My grandmother used to make this all the time. Fried anchovies is the perfect snack during the summer, and it goes really well with a glass of beer (for those who drink that). I prefer those over potatoes chips actually. Enjoy the snack. As previously mentioned, they are perfect for an evening snack, or as […]
Piyaz is a traditional Turkish salad enjoyed with many different dishes. It is another quick salad full of proteins. Moreover, this recipe goes back hundreds of years and has a massive reputation with grilled food. If you visit any kofte restaurant in Turkey, you will notice that it is customary to have piyaz with kofte kebab […]
Kofte, originally köfte, is probably one of the most popular foods in Turkey. Well, maybe after doner (döner) shawarma. And it is not just Turkey. These flavorful meatballs are highly popular all around Greece (Keftedakia), and the Balkans (Kofta, Qofte, Cufte, Kyufte, Chifte, etc.). In fact, most countries have similar dishes with different ingredients according […]
I am all in for easy dinner recipes, where I don’t need to spend more than 30 minutes preparing the food. Why you may ask? Well, between work, studies, picking up the kids from school and kindergarten, doing homeworks with them, taking them to tae kwon do practice, there is not so much time left […]
Zucchini is such a versatile ingredient that you can incorporate with many different vegetables easily. Note that it is technically a fruit (Just like tomato). Nevertheless, the flavor does not come out until you elevate it with spices. For example, some kind of magic happens when fresh dill and zucchini come together. It is hard […]
Ravioli, dumplings, manti, whatever you call them, they taste so delicious. In every region of the world, there is a different kind of stuffed pasta to embrace. In fact, the history of this specialty pasta goes back hundreds of years. The variety is enormous. Nevertheless, the one we are making today is called the MANTI, […]
There are so many varieties when it comes to stuffed vegetable dishes. Grape leaves are extremely popular, but they are certainly not the only option. In Turkey and Greece, we almost found a way to stuff any variety of vegetables. Chard leaves, bell peppers, squash blossoms, mushrooms, cabbage leaves, zucchinis, eggplants, tomatoes, etc. The list […]
This recipe is part of my eat vegetarian-for-a-day movement, as I want to be part of the eat less meat to save the planet goal. Are any of those statements backed up by science? Yes, they are, but it is not my goal here to convince anyone about anything, but merely just to show you […]
Here is a guilt-free appetizer that you will not be able to stop dipping crispy crackers. It is tasty, creamy, spicy, and dreamy. This recipe is full of surprises, be aware! Regardless of being a happy food, the zucchini yogurt dip actually provides lots of antioxidants, vitamins, fibers, and minerals. Combine zucchini’s high fiber content […]
I am just crazy about tomatoes. I have no idea how it started, but my uncle was just like me. So, it runs in the family, I guess.Cut them in halves, sprinkle some salt, and voila! Whenever I see some quality tomatoes at the grocery store, I have to buy them, regardless of how many […]