Mary-Lou handed over the reins to me, Angie Dixon (aka @bites.by.angie). I am a former primary school teacher with a deep passion for food. After experiencing severe burnout, I decided to pursue the hobby that brought me so much joy: cooking. I find happiness in preparing delicious, wholesome meals for my family, partner, and friends.
My partner Lewis and I have two cats, Honey and Snickers. During our free time, we love to go for walks, and our goal is to go 10,000 steps each day. Travel is a massive part of my life; I enjoy exploring new places and experiencing different cultures and their food.
Growing up, you would never find me in the kitchen cooking; I was always the one at the kitchen sink cleaning. During lockdowns, I found my passion for creating delicious food. We would generally order on Uber Eats, but because this wasn’t possible, I learned how to make many of these dishes myself. I feel a lot of pride when I can create or recreate a dish that brings us joy.
Before studying for my Master of Teaching, I completed a Bachelor of Public Health and Health Promotion with a major in Nutrition. I bring much of my nutritional knowledge from that degree into my cooking, ensuring most ingredients are as fresh and clean as possible.
Based in Melbourne, Australia, I continue to develop simple and scrumptious recipes for SaltyGinger.com. I hope each dish brings comfort and joy to everyone who tries it; I want to show my readers that delicious meals can be quick, easy, and budget-friendly.
Currently Craving!
Condensed Milk Cookies
These easy, homemade condensed milk biscuits or cookies are thick, soft, and slightly chewy.
My Number 1 Baking Tip
Be patient, be present, and take your time. Allow that oven to preheat properly, read the recipe thoroughly, and prepare your workspace. Enjoy the process!
Popular Recipes
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