Who can say no to an ultra-moist, extra chocolate-filled, vanilla-crazed cake? The combination of chocolate and vanilla is pure joy for most of us. There are plenty of alternatives out there. But sometimes, it just does not cut to bake that regular cocoa or devil’s food cake. You feel the urge for some deeper aroma […]
Recipes
Turkish Flatbread Bazlama Recipe
If you love authentic bread, you are going to fall in love with the Turkish flat brad Bazlama. It is enjoyed with many delicious spreads all around the Balkans, Mediterranean, and the Middle East. You can stuff it with your favorite food and prepare a festive sandwich, wrap your traditional meat dishes, or dip it […]
Butter Cookies Recipe
Butter cookies make everyone smile instantly. They are crispy, delicious, full of flavor, and insanely addictive with a hot cup of coffee! Maybe, they should be labeled as natural dopamine triggers. Most people enjoy these cookies during the holiday season. However, it is year-round fun for me, except maybe for the super-hot July and August. […]
Spicy Stir-Fry Chicken Pizza
I love Chinese food, and there is something magical about stir-frying. Add some oil in a wok, bring the temperature to high, and place any meat or vegetable you like in it. You can be sure that it will come out delicious! My favorite ones include chow-mein, spicy chicken, beef with broccoli, and fried shrimp. […]
Mediterranean Okra Stew
Here comes another traditional family recipe from my oldest notes; the Mediterranean Okra Stew. Sour and sweet, chewy and soft, the mighty okra, as we call it bamya, is a unique vegetable. Its taste always reminds me of lemon in a way, but it also has a grassy character. Not all vegetables are created equal […]
Cauliflower with Bechamel Sauce
I like to use silky bechamel sauce with my favorite vegetables, and cauliflower is on top of that list. In my opinion, they go great together like bread and butter. Please do not be discouraged if you have never made bechamel sauce before. I know it has a fancy French name, but making some is […]
Tasty Berry Layer Cake with Icing
If you fancy berries, you will love this fluffy berry cake recipe. Serve it with delicious icing on top and amaze your friends. The only special ingredient you might need is probably berry syrup. Other than that, we use regular stuff that you probably already have in the kitchen. Also, please feel free and pick […]
Roasted Eggplant Appetizer with Chickpeas
Roasting eggplants is a highly popular cooking method both in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. In the Middle East, eggplants are usually grilled over charcoal barbecues and served along with kebab and other meaty dishes. Occasionally, they are placed on skewers and cooked very much like shish kebabs. However, oven roasted eggplants taste equally delicious […]
Quick Avocado Toast Ideas – 4 Recipes
We all know that avocado is super healthy and incredibly tasty. It is true that authentic guacamole is probably the first thing that comes to everyone’s mind, but there are other options too. If you are looking for alternative recipes with avocado, you came to the right place. Today, I will give you four avocado […]
Butter Enriched Golden Artisan Bread
Here is another classic artisan bread recipe that no bread fan can say no! I have been making this recipe for years now. You will love the complex flavor and strong texture inside the loaf. However, it is not difficult to bring this together. Indeed, it is pretty easy to accomplish if you follow my […]