Lamb Koftas
It wasn’t until just a few years ago that I met lamb koftas; so fragrant and perfectly spiced, they became a mild obsession. Meatballs are pretty pan-cultural, but now and then, you find one little pocket of the world that Read More …
Category: Entree
Aromatic Spiced Lentils
Inspired by Indian Rogan Josh, aromatic spiced lentils blends sharp and sweet fragrant spices with creamy coconut broth in this vegan delight. It started out with cinnamon, cloves and cardamom and built up along the lines of sharp, dark spices. Read More …
Creole seafood chowder
Creole seafood chowder is one of those glorious accident soups that became a monster in my cookbook. It garnered cult status in many of the places I’ve served it. Sounds boastful, I admit, but there’s a story behind this one… Read More …
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
Chicken and sausage jambalaya; with shrimp and rice, it’s a perfect triumvirate in a deliciously zesty tomato sauce. Nothing personifies the cultural diaspora of the Caribbean quite like it; the west African, the Spanish, the French. All stewed up in Read More …
Dry red curry
Many years ago, I discovered this dish and since then, dry red curry has been among my favourite dishes in the world. I’ve always loved a good Thai red curry in coconut milk broth, so when I found this recipe, Read More …
Homemade Falafels
One of the best representatives of Mediterranean/Middle eastern cuisine is the mighty falafel; the best falafel is by far homemade falafels. The hearty, the spicy and the fluffy all come together in a crunchy perfection. I can’t remember exactly when Read More …
Plantain fried rice
Summer seems the best time for light dishes like plantain fried rice that go so well with Caribbean or Indian dishes on a balmy evening. The hearty sweetness of plantains that temper out the spicy tang of chilies and jerk Read More …
Portuguese Bacalhau
Years back, I spent a few great days in Lisbon and fell in love with the Portuguese bacalhau; a hearty dish of salted cod, potatoes and onions. I Fell in love with the simplicity of it. That and the fact Read More …
Lamb & stout stew
There’s something so hearty and comforting about an Irish style lamb and stout stew simmering away on the stove. It’s a perfect dish for a blustery or rainy day; a fire in the hearth and your favourite sweater. The house Read More …
Coconut Tamarind Fish
The thought of coconut tamarind fish conjures up images of a deliciously tangy and sweet Southeast Asian dish served on a warm tropical evening. The soft aroma of lightly toasted spices mixed with rich coconut milk and sweet tangy tamarind Read More …