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 […]
International Cuisine
Roasted Zucchini Roll-Ups with Fresh Dill | Ethnic Appetizer
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 […]
Homemade Ravioli – Turkish Manti
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, […]
Stuffed Swiss Chard Leaves – Pazi Sarma Dolma with Meat
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 […]
Zucchini Yogurt Dip Mezze
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 […]
Grilled Vinaigrette Tomatoes
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 […]
All Spiced Up Lemon Chicken Recipe
Traditional recipes take me back to my childhood. I consider them as a way to travel back in time. Oh, I just invented the time machine! My grandma created this one. I developed it a bit in time (added the crushed garlic). Anyway, it is super easy and tasty. The trick here is the grilling […]
Making Sushi at Home from Scratch | Easy Recipe and Tricks
You do not have to go to fancy restaurants just to have a few delicious slices each time you crave sushi. It is as easy as learning some basic techniques and purchasing the right ingredients.
Roll that Sushi the Right Way | Best Sushi Rolling Mats
When it comes to sushi mats, you would hear the word bamboo from most seasoned chefs. It is the most popular version simply because it is the traditional way of making sushi. However, I prefer silicone and plastic ones for easy maintenance.